The North Carolina State Fair is a very popular and incredibly fun activity for North Carolinians. Since 2010, the state fair has received over 900,000 visitors annually, peaking in 2010 at 1.09 million. And it’s back this year!

On Sunday, October 17, from 9am-noon, the state fair will hold sensory-friendly hours for autistics and anyone else needing reduced noise and stimulation during this time. https://www.wral.com/nc-state-fair-announces-sensory-friendly-day-with-less-light-sound/19778874/ has more details.