The N.C. State Fair is operating under Governor Cooper’s Executive Order 215: Lifting
COVID-19 Restrictions to Reflect New Public Health Recommendations. While face coverings are not required, we respect those who are continuing the practice of wearing face coverings in public settings. Click here for the full text of Executive Order 215.

 

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We're Back! Check below for important updates, forms and procedures as we prepare for the 2021 N.C. State Fair!

 

Interested in working at the N.C. State Fair? We're NOW HIRING! Check out the link below for the application package, and come on out to our next Job Fair on July 30-31!
Application Onboarding Package

 

COMPETITIONS - GENERAL AND LIVESTOCK
                 
Click on each book icon to browse this year's competitions!

 

COMPETITIONS - HORSE
October 6-10 – N.C. State Fair Hunter Jumper Show
Show Information:  www.trianglefarms.com (2021 info coming soon)
Register Online:  www.horseshowsonline.com

 

October 13-16 – N.C. State Fair Saddlebred Show
Show Information: www.FairSaddlebredShow.com (2021 info coming soon)
Register Online: www.HorseShowsOnline.com

 

October 18-24 – N.C. State Fair Minis, Mules, Donkeys, Draft, Extreme Trail, Open and Youth Shows
Show Information: www.equineeventplanning.com (2021 info coming soon)

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Get All Your Livestock Info Here!
pring 2021 Newsletter
July 2021 Newsletter

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As we alter our lives in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, take a look at some fun you can have from the comfort of home!

Check it out.

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Future N.C. State Fair Dates
October 14-24, 2021
October 13-23, 2022
October 12-22, 2023
October 17-27, 2024

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With over 500 events year-round, we've got just what you're looking for!
Click through for our events calendar.