2024 NC State Fair had sixth largest attendance in fair's history with nearly 1 million visitors

The 2024 North Carolina State Fair welcomed close to a million visitors.

Crews, Monday, dismantled all of the rides, games and food stands on the fairgrounds. The fair was open from Oct. 17 through 27.

The final attendance number was approximately 998,926. the sixth-largest attendance in the fair's history. Tuesday was a record-setting day with nearly 86,000 people walking through the gates for Senior Day.

A total of 280,000 meals or 18 truckloads of food were donated during Hunger Relief Day. The food is going to people in western North Carolina impacted by Helene.

Fairgoers enjoyed a variety of new entertainment alongside popular returning acts and two exciting new amusement rides: a gigantic 210-foot slide and a 130-foot Candy Adventure Fun House.

There was also a strolling piano that moved around the fairgrounds during performances. The pianist took requests to play and sing popular songs, ranging from classic rock to Disney favorites.

72 new food options were added for visitors to try.

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