State Fair Texas Opening Day Parade Sep 2025

The 2025 State Fair of Texas kicked off in grand style on Friday, September 26, with its beloved Opening Day Parade marching through Fair Park at noon, marking the start of a 24-day celebration of Texan culture, food, and entertainment. Parade Highlights • Big Tex, the iconic 55-foot cowboy, greeted visitors with his signature “Howdy, folks!” as families snapped photos and pinned commemorative badges. • A vibrant mix of marching bands, colorful floats, cheer squads, and community performers filled the grounds with music and movement. • The parade featured local school groups, cultural dancers, and vintage vehicles, celebrating both tradition and innovation. • USA Break dancers, a new attraction this year, brought high-energy 80s beats and street-style choreography to the parade route.