Meet Texas Star, one of the tallest Ferris wheels in North America and a big attraction at the State Fair of Texas. Built in 1985, it sends riders so high that on a clear day they can see the Fort Worth skyline, about 40 miles away. Since 1886, locals and visitors have come to Dallas" historic Fair Park for food, rides, shows, and other attractions. About 100,000 people a day now visit the fairgrounds to experience the array of activities and treats, from the largest new car show in the Southwest to a bevy of culinary delights. You can try deep-fried shepherd"s pie, fried beer, or something called deep-fried skillet potato melt. Awards are given to the tastiest concoctions. But the fair"s flavor extends beyond food. The purpose is to promote Texas agriculture, education, and community. There"s plenty to do after exploring and sampling one-of-a-kind bites, including live music, pig races—and don"t forget to ride the Texas Star. This year, the State Fair of Texas runs through October 20.
A fair that s star-studded
Today in History
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Taking the scenic route to Sturgis
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Wind horses carry wishes for a new year
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Skyscraper Day
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Diamond Beach, Iceland
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Zion National Park turns 103
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Marine Day in Japan
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Western Monarch Day
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Aït Benhaddou, Morocco
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National Park Week continues
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Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
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Eastern grey kangaroos in Australia’s Kosciuszko National Park
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Flocking together in the Antarctic
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Oud-West, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Grand Teton National Park
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Winter solstice
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Happy New Year!
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Celebrating National Park Week, April 21-29
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1, 1, 2, 3: It s Fibonacci Day!
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Giants of the avian world
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League of Nations, 100 years later
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Let’s go mothing
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Yosemite National Park anniversary
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Is that a buzzing sound?
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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
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Go climb a tree
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El Valle de la Luna, Chile
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A tower of light
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Mount Logan in Yukon, Canada
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Ice and Snow Sailing World Championships
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The migrating monarchs of Michoacán