The State Fair of Texas is back! Fair organizers announced an in-person return for 2021, after the pandemic shifted gears into a drive-thru fair experience in 2020.
Organizers also announced this year's theme: "Howdy, Folks!"
Mitchell Glieber, president of the State Fair of Texas, told NBCDFW, “This year’s commemorative theme art encompasses the foundation of what the Fair is all about – being together. None of us could have predicted all that the COVID-19 pandemic would bring with it, but we feel so grateful to carry on the State Fair’s 135-year history and welcome everyone back with a warm, ‘Howdy, Folks!,’ this year."
Organizers said the fair may look "slightly different from every other year to ensure a safe environment," according to a news release, which said "the Fair will adhere to all applicable CDC guidelines in place during the time the Fair takes place, as well as any local, state, or federal guidelines."
The State Fair will open September 24 and run through October 17.