See you next year!
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Come enjoy tasty food, great rides, and a whole lot of family-friendly fun.
Calling all animal lovers – be sure to stop by the Petting Zoo! Entry is free with the price of admission.
Come be amazed by Lady Houdini’s World-Renowned Escape Show! You’re not going to want to miss out on this fantastic escape show!
Lady J brings awe and wonder in her Strong & Amazing Aerial Stunt Show. This is one show you don’t want to miss. Prepare to be amazed!
Carolina DockDogs offers the best in high flying, acrobatic, wholesome family entertainment that dog lovers at all ages will enjoy!
BIG SMILES AHEAD
We have more than 40 rides for kids and adults. Here is a complete list of rides and height requirements.
SAVE THE DATE
Anyone wearing any university-branded apparel OR with a college student ID gets in for only $8. (One per valid ID + $5 off unlimited ride wristbands with a handbill)
Bring in (2) cans/bags of pet food, leashes, or pet toys for donation to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control and receive $2 off admission! ($5 off unlimited ride wristbands with a handbill)
First Responders and the Military (including Veterans) will get free parking AND free admission! (One per valid ID + $5 off unlimited ride wristbands with a handbill) Park in our official fair entry at ZMAX to receive free parking.
Adults get in for $10 and kids are $5! ($5 off unlimited ride wristbands with a handbill)
Calling all teachers! Join us for free parking AND free admission. (One per valid ID + $5 off unlimited ride wristbands with a handbill) Park in our official fair entry at ZMAX to receive free parking.
Fairgoers who bring in a Fair Flyer/Handbill (found in dozens of retailers city and county-wide) will receive $5 off the Unlimited Ride Wristband! (No coupons/handbills can be combined)
Kids Ages 4 and under get in for FREE every day! Rides/Wristbands not included.