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You can get free admission to the NC State Fair while helping Western NC. Here’s how
October 22, 2024 at 12:25 PM
NC State Fair
The News & Observer staff offers guides to the North Carolina State Fair happening Oct. 15-25, from new food and old favorites, rides, shows, parking and much more, plus answers your burning questions about the fair.
Local
I’m a Texas native who visited the NC State Fair for the first time. Here’s what I thought
Updated October 23, 2024 at 11:15 AM
Local
To escape mill work, she jumped 3,000 feet from a hot-air balloon at the NC State Fair
Updated October 21, 2024 at 6:13 PM
Food & Drink
We sampled the new foods at the 2024 NC State Fair. Here’s what to buy — and what to bypass
Updated October 16, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Local
Can you park for free at the NC State Fair? Here’s what to know about lots & shuttles
October 14, 2024 at 6:00 AM
Things to Do
Here’s the answer to every question you have about the 2024 NC State Fair
Updated October 15, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Local
NC State Fair insiders gave us their ‘best day’ formula. Here’s how to plan your visit
Updated October 15, 2024 at 4:56 PM
Local
Support these Western NC artisans + Helene storm victims at 2024 NC State Fair
Updated December 3, 2024 at 7:02 PM
Local
Popular NC State Fair lunch pass program sees big price hike this year. What to expect
Updated October 11, 2024 at 9:04 AM
North Carolina
Here are the new rides coming to the 2024 NC State Fair (+ what to know about tickets)
October 10, 2024 at 10:12 AM
Food & Drink
New 2024 NC State Fair foods include deep fried spaghetti sandwich, hot dog-stuffed pickle
Updated October 8, 2024 at 6:16 PM
Local
NC State Fair will push longtime vendors out of old building
Updated October 20, 2023 at 5:02 PM
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