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Winners announced for tickets to N.C. State Fair

POSTED BY
Jody Mace

UPDATE: This contest has ended, and the winners have been emailed. If this is your name, make sure to reply with your mailing address within 24 hours, so that we can get you the tickets in time! If we don’t hear from you within that time period, the tickets might need to go to someone else.

We are only listing the first name and first two letters of the last name, for privacy.

  • Leanne We…
  • Hillary Ju…
  • Maria Mi…
  • LaToyha Sa…

If you are not one of these four people, there will be another way to win! Follow Triangle on the Cheap on Facebook! We will be posting at random times over the next day or two, and the first person to email in response to each post with their mailing address will receive 10 admission tickets and 20 ride tickets!

The N.C. State Fair takes place October 17 to 27, 2024, and is the highlight of the year for many North Carolinians. We’ve put a list of the new foods AND ways to save at the N.C. State Fair! (Fried hazelnut croissant, anyone?)

Want to win free N.C. State Fair admission and ride tickets? We’ve got several to give away, and it’s easy to enter!

There will be multiple winners, and each will win 10 admission tickets and 20 ride tickets!

pile of ride tickets for N.C. State Fair

Enter to win N.C. State Fair Tickets

UPDATE! The contest has ended. The winners are listed above. We’ll be giving away more tickets on Triangle on the Cheap’s Facebook page, so make sure to follow!

To enter, scroll down and leave a comment to this post! Make sure to enter with your real name, and an email address that you frequently monitor! (Your email address will not be shown publicly.) I will randomly select several winners on October 15.

Make sure you never miss an opportunity like this — subscribe to Triangle on the Cheap’s daily newsletter!

I will email you and you’ll need to respond within 24 hours with your mailing address. It’s important to respond right away, because I physically have the tickets and need to mail them to you. You probably will not get them in time for opening day of the fair, but they should arrive in time for you to use them!

The email will come from jody@triangleonthecheap.com, so please make sure to check your spam folder, or even better, whitelist that email address so that it doesn’t get sent to the spam folder.

If I don’t receive your mailing address within 24 hours, the tickets might have to be given to someone else.

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    • J west says

      Triangle on the Cheap has shown us so many cool activities in the trinagle. Our first read every morning & we’d love to take our 2 kids to the fair!

          • Alison James says

            My son’s artwork is going to be featured at the State Fair this year, so we are hoping to go as a family for the first time to see his self portrait displayed and have some fun!

      • Falicia Davis says

        New to the area would love to experience the fair with my kiddos. Also we love this site because it helps us to find fun cost friendly activities for families with one child or with multiples like myself. This is my go to when we’re planning for the week(ends).

    • Taryn Smith says

      I love the fair! My son would just freak out! He’s four and hasn’t ever been yet so this year would be our first!

      • Jasmaine Brodie says

        Love the state fair and so do my children ! Fun rides and great food! Highlight of our year

    • Manuela Hutter says

      We love the state fair a lot but couldn‘t go the last years… so we are excited to do so this year😊

    • Karen Winters says

      The ferris wheel is still my favorite fair ride!! Love the N.C. Fair! Thanks for the contest to win tickets!

    • Jennifer Hinnant says

      Yes Melinda you’re correct I love this time of year and my son wasn’t able to go the past 2 years because of illness but this year I’m going to make sure we go. I love the fair I want a gigantic turkey leg all the other new food didnt sound very appetizing😊😊😊

    • Donna Woodson says

      Triangle on the Cheap has been the best information about what’s going on in the Triangle. We check it a couple of times a week to make plans. The State Fair always seems amazing. It’s been more than 20 years since we’ve had the chance to go! Looking forward to seeing all the best NC and North Carolinians have to offer.

    • Kimbly Pittman says

      My husband and I love ❤️ the NC State Fair. Our son who lives in NJ makes sure he is off work so that he can attend. We are looking forward to it this year to see all the new foods and rides.

    • Monica Morris says

      I have been here 7 years and last year was my first time taking the kids and I missed a lot of stuff I would love to go this year.

    • Shelia Woodall says

      Have not been to the state fair in years. Looking forward to trying some if the new foods.

    • Sriram Ravindran says

      Jody this is the first time I am planning to take my family to the state fair. My 2kids and wife will definitely enjoy the rides and food. Most importantly I want them to enjoy the NC culture and meet people.

    • Korrin C says

      I’m new to North Carolina and missed the fair last year by a week. I am so excited to go this year and free tickets would be the best news!

  3. J West says

    Triangle on the Cheap has shown us so many cool activities in the triangle. Our first read every morning & we’d love to take our 2 kids to the fair!

  4. Megan Shaddox says

    Excited for the fair this year! I’ve entered the cast iron cornbread contest for the 21st… with me luck!!

    • Allison Cox says

      This would be amazing! We have not been but once since we moved here as I got sick after a surgery gone wrong. Would love to be able to take my kids and grandbaby

  5. Ciara says

    This giveaway is AMAZING! Thank you for offering such a generous opportunity to attend the NC State Fair! Keep showing us how to explore the Triangle & NC on a budget. Fingers crossed.

  8. Mandy Gray says

    Wow, thanks for doing this! Love your site. Now if only the church biscuits were still at the fair!

  10. Mary McClure says

    I have lived in NC for years and never been to the fair. Looking forward to going this year.

    • Utef Williams says

      Same here been here all my life and never been and it’s always here for my birthday. Would love to win so that I can take my kids.

  13. Lisa Roman says

    Thank you for this opportunity. We love going to the state fair. Its so much fun to check out all the new food options, ride the rides, and watch the fireworks at the end of the night.

  18. Kim Cofer says

    Thank you for doing this! I am hopeful because I want to take both my grown daughters and their significant others! What an awesome fall treat!

  22. Joy Hufnagle says

    Looking forward to going to the fair this year to see all the exhibits and try some new food!

