The NC State Fair is fast approaching us so I wanted to take a minute to remind you of the opportunities that your 4-H’es can participate in at the State Fair. The State Fair dates are October 13 – 23, 2022.

You can view the premium book online.

For the other Entry Deadlines - please refer to the Deadlines listed under each section.

For our deadline for 4-H Crafts, Exhibits, Entomology, Photography, Haybales, etc. Haybales have a specific time to decorate.  Entry Deadline: September 15, 2022.

A reminder that we have lots of activities going on during the week of the fair

4-H Youth Development - 4-H Competitions

4-H Entry items must be at the Fair by Monday, October 10 by NOON.  We are open 8-Noon this day.

See this section for specifics on dates you can bring your items.

 Please note that items must be brought to the State Fair and you must allow time to COMPLETE your entry process by Noon –So please don’t wait until the last minute to bring them.  The fairgrounds even open on the weekend prior to the Fair. 

Any 4-H’er can enter the following categories

4-H Crafts

4-H Photography

4-H Entomology

*4-H Hay Bale Decorating ( 1 per county – must be submitted by county 4-H agent.)