RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Final preparations are underway for the North Carolina State Fair, which opens its gates on Thursday. On Wednesday, state officials will conduct thorough inspections of the ...

When I was little, my dad would pick me up from elementary school for an “appointment” that involved eating a funnel cake the size of a person’s face, watching a cattle show and getting thrown around ...

Food and ride inspections are underway at the 2025 North Carolina State Fair, which runs Oct. 16 until Oct. 26. Before opening day, inspectors on Wednesday will examine nearly 100 rides, including all ...

The Texas State Fair has canceled the rodeo and pre-fair horse shows in 2026 after evaluating the 2025 fair programming. “While these events have played an important role at various points in our ...

It's that time of year to get turkey legs, see animals, get your face painted and ride all the roller coasters: Arizona State Fair season. This year, the fair has pulled out all the stops with over 60 ...