  25. Lindsay says

    We haven’t been to the fair since 2019! We now have another baby who has never been so it would be so nice to go as a family! 😊

  30. Raquel Lee says

    We would love an opportunity to win tickets…last time we went my son tried to win me a prize at the basketball hoops, he said he wants to redeem himself! Lol

    • Jeff Hartzheim says

      The NC State Fair is always a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the weather, people, food and culture. Looking forward to it.

  33. Laura Holmes says

    I would love these to take my clients with brain injuries. They aren’t able to work so even minimal entry fee is a barrier for them to enjoy this amazing annual staple.

  35. Sherry Zazi says

    The State Fair is wonderful every year! Excited to see it this year. I so enjoy Triangle on the Cheap and look forward to reading it!

  40. Mohana priya says

    We love the Nc state fair it will be great if I get the tickets for my kids to have fun

    • Daisy says

      HELLO, NC STATE FAIR! IVE never attended the fair and anticipate being there to partake this year. I’ve heard Great things about the foods from different family members from last year!

  42. Brianne Hector says

    Would love to have the opportunity to take my kids to the fair. They’ve not been since being old enough to actually do things. 💜

  43. Paula Storey says

    We have gone every year for the past 30yrs! We love the culture, agriculture, and all the wonderful things our littles learn about there. Always an educational experience ♥️

    • Jack B. Horton, Jr says

      I can’t wait to go this year! This will be my first year experiencng the fair as a DAD! I’m excited to see through festivities through my foster son’s eyes!

  45. Rebecca West says

    We love the state fair! Family of 6 that loves to try all the funky foods! Also excited to check out OXOXK performing on Saturday 10/20!

  46. Betsy A. says

    I follow you for Charlotte on the Cheap and just learned you do Triangle on the Cheap! My daughter is at NC State so I was excited to sign up for this page too!

  48. Serena Bass says

    I love the fair!!
    I’m getting married on the 27th of this month and would love to go to the fair with my family before they travel back home.
    Thank you for this opportunity ❤️

  50. Kaitlyn says

    We’ve never been to the NC state fair and would love to experience it as a family this year! 😍

  51. Eleanor Waterman says

    We have a daughter with special needs who loves going to the fair! It’s one of her favorite things every year!

    • Laura says

      This would be our first time taking our 4 little kids to the fair! Thanks for doing this giveaway

  55. Julie Atkinson says

    We looove going to the state fair it has become a tradition. This year has been hard on us but we are looking forward to some fun at the fair. This would be very nice to win with 5 girls and two adults it sure isn’t cheap.

  58. Krista says

    Thank you for the opportunity and for all of the fun, inexpensive things to do. It really helps me to still keep us involved! 🫶🏾

  59. Debbie Overby says

    I would love to go I’m 67 years old and have never been would love to take the kiddos and enjoy this event thank you for allowing this event to be accessible to me

  62. Berenice says

    I’d love to go with my big family and have a great time. Excited to for the rides and food (: thanks for the chance!

  65. Savanna Kingsley says

    I love triangleonthecheap.com they are very helpful would love to receive 2024 nc state fair tickets thanks in advance

  67. Timolyn Tillman says

    The NC State Fair is a family tradition passed down from my parents. We attend every year.

  68. Maria Sanchez says

    Sure hope I get picked as one of the winners. Money has been extra tight due to paying two college tuition’s this year. Would love to take my my middle school girl since I haven’t taken her out much.

  72. Karla Curington says

    Our fair is the best! Love going with teens and their friends! I scope out all the food (Peachey’s!!!) while they risk their lives on rides. Would love to win because you know teens… $$$. 😜

  78. Keneshia P. says

    We haven’t been to the state fair since 2019. It’s been a while & my kids are now older so they REALLY can enjoy it now. We also would like to send our appreciation to Triangle On The Cheap for always posting & informing everyone on budget-friendly activities for the whole family. ☺️

  81. Hillary June says

    We’ve never been to the fair here, but would love to go! Thanks for all the great info you share!

  84. Naomi Thompson says

    *Feeling lucky! Nothing kicks off Fall like the State Fair! Ready for my turkey leg & Candy Apple!

  87. ADRIENNE EDWARDS says

    What fun! My kid’s just had a blast at the wayne county fair. They’d love the state fair even more!

  88. Rob Stern says

    I love Triangle On The Cheap like a fried OREO, a Twinkie dipped in chocolate and anything you can eat on a stick! Thanks for the chance!

  89. Precious says

    This will be the first year in several years where I’m able to attend the State Fair. Looking forward to trying some of the new foods and a couple of my rides. I was pregnant/sick in previous years but not this year lol! 🙌🏾

  91. Cal Yuen says

    We are just moved from an eastern foreign country. I’m really appreciate the opportunity of free tickets!

  92. Avery Edwards says

    My boyfriend and I are both in grad school and we would love this opportunity to go to the fair since we will probably not be able to afford it otherwise! This website has helped us find so many fun activities to do while money is tight for us!

  93. Azalia Guerra says

    Triangle on the Cheap has shown us so many cool activities in the trinagle. My go to when I’m looking for an activity for my son and me

  94. Jessica Roman says

    My family of four loves the fair! And SUBSCRIBE to this newsletter!! You’ll know about events happening in this area!!

    P.S. I would love to win the tickets for my family. I also have my father and stepmom coming from Puerto Rico this weekend to celebrate my son’s birthday. They have never been to the NC state fair and I would love to take them.

  95. Clara Cooke-Stewart says

    Love the fair, we try to make it every year to take the kiddos to enjoy the rides and foods.

