From the State Fair of Texas and haunted houses to a concert from Usher in Dallas, there’s no shortage of things to do around Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend.
State Fair of Texas
It’s 24 days of food and fun at the State Fair of Texas. Try every one of the Big Tex Choice Award winners when you go. Or go a few times! The 2024 State Fair of Texas is offering a free live music lineup featuring over 100 artists across three stages, with performances ranging from country and R&B to Norteño and electro-pop. The Chevrolet Main Stage will highlight more than 25 top headliners, the largest lineup to date, while the Bud Light Stage and Yuengling Flight Stage will feature local and regional talent, along with a Friday night comedy series. All performances are included with Fair admission. Other major attractions include The Texas Auto Show , livestock and agriculture , more than 70 rides on The Midway , rodeos , shopping and much more. For the sixth year, the State Fair of Texas is offering Sensory Friendly Mornings at the Fair every Wednesday – October 2, 9, and 16, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.