Mobility issues don’t limit the opportunity for fun at the fair
The N.C. State Fair is 100 acres of fun activities, food, exhibits, shows and displays, which may seem daunting for anyone with mobility issues, but it doesn’t have to deter plans for a visit. The...
View ArticleDinosaurs, unicorns and pirates oh my! New, free acts invade the Fair
One of the things that makes the N.C. State Fair so special for many fairgoers is the blending of the traditional with the promise of something new. Each year, it’s a pretty good bet that you will find...
View Article50 free things to do at the 2016 N.C. State Fair
The saying is true: When it comes to the North Carolina State Fair, nothing could be finer. With no shortage of food or fun, fairgoers can find plenty of free activities to enjoy once they walk through...
View ArticleCelebrate North Carolina’s military on Military Appreciation Day Oct. 19
The N.C. State Fair will celebrate members of the U.S. Military for their contributions to keeping our country safe on Military Appreciation Day, Wednesday, Oct. 19. As part of this tribute there will...
View Article10 fun STEM activities for kids at the State Fair
Shhhh… don’t tell the kids! The State Fair is more than fun, it’s also educational. Check out out Top 10 activities to participate in science, technology, engineering and math-oriented (STEM)...
View Article2016 N.C. State Fair Bucket List
‘Tis N.C. State Fair season and nothing could be finer. And whether you’re a State Fair veteran or a rookie, you know there is something magical about the state fair that is calling your name. Between...
View ArticleDeep South’s OC7 Next Generation Series is this Sunday
Deep South Entertainment, the company behind booking the 117 concerts that are a part of the N.C. State Fair’s Homegrown Music Fest, is promising fairgoers a diverse lineup of Carolina-bred musical...
View ArticleGot To Be NC Tent to offer Carolina Kettle snacks, among other N.C. products
In addition to the plethora of food options available at the N.C. State Fair, fairgoers can also sample and discover food products from across North Carolina at the Got to Be NC Agriculture exhibit....
View ArticleIt’s a State Fair Adventure
When it comes to maximizing your N.C. State Fair experience, look no further than our State Fair Scavenger Hunts. This morning Wildflower and I took on both of this year’s scavenger activities – one...
View ArticleHorticulture department hopes new mushroom competitions grows
Growing your own mushrooms can all start with a roll of toilet paper. For the first year, the N.C. State Fair’s Horticulture Department featured a mushroom competition and April Blazich, the...
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