The Charlotte Fair is a major annual event that takes place during the spring and fall that offers family-friendly entertainment, carnival rides and food.
The Charlotte Spring Fair
Typically late March through mid-April
Tens of thousands of residents visit the fairs annually. Visit on a weekday to avoid the big crowds and reduce the time standing in line for rides or food.
The day bands are $15 and a good value for those wanting to check out the rides and attractions.
Charlotte Fair food runs the gamut of fried and sweet delights, including funnel cakes, corn dogs, barbecue, authentic Mexican food, fresh squeezed lemonade, ice cream, pizza, turkey legs, elephant ears, caramel apples, candied apples, cotton candy, tacos and churros.
Among the most popular attractions at the 2018 spring fair included helicopter rides, a petting zoo and the carnival attractions.
Admission:
$5 children, $8 adults
Monday-Friday open 4 p.m. until close
Saturday-Sunday 1 p.m. until close
Earliest close is 10 p.m.
Location:
5650 Sandusky Blvd, Concord, NC 28027
On-site parking is a $5 flat rate.
Special days:
Deals and discounts can make the Charlotte Fair even more affordable for families and groups.
Handbill days
Fairgoers who bring in a Charlotte Fair handbill will receive $5 off a wristband for unlimited rides. The handbills are placed in hundreds of businesses, retailers, stores in the city and county. You can grab a handful and pass them around to your friends to spread the savings around.
2 Dollar Tuesdays
For the past three years, 2 Dollar Tuesdays have been the most popular and best deal the fair offers. Bring in a can or bag of pet food, a leash, a pet toy or a towel in good condition suitable for washing a pet or making a bed for it, and get into the fair for $2. Regular admission is $8 and $5.
Donations help animals
The Charlotte Spring and Fall fairs have donated more than 4,000 food items, leashes, toys and towels to support local animal shelters.
Charlotte Fall Fair
The 17-day event takes place annually and in mid-October, featuring rides, shows and food similar to the springtime event.