Tyria Bourda
Staff Writer
The North Carolina State Fair is finally here! Open October 12th through 22nd, fairgoers can expect a slew of rides, local vendors from across the state, great food, music, agriculture, shopping, and more.
The North Carolina State Fair is the largest 11-day event in North Carolina, attracting more than 800,000 attendees. The Fair hosts many diverse musical acts, numerous food vendors, games booths and carnival rides, commercial and agricultural exhibitors.
Today, the State Fair has become a traditional fall-time event that aims to educate all North Carolinians about the importance of agriculture to NC’s heritage.