  96. Albert Acosta says

    Hello im my family and i just moved to north carolina and it would be cool to go to the fair

  98. C Lee says

    I’m fairly new to the area and have never been to the Fair. I would love to win tickets and see the exhibits and enjoy the food and some rides. It’s an experience I would love to have and share with family, if I’m lucky enough to win.
    Thank you

  99. Damien Winston says

    Thanks for the help even if I’m not selected but I recently had several relatives move from MD to NC and this would be a great trip for us to take together. *fingers crossed*.

  102. David Johnson says

    I’ve lived here 14 years and have never been to the fair. I plan to go this year. Excited!

  105. Bridgett Switzer says

    To take on the State Fair again since my children were small to grown now, would be a reunion. Together taking on the rides, foods ,games etc. This would be amazing!

  110. Daffney Shirley says

    I’d love to be able to take my grandkids. The youngest has never been to the fair!

  115. Devin Reavis-Nolasco says

    Wanting to go with my kids for the first time for my husband’s birthday. So excited!

  118. Kleyder Power says

    This will be our daughter’s first time going to the fair. Can’t wait for her to have a great time.

  119. Tanisha Brinson says

    It’s been over 15 years since I’ve been to the state fair. I have 4 daughters and 1 step daughter and yes we would love to win tickets for fair. Fingers crossed 🤞

  122. Cheryl Riley says

    My favorite thing at the State Fair is the honey cotton candy! If I go, my first stop is Bobbee’s Honey Booth.

  125. Gigi De La Torre says

    I grew up going to the fair every year with my dad. I would love to take my kids to keep the tradition!

  126. Ashley Hernandez says

    I would really love to win tickets for my Family and I. This would be an amazing Birthday Gift!

  128. Lisette Borges says

    I’ve missed the fair due to illness the past few years so it’ll be great to go this year.

  131. Michelle Trogdon says

    I would love a chance to win! Thank you for offering this opportunity. I hope I am a winner I haven’t been since I was a kid and I am 49 now. My grandfather took my cousins my sister and myself and we got to skip school that day. It was the best unofficial field trip.

  133. Randi Galloway says

    Yes I would love to go with my children, we have never been. It would be a great experience!

  136. Dominique says

    I would love to win tickets to the fair this year especially for my Five year old. Last week a guy ran the stop sign and hit us head on. Totaled my car and my Five year old got his head split open. He has been so brave. Went through surgery great. He has kinda of a big scar now healing up and a little self conscious about it. I remind him he is still handsome and will heal and he is so brave! And that we are blessed to survive that horrible crash. This would mean the world to us! ❤️❤️ We only been once when we moved down to NC last year! Thanks for offering this opportunity!!

  140. Kelly Godfrey says

    We love to take my granddaughter to the fair. We have missed the last several years, so it’s time to go again! Thank you

  141. Ashley Lynn says

    I’m so ready for the new food vendors and can’t wait for my traditional fav-fried oreos 😋

  146. Jon Shaw says

    Our little family of 3 with a 4 3/4 year old would LOVE to go! The little one is SO excited to go, it would be awesome to get free tickets!

  154. Destiny Turner says

    I would love to go! I’ve never been to a state fair!! I couldnt attend the local fair from my city due to hurricane helene.

  157. Willie Bottoms says

    The last time I went to the fair was right before the shutdown. We had so much fun and look forward to an opportunity to go again this year in 2024. Would love to go with my family as a group outing again.

  159. Priscilla Bamberg says

    I would love to take my niece and nephew to the fair. We just love going and spending time with each other.

  162. Sandra Borre says

    Love the State Fair! My grandson is getting a little bit older, to which he might enjoy it!

  164. Megan W says

    This website has been super helpful when I have out of town family members visiting. I appreciate everything being together in one place and there are a variety of events posted. Keep up the great work!!! Winning this contest would be a bonus! 🙂

  166. Wendy Jebens says

    Thanks for this blog – we’ve found a lot of cool stuff to do from your ideas! Can’t wait for the Sate Fair!

  167. Trisha Bowers says

    I’m so excited about all the new things at the fair this year and I have not bought tickets yet. Thanks for hosting this drawing!

  168. Wendy Jebens says

    Thanks for this blog – we’ve found a lot of cool stuff to do from your ideas! Can’t wait for the Sate Fair! It says my comment is a duplicate, but this is the first time I’ve entered- trying again.

  169. Paula Muhammad says

    I would love ti win tickets to the fair. I go for the food and my daughter loves the animals.

  172. Ashley Yon says

    I just moved to RDU and this will be my first time going to the fair with my family. I’m planning to attend on at least two different days to make sure we try all the food we want!!

  173. Tatiana Gutierrez says

    My kids ask all year for the fair, also we have family in town from Costa Rica and they will love it.

  177. Leslie says

    My daughter entered her first piece for competition: a crocheted turtle!! I would love to be able to take her to see it on display!

  180. Amy VanArkel says

    I would love to take the gbabes to the fair this year, free tickets would be amazing, thanks

  181. BCFSS says

    WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE AND WHY!!!
    Look forward to Who’s playing What’s new, When it is happening, Where it is and Why I should be there!

  183. Steven Paul Witt says

    Been going since 97 have only missed 2 years and one of those was covid. Can’t wait to be there this year.

  184. Shannon Barnhart says

    I’ve never been to the state fair before, but I’m looking forward to going this year!

  187. Fran Kamery says

    Triangle on the Cheap is a homeschooler’s absolute must. So many events in the area we wouldn’t have known about! The last time we went to the fair, my son was too small for rides. Now he’s 9 and wants to ride! I’m a local and went every year as a kid… Awesome to take my son and see the excitement through his eyes 😍🎆 Definitely check it out!!

  189. Yvonne Lemane says

    Everything is fun in the Triangle! Even contests like this! I am so grateful that I chose this area of North Carolina to relocate. Love the State Fair!

  190. Tanya Fortier says

    We’re new to NC and are so excited to experience the fair this year!

    Thank you Triangle on the Cheap for always keeping us in the loop with deals and activities! It’s been a blessing for us!

