The State Fair said this is a pause, not a permanent departure.

The State Fair of Texas will not hold any rodeo events during the 2026 edition of the event, organizers recently announced.

DALLAS — The State Fair of Texas has made the decision to pause its rodeo for the 2026 fair season, officials say.

State Fair of Texas cancels 2026 rodeo and horse shows to focus on affordability after 2025 attendance drop; promises return.

State Fair of Texas pauses its traditional rodeo for the 2026 season focusing on visitor affordability and reviewing ...

Attendees walk past the Texas Star Ferris wheel at the State Fair of Texas on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Dallas. The fair also hosts free activities, including petting zoos, brand activations and an ...

The State Fair of Texas saw about 2 million visitors this year, which is the lowest attendance since 2018. Attendance was 400,000 less than in 2024, with speculation that high prices and the heat were ...

A little over 2 million people attended the State Fair of Texas this year, marking the lowest number of visitors to the fair in a decade. Shortly after the fair opened, thin crowds prompted questions ...

The State Fair of Texas will not hold the State Fair Rodeo and pre-Fair horse shows in the upcoming 2026 season, the ...