7-7-2020
DALLAS – The State Fair of Texas has been canceled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, officials announced Tuesday.
“With a heavy heart, we are announcing that the State Fair of Texas will not open for the 2020 season. We believe the spirit of the Lone Star state lies in every Texan’s ability to care and look out for their neighbor and it is with this in mind, we have decided to keep our guests, staff, and partners safe and healthy during these uncertain time,” the State Fair of Texas said in a statement. Board Chair Gina Norris said that with the number of COVID-19 cases continuing to rise, there’s no feasible way to put proper precautions in place while maintaining the “fair environment.”
“This was an extremely tough decision. The health and safety of all involved has remained our top priority throughout the decision-making process,” Norris. “While we cannot predict what the COVID-19 pandemic will look like in September, the recent surge in positive cases is troubling for all of North Texas. The safest and most responsible decision we could make for all involved at this point in our 134-year history is to take a hiatus for the 2020 season.”
If football is played this fall, the schools will still be allowed to play in the Cotton Bowl as scheduled.
This will be the first time since World War II that the State Fair of Texas has not opened. It was also canceled during World War I and from 1936-1937 for the Pan American Exposition at Fair Park.
Those who already purchased tickets can get a refund online.
CREDIT: FOX4NEWS.COM