  191. Lucas Newton says

    Thanks for all these amazing lists and resources you put together! I’m thrilled there’s a state fair edition!

  192. LaToyha Sapp says

    We are new to the area and would love a chance to win tickets to see what all the hype is about for the NC State Fair.

  195. Janet Locklear says

    Haven’t been to the state fair since we moved back to NC in 2017. We are definitely trying to make it this year.

  197. Hayley Cepeda says

    We look forward to the NC State fair every year and would love a chance to win tickets!

  200. Rachel says

    I am taking my aunts to the state fair who haven’t been in over 10 years! They live in Alabama and are coming to visit specifically for the state fair!

  201. Tomekia S Bartee says

    Honestly, I go to the State Fair for the good eats!! I can’t wait for the fried Oreos, my fave!

  202. Nortorious Coleman-Taylor says

    I would love to be entered and considered to win a prize for the state fair. I’ve only been through the drive through version since moving to NC. thank you for considering me.

  205. Rose Souza says

    Triangle on the Cheap has so many cool activities listed in the triangle. I read it every morning!

  206. Arvis Bridges-Epps says

    NC State Fair has been an outing my family has done for years. I remember as a child attending with my cousins and now our children are attending. It’s something we look forward to each year. The exhibits are amazing and having an opportunity to see the livestock makes it much more exciting. It gives us an opportunity to have teachable moments.

  214. Jami Wright says

    Just moved to NC and your newsletter is the best for helping us find new things to do. Would love free tix to our first N.C. State Fair!

  215. KC Riley says

    We love Free and Cheap and read it every day. Would LOVE to go to the fair. Thanks for the chance to win!

  216. Gaby Rosado says

    Its my birthday this week and my friends are celebrating by going to the state fair a few days after so this would be a really nice treat! Thank you Triangle on the cheap!

  217. Ailsa Tessier says

    Would love to enjoy the State Fair again, after missing it for a few years – new foods to try, and so much more! Thanks for the chance to win!

  218. Andy Hare says

    The Fair is a go-to every year for us since moving to the Triangle, and we never go without checking the newsletter for all the details for around town. Thanks!

  219. Catina Barnes says

    We are so excited to visit the State Fair this year. This will be our sons first visit and we are overjoyed to share this experience.

  220. Gena Cotten says

    Being out of town and always looking to see what’s going around locally, triangle on the cheap gives the ins and outs of what’s taking place in surrounding communities. Thank you all for always keeping us in the loop.

  222. Mallory Altneu says

    Love these things to do lists! Read it every day to find the most up to date events in the area!! Would love to check out the vegan options at the fair 🙂

  224. Kara Bonneau says

    Racing Ironman 70.3 in Wilmington on Saturday and there’s no better way to replenish those burned calories than with food from the fair!

  226. Beth Prochaska says

    Would love to take my grandchildren to the fair. I enjoy checking TOTC for things to do in the triangle. Thank you for the informative emails!

  228. Audra Vann says

    I’ve never been able to go, and we have about six displaced Western NC residents who could really use a day of fun and foodie excitement in our area. It can’t replace their losses, but it can give them a short reprieve of entertainment. We’d love to go and take our boys, too.

  230. Heather Brown says

    Hoping we can get there this year if we win free tickets!! Our kids are finally old enough for rides and would LOVE to go. Thank you!

  231. Sally Chalkley says

    Would love to take my grandkids to the state fair! They love the rides and experiencing the foods!

  233. Mary Angelini says

    Would love to bring my employees who have Special Abilities, our warehouse is close to the fairgrounds!

  235. Sarah orme says

    I have never been to the fair but ensured my cookies into the competition this year!!! Would love to go!!!

  236. Chelsea Francis says

    I am looking forward to taking my kids to the fair this year, including my new daughter who has never been! Thank you for the opportunity!

  239. MarLynn White says

    My niece wanted to celebrate my birthday with her in Dallas a few weeks ago, and we went to the state fair. I had never been interested in any fairs, but we had a ball, and now I’m looking forward to going to the NC state fair this year!

  240. Angeni Miller says

    We love the fair! Can’t wait to try all the new foods this year! Would love free tickets!

  243. Joni Stephenson says

    I haven’t been to the fair in 10 or more years just because of life circumstances. I would love to win tickets so I could go before my health gets too bad to enjoy it. Thank you for your newsletter.

  244. Patricia M Hurlman says

    I have participated in many activities that I have found here and hope to go to the state fair with all the ins and outs of activities and savings I have learned!!

  245. Dawn says

    My daughter is headed off to college in 2025! My hubby and I would love to enjoy the fair with her one last time before she embarks on her own journey. I can already taste all the deep friend foods, the wind in my hair from the fun, crazy rides, and see all the smiles from fellow NC families enjoying the fair….would really love to go!!!

  246. Hannah S says

    I haven’t been to the fair in over 6 years while abroad. Growing up in the triangle it was my favorite part of fall. So many core memories!
    Can’t wait for fried Oreos and a caramel apple!

  247. Altrovise Hicks says

    I absolutely love the state fair, it always so full of fun and so many yummy new eats. Excited to see what the 2024 season brings.

  249. Kristen Johnson says

    Would love to take my 3 year old this year! Triangle on the cheap always has great suggestions!

  250. Melanie McMillan says

    The fair has always been a family tradition!!! Im looking forward to taking my children to the fair this year!!! ❤️🩷💜

    • Shamika Arrington says

      I was saying the same here for me and my kids they love the rides and also the food there

  252. Daniel Gray says

    Our family hasn’t been to the State Fair because we need to budget elsewhere. We’d LOVE the chance to go!

  253. Sharon Vas says

    Can’t wait to try some of the new foods this year. They look great; thanks for including pictures too.

  255. Michael McClenathan says

    Thanks for your awesome newsletter! We’d love some tickets to go to the fair this year!

