Texas Star at the State Fair of Texas

Historic Fair Park, a complex recognized for beautiful landscaping and unique Art Deco architecture, is the site of the annual State Fair of Texas, which has been held every year since 1886 except for times during World War I and World War II. Typically beginning the last Friday in September and ending 24 days later, the State Fair of Texas was founded in Dallas in 1886 by a group of civic leaders who wanted to highlight the young city’s accomplishments and prospects. Since then, the State Fair of Texas consistently has offered visitors a first look at the newest and best products and performances with many national corporations and local businesses participating as sponsors and exhibitors. Debuted at the State Fair of Texas in October 1985, the Texas Star is a 212-foot Ferris wheel and maintains its position as the most popular ride at the fair. It was the tallest Ferris wheel in North America until the opening of the 250-foot Star of Puebla, Mexico, in 2013. Able to carry up to 264 passengers in its 44 gondolas, the Texas Star delivers amazing views and is illuminated at night by 16,000 incandescent red, white and blue turbolites.

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