What to do at the State Fair of Texas

Details: Lonestar, CeeLo Green, Chrisette Michele and La Zenda Norteña are performing on opening weekend. There are also rodeos throughout the weekend.

Here are some noteworthy events this year.

🎤 Concerts: Performers include rapper Lil Jon on Oct. 7, a Selena tribute on Oct. 8, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus on Oct. 21 and We The Kings that night.

• You can also hear anything from mariachi to country music throughout the day.

🎈 Water balloon fight: If you need a place to cool off, the Acrobuffos promise an epic balloon fight where you may get a little wet.

• 12:30, 2:45 and 5pm from Oct. 11-22.

🧼 Soap bubble entertainment: New to the fair, this group will perform bubble-themed acts like a snowman dancing across a tightrope and an exploding volcano.

• 4pm, 5pm and 6pm daily.

🏫 College history: The Hall of State has an exhibit capturing Texas Tech's first 100 years, including notable alumni and athletic achievements.

• 10am-7pm daily.

🦋 Other fair buildings: The African American Museum, Dallas Children's Aquarium, Continental D.A.R. House, Texas Discovery Gardens and Continental D.A.R. House will also be open during the fair.

What's next: The fair is open through Oct. 22.