  256. Leanne Westhoff says

    Would absolutely love a chance to visit the NC State Fair, never had the chance. Thank you Triangle on the Cheap for giving this opportunity and information on events. Good time I’m sure!

  260. Terri Kimzey says

    Looking forward to the NC State Fair. My sister and I take my parents every year. We love the exhibits, people, food, animals, all the things!

    Triangle on the cheap is a great resource to stay active and involved…keeps us informed!

  263. Derrico Cathey says

    Born and raised in NC and I’ve never been to the state fair all I want to know is where are the smoked turkey legs. Plan on taking my mini me so we can share this experience.

  266. Darci Chamberlain says

    I’ve never been to the state fair before, but I’m looking forward to going this year!

  268. Curtis Owens says

    So excited to visit the fair for the first time. Relocated here with my family for a job and I’m enjoying this community so much.

  271. Melanie Rodemann says

    We just moved to North Carolina in July, so this will be our first year at the Fair!!! We can’t wait! This newsletter has been so helpful for finding event and deals! Love it!!!

  272. Michele Saldanha says

    Who doesn’t like the fair. The food, the rides, the exhubits.. it’s a tradition!

  273. Tranell Guthrie says

    I am new to Raleigh and I don’t have social media. So this site has been sooooo helpful for me while exploring Raleigh! Great job!

  274. Quenita Gibbs says

    I have never been and would love to take my family so we could experience it for the first time together❤️🤞🏽

  276. Trish Luberda says

    As somewhat of a new transplant to NC, I would LOVE the opportunity to experience the NC State Fair and all it has to offer for the very first time!! So glad I subscribed very early on to Triangle on the Cheap because the activities and events it has given me privilege to is nothing short of outstanding!!

  278. Debbie Harrison says

    Love the fair and would love to take my extended family! Also love this site and all the suggested fun things to do!!

  281. Kristin Hicks says

    If we won the tickets we would get to go to the fair. Please pick us!! We would love to ride the rides, eat cotton candy and try the newest fried food!

  282. Megan Blalock says

    What you’re doing by giving back is awesome! I’d love some tickets & would be grateful!

  284. Jessica Summers says

    My oldest is 17 and I’ve been taking her since she was 4. My 4 year old hasn’t gone yet so maybe this is the year. Would love to save by winning tickets!

  285. Kristi Murray says

    The State Fair is one of our favorite traditions! I went every year growing up and now we take our boys every year. The memories from the fair will last a lifetime!

  286. Rebecca G King says

    I have been going to the fair every year since a kid and it always excites! I even entered something this year, can’t wait!

  291. Aaron Cline says

    We love the NC state fair and look forward to it every year! Always look forward to trying the new foods!

  293. Paula Edwards says

    I’m considering spending my birthday at the Fair on the 27th. It would be wonderful to win these tickets, so I’ll have more than enough money to spend on Amish donuts, kettle corn popcorn, candy apples, cotton candy, a bucket of hot and fresh chocolate chip cookies, and a Cuban egg roll or two. 🤭😁 Thanks for the opportunity and I hope everyone has a wonderful time at the Fair.

  296. Sherie Goldbach says

    I would love to win tickets so I can take my family to the fair. Thank you! Triangle On The Cheap is the absolute best!!

  298. Natushia Harris says

    I love this site it has given me the opportunity to experience and go to many activities with my kids and grandkids that I never knew existed. I am blessed to have my grandson in town for one more week. I would love to take him to the fair. It will be his first one ever I want her to eat ride and enjoy all the festivities that come along with the NC State fair.

  300. Tony harris says

    yes I would like to try a hazelnut croissant, a foot long hotdog, some steak bites, spicy Italian sausage, a root beer float, some home made ice cream, and some piiieee please!!!

  301. Gabrielle says

    I love the fair so much! It’s something I get excited about every year. From the atmosphere, animals, rides and amazing food it’s all awesome. I get giddy like a first snow.

  302. Misheema Morrissey says

    My favorite time of the year is State Fair season. The crowds, the cool temps, the food, the exhibits! It is so much fun and I would love to take my grandson.

  303. Misheema Morrissey says

    My favorite time of the year is State Fair season. The crowds, the cool temps, the food, the exhibits!

  305. Caroline Carpenter says

    North Carolina State Fair season is the best season! Thanks for doing this, Triangle on the Cheap!

  308. Ana Dobson says

    We’re looking forward to taking our little girl to the fair for the first time this year! Can’t wait!

  309. Tracie cunningham says

    I would live to go ! It would be our first time going. Moved up from Miami this year.

  314. Natalie Perez says

    I love the fair and seeing all the cute animals! Best time of year during the best month of the year!! 🙂

  316. Tawnshane Richardson says

    Me and my husband just finalized the adoption for our 3 kids twin boys and a little girl who would love this experience. I so grateful that they are finally mine and I want to show them everything. We would be so grateful for this blessing.

  319. Kathy McDanel says

    My girls and I would love to go to the fair…as a single parent, it is too expensive. Please consider us.

  320. Phil A M says

    I haven’t been to the NC State Fair but I’ve always wanted to come since I moved to NC in ‘22. Hope to get the chance this year.

  322. Michelle says

    I’ve never been to the State Fair and I’ve lived here a few years. I’d love to go! Thank you for the opportunity!

  324. Dee Dee Black says

    My friends and I love to eat our way through the fair every year! I am definitely eyeing that hazelnut croissant!

  325. Leyla Moavenzadeh says

    Thank you so much for offering this opportunity. My kids would be delighted to go and bring their friends!

  327. Katie Gehr says

    I have never been to NCs premier agricultural event, the State Fair. I would so much love to see this wonderful showcase of the state’s farming activities!

