We can smell the funnel cake already. Now in its 30th year, the NC Mountain State Fair returns to the WNC Ag Center next week, running Friday, Sept. 6 through Sunday, Sept. 15. And there’s plenty of fun to be had — like seeing live music at its Mountain Music Fest, watching cooking competitions, and cheering on the swimming pigs.
Tickets are available in person or online for $5-$7, but check out the schedule for special days where students, seniors, and service people can get free admission.
What’s new this year
- An expanded food area with more local food trucks
- Addition of the NC Pottery tent, as well as new exhibits to explore in the expo
- New acts Hillbilly Bob, magician TJ Hill, and an acrobatic circus
- More rides to explore (Pro tip: You can ride all 35 as many times as you want with the unlimited ride special.)
