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Dance Your Pants Off!
Dancing your pants off is easy to do when you’re a size 32″ and are wearing a size 60″ pair of pants! Thankfully the winner of the “Subway Pants Dance Revolution” had an extra pair on underneath the ones he ripped off halfway through the show. And yes, in spite of the sound of things, [...]
Bring your tissues to watch the 82nd Airborne Chorus…
… because they’ll bring tears to your eyes. Not only do they sing beautifully, but they’re in uniform when they do it. And when your country’s at war and you know half the people watching have family and friends overseas fighting right now… well you’d have to be the tin man to make it through [...]
Tractor Pull: It’s An Easy Ride
Too tired to walk the fairgrounds? That’s OK. You can take the Tram.
For your convenience, and for those of you with kids, who have trouble walking or may just be too tuckered out from riding The Claw over and over again, the Tram offers free rides throughout the fairgrounds.
Craftsmanship To Be Judged At Thursday Carpenter Contest
RALEIGH, N.C. — The N.C. Department of Labor will hold a contest for apprentice carpenters on Thursday at the N.C. State Fair.
Apprentices will compete in the 23rd Annual Carpentry Apprentice Contest from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Commissioner of Labor Cherie Berry and Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler will present awards to the winners at [...]
State Fair Dollar Menu!
Money is tight for everyone this year, and the State Fair can get expensive. When you consider ticket prices, rides, games, and food… the dollars add up pretty quickly. But not at the booth for the North Raleigh Optimist’s Club. EVERYTHING at their booth is just $1! Granted, the menu is a bit limited (see photo [...]
Economic Friendly Ways To Enjoy Fair
The North Carolina State can be a drain on your wallet any year, but with the economy in a downward spiral in 2008, many families are feeling the effects even more.
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Our “tip-off” from the man in-the-know…
Public Affairs Officer Brian Long takes such good care of us (and you!). Everyday he sends out a little “tip sheet” with what to look out for at the Fair that day. Today’s events include “Military Appreciation Day”, a big Fair anniversary, some boogeying… and more! Read on to see what Brian clued us in [...]
“Smithfield the Painting Pig-casso”
I have now officially seen it all. And if you caught our live stream today of “Smithfield the Painting Pig-casso,” now you have too. If you missed this pig-tastic show, however, don’t worry. Smithfield performs (ahem… allows the world to witness his art in progress) daily at 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm. You can find him right next [...]
Looking For Some Bling? Outfitted At The Fair
Wondering where you can buy some of those neon, plastic sunglasses from the 1980s?
Look no more. The fair has you covered.
Perched every few meters you can find a stand hawking everything from Elvis on velvet paintings to faux jewelry and feather hair accessories.
Shop On!
Scenes From The State Fair
On a crisp fall morning, I had the chance to visit the N.C. State Fair for the first time this year. Despite the economic crunch that we are all experiencing, the fairgrounds seemed to be buzzing with excitement.
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Local Artists Showcase Their Work
The Kerr Scott Building at this year’s fair is home to several displays, showcasing the work of local artists.
Art buffs can check out aisles of paintings any time, and get this, it’s free.
Fun and cheap, we love it!
Robots, Washboard Willie Entertain The Masses
As you stroll the makeshift streets at this year’s fair, you never know who or what you might see.
For starters, Page Crawford and I stumbled across an interesting gentleman. Washboard Willie was his name and music was his game.
Mr. Willie walks the fairgrounds from the time gates open at 8 a.m., talking to fairgoers, singing [...]
Have You Ever Seen A Pig Race?
If not, you’re missing out.
Each day at the N.C. State Fair, the Circle C Racing Pigs put on quite a show near Gate Nine. And, it’s a blast.
It’s not just pigs either, but ducks and goats chase after a beloved prize-Cheese Doodles.
The emcee is lively, often picking people from the crowds to cheer on the [...]
Today’s “Tips” From The N.C. State Fair
The Flower and Garden competition handed out its highest honors yesterday. The Arthur K. Pitzer Award, awarded to the best blue ribbon winner in the garden division, was given to the Wakefield High School horticulture program for its Patchwork Quilt Garden.
The Commissioner of Agriculture Award, given to the best exhibit in the Flower and Garden [...]
N.C. Highway Patrol Goes Old School
If you get a chance to come out to the N.C. State Fair, you’ve got to check out the North Carolina Highway Patrol’s exhibit.
First, they’ve got a helicopter, and if you’re nice, they will let you touch it. Second, if you’re nice, you can ask them questions about traffic stops like …
“If I see you [...]
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