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2026 N.C. State Fair

Date: Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Time: See website for daily hours

Venue: Various Locations in Raleigh, Raleigh

Price: See website for ticket information

Category: Family

The largest annual event in the state, the N.C. State Fair draws one million visitors through the gates each October. Eleven days of high-flying rides, deep-fried foods, live music, stunt shows and other entertainment (including nightly fireworks) has been a can't-miss event for generations of families—the 2025 version of the N.C. State Fair marks the 157th year of the event!

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2026 N.C. State Fair

“Check the website before you go to confirm daily hours and ticket prices.”

When
Oct 15
Thu, Oct 15, 2026
See website for daily hours
Where
Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
See website for ticket information
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The 2026 N.C. State Fair is an eleven-day autumn festival in Raleigh featuring rides, deep-fried food, live entertainment, and nightly fireworks. If you are planning your visit, check the official website for daily hours and ticket pricing. The event takes place at various locations in Raleigh starting Thursday, October 15, 2026. You can expect a massive scale of entertainment, including stunt shows and live music performances. This is a solid weekend choice because it combines classic carnival rides with traditional entertainment that has entertained local generations for over 150 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the 2026 N.C. State Fair start?
The fair begins on Thursday, October 15, 2026. You can check their website for the specific daily hours.
What kind of entertainment is scheduled for the fair?
The event features high-flying rides, stunt shows, live music, and fireworks every night.

Last updated

See website for ticket information

Oct 15

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Schedule

2026 N.C. State Fair runs Thu, Oct 15, 2026, See website for daily hours.

Getting There

The listing doesn't name one place, so check the official event page for where to go.

What to Bring

  • Tickets or entry money — admission is See website for ticket information

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