FAIRS OF NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina State Fair - Raleigh - Mid-late October - Largest fair in the state; rides, concerts, livestock, fried food.
NC Mountain State Fair - Fletcher (near Asheville) Early-Mid September - Celebrates mountain heritage; crafts, music, agriculture.
Cleveland County Fair - Shelby - Late September-Early October - Strawberry Slam demolition derby, rides, and food.
Lenoir County Fair - Kinston - Early October - Livestock shows, local vendors, demolition derby.
Stanly County Fair - Albemarie - Late September - Summer Slam Derby, rides, food booths.
Alleghany County Fair - Sparta - Mid-Late September - Agricultural exhibits, MAD DOG derby award.
Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair - Lumberton - Early October - Regional farming focus, youth competitions.
Tri-County Fair - Brasstown - Late September - Jack Wimpey Memorial Derby, Racing events.