The Top 4 Amazing Can’t-Miss Fairs in North Carolina

Aug 4, 2016

The Top 4 Amazing Can't-Miss Fairs in North Carolina North Carolina abounds in beauty and natural diversity. The people are as dynamic as the terrain. Fairs give natives and visitors alike the opportunity to soak in each area and see what the community values. Vendors sell a range of food and crafts, and educators demonstrate how the wildlife population in each given area makes it unique. Take advantage of the upcoming fairs, and you will find that each one is as different as the population it services.

1. North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh, North Carolina

This October the state fair is bigger and better than ever before. Soar over the grounds on the SkyLift and get a great look at all that’s offered. Competitions are in abundance this fall especially for the youth. Encourage your child’s creativity in the Kids’ Sugar Cube Building Contest, the Team Cake Decorating Contest, the Pre-Engineering Mobile Robotics Contest, or the Choral Competition for middle and high school choirs. Risk takers choose the Daredevil package, which includes six ride sheets and two admission tickets for only $72, a $56 reduction from the gate price.

2. Rotary Arts and Crafts Fair in Cashiers, North Carolina

Gather for two days of excitement at Cashiers Village Green on September 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Savor hot dogs, veggie burgers, and hamburgers sold at the concession stand. Visit the 60-plus sellers of art, furniture, clothing, jewelry, pottery, condiments, and jams and jellies. This year’s festivities are free, but donations are appreciated. All proceeds support the Cashiers Rotary Club Charities which benefit non-profit groups in the community.

3. Lee Regional Fair in Sanford, North Carolina

The 79th annual edition of this event runs September 13 through 18. Kids will love the Agri-Puppets’ live show of singing, bubbles, and answering questions. These loveable characters teach how crucial farming, agriculture, and livestock are. Meet Dakota and Friends Dinosaurs during an interactive show on Sunday. If you like adventure, the Demolition Derby or Mud Bogging provide amusement for those who like to keep their adrenaline pumping. Gold and Silver medalist Lisa Dufresne performs Horses Horses Horses!! Her crew of 14 horses is highly trained and delight diverse audiences as they waltz, walk on two legs, bow, and more.

4. Mountain State Fair in Fletcher, North Carolina

Every evening from September 9 through 18 enjoy the live entertainment lineup. From cloggers to bands, you can’t miss out on the opportunity to witness such amazing local talent. See the website for special offers and discount tickets. Shoppers haste to take in the 45,000 square feet of the Chevrolet Event Center filled with venders and exhibits. Hands-on animal exhibits like the Mooternity Ward, the birthing center for calves, and The Barnyard, where animals are on display, allow even city slickers to get a feel for the country life. The Livestock Competition is also an integral part of the fair.

Consider broadening your horizons by competing in some of the events presented at these fairs. Not only will you meet a slew of new friends, you will benefit the community by contributing to the local economy. If you’re not the competitive type, try volunteering in a capacity that fits your comfort level.

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