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North Carolina Mountain State Fair ferris wheel at sunset

Head to the Mountain State Fairā€™s website for the full schedule of events + shows.

Photo provided by NC Mountain State Fair

Finally. The NC Mountain State Fair returns to the WNC Ag Center Fri., Sept. 9-Sun., Sept. 18 for Ashevillians to get their annual fix of rides, games, exhibits + funnel cake. Special entry days include:

  • Tues., Sept. 13: Family Day ($20 unlimited rides for kids 12 and under)
  • Fri., Sept. 16: Senior Citizen Day (free for Ashevillians 65+)
  • Sat., Sept. 17: NC Education Lottery Day (free scratch + win ticket with ticket purchase ā€” must be 18+ to play)

Pro tip: Donā€™t miss NC Ag Star, a show to crown WNCā€™s next big vocal talent.*

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