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    Howdy Folks

    Top 10 ways to have the ultimate State Fair of Texas date night

    CultureMap Create
    Sep 20, 2017 | 1:18 pm

    With its twinkling lights, heart-pounding rides, and ample opportunity for snuggling up with your SO, there's no more quintessential Lone Star date than the State Fair of Texas. Even LeeAnne Locken agrees — the Real Housewife of Dallas got engaged at the Fair on a recent episode of the Bravo reality show.

    The Fair runs September 29 through October 22 at Fair Park in Dallas. Whether it's your first time visiting or your fiftieth, plan a date around these must-do activities:

    1. Take a selfie with Big Tex
    Since 1952, the giant cowboy has been welcoming folks to the Fair. Give him a wave back as you pass by, or better yet, stop and snap a picture with the big man. Use forced perspective to your advantage if you want to make it look like you're giving Big Tex a high-five or a smooch.

    2. Ride the swan boats in the Leonhardt Lagoon
    Escape from the crowds with your sweetie by pedaling for a while in these picturesque boats, which seat two adults and offer another unique backdrop for that perfect State Fair picture.

    3. Stroll through the Midway and admire the lights
    You'll find dozens of try-your-luck games and more than 70 rides on the Midway, but it's possible to enjoy this area of the Fair just by walking through it and basking in the blinking, shimmering lights. The neon tubing of the main sign was restored in 2012, meaning that it's shining its brightest for your romantic walk.

    4. Ride the Texas Star Ferris wheel
    At 212 feet tall, this iconic ride is the tallest Ferris wheel in Texas. It was originally built in Italy, then shipped to Dallas for its debut in 1985. Now it's the most popular ride at the Fair, giving riders — and enamored couples — a view all the way out to downtown Fort Worth on a clear day. At night, 16,000 red, white, and blue turbolights create a dazzling display.

    5. Share a cotton candy cone
    It's not the Fair without the food. Even though the fried creations earn their outrageous fame, there's still something about chowing down on a Fletcher's Corny Dog or getting a sugar high from sharing some freshly spun cotton candy. Plus it makes for some seriously sweet kisses.

    6. Enjoy live music
    Arguably the best part about the Chevrolet Main Stage concert series is that it's included with your Fair admission. That means you have the opportunity to listen to 75 different headliners and regional musicians, all for free. This year, get ready for Wilson Phillips, The Spazmatics, Charlie Daniels Band, Flo Rida, Maren Morris, and Pat Green, among others.

    7. Check out the new car models
    Since 1913, Texans have been oohing and ahhing over the latest autos at the Fair. Now the Texas Auto Show (it got a fancy new name this year) is the largest new car show in the Southwest, with approximately 400 of the latest models on display across three areas of Fair Park: the Automobile Building, the Centennial Building, and the Truck Zone.

    8. Show off your Midway game skills
    Is there anything more traditionally adorable than winning a prize for your date? Carnival classics abound on the Midway, so warm up your throwing arm and get ready to win big. But note: In order to play games at the Fair, you must purchase a Big Tex Game Card (found at booths and kiosks adjacent to the gaming areas).

    9. Get half off Fair admission
    There are several ways to score discounted entry to the Fair, but if you don't want to keep track of special days just remember this: Bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the gate after after 5 pm, and you're in.

    10. End the night by watching the Mattress Firm Illumination Sensation firework show
    Cap off your visit with this nightly display at the Esplanade reflecting pool. At 8 pm, marvel at a water and laser show featuring sparkling fireworks, liquid-fire fountains, dancing waters, and colorful music.

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    To learn more about the State Fair of Texas and purchase tickets, visit BigTex.com.

    The Midway is where you'll find some of the Fair's most iconic rides and games.

    Midway at the State Fair of Texas
      
    Photo courtesy of the State Fair of Texas
    The Midway is where you'll find some of the Fair's most iconic rides and games.
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    All cylinders

    Post Malone to headline 2025 Dallas Cattle Baron's Ball

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    May 15, 2025 | 8:48 am
    Post Malone
    Photo by Adam DeGross
    Post Malone will play at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on May 9, 2025.

    Superstar singer/rapper Post Malone will headline the 2025 Dallas Cattle Baron's Ball at Southfork Ranch.

    "Cattle Baron's Ball is thrilled to announce Grammy-nominated global superstar Post Malone as the headlining entertainer for the 2025 Cattle Baron's Ball, the world's largest single-night fundraiser for the American Cancer Society," the organization announced in an email to subscribers on May 15.

    The 52nd Cattle Baron's Ball will take place October 25, 2025 under the leadership of co-chairs Courtney Derderian and Nina Sachse. They've chosen the theme "All Cylinders."

    Chandler Walters will be the VIP Stage Performer. He's best known as the writer of Post Malone and Morgan Wallen's hit song "I Had Some Help" and is currently on tour with Post Malone.

    Post Malone is no stranger to DFW; his family moved to Grapevine when he was 10 years old when his dad got a job as manager of concessions for the Dallas Cowboys.

    His most recent show in DFW was "Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour," which played to a rollicking crowd at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Friday, May 9. The tour was in support of Post's debut country album, 2024's F-1 Trillion, his third No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Album, and two songs from the album were also nominated for Grammys.

    Since 1974, Cattle Baron's Ball has raised over $105 million for cancer research. The 2025 ball is presented by Texas Oncology, with entertainment sponsored by White Rhino Coffee.

    The early-bird ticket deadline for the always sold-out ball has been extended to June 1, organizers say. Following that, all tickets, tables, and underwriting levels will increase by 10 percent.

    For more information, tables and tickets, visit the CBB website.

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