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Denton MacKID: Texas-Sized Savings: Your Ticket to State Fair Deals

Score Big with Affordable Admission and Exciting Fair Fun!

By M. Rausch September 13, 2023

Hey there Denton MacKID families! If you're planning to hit up the 2023 State Fair of Texas, we've got loads of ways for you to score some sweet savings. πŸŽ‘πŸ’°



First off, let's talk about the ultimate money-saver: the State Fair of Texas Season Pass. 

Trying to do it all in just one day is pretty much Mission Impossible, but fear not! You can snag a 2023 Season Pass right now online at bigtex.com for $50. 

The season pass gets you access to all 24 days of fair fun, plus a bunch of awesome VIP perks. Check them out here. It's a steal, trust us!


But wait, there are more ways to save and still have tons of fun. Just keep reading and find the option that best suits you and your family.

You don't have to break the bank – we'll give you the scoop on how to score affordable tickets and coupons for a Texas-sized good time at the State Fair of Texas! πŸ€ πŸŽ‰


🀠 Premium One-Day Admission – If you like the freedom to choose the day you want to visit Big Tex, this option is for you! Tickets cost $24 each.

Shopping for a crew? Check out the awesome two and four-pack combos that also come with Food and Midway coupons. 🎟️ But hey, don't snooze on this offer! tickets are limited, so make your move before they're gone!

Grab your ticket or tickets at BigTex.com/Tickets


🀠 Opening Day – Friday, September 29 

Looking to make a difference? Simply bring two jars of peanut butter to donate to the North Texas Food Bank and grab your State Fair ticket for just $10! πŸ₯œπŸŽŸοΈ


🀠 North Texas Food Bank – Every Wednesday 

If you're looking to lend a hand but September 29th doesn't quite match your calendar, no worries! You'll still have plenty of chances to make a positive impact and grab an awesome deal.

 

Bring 5 canned food items and get in for only $5! All canned donations go to the North Texas Food Bank, which helps feed members of our community.

  

Did you know that in 2022, more than 280,000 pounds of food were donated through this program, equating to 233,333β€―meals that North Texas Food Bank provided to the community? Amazing, right?! 

And every Wednesday morning at the Fair is Sensory-Friendly – learn more at BigTex.com


🀠 Monday through Thursday - these tickets are available for a pre-selected date, so be sure to mark it on your schedule!

       πŸ‘¨ Adults pay $15 (12 years and older).

       πŸ§“Seniors (60 years old and older) and πŸ§’ kiddos (3 years and older) pay $10 

       πŸ§’Kiddos 2 and under get in for FREE!

You can save time by buying these tickets online here or just purchase them at the gate.


🀠 Dr. Pepper Value Days – Every Tuesday and Thursday

You will need to be a Big Tex Insider for this one. It’s free and easy to do, just sign up here

Become a Big Tex Insider and grab your ticket for $10!


🀠 Senior Day – Every Thursday

Senior Citizens 60 years and older pay ONLY $5.


 πŸ€  Any day: 

If you are a night owl, you can take advantage of this awesome deal: visitors pay $10 after 5 p.m.  

Notes:

Tickets for kids 2 and younger are ALWAYS FREE!

Discount coupons are available at participating McDonald's locations throughout North Texas on tray liners and inside their meal bags.

With this coupon, you can save $5 OFF on weekdays and $7 on weekends


πŸ’° Thrifty Thursday- discounted food program presented by T-Mobile: 

You can save while snacking, every Thursday. Participating food vendors offer one of their signature menu items at a discounted price. 


πŸͺ– Military Appreciation Day presented by Chevrolet– all active military, retired military, and veterans save $5 OFF on weekdays and $7 OFF on weekends when they present valid documentation of military service at the gate or online. Spouses of service men and women with a valid Military Spouse ID and accompanying children under the age of 18 also receive discounted admission.*


πŸš’ First responders, active and retired (public law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency services agencies) can save $5 OFF on weekdays and $7 OFF on weekends when they present a valid badge or ID card from their department or organization at the gate or online. Spouses of first responders and accompanying children under the age of 18 also receive discounted admission.* 


It doesn’t matter which option you pick, your ticket includes access to more than 200 daily shows, concerts, activities, and exhibits, all at no extra cost. 

If you don’t want to take the train, parking starts at $20. 


As we wrap things up here, just remember, that the adventure keeps rolling. Stay in the loop with Big Tex over at BigTex.com

Oh, and by the way, don't hesitate to tag us at @MacKidDenton in your State Fair of Texas adventures - we'd love to be part of the fun! 🀠



















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