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Save Me Steve: 2022 State Fair of Texas Deals
Big fun at the State Fair of Texas doesn't have to come at a big price. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello has details on how you can save on admission and entertainment when you visit.
DALLAS - Big fun at the State Fair of Texas doesn’t have to come at a big price.
The easiest way to save cash is to visit the fair during the week. Monday through Thursday one-day admission tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids and seniors.
That’s compared to $25 for adults and $18 for kids and seniors on the weekends.
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Want a great deal on opening day? Bring two jars of peanut butter to donate to the North Texas Food Bank and get $10 off admission at the gate.
You can also sign up to be a Big Tex Insider at bigtex.com and get a promo code to take $10 off admission when you buy your tickets online on Dr. Pepper Value Days – every Tuesday and Thursday.
Each Wednesday at the fair you can "Feed the Need" at the North Texas Food Bank by bringing five cans of food to donate. You’ll get in for just $5.
Each Thursday is Senior Day. Those 60 and older get in for $5.
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Good Day tries the Fried Charcuterie Board from the State Fair of Texas
What happens when you take an appetizer plate usually meant for light snacking and deep fry it? You get the winners of this year's Big Tex Choice Awards at the State Fair of Texas. Good Day got an early taste of the Fried Charcuterie Board.
On any night of the week, visitors receive reduced general admission after 5 p.m., thanks to Oncor. No matter your age, all guests pay the child price after 5 p.m.
Check the tray liners at your local McDonald’s. There are free coupons worth up to $7.
Veterans, active service members and first responders get $5 off on weekdays and $7 on weekends with a valid ID or badge.
Once you’re inside the fair, you can save money on food and rides.
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Cha-Cha Chata is State Fair of Texas' Most Creative new food
Good Day got the chance to try the State Fair of Texas' new milkshake that will make you Cha-Cha Chata all night long. It was inspired by the cha-cha dance and blends two kinds of milk and vanilla ice cream with the Garza family's horchata recipe.
Tuesdays are thrilling thanks to discounted ride prices and Thursdays are thrifty because participating food venders reduce their prices or offer mini versions for less.
And remember, the shows at the fair are all free.
For more deals and discounts, visit bigtex.com/save-big-at-the-2022-state-fair-of-texas/.