Must See: Texas State Fair
Posted on 17. Nov, 2009 by admin in America
Its not untrue to say that almost everyone has heard of the Texas State Fair, American or otherwise. It is a huge event, that takes place at the end of September and the beginning of October, spanning a crazy 24 days. Dallas is the home of this event, with 277 acres of fairground to play on. This fair ground is famous not just for the State Fair, but for the Cotton Bowl, Music Hall and eight museums it plays host to.
The Texas State Fair started back in 1886, and was mostly agricultural based, showing off its livestock and crops. But it has since evolved, hosting the most famous football game of the year: University of Texas vs. the University of Oklamhoma.
Almost 350 million people make it out to the fair every year. They come out to see the 7,000 creative arts entries, and 200 plus food locations and restaurants. Part of the earnings goes to sponsoring a scholarship, awarding $1.5 million every year to eligible students to use for College.
There are plenty of rides to keep the thrill seekers busy as well. The 212 foot Texas Star is a famous Ferris wheel that people flock to from every corner of the country to see.