Big Tex Unveils New Cavender’s Shirt, Kicking Off Annual Tradition
Big Tex, the iconic mascot of the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, has a new red shirt designed by Cavender's. This marks the beginning of an annual tradition where Big Tex's shirt will change each year to commemorate local…
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, August 21, 2026 —
Dallas, TX – Big Tex, the beloved 55-foot icon of the State Fair of Texas, is sporting a fresh look this year with a new red shirt designed by Cavender’s. This debut signifies the commencement of a new annual tradition, wherein Big Tex’s signature attire will be updated each year to honor and commemorate local events and partnerships.
The collaboration with Cavender’s marks the first of what is intended to be an ongoing series of custom-designed shirts for the iconic mascot. This initiative aims to add a new layer of engagement for fairgoers and celebrate the spirit of Texas through Big Tex’s evolving wardrobe.
Further details regarding the specific design elements of the Cavender’s shirt and the local events that will inspire future annual designs were not provided. The State Fair of Texas typically runs for several weeks in the fall, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to Dallas.
The tradition of Big Tex’s attire has long been a point of interest for fair attendees, and the introduction of an annual, commemorative shirt is expected to become a notable feature of the fair’s identity. Each year’s design will aim to capture a moment or theme relevant to the Dallas community and the wider state.
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