NC State Fair opens with record crowds
Thursday's attendance at the N.C. State Fair was 57,083, a new record for that day. The previous record was 50,327, set in 2015.
Posted — UpdatedThe draw of summer-like weather, and $1.50 admission offset the fact that gates did not open until 3 p.m. and the official opening ceremony was still a day away.
The State Fair began in 1853, but has not run 150 consecutive years. From 1861 to 1868, the fair was not held due to the Civil War and Reconstruction. Other breaks took place due events like World War II.
The fair runs through Oct. 22.
Exhibits
New exhibits this year include a spray paint artist doing a new mural each day. Ryan "ARCY" Christensen will be painting a large mural daily in the breezeway between the Graham Building ad Expo Center. Bubble Wonders, which will be located in Kiddieland, will include fun and educational bubble tricks.
Other roving exhibitors include the Dream City LotuSapiens, large lotus-like people near the flower and garden show, an Ostrich Rider near Gate 11 and a Chicken Rider near Kiddieland. Team Roc: The Ninja Experience will be performing martial arts daily behind the Scott Building near Gate 10.
New rides
New rides this year include the Air Raid, a 118-foot tower ride, the F5, a spinning pendulum ride, and the Dodgems Chop Shop, a giant bumper car ride. The children's rides Fun Tail Railroad, 4x4 Quads and the Circus Train are also new to the fair.
Unlimited ride wristbands are available for every day of the fair. Wristbands are available in advance online for $25. Once the fair starts, wristbands can be purchased for $35 online or on-site. Each wristband is good for one day and does not include the State Fair Flyer.
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