The North Carolina State Fair is approaching, and fairgoers can expect to see some new rides and attractions this year. The fair, scheduled for Oct. 17-27 in Raleigh, will feature nearly 100 rides .

Not only does the N.C. State Fair have one of the largest assortments of amusement rides for an 11-day fair in North America, but the state also has some of the strictest laws for rides and inspect… ...

NC State Fair: North Carolina Department of Labor inspects nearly 100 rides. The North Carolina Department of Labor Inspectors only certify rides that meet the manufacturer's specifications 100%.

North Carolina’s State Fair returns runs Oct. 12-22. ... Riders enjoy the Air Maxx ride at the North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022.

North Carolina Department of Labor ride inspectors have been inspecting rides at the fairgrounds for weeks as ride owners and operators set up nearly one hundred rides for the state fair. It's ...

State inspectors began checking each ride on Tuesday before the North Carolina State Fair opens later this week. All fair rides are being inspected by experienced ride inspectors with the ...

RALEIGH, N.C.— The North Carolina State Fair first came to Raleigh in the 1850s. Back then, dazzling lights, fireworks, giant stuffed animals and wacky fair foods weren't yet on the menu ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — As the countdown is underway to the North Carolina State Fair, inspectors were out in full force testing out the rides on Tuesday. “As we go through we’re looking for ...

State inspectors began checking each ride on Tuesday before the North Carolina State Fair opens later this week. ... Throughout the years, there have been several injuries at the N.C. State Fair.

You're in luck — Western North Carolina's very own Mountain State Fair is returning in September. As the Friday, Sept. 6, start date approaches, it's time to grab tickets and start planning your ...

From food to rides to exhibits and more, here’s where we’ll drop everything you need to know to attend -- and make the most of -- the 2023 North Carolina State Fair. Step right up!