Celebrate Fair Park’s Past, Present and Future Fair Park 80th Anniversary Celebration
From Wednesday, June 8 through Saturday, June 11, 2016, Fair Park will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Centennial Exposition with a free, four-day festival.
Fun and engaging activities are planned in order for the entire family to commemorate one of the city’s greatest treasures and historic landmarks. Open to the public, the event will highlight the past, present and future of Fair Park.
During the anniversary celebration, the public can experience the park’s museums and exhibits at no charge. Guests will also be able to purchase food and beverages throughout the event series.
The event will include:
- a concert performance from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra,
- jazz from local musicians,
- featured performances from Brave Combo, the Quebe Sisters and The Mavericks,
- games on the Midway,
- free Ferris Wheel and Tower rides,
- kids’ activities,
- fireworks,
- a memorable exhibit highlighting the park’s history,
- a wine stroll throughout the park,
- a Speakeasy party … and more!
In conjunction with the celebration, Fair Park will open a new Museum Green carousel, kid-friendly pocket park with playground creating a pocket park featuring a carousel, playground equipment, and a community visiting area, inspiring everyone to look ahead at the future of the park.
Fair Park is located at 1121 1st Ave., in Dallas. Get directions. See a Fair Park map.
City of Dallas Parking Update: Close in paid parking will be available. You can also ride DART to Fair Park.
Fair Park’s 80th Anniversary is sponsored by our friends at WFAA – TV, CBS Radio, DFW Restaurant 365, Pyrotex, The Dallas Morning News, and us … the Friends of Fair Park.
