/tags/state-fair-of-texas State Fair of Texas en-US Copyright Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:23:08 GMT /government/2025-04-17/ken-paxton-sues-dallas-gun-policies-fair-park-music-hall-majestic-theatre The lawsuits follow similar ongoing litigation against the State Fair of Texas after the fair adopted a policy banning nearly all guns from last year's event. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:23:08 GMT /government/2025-04-17/ken-paxton-sues-dallas-gun-policies-fair-park-music-hall-majestic-theatre Toluwani Osibamowo /texas-news/2025-01-02/after-state-fair-controversy-texas-rep-seeks-to-prevent-gun-bans-on-government-property A bill filed by Rep. Briscoe Cain (R-Deer Park) seeks to prevent gun bans like one implemented by the State Fair of Texas that was challenged by Texas AG Ken Paxton. Thu, 02 Jan 2025 22:29:58 GMT /texas-news/2025-01-02/after-state-fair-controversy-texas-rep-seeks-to-prevent-gun-bans-on-government-property Megan Cardona /news/2024-11-01/fairgoers-join-ken-paxton-in-suing-texas-state-fair-for-allegedly-violating-their-gun-rights Three fairgoers are requesting up to $1 million in damages and to allow guns at the State Fair. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:59:47 GMT /news/2024-11-01/fairgoers-join-ken-paxton-in-suing-texas-state-fair-for-allegedly-violating-their-gun-rights Juan Salinas II | The Texas Tribune /arts-culture/2024-10-03/3-foods-we-couldnt-get-enough-of-at-the-state-fair-of-texas-plus-how-to-eat-there-on-the-cheap Beyond the corny dog, there's a lot to taste this year at the State Fair of Texas. Here are three of our favorites. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:37:38 GMT /arts-culture/2024-10-03/3-foods-we-couldnt-get-enough-of-at-the-state-fair-of-texas-plus-how-to-eat-there-on-the-cheap Therese Powell /arts-culture/2024-10-03/7-must-see-attractions-for-families-at-the-2024-state-fair-of-texas There's so much to see and do at the fair. Take a look at our guide of attractions for wee fairgoers and their families. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT /arts-culture/2024-10-03/7-must-see-attractions-for-families-at-the-2024-state-fair-of-texas Therese Powell /texas-news/2024-09-27/phase-one-cotton-bowl-renovations-complete-state-fair-of-texas Renovations to Cotton Bowl Stadium broke ground in March and are expected to be completed before the 2025 State Fair. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:00:00 GMT /texas-news/2024-09-27/phase-one-cotton-bowl-renovations-complete-state-fair-of-texas Penelope Rivera /government/2024-09-26/texas-supreme-court-state-fair-of-texas-gun-ban-ken-paxton-appeal-opening-day The ruling cleared the way for the State Fair of Texas to legally ban firearms from Fair Park beginning Friday. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 02:20:51 GMT /government/2024-09-26/texas-supreme-court-state-fair-of-texas-gun-ban-ken-paxton-appeal-opening-day Toluwani Osibamowo /arts-culture/2024-09-26/heres-your-guide-to-what-to-see-do-and-eat-at-the-2024-state-fair-of-texas This year's fair includes Midway fun, new attractions, and of course plenty of deep-fried food. Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:26:12 GMT /arts-culture/2024-09-26/heres-your-guide-to-what-to-see-do-and-eat-at-the-2024-state-fair-of-texas Therese Powell /government/2024-09-25/state-fair-texas-gun-ban-supreme-court The last ditch appeal comes after two lower courts upheld a ban on firearms. The policy came in response to a shooting at last year’s fair. Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:24:17 GMT /government/2024-09-25/state-fair-texas-gun-ban-supreme-court Toluwani Osibamowo /government/2024-09-24/state-fair-gun-ban-ken-paxton-appeal-denied Paxton's office requested the court put an emergency pause on the ban he says is illegal. Tue, 24 Sep 2024 22:52:29 GMT /government/2024-09-24/state-fair-gun-ban-ken-paxton-appeal-denied Toluwani Osibamowo