DALLAS, Texas (KXII) - When you think of the State Fair of Texas, you probably think of fried food, games on the Midway and the big Ferris wheel, the Texas Star, but there's plenty new at the fair this year.

Familiar favorites keep families, couples and kiddos coming back, but what's new at the State Fair of Texas in 2026?

There's 78 rides on the Midway, with two new thrills.