Ways to Save at the Texas State Fair, plus WIN a Family 4-Pack of Tickets!!! {#bigtex}

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 ****Welcome Good Morning Texas viewers…Scroll to the bottom and enter to WIN a Family 4-pack of General Admission tickets to the State Fair of Texas, plus (2) large bags of Pioneer Kettlecorn!

The State Fair is a ton of fun, but it can also be a huge drain on your budget.  And if you’re taking your entire crew, you can easily drop over $75 before you even walk through the gates!

 

Here are some ways to save a little cash and still have a great time!

 

* There are over 10 completely FREE kid activities that you don’t want to miss.  From the ever-popular Pee Wee Stampede, to the Kids Boardwalk, where children can paint a pumpkin and take it home, plus pick up FREE Big Tex temporary tattoos, your kiddos will have a blast and you’ll save some cash. Go HERE for a complete list of kid-friendly, FREE activities.

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* Bring a Cooler!  Yes, you should splurge on a turkey leg and a few fried treats, but pack your own snacks to save a lot of money (and calories, too!).  You’re allowed to bring in any type of food and non-alcoholic beverages in plastic containers.

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* Each day, the State Fair offers lots of FREE shows, educational exhibits and activities for the whole family. Go here and select the day you’re going, then plan your activities. New this year, “Wild West Pet Palooza” is said to be the don’t-miss show of the 2014 State Fair. It’s an old-west showdown boasting an impressive cast of critters ranging from cats and dogs to pigs and porcupines. The show runs daily in the historic Fair Park Band Shell at 1, 2:30, 4:30 and 6 p.m. And best of all it’s FREE!

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*Pioneer Kettlecorn is the ONLY kettle corn vendor at this year’s fair, plus there’s a discount coupon inside the fairgoers guide brochures available at each entrance.  Look for the booth directly across from the Chevy Main Stage.  Also, enter below for your chance to win fair tickets, plus (2) large bags of Pioneer Kettlecorn! Yum!!!

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*Monday, Oct. 13th is FAIR DAY for area students. All school-aged kids will receive FREE admission tickets from their schools. These are only valid for students.  Sorry, grown-ups, you’ll have to buy your own ticket!

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*The fairgrounds are over 400 acres!  Little legs will be zapped in no time, so don’t forget a stroller or wagon.  Plus, you’ll have a place to store all your goodies. Wagons and strollers are available to rent for $10-$15, but there are limited quantities and you’re encouraged to reserve one here.

Here are my boys (almost TEN years ago). There’s no way I would’ve ever taken on the massive fair without a stroller!

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* Be sure to check out the Food and Fiber building where you’ll find FREE sample of smoothies, pickles, ice cream, and Davis Mountain Nut Company.

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Here’s the list of all deals and discounts available for admission tickets:

Dasani – Opening Day, Sept. 26
Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of water (or any Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank containers at Fair admission gates and get in for $6 per (per donation) per person.

Dickies – With any $75 purchase at the Ft. Worth, TX store, you’ll receive (2) FREE admission tickets. While supplies last, limited to one offer per transaction. The passes do not include parking, and customers receive the passes at the time of purchase.

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Kroger – Advanced General Admission / Season Passes
Advance purchase General Admission tickets are $15.50. A Season Pass is $34.95. They may be purchased at the check-out counter or at the service desk. The season pass includes a one-day companion ticket (good Monday-Friday).

DART GoPass – Any Day Discount
Buy discounted tickets to the State Fair of Texas right from your DART GoPass app. Adult tickets are $15 and child/senior tickets are $11.  You can also buy a DART pass to the Fair and save $15 on parking {gulp}! Both your DART pass and your Fair tickets will be right there on your phone and scanned at the gates. Go here for more info.

Plus, with the DART GoPass, you’ll have a special entrance and can by-pass the long line of people waiting to purchase their tickets and go through the gate!

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McDonald’s – Any Day Discount
McDonald’s offers $3 off General Admission with one of their State Fair coupons (available on tray liner or bag stuffer) any day of the Fair.  A $6 child ticket (with purchase of general admission) coupon is also distributed by McDonald’s.  Discount may not be combined with any other offer.

Sonic – Any Day Discount
Sonic offers $3 off General Admission when you go here to purchase your tickets online and use promo code: SONIC
 
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Kroger Can Food Drive – Any Wednesday
Admission is $3 for each visitor bringing 3 cans of food for area food banks.

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Senior Day presented by Genworth – Any Thursday
Senior Citizens 60 years and older get in to the State Fair FREE each Thursday.  Sponsored by Genworth.

Dr Pepper $5 – Any Tuesday
Bring an empty Dr Pepper can and enter for $5.  Most rides (excluding the Thrillway and the Texas Star) are 6 coupons.

Dr Pepper $8 after 5 – Any day after 5 p.m.
Bring an empty Dr Pepper can and enter for $8 after 5 p.m.

Coca-Cola – Coke $6 Thursday
Bring an empty 20 oz. bottle of a Coca-Cola product and enter the Fair for $6 admission.

KISS-FM Fridays – Any Friday
Download and print the coupon HERE from the KISS-FM website.  Admission is $12 with the coupon.  Discount is off of general admission only – when purchased at a State Fair of Texas admission gate with coupon.

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Also, if you plan on visiting the State Fair more than once this year, look into buying a season pass for only $39.95.

Even better, how about a chance to WIN a Family 4-Pack of State Fair of Texas General Admission Tickets, plus (2) Large bags of Pioneer Kettlecorn! Enter below….

 

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81 COMMENTS

  6. Taking the TRE and Dart from Fort Worth to fair park is about the same cost as parking. The saving on gas and not having to fight traffic could be worth it though!

  7. Last year was our first year and can you believe that we didn’t eat anything!! But this year I have my eye on the Funnel Cake Ale and I have to try deep fried something, right?!

  24. We LOVE the State Fair of Texas, but it is so expensive. So, we are always looking for deals so we can enjoy this great tradition. Hope to WIN tickets this time. Blessings!

  66. I look forward every year to going to the State Fair of Texas…Go to Fletches’s cornet dog 1st to proceed to eat our way around!!!!!!!!!!!

  71. Natalie , I’ve lived in Texas since 2006 January and we have never visited the state fair !
    We never get around to it 🙂

    I would love to try any and all Fried Food !!!!

    If we win the tickets

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