Local
Ostrich smashburgers and a ‘Slop Bucket’? Here are the new NC State Fair foods
Updated October 17, 2023 at 2:30 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.
Living
We have details on the 4 new rides coming to the NC State Fair this year
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Local
The NC State Fair’s been teasing a ‘huge’ announcement. Here’s what it is
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Local
The numbers are in. The NC State Fair’s attendance is back to pre-pandemic levels
Updated October 25, 2022 at 1:34 PM
Living
I’m a New York native who visited the NC State Fair for the first time. My thoughts.
Updated October 24, 2022 at 10:34 AM
Food & Drink
I tried the new rattlesnake corndog at the NC State Fair. Here’s what I thought.
Updated October 19, 2022 at 1:02 PM
Food & Drink
A decades-old booth is in new hands at the NC State Fair. What’s new, what’s the same
Updated October 19, 2022 at 1:03 PM
Local
Yes, the heaviest pumpkin at the NC State Fair was grown in West Virginia. Here’s why.
Updated October 18, 2022 at 5:27 PM
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Food & Drink
Howling Cow is in a new, prime location at the NC State Fair. Here’s where to find it.
Updated October 13, 2022 at 12:54 PM
Local
Going to the NC State Fair? Here’s where to park, how to take a shuttle and more
Updated October 31, 2022 at 12:37 PM
Entertainment
No Dorton Arena concerts at the NC State Fair, but there’s still music. Where to find it.
Updated October 18, 2022 at 5:27 PM
Entertainment
How to win games at NC State Fair: Tips and tricks + which ones to avoid
Updated October 11, 2023 at 11:59 AM
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