Dallas resident Jamie Andrevich takes a bite of Deep Fried Pho during the State Fair of Texas on Oct. 9, 2023, in Dallas.
File photo / Joel Solis
The State Fair of Texas, which runs until Oct. 18, offers many discounts for fairgoers looking to have fun on a budget.
Here are a few deals visitors can take advantage of this fair season.
Everyday Values Program
The fair rolled out the Every Day Values program, an affordability initiative that will provide fairgoers with reduced prices on the State Fair Midway.
Under the program, visitors can get select food items for $10 and under. Options include food from Eataly, Golden Chick and Lobster Lounge, among others. More options can be found on the fair’s website.
Free attractions
With fair admission, fairgoers have access to free daily attractions such as live entertainment, children’s activities, livestock shows and exhibits.
The Esplanade of State, a 700-foot-long reflecting pool fountain, has daily fountain shows every 30 minutes from 1 to 5 p.m, according to the fair’s website.
Visitors can learn about activist Nelson Mandela’s life and his path to becoming the first democratically elected president in South Africa at the African American Museum’s Mandela exhibit through Nov. 11 at Fair Park. The exhibit will include multimedia installations, personal artifacts and archival photos.
Feed The Need Wednesday
Fairgoers can get $7 admission in exchange for five canned food items. The deal ends at 5 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Monday through Thursday savings
Ticket prices are reduced to $10 for adults after 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Senior Days
Senior citizens 60 years and older can get discounted admission every Thursday. Tickets will be $7 at the gate and around $9 online, including fees.
Monday through Wednesday senior citizens can get tickets for $13.
Digital Season Pass
The fair offers a digital season pass for $52 each. With it, fairgoers can scan their pass and get one visit a day. Visits are unlimited during the fair season.
Tuesday and Thursday Value Days
Every Tuesday and Thursday, Big Tex Insiders receive a promotional code for $12 tickets. Fairgoers can sign up for the Big Tex Insider program on the fair’s website for free.
McDonald’s Voucher Discount
Participating McDonald’s locations across Dallas-Fort Worth have discount coupons available to customers. Visitors will get $5 off an adult admission ticket with the coupon.
One-day FLEX Ticket
The tickets are valid for any one day of the fair. Tickets are $27 online.
A two-pack combo is also available for $104. It includes two free rides on the Dentzel Carousel, $50 for food and Midway coupons and two FLEX tickets.
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