Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas

Big Tex is a 55-foot-tall cowboy figure that has served as the longtime icon and greeting figure of the State Fair of Texas held at Fair Park; the figure was first introduced in 1952. Big Tex famously burned on October 19, 2012, and a new, redesigned figure was unveiled for the 2013 fair; these events have been the basis for local jokes and commentary about his wardrobe and greetings. Locals commonly reference Big Tex's signature "Howdy, folks!" as part of Dallas fair humor.