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Casey’s Clubhouse, Fire Safety Show and other ways to enjoy the Fair with young children

Coming to the Fair with young ones in tow? A little advanced planning can help you make the most of your day.  Here are some tips and not-to-be-missed activities for the elementary-aged and younger at the fair. Buy your tickets before the fair starts. Tickets can be purchased at Food Lion, online, the N.C. Museum of History, State Farmers Market and at Gate 9 at the Fairgrounds. It’s no fun to stand in line and purchasing in advance means designated fast-track admission at the entrance gate. Kids under six years old get into the fair free. However, with an Kiddieland…

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N.C. State Fair now serving Deep Fried B.I.N.G.O.

There’s always plenty to do at the N.C. State Fair. This year, why not add a little competition to the mix? Teams are invited to try their hand at Deep Fried Bingo. Grab a group of friends, set a time limit and head on out on the fairgrounds for some friendly competition. “For years we’ve had businesses call about bringing their office to the fair for team building,” said Sarah Ray, public information officer. “We have offered scavenger hunts for school groups, but never a good challenge for college kids or adults coming to the fair as a group.” For…

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