Fair Park

City officials held a press conference at an emergency shelter at the Automobile Building in Fair Park opening today. The shelter will have cots, blankets and food.

Contract issues with Fair Park First two years ago has raised questions on whether the nonprofit should oversee the planned South Dallas Community Park.

For 35 years, Faye Thomas has worked Gate 5 at the State Fair of Texas scanning tickets, greeting patrons and earning a special place in the heart of Texas.

The centerpiece and crown-jewel of Fair Park is packed full of symbolism and history. Take some time to uncover some of its hidden gems.

The city of Dallas is looking for ways to breathe life back into Fair Park after canceling its contract with Fair Park First and Oak View Group.

We follow one cooking contestant’s journey to the State Fair of Texas with a found family recipe.

While you're visiting the State Fair of Texas, get to know the female statues that call Fair Park home.

On Sept. 29, the academy will relocate to the formerly vacant Women’s Museum in Fair Park.

Roughly $140 million worth of renovations have been completed on the 95-year-old Cotton Bowl. The massive Art Deco stadium will have now have premium seating areas, more amenities and a large terrace with a view of the Dallas skyline.

The State Fair of Texas is ending its practice of providing free tickets for high schoolers, instead offering discounted tickets. A spokesperson says the change was driven by “rising costs, low redemption rates, and increased safety concerns.”

The 36th annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo bring crowds to Fair Park for a night of bull riding, barrel racing and Black cowboy culture

The 36th annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo showcases Black cowboys and cowgirls in a family-friendly event at Fair Park.