  330. Ronda Scheil says

    🍁🎡Beautiful cool week to visit the fair! Love the exhibits and food. 🧡🎡🎡

  331. Rachel Mertz says

    Triangle on the Cheap is my go-to publication for entertainment and to be in the know for the Triangle. It’s been years since I’ve had the opportunity to go to the fair. Thanks for offering this fun giveaway!

  333. Sylvia Wilson says

    Oh how I LOVE this time of year!!! I LOVE going to the State Fair and getting a caricature and most importantly eating the FOOD!!! I make it a tradition to eat something that I’ve never tried before. Last year was the Salmon Bites and hopefully this year I can try a Korean Corn Dog 😋 Big Back Season will be in full effect!

  334. Shannon Meyer says

    I already happily subscribe to your email. I also recommended it to a new-to-NC colleague from ND. I’ve been eagerly waiting for this year’s Fair ’cause it will be the first for our 10 & 13yo daughters. They’ve been asking for years to go and I told them this year we’re going! Any free tickets would be appreciated. I’m there for the food, they’re there to see the animals and the rides!

  335. Melissa Morrison says

    Since moving to the triangle, my son and I have been able to experience so many things in the area thanks To Triangle On The Cheap ! From local events to finding new parks. We’ve even made some friends along the way! As a single parent, Triangle On The Cheap has been a great resource for free and low cost activities. We are excited for all the upcoming Fall and Halloween events!

    We would love to go to State Fair as we’ve never been or had the chance to experience all the food, rides and exhibits. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to go and make some new memories together.

  336. Nancy Green says

    The State Fair was a favorite of mine as a child and teenager. We haven’t been since 2018. I would love to take my family and visiting friends to experience all the NC agriculture, fabulous artwork by students, amateurs and professionals, the Village of Yesteryear, rides and food. The best part of fall is the fair!

  338. Autumn Vasquez says

    I would love to win tickets! I can’t wait to eat a funnel cake and try the new foods!

  339. Maria Reck says

    Last time I went to the fair was many years ago, would love a chance to win tickets this time around.
    Thank you!

  340. Brooklyn Brooks says

    i have never been since i live in virginia, but i’ve heard from peers that it’s nice and they enjoyed it!

  341. Elizabeth Baier says

    Triangle on the Cheap has been such a great source of ideas for weekend events and activities! Thanks for all you do!

  342. Michael Felton says

    The NC State Fair is always an exciting event and a wonderful experience. I would love to share that experience with our consumers who have never had an opportunity to attend. It would be a memorable experience for them!

  344. Jordin B says

    haven’t been but heard from peers that they had an amazing time, nd would love to go with my family!!

  345. Melanie Davis-Oujua says

    Super excited for the fair this year! Can’t wait for the lights and the food and even the smell of the animals in the barnyard! Nostalgia!!!!

  350. Samantha Gundlapalli says

    We love the state fair! We come every year to try the new food and see the animals and prize winning produce.

  351. Geramii Woodrum says

    I would love to go and take my bestie to the state fair!!! I haven’t been in years but I love it! ❤️❤️❤️

  352. Kelly Darby says

    I can’t wait to go to the fair this year! I grew up going, and I haven’t been able to go back for several years!

  353. Leigh Sanders says

    I find something special to do in your newsletter every week. Thank you for curating so much fun for our family and for this generous opportunity to celebrate the State.

  354. Kristy Stevenson says

    Always enjoy your emails. Thanks for this opportunity. Would love to have the chance to go back to the Fair this year!

  355. Marcia N. says

    Love TriangleOnTheCheap emails so I know what’s happening. Would love State Fair tickets. Thanks!!

  356. Paulisha Dunston says

    Hello my 8 kids and I would love the opportunity to win tickets to the state fair, we haven’t been in a few years due to prices going up so I hope we are winners this year.

  359. Shalina Khan says

    My family has never been to the State Fair. We would love to take all of our children, especially because 2 of our children have a Birthday during the time the fair is open. I think it will be a great experience.

  360. Jennifer Baddour says

    This annual tradition got thrown off course with Covid, would love to take my now teen kids again! What a fun thing for yall to do!

  361. Gary Ferrell says

    I have not been to the NC State Fair in several years so I am looking forward to going this year. It brings back memories of going to the NC State Football Game and the NC State Fair afterward. Great times!!!

  363. Allison McLain says

    We would love to go to the fair. It sounds fun and the food would be yummy. Thanks for considering us.

  365. Kerry Prodorutti says

    My daughters and I have a tradition of going to the fair every year. And even though they can’t go on the same day this year – I will be going twice! Can’t break those special traditions! Would love to win these!!

  366. Adrian Vasquez says

    Absolutely love walking around and seeing all the different people. The food stands are definitely my favorite part.

  367. Jennifer Ross says

    I’ve never been to the state fair, but I’d love the opportunity to go! This is my niece’s first year living in North Carolina and it would be awesome to be able to take her there.

  368. Kruti Patel says

    Triangle on the Cheap has introduced us to a ton of awesome activities in the Triangle area. Always looking forward to the newsletter.

  369. Tyrell Scott says

    Almost nothing is better than a State Fair in the fall!!! Bring on the food, fun, people, and getting your steps in.

  370. Debbie Dickerson says

    10/14/24 at 11:18 am
    Debbie Dickerson
    I haven’t had the opportunity to go to the State Fair in 25 years.
    Boy, how Id like to go back ,just one more time in my old age.
    Please pick me..I’m a older lady and probably never get to go back to the fair again…
    Love your emails..

  372. Ocean Matthews says

    The NC state fair is a favorite fall event for my family! I’ve been every year but one since moving to Raleigh 22 years ago!

  376. Suzanna says

    Fried hazelnuts croissant?! Sounds so good , thank you for making a list of stuff to try! Will be my 3rd year visiting the fair! I’m so excited 🤩

  377. Maryam Tariq says

    I’m excited to go to the fair with all my friends, this will be my first state fair so I can only guess how large the event will be!!

