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Dallas area fall festivals

Texas State Fair
Photo by Dori Reuscher

One of the great things about living in a city like Dallas is the opportunity to take advantage of the mild fall weather and go to an outdoor event. 

Although I have put them in order by date, my favorite is definitely the Texas State Fair.  If you live in Texas and you have not been to the fair, then make it a priority this year.  It's a unique experience.  Be sure to make a beeline for the Fletcher corn dog stand.  This is where the corn dog was invented and it's better than any other you have ever had. 

Second on my list is the Cottonwood Arts Festival in Richardson.  It is small, and most of the art is out of my price range, but I love looking, munching on fresh kettle corn, and people watching.  The festival is in a park so it is shaded and pleasant and there is a terrific kids area with pottery, plaster and other cool art activities.  Cottonwood is also pet-friendly if you have a sociable dog.

The Plano Balloon Festival is one of the kid's favorites.  Don't miss the balloon glow as the sun goes down. 

Picnic in the Park

September 6, 5:30pm
Visit website to find out where to get a free ticket
Dallas Arboretum

Plano Balloon Festival

September 18 - 20
Oak Point Park, Plano
Spring Creek & Parker Rd.

Texas State Fair

September 25 - October 18
Dallas Fair Park, 2 miles east of downtown Dallas
General Admission $15 per person

Addison Oktoberfest

September 17 - 20
Check the website for times
$5 admission
Addison Circle Park

Cottonwood Art Festival

October 3 & 4
9am to 6pm
Cottonwood park at Belt Line & Coit

 

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