May I bring...

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...a wagon? Yes.
Small children may be pulled in a wagon.

...a bicycle, skateboard or roller skates? No.
The Fair draws large crowds. In the interest of overall safety for our guests, we ask that you do not bring skateboards, scooters, roller skates and other wheeled forms of transportation inside the gates (wagons to transport small children are approved).

...a gun? No, with one exception.
A person holding a valid concealed handgun license is permitted to enter onto State Fair property with his/her concealed handgun. Licenses will be examined at the entrances. License holder's name will be made accessible to law enforcement officials. Handguns will not be permitted inside the Cotton Bowl, a facility defined under Texas Penal Code 46.035 as "the premises where a high school, collegiate or professional sporting event or interscholastic event is taking place." We want the Fair to be a fun and safe experience.

...a pet? No.
The only animals allowed on the grounds are service dogs, animals on exhibit or those used in entertainment. We do not have accommodations for pets at the Fairgrounds.

...knives, scissors, and other sharp implements? No.
Please help us keep the Fair fun for all. We reserve the right to search all fairgoers upon entry into the Fairgrounds. All sharp metal objects, such as pocket knives, scissors and the like, are strictly prohibited, as are guns and other weapons. Please leave these items at home or in your vehicle. If you usually carry a pocket knife and forget it's in your pocket when you reach the security checkpoint, you will be asked to return it to your vehicle or be given an option to dispose of it prior to entering the park. If you question whether something is safe to bring in, it probably isn't – and should be left at home or in the vehicle.

...my own food and beverages? Yes.
Tasting "Fair food" is a big reason why people visit the Fair, but if you have dietary or other reasons for wanting to bring your own food or beverages, please do. Please note: Alcohol, glass containers and metal knives and forks are prohibited.

...coolers or ice chests? Yes.
Your cooler will be searched as you enter the grounds; please do not bring metal knives, glass containers or alcoholic beverages.

...my motorized wheelchair? Yes.
Wheelchairs, electric carts and baby strollers may also be rented from an independent concessionaire at two locations in Fair Park – the Pennsylvania pedestrian gate and the corner of First and Grand. All of the rentals are available on a first-come basis, and no advance reservations are accepted. A current ID is required to rent any of these items.The item must be returned to the location where it was rented.