I'm thinking about going, but am not familiar enough with the area to know where a safe place is to park (that is also likely to be available). Except to know that the area is sketchy at best at any other time of the year. Any suggestions?
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State Fair Parking
- Thread starter SilkySmooth
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Thanks. I see they have valet parking--maybe I'll try that.
Will try not to overindulge on the fried food.
Will try not to overindulge on the fried food.
purplewalt
Active Member
There are several areas with on-the-Fairgrounds parking -- $15 in large Parking lots near the Coliseum and the Livestock barns/Pens.
They are a bit pricier to park than some of the areas outside the fairgrounds, fenced in and pretty well staffed and managed.
If you have access to the DART Line, there is always that Option as an efficient way to get to the Fair and leave your car in other areas of the City.
About 20% of Dallas Police force are patrolling and monitoring the Fair Grounds and immediate areas, so it is relatively safe.
There are multiple methods to get discounted tickets to the fair for different days and times (look online for best available prices).
A ride on the Ferris Wheel at night gives you a great view of lit-up Downtown Dallas.
Fair Park truly is a National Treasure of Art Deco buildings that deserve to be loved and enjoyed year-round, not just during the three weeks that the State Fair is the major tenant. Major buildings require continual renovation and upkeep to keep them fresh and pass on as Architectural heritage to future generations.
They are a bit pricier to park than some of the areas outside the fairgrounds, fenced in and pretty well staffed and managed.
If you have access to the DART Line, there is always that Option as an efficient way to get to the Fair and leave your car in other areas of the City.
About 20% of Dallas Police force are patrolling and monitoring the Fair Grounds and immediate areas, so it is relatively safe.
There are multiple methods to get discounted tickets to the fair for different days and times (look online for best available prices).
A ride on the Ferris Wheel at night gives you a great view of lit-up Downtown Dallas.
Fair Park truly is a National Treasure of Art Deco buildings that deserve to be loved and enjoyed year-round, not just during the three weeks that the State Fair is the major tenant. Major buildings require continual renovation and upkeep to keep them fresh and pass on as Architectural heritage to future generations.
ditto from @purplewalt. The grounds are patrolled well, so it's not as sketchy as you think. There are both onsite and off-site parking. Onsite is well patrolled, the off-sites are from their respective companies (so that is your own choice and observations). Also DART is a great option since the station comes right to one of the gates (actually the original front gate).
I am pretty sure as long as you don't leave a wallet, laptops, and tablets in plain sight you will be just fine. As for dings, well, I can't vouch for any of that.
I am pretty sure as long as you don't leave a wallet, laptops, and tablets in plain sight you will be just fine. As for dings, well, I can't vouch for any of that.
mrod1975
Member
Turned out I didn't need to go this year, but will probably use valet for $30 if I go at some future date. I can't really say I'm a fan of super overpriced fried foods and beer. Thanks all for the advice.
