Come Hungry, Leave Happy: State Fair of Texas Unveils More New Foods for 2026

DALLAS – September 9, 2026 – From over-the-top creations and Texas-sized favorites to global flavors and fresh takes on classic Fair food, the 2026 State Fair of Texas is bringing even more reasons for Fairgoers to come hungry. This year’s new food lineup showcases the creativity and culinary talent of State Fair concessionaires, with new dishes, drinks, concepts, and vendors joining the Fair’s legendary food offerings.

Among this year’s new offerings are the finalists and semi-finalists of the 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards, the annual competition that challenges State Fair concessionaires to dream up their most inventive creations. Fairgoers will have the chance to try all of the finalists and decide whether they agree with the judges’ selections for “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste – Sweet,” “Best Taste – Sipper,” and “Most Creative.” Other 2026 semi-finalist dishes will also be available at the State Fair and are marked with an asterisk below.

In addition to the Big Tex Choice Awards creations, State Fair concessionaires are serving up even more culinary creativity in 2026, thanks in part to Scooter’s Coffee®, sponsor of this year’s new foods. The State Fair is proud to introduce four brand-new food vendors and four new concepts from existing concessionaires, alongside dozens of new dishes debuting across the Fairgrounds. Together, this year’s additions offer Fairgoers even more ways to discover something new, revisit an old favorite, and keep coming back for more…

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