DALLAS  — The 135th State Fair of Texas kicks off in less than a month. Other than some drive-thru events, last year’s fair was canceled.

What You Need To Know

  • State Fair of Texas set for Sept. 24 - Oct. 17 in Fair Park

  • While mask and vaccine mandates will not be in place, visitors are urged to take COVID-19 precautions
  • Masks, pre-visit vaccination, social distancing on fairgrounds and hygiene all recommended

While there won’t be mandates in place when the fair kicks off on Friday, Sept. 24, fair organizers strongly recommend attendees adhere to best COVID-19 practices in order to minimize spread.

A COVID-19 guidance urges those planning on attending to get vaccinated.

“If you’re fully vaccinated, thank you! If you’re not, now is the time to be protected for when the Fair’s Opening Day arrives. That’s the best thing you can do for yourself and for everyone, especially children under age 12 and others who cannot currently get vaccinated,” the guidance states.

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While a vaccine mandate will not be in place, vaccinations will be offered by Dallas Country Health & Human Services at Big Tex Circle on the fairgrounds all 24 days of the fair between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Before visiting the fair, those wishing to attend are asked to assess their own health.

It’s recommended you visit the Texas Department of State Health Service’s comprehensive COVID-19 website for information on testing, vaccination, symptoms and what to do if you feel sick. 

Like vaccination, there will be no mask mandate in place. However, those over the age of 2 and medically cleared to use one are urged to wear masks indoors and outdoors. Most of the fair attractions are outdoors, however.

You are asked to bring your own mask but they will be available at the gate if your forget yours.

Those taking DART to the fair are urged to wear masks while in transit.

Fairgoers are asked to remain socially distant and keep their hands clean at all times.

“Please spread out when you can and wear a mask when you can’t. The fairgrounds are huge, and most activities are outdoors where social distancing is much easier. We’ve created more space in some high-traffic areas and we are adding many more outdoor seating areas. If one area of the Fair is busy, explore new places,” the guidance states.

Most importantly, you are asked to stay home if you have tested positive, aren’t feeling well or have come into contact with someone who has tested positive.