The State Fair of Texas promised a cheaper experience for people headed to Fair Park after receiving feedback from fairgoers frustrated with prices during the 2025 run. Fair attendance fell last year by around 385,000 visitors, with some attendees telling NBC 5 on social media that the cost of go ing to the fair felt too high. Organizers said they spent the past year evaluating where they could make changes and working with vendors on ways to give fairgoers greater value. “We take that feedback seriously,” said Karissa Condoianis, State Fair of Texas senior vice president of public relations, in a statement. Admission prices will drop, with a $2 reduction for all adult daily tickets and $10 tickets for children ages 12 and under every day. Adults can also get in for the new $10 child price after 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday. In 2025, child admission ranged from $14 to $18 depending on the day. Parking in the official state fair lots will cost $25, which is $5 less than last year. “Our goal is to make it easier for families to plan a State Fair day that works for them and get the most from their time at the State Fair,” said Condoianis. Fair officials did not mention any details on lower costs for food, drinks, rides, or games; however, they typically announce discounts on concessions and entertainment closer to opening day. The 2026 State Fair of Texas runs from Sept. 25 through Oct. 18. ...read more read less