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Olympic-level pumpkin-growing yields 2 massive new NC State Fair records. Take a look
Updated October 11, 2023 at 2:19 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
Road construction may change how you get to the North Carolina State Fair this year
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Food & Drink
From best to whoops, a ranking of all the new foods at this year’s NC State Fair
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Things to Do
How do you get free parking for the NC State Fair? What to know about lots, shuttles, more
Updated October 17, 2023 at 2:30 PM
Things to Do
How do you do just about everything at the NC State Fair in one day? Here’s the plan
Updated October 12, 2023 at 1:13 PM
Local
What are the best weather days for the NC State Fair? Here’s when to go
Updated October 16, 2023 at 12:05 PM
Living
8 insider tips to have the best day ever at the NC State Fair
Updated October 12, 2023 at 1:11 PM
Things to Do
Step right up! Get all your 2023 NC State Fair questions answered here
Updated October 13, 2023 at 11:27 AM
Local
How safe are the rides at the NC State Fair? What to know about the inspection process
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Living
NC vs. SC: How do the two State Fairs compare? Here’s what to expect from each
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Local
Want to take the train to the NC State Fair? Amtrak will drop you off at the fairgrounds
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
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