Elvis Presley arrived in Dallas by train with actor Nick Adams as part of a short tour organized by promoter Bamford. During the 71st
Texas State Fair, he performed at the Cotton Bowl before an audience of 26,500. He was driven onto the playing field in a convertible. His set included "Heartbreak Hotel," "Long Tall Sally," "I Was the One," "Blue Suede Shoes," "I Got a Woman," "Love Me," "Don't Be Cruel," "Love Me Tender" and "Hound Dog." Other performers included Rex Marlowe, Howard & Wanda Bell, Phil Maraquin, Hubert Castle, The Jordanaires and Sherry Davis.
