RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Every year, crowds of people head to Raleigh seeking the spins, speed and heights of amusement rides at the North Carolina State Fair. “To me, it’s like astronaut ...

Tuesday was rides inspection day by North Carolina Department of Labor. Safety is the top priority when it comes to the State Fair, especially the rides. Inspectors with the North Carolina ...

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.

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. The North Carolina State ...

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 ...

Oct. 25, 2013— -- Three people remain hospitalized in good to critical condition after a ride at the North Carolina State ... ride has been at the N.C. State Fair," according to the release.

As the North Carolina State Fair gears up to open this week, state inspectors are diligently checking nearly 100 rides to ensure the safety of visitors. State inspectors on Tuesday began the ...

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. The NC State Fair ...

As you walk through the luminous Midway and past the swirling, musical rides this month, take a quick step back in time and remember the simpler origins of the North Carolina State Fair.

Courtney Stegall,12, left and pal Scarlett Harris,13 ride the Ring of Fire at the North Carolina State Fair Thursday Oct.18, 2007. The girls were visiting the fair from Cornerstone Christian ...

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 ...