The largest annual event in the state, the N.C. State Fair draws one million visitors through the gates each Oct., marking what many consider to be the unofficial beginning of the fall season.
Hours of Operation
Thursday, Oct. 17: noon - 11 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 18 & Saturday, Oct. 19: 9 a.m. - midnight
Sunday, Oct. 20 - Thursday, Oct. 24: 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 25 & Saturday, Oct. 26: 9 a.m. - midnight
Sunday, Oct. 27: 9 a.m. - 11 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.