The North Carolina State Fair is approaching, and fairgoers can expect to see some new rides and attractions this year. The fair, scheduled for Oct. 17-27 in Raleigh, will feature nearly 100 rides .

Not only does the N.C. State Fair have one of the largest assortments of amusement rides for an 11-day fair in North America, but the state also has some of the strictest laws for rides and inspect… ...

NC State Fair: North Carolina Department of Labor inspects nearly 100 rides. The North Carolina Department of Labor Inspectors only certify rides that meet the manufacturer's specifications 100%.

The North Carolina State Fair opens Thursday at noon! RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- The North Carolina State Fair ends Sunday, October 23. Check out the full forecast before heading to the fair.

There’s something undeniably charming about a state fair — the smell of funnel cakes in the air, the echo of live music, and ...

North Carolina NC State Fair ride tickets have gone digital. Here’s how to ride and reload in 2023 By Kimberly Cataudella. Updated October 11, 2023 11:59 AM. READ MORE.

The North Carolina State Fair has the opportunity to be named the best state fair in the nation in the latest USA Today ...

State inspectors began checking each ride on Tuesday before the North Carolina State Fair opens later this week. All fair rides are being inspected by experienced ride inspectors with the ...

North Carolina's commissioner of labor said Thursday that she thinks only about 50 percent of the rides at the North Carolina State Fair will be available to fairgoers when the fair opens Friday.

RALEIGH, N.C.— The North Carolina State Fair first came to Raleigh in the 1850s. Back then, dazzling lights, fireworks, giant stuffed animals and wacky fair foods weren't yet on the menu ...

From food to rides to exhibits and more, here’s where we’ll drop everything you need to know to attend -- and make the most of -- the 2023 North Carolina State Fair. Step right up!