SMU’s location in Dallas, Texas has many perks. There is always new food, music and entertainment to enjoy in the big city. One of the most famous events is the world-famous Texas State Fair. At the end of September each year, the fairgrounds come alive as vendors flock towards Dallas to show and sell everything from fried Oreos to fried jello. One of my favorite parts about going to the Texas State Fair each year is listening to the live music. Surprisingly, there’s more than just country music to enjoy! I’ve seen everything from pop singers to Irish rock bands perform. There are endless rides, games and performances to enjoy. One of the busiest days at the fairgrounds is when more than 100,000 people travel to the State Fair for the AT&T Red River Showdown game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners. These rivals have met at the fairgrounds each year since 1929!
As an SMU student, it’s impossible to miss the Texas State Fair. Some classes will have projects that involve the fair and many student groups attend together throughout the season. One of the easiest ways to get to the Texas State Fair is through the Dallas Area Rapid Transit transportation network. As a benefit of enrollment at SMU, students may obtain an Annual DART Local Pass for a one-time fee of $5.00. This is one of my favorite perks as an SMU student. The DART goes to areas downtown, the American Airlines Center, the DFW airport and many more places. Most importantly, it goes directly to the Texas State Fair!
Caroline Gurley
