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Winners announced in giant pumpkin and watermelon competitions

With a little help from a forklift and a crane, some of the largest pumpkins and watermelons in the world were weighed in at the N.C. State Fair on Tuesday. Growers waited in anticipation to see if their giant would weigh more than the last.

Weigh-off for the giant pumpkin and watermelon contest to be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Agri Supply Expo Center

WHO/WHAT: Giant pumpkins and super-sized watermelons will settle the great debate on which is the largest when they hit the scales at the weigh-off for the N.C. State Fair Great Pumpkin/Watermelon competition.

Opening ceremony for the 2024 N.C. State Fair is Friday at 11 a.m. in the Tobacco Pavilion

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Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler will officially open the 156th N.C. State Fair with a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony.

N.C. State Fair adds new entertainment and rides, marks return of popular acrobatic act and a park-and-ride option

RALEIGH – The 2024 N.C. State Fair is busy getting ready for fairgoers and visitors will find a mix of new entertainment joining popular returning acts plus the addition of a two new amusement rides at this year’s fair.

State Fair Cares link opens to accept hurricane relief donations

Last weekend to enjoy The Raleigh Market before it closes to prepare for N.C. State Fair

           North Carolina’s longest tradition is just around the corner – the N.C. State Fair. This weekend will be the last weekend for the flea market before the fairgrounds close to the public to allow for fair preparations.

N.C. State Fair announces 2024 Farm Families of the Day

RALEIGH – The N.C.

Show off your cooking skills at the 2024 N.C. State Fair Home Chef Challenge

The N.C. State Fair is known for its tasty treats and promotion of local commodities and other national products. One of its featured events highlights those specialties in the form of fun, family-friendly cooking challenges.

Application period open for the N.C. State Fair Farm Family of the Day program, presented by Tractor Supply Company

RALEIGH – The N.C. State Fair is again looking to recognize 11 farm families during the fair through the Farm Family of the Day program presented by the Tractor Supply Company.  One family will be recognized each day of the fair. 

Advance tickets on sale now for 2024 N.C. State Fair

RALEIGH – Now is the time to save money and get a jump on planning your trip to the 2024 N.C. State Fair, happening Oct. 17-27 in Raleigh. Advance tickets can be purchased online now until Oct. 17.