  382. Hope Nance says

    I’ve lived in North Carolina for 8 years and never been to the State Fair. Maybe this year is the first Would love to enjoy the tradition. Perhaps the free tickets are an incentive. 😎

  383. Taqueena Hopson says

    I’ve been going to the NC State Fair since I was a kid! I would love to win some tickets so I can take my nephews and younger cousins!

  384. Felissa Hawkins says

    We look forward to going to the State Fair every year. I only went to the State Fair one time when I was a child. Now that I am grown, I try to go every year to make up for lost time.

  385. Wanda Lilly says

    We live in Raleigh and enjoy going to the State Fair every year. We love the exhibits, and hope the Hurricane Helene disaster in the mountains doesn’t affect the exhibits from people from the mountain region. I hope that some of the proceeds from the State Fair will go to aid these people. Last year, we didn’t attend the State Fair because of the parking situation, but we hope to do so this year. And my son has lost a lot of weight and plans to ride the rides this year. The NC State Fair is the best and is a great community and statewide celebration in North Carolina.

  386. Crystal says

    Please, I would love to win so that my sister and her family can go to the fair with us this year. They are having financial difficulties and cannot afford to go, if I win they would be able to go, thank you!

  387. TaSheba Dukes says

    Hi there!
    As always, TOTC is a fantastic resource for families looking for fun things to do in the Triangle. I’m a long-time subscriber and I especially appreciate the weekend event listings and absolutely love the Triangle Events Calendar (able to see all the events for the week and plan accordingly). TOTC is the BEST way to stay informed about local activities and events!
    Thanks, Jody, for all your hard work in bringing us Home Grown Happiness year after year!

  388. LouAnn Lee says

    I would love to win tickets for my son, Robert Lee and his wife Rosa. Between the two of them, they have five children and it can be very expensive to attend the NC State Fair. Thank you!

    LouAnn Lee

  389. Kitrice Carr says

    This will be my family and I first going. Also, love this website and thank you for all your hard work:)

  390. Robert Lee Carter says

    Sure would be nice to get back to the NC State fair after all of these years away!
    Lee

  394. Zina Mungo says

    I LOVE that the State Fair comes around my birthday every year! Hopefully I win free tickets, I’ll take my son so that he can go for his first time.

  395. Kim Stevenson says

    I’ve lived in North Carolina for 25 years and never made it to the state fair. I am on a fixed income and could never afford to go. I would love to take my kids and some of their friends that aren’t as fortunate to go either along with my grandson. I feel we would have a wonderful time there and would love to get the experience of going!! We don’t get to do much because I can’t afford it. We would have the time of our life there!! If I should be one of the lucky winners, I promise you would fulfill one thankful and grateful family!! I appreciate you giving the opportunity to win free tickets!!

  396. Desiree Gist says

    Desiree here & me and my son love going to the fair. We always try to go a few times a year. It is really awesome and I love the new foods!!

  402. Serena Jeter says

    The NC State Fair is a grrrreat way to kickoff the Fall Season with some yummy fall foods (corn, funnel cakes, footlong dogs and of course the deep fried desserts!!!!!

  403. Elizabeth King says

    I took my daughter every year from the age of 4 to 18. We loved the animals,rides,games,food,and concerts. Now my daughter is married with 3 little ones. I would love to be able to take them and experience it through my grand babies eyes🥰

  404. Tambi Nida says

    I have loved the State Fair since I was a child, and that hadn’t changed as a 61 year old adult! I can’t wait to eat the food, play the games and go through the exhibit buildings!

  405. Rebecca Parry says

    I havent been able to go to the fair since 2008 would love to go with new beau. I really appreciate all your tips for free events😁

  412. Debra Plautz says

    What’s not to love about our State Fair–rides with our two grandchildren, yummy food, animals, exhibits, crafts, shows. It’s all there!! We can’t wait to attend!!!!

  415. Alan Slavin says

    Alan Slavin
    I am a teacher and this would be great to take a few underprivileged kids to the fair to experience it. I work in a title I school.

  416. Karen Borusiewicz says

    I have been to a State Fair all but one of my 64 years. The missed year was in PA, due to flooding. Love the food, the fun, the atmosphere! So glad that when we moved to NC we found the yearly tradition could continue. Would love to win tickets!

  418. Chester Swift says

    My family and I are looking forward to this having a great time at the NC State Fair every year it’s a great time my daughter won a big stuffed owl last year and I have to carry it around the park looking forward to doing that again

  419. Cassandra Melvin says

    My daughter and I love the fair! It would be so fun to win tickets and take a couple of her friends with us. I want to try the fried croissant 😁

  420. Jan says

    Love the NC state fair. All my favorite foods are there! I saw in the news and observer that there are many more new interesting foods to try.

  423. Victoria daw says

    I would love to be Abel to go to the state fair with my family and my close family friends I lost my mom in 2019 and all I have is my kids and our close family friends.

  424. melody C. says

    YASSSSS 🥳 The NC state fair is the absolute BEST! wanna eat some hot chocolate chip cookies 🍪 corn on the cob, look at 1st responders vehicles, listen to live music and do some of everything on the 1st, can good day and last day; let’s win & let’s go 🏃🏽‍♀️🥳🏃🏽‍♀️

  427. Ashley Rauch says

    This is so fun! Thank you for offering! As a Raleigh native I’m so fortunate to have always had the NC State Fair in my backyard! Even better, I now get to enjoy it with my husband and our two boys!

  428. Sherri Tessari says

    Hi! I’ve never been to the NC State Fair! This country bumpkin would love free tickets! I would be most grateful! ☺️

  429. Mia Crabill says

    I have never been to the state fair and I would be absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to go for the first time this year! Hoping my luck is good this week!!

  430. Michael Wimpey says

    We have just moved to the USA, and haven’t been to the State Fair before. We would love to take our 2 kids (7 and 9 yrs old)!

