Big Tex has taken his spot at Fair Park as organizers and vendors get ready for the State Fair of Texas. The State Fair of Texas first launched in 1886; Big Tex made his first appearance in 1952.

When the 55-foot tall cowboy gets placed up on his perch in Fair Park, you know the State Fair of Texas is just around the corner. Just one week before the start of the State Fair of Texas, Big Tex – donning his new boots designed by an Irving woman and fresh new threads – was raised onto his spot on the fair grounds Friday morning.

Dallas, Texas - The State Fair of Texas is one week away and Big Tex is taking his place at the center of Fair Park. The 55-foot tall cowboy will be saying "Howdy, folks" to attendees again this year. This will be Big Tex's 72nd year at the fair. Tex will be put into place at 10 a.m. on Friday.

Watch State Fair of Texas members put Big Tex in his place for the 2024 State Fair of Texas. With only 117 in MLB history, an immaculate inning is rarer than a no-hitter. District Judge Kevin Mullins, 54, was pronounced dead at the scene. Letcher County Sheriff Shawn M. Stines, 43, was arrested and charged with his murder.