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State Fair of Texas

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  • 2026 State Fair

Ride DART to the State Fair of Texas

September 25 through October 18, 2026

Y’all aboard for Stars, Stripes and Savings!

The State Fair is back and so is the best way to get there: DART! You’ll spend more time enjoying the fair -- and less time getting there. From fried food and live music to football games and Midway fun, the State Fair has something for everyone. Skip the parking and bring the fun!

To make your ride as smooth as possible, DART recommends buying your passes with the GoPass® app. It’s the most convenient way to pay your fare, particularly if you’re traveling in a large group.

Please note: If you purchase your fare with a GoPass® Tap card, a contactless credit or debit card, or a payment-enabled mobile device, you must use a unique form of contactless payment for each rider. Your contactless card or digital wallet serves as your ticket and proof of payment.

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DART Helps You Save in so Many Ways!

 

  • Save $5 on a 1-Day FLEX Ticket and choose the day that works best for your State Fair visit. Simply enter DART’s promo code when purchasing on the State Fair’s website to receive $5 off admission! To get the promo code, download the GoPass app and then visit the Events tab. Offer valid September 1–October 18, 2026, for online purchases only at bigtex.com. Limit four tickets per order.
  • Plus, kids get the best deal in town -- children’s tickets are just $10 every day!

 

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Making your trip to the State Fair a snap!

DART makes it easy and affordable to enjoy your day at the fair. Just ride the DART Rail Green Line to Fair Park Station, located on Parry Avenue at the entrance to the fairgrounds, or MLK, Jr. Station, located south of R.B. Cullum Blvd. and convenient to the MLK fairground entrance (Gate 6) and Cotton Bowl Stadium.

Also, you can park for FREE at any of DART’s Park & Ride stations. Find your most convenient parking options here.


Departure times of the last TRE train to Fort Worth:

Monday–Thursday

  • EBJ Union Station: 10:45 p.m.
  • Victory Station: 10:51 p.m.
  • Last Green Line connections from:
    • MLK, Jr. Station: 10:18 p.m.
    • Fair Park Station: 10:21 p.m.

Friday

  • EBJ Union Station: 12:15 a.m.
  • Victory Station: 12:19 a.m.
  • Last Green Line connections from:
    • MLK, Jr. Station: 11:48 p.m.
    • Fair Park Station: 11:51 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday during the fair

  • EBJ Union Station: 11:35 p.m.
  • Victory Station: 11:39 p.m.
  • Last Green Line connections from:
    • MLK, Jr. Station: 10:48 p.m.
    • Fair Park Station: 10:51 p.m.

 


Schedules and Maps

DART Blue Line
Downtown Rowlett Station to UNT Dallas Station
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DART Green Line
North Carrollton/Frankford Station to Buckner Station
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DART Orange Line
DFW Airport Station to Parker Road Station
Parker Road Station / LBJ/Central Station
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Shiloh Road to DFW Airport Terminal B
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To DFW Airport Terminal B Station
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Trinity Railway Express
Fort Worth T&P Station to EBJ Union Station
EASTBOUND: Ft. Worth to Dallas
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DCTA Service

  1. Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) A-train passengers should transfer to the Green Line at Trinity Mills Station.
  2. Customers coming from Denton County via DCTA are advised to board the first train departing their originating station.
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Bus Service

Every day, bus routes 23 and 214 serve Fair Park Station. Bus routes 13, 23, 104, and 216 serve MLK, Jr. Station. GoLink South Dallas serves the Fair Park area, including Fair Park and MLK, Jr. stations.

 

 

 

 

 

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Fares

DART has the perfect pass for all your travel needs.

For a complete list of available DART fares and to see which one works best for your trip, please click the button below.

 
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Are you eligible for reduced fares?

 

infoAlways be prepared to show your fare, as proof of payment is required to ride. Learn More

 

Ticket Vending Machines

DART’s newer touchscreen ticket vending machines make buying passes easier than ever. Purchase passes using cash, credit cards, debit cards or mobile wallets. You can also check your GoPass account balance, view your transaction history and more!

 

 

 

 

Stay on the move with contactless payments!

GoPass® app

GoPass® app

DART’s GoPass app puts travel tools at your fingertips. In the app, you can plan trips in real time and buy DART passes. The app also features integrated system maps and up-to-the-minute service alerts. GoPass is easy to use and personalize – allowing you to save your favorite routes and securely store your preferred payment methods.

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GoPass® Tap card

GoPass® Tap card

DART’s reloadable transit payment card provides a convenient and flexible way to pay your DART fare. You can reload the card at hundreds of participating retailers and manage your account online. By registering your card, you can also take advantage of fare capping, which means you get the best fare every time you ride!

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Contactless Payment

Contactless Payment

Why hassle with cash or ticket vending machines? Using a contactless credit or debit card, or any payment-enabled mobile device is the easy and convenient way to buy your DART pass. You can also take advantage of fare capping if you register your contactless card or the card associated with your payment app.

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Please Note: 1. You must use a unique GoPass Tap card for each rider. 2. You must use a unique form of contactless payment for each rider.

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State Fair of Texas

Ticket and Schedule Information

For State Fair admission pricing and information, please visit their website.

To see a complete schedule of State Fair of Texas events, click here.

Hours

Sunday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

 

Parking gates and ticket booths open at 9 a.m. daily.

State Fair of Texas Midway and Fair Park Museum hours vary.

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