  431. Nghia Dinh says

    I only been to the State Fair once and hope to go again with my friends before I graduate UNC

  435. Kristin Overly says

    My 29th birthday is on Saturday the 19th and would love to be able to spend my day celebrating at the NC state fair! 🙂

  438. Bianca Smith says

    Thank you for always posting the best things to do in Raleigh! Can’t wait for the fair!

  440. Tyler D’Angelo says

    I haven’t been to the fair since 2021. Thank you for always posting about things going on in the triangle, my family and I love the updates! I hope to go to the fair again this year! 🎡

  444. Rachel Patrick says

    What an awesome giveaway! Thanks for the great content about Raleigh, we really enjoy your newsletter.

  445. Yue Mary Wang says

    This is a great giveaway and we love the fair!

    Thanks for always putting out the best activities in the triangle area!

  447. Dilon Campbell says

    Kings hotdogs, peach cobbler from the cobbler factory, deep fried Oreos, gator bites, A BBQ sundae, and a big lemonade. What’s everyone else’s food line up look like?

  452. Meredith Haigh says

    Oooooooooo!!!! Please pick us for NC State fair tickets! My 3 kids would be so excited!!
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  455. Mirela Rusu says

    It’s the best State Fair, but we’re afraid of heights. But we love to go there, and I’d really love to take my daughter to have some great fun!

  457. Tom Cornell says

    I took my 9 and 7 year old to the fair for the first time last year and they have been looking forward to this year’s fair ever since!

  461. Michael Bryant says

    Hopefully the weather cools down to enjoy the fair! Lost my dad last year so hopefully this will bring so good memories back.

  462. Catherine Morrison says

    Crossing my fingers to win tickets to the BEST State Fair in the country!! NC STATE FAIR!! 🙂

  465. Karyn Mainwaring says

    We go to the Fair every year! My Parents’ Anniversary is the 17, and when they got married a bunch of friends/relatives went to the fair. It’s always so much fun!

  467. Susan L says

    I’d love to go to the fair with my kids and grandkids! It’s been a tough year, health-wise, and a trip to the fair would be a welcome break. I love Triangle on the Cheap. I get great ideas for activities for myself and things to do with the grandkids.

  469. Johana Jandres says

    We would definitely love to be part of this giveaway. Iv taken my kids every year to go enjoy the rides, the food, the light. This year we are clueless, not sure if we will be going due to financial struggles but if the opportunity doesn’t come, its ok there is always next year. May everyone have fun and be safe and responsible while being at the fair. Enjoy !!! Fingers crossed 🙏

  473. Greg James says

    I want to bring my kids for their first time ever (they are 7 & 10). They hear all about the fair because “everyone at school is going besides us”

  475. Jennifer B says

    I would love to win free state fair tickets so I can bring my daughter. Grow up on the state fair. Love this site for all the things around town.

  477. Alice Noell says

    The State Fair has been a tradition for my family since I was a child, going every year. I want to take my family and grand children this year. I want those tickets to the State Fair to celebrate our continuing tradition. I can’t wait for the State Fair..

  480. Isabel Sotolongo says

    Just moved with my family to the area and will love to visit the State Fair with my grandchildren. TIA

  482. Viki B says

    Love the NC State Fair! Have not been able to go the past few years and I’m ready to get back there in ’24!

  483. Lori DePrima says

    I can’t wait to go to the NC state fair! I’m looking forward to taking my granddaughters. It will be the first visit for my 8 month old granddaughter.

  484. Lily Nguyen says

    This is the best time of year, the weather is cooler and the food is better! So excited to try new fair food and see the new venues.
    🎃❤️

  488. Yvette Alston says

    Would love to be able to take my family to the state fair this year! My 11 year old enjoys the games, especially anything sport related. We’ve always enjoyed our time!

  490. Avon Beaver says

    My mom just arrived from Philippines and would love to take the whole family to the fair this year. We have twin girls and they would love to show their Lola around to NC state fair.

    • OSCAR DAVIS says

      This is a great venue. Haven’t been to the fair in years, looking forward to going and leaving the diet behind. Come on free tickets.
      THANKS

  492. Tara says

    Thank you for sharing all of these wonderful opportunities! Our family really appreciates the insights you share with all of us!

  493. Kelley Pulugurtha says

    Would appreciate the tickets. It would be a great birthday gift for my 2 year old to take her to see the animals!!

  494. Christine Ranieri says

    NC State Fair reminds me of my childhood attending the Worlds Fair! Would love to be able to bring my grandchildren to experience the joy I felt as a child. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to do so!

  495. Bianca Brown says

    Would love to win tickets to the fair. My daughter is finally tall enough to enjoy the rides.

  500. Stacy Palmer says

    I would love to surprise my husband and daughter with tickets to the state fair, this would be such an awesome family outing for us. My daughter really wants to attend the state fair and she gets so excited when the commercials are shown on tv. I always attended the state fair as a child and I would really like for my daughter to experience the same fun experience that I did.

  501. Christopher Palmer says

    It would be fantastic if I could take my family to the state fair. We really would love to go, we have been talking about how much fun the rides would be and walking around seeing all the exhibits while we eat delicious fair food. Being able to attend the fair would be such a treat for my family.

  502. Jermaine says

    We would love to win tickets for our family to attend the state fair..our kids have never been to the state fair and have also never been to a carnival.
    It would be an amazing experience for them and for us to attend as a family!

  503. Tiffany Vilar says

    We love Triangle on the Cheap and appreciate all the hard work that goes into making it easy for everyone to know what’s going on in their city and surrounding areas. My family has made lots of great memories because of you! Thank you for that!

  504. Ronikca Wearing says

    I love Triangle on the Cheap! Triangle on the Cheap keeps my family busy with all kinds of fun activities! ❤️

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