10/16 - 10/26 NC State Fair

The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina and is an unparalleled value with free entertainment, thrilling rides and games, thousands of animals, endless family activities, competitions, vendors and creative deep-fried delights.

Schedule:
Thursday, Oct. 16: noon - 11 p.m.
Friday & Saturday Oct. 17 - 18 & Friday & Saturday Oct. 24 - 25: 9 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Sunday through Thursday Oct. 19 - 23 & Sunday, Oct. 26: 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Fairgoers must purchase admission tickets and be inside the gates prior to 9:45 p.m. There is no re-entry after 9:45 p.m.

Check out the building and attraction hours to better plan your trip to the State Fair.

Passes are also offered. See website for details.