Mark your calendars for these exciting North Carolina festivals and fairs happening across the state this fall.

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North Carolina State Fair

NC State Fair
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Raleigh

Oct. 15-25, 2021

Get ready for 11 days of exciting attractions, delicious food, livestock shows and more at the North Carolina State Fair this October. In addition to rides and games that the whole family will enjoy, this year’s fair will feature a mobile dairy classroom, a flower and garden show, antique farm machinery displays, horse shows, a Got to Be NC Agriculture exhibit, free entertainment around every corner and much more. Make it the highlight of Fall North Carolina festivals and fairs.
For a complete schedule of fair events and activities and for nomination forms for the Farm Family of the Day, visit ncstatefair.org or call (919) 821-7400.

See more: 6 Unusual Foods You’ll Find at the N.C. State Fair

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