Activation = Results at the N.C. State Fair

Looking for a unique idea to increase your visibility? The N.C. State Fair is the ideal place to drive awareness to your brand. As the largest event in the state, each day of the fair offers new opportunities to reach the customers you are looking for. Built for flexibility, we're ready to put our heads together to create a package that meets your goals. Sponsorships can include: title sponsors of music stages, educational exhibits, competitions, buildings, carnival rides, full days of the fair, event signage, discounted ticket offers, fireworks and more. Reach out for more information, and let's get started! We also have opportunities for both year-round sponsorship as well as sponsorship of our annual Got to Be NC Festival in May.

Want to learn more about our fairgoers demographics? Download our 2023 Fairgoer Insight Report to see how we match up with your target audience.

Time to Shine

All sponsorships and mobile marketing options have the opportunity to include the following benefits and exposure within their package:

• Inclusion in N.C. State Fair daily schedule
• Website recognition and links
• Logo display on our roadside LED marquee
• Additional square footage for signage
• Admission tickets, parking and hospitality

A Little Extra Sparkle

Want to add the wow factor to your custom package, setting you apart from the pack? We've got unique options available including, but not limited to:

• Social media contests like "Fair Fan Photo of the Day" will expand your digital footprint and drive brand awareness and traffic to your site.
• Targeted email blasts to our listserve of over 134,000 engaged users.
• "Meet Me at the Waterfall" with your brand displayed on our iconic meeting spot.
• The largest traveling Ferris Wheel in North America has naming rights availability with LED screen.
• Looking for somewhere people are resting? Our picnic areas are the perfect spot.
• Want to be all over the fairgrounds? Our selfie spots will fit that bill!

Join our tradition by becoming a sponsor of the 2025 N.C. State Fair, October 16-26, by emailing Kent Yelverton at kent.yelverton@ncagr.gov

Applications are for consideration of space only, and do not guarantee you a location in the fair. Space is in great demand with a less thant 5% turnover. If chosen to be part of the North Carolina State Fair, you will be notified by telephone.  We are looking for products that we do not have at the fair; something different, unique and attractively presented.  No further communication will be exchanged with you until or unless an opportunity presents itself.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for vendor/exhibitor space, we ask for all applications and color photos of your booth set-up to be mailed to Letrice Midgett, 1010 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699. Photo(s)/Samples of your product will not be returned.

DEADLINE: July 1, 2025

2025 North Carolina State Fair Application Instructions

2025 North Carolina State Fair -- Indoor Vendor Application

2025 North Carolina State Fair -- Outdoor Vendor Application

2025 North Carolina State Fair -- Supplier Vendor Application

Questions? Contact Letrice Midgett, commercial space administrator at letrice.midgett@ncagr.gov.

Payment Instructions for Approved Vendors, Exhibitors and Suppliers.

Approved vendors and exhibitors can conveniently pay online by visiting https://www.ncstatefair.org/EventProConnect. Accepted payment methods include Visa, MasterCard and American Express.

To proceed with the payment, please use your invoice number and validation code, which can be found on your invoice