Sadly I have to update my review as the State Fair of Texas has gone downhill over the years. To start off with this location is not easy to get to especially during the fair timing. Access to and from the area can be very convoluted and congested with no traffic guidance and poor streets in and out. You cannot visibly see the fair from the main roads you can see the rides above the buildings but not the actual entries itself. Parking is horrible and overpriced. Accessible parking is almost never available and when they do have it available it is usually full of non-accessible parkers for other permitted uses such as livestock etc. Accessible parking is almost always not actually accessible and is further away than most of the other parking spots reserved for folks that are able. It is very rarely accessible friendly both in walking distance and smoothness and ramp access. Parking security is also poor and they have break-ins routinely. Security at the location is horrible and they routinely let weapons through. Just last year somebody brought in an illegal firearm as a convicted felon and shot someone at the park. They tout that they have boosted security this year however all they did was remove the lawful ability for citizens to carry. The person that shot someone last year wasn't even legally allowed to have the weapon. Not only that their security last year didn't catch that person bringing the weapon in. Even though they had thorough screening according to them. Food is overpriced and the pricing system is convoluted intentionally to get you to overspend. Coupons are not valued at the same as dollar values as they used to be. When they do match up to dollar values at times you still have overpayment of things quite a bit due to the markup. They make excuses as to why but having worked internal to the State Fair of Texas that is all a lie. Overall I would not recommend attending the State Fair of Texas especially with this year with the decreased safety given that you will have far less aware and alert individuals watching for things. If it was a safe as they claim then the law enforcement officers would have been able to prevent the issues that occurred last year. No amount of officers or security screening measures will stop a situation if they don't have as many capable folks available to handle it as possible. The area State Fair of Texas is in is very high in crime and I do not recommend traveling...
Read moreI recently had the pleasure of interacting with the Texas State Fair Administration Office and I must say, it was an experience that exceeded all my expectations. The level of professionalism, efficiency, and warmth displayed by the staff was truly commendable.
From the moment I walked into the office, I was greeted with a friendly smile and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and eager to assist, answering all my queries with patience and clarity. Their passion for the fair and dedication to ensuring a great experience for all attendees was evident in every interaction.
The office itself was impeccably maintained, reflecting the high standards of the Texas State Fair. The organization and attention to detail were impressive, making it clear that this team takes their responsibilities seriously. Despite the busy nature of their work, especially during the fair season, they managed to maintain a calm and efficient environment.
What stood out the most was their commitment to customer service. They went above and beyond to ensure that my needs were met, demonstrating a level of care and consideration that is rare to find. They not only addressed my immediate concerns but also provided valuable advice and guidance for my visit to the fair.
The Texas State Fair Administration Office is a shining example of excellent service and professionalism. Their dedication to creating a memorable and enjoyable experience for all fair-goers is truly admirable. I left the office feeling confident and excited about my upcoming visit to the fair.
I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the entire team for their exceptional service. I highly recommend the Texas State Fair Administration Office to anyone seeking assistance or information about the fair. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of their work, making them a true asset to the Texas State Fair.
Thank you for making my experience a wonderful one. I look forward to attending the fair and am confident that it will be a fantastic event, thanks to the hard work and dedication of this...
Read moreWas absolutely fabulous this was in a sense a memorial trip my husband passed away last year and he was just so excited when the fair would come so I got to go and do the things that we would do when we were there are big thing was he loved wingfield's hamburgers and they have a booth there at the fair and that was what we had to do was go to Wingfield so I did the other place that we just had to go was the lotto stand so I did play the little bit one a little bit broke even walked away like we would do when we were there I hope his memory lives well thank you State Fair of Texas for...
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