Chairlift rides, racing pigs and deep-fried treats are almost within reach as the 2016 N.C. Mountain State Fair opens Sept. 9 at the WNC Agricultural Center.
Advance tickets for the fair are now available available at area Ingles stores.
“One of the easiest ways to save money at the fair is to buy your tickets in advance,” said fair manager Matt Buchanan. “Partnering with Ingles makes it even easier because you can buy your tickets while you take care of your weekly shopping.”
Fairgoers also can purchase advance tickets at the WNC Agricultural Center, WNC Farmers Market in Asheville and during the 2016 N.C. Apple Festival in Hendersonville.
Visitors can save $2 on admission tickets by purchasing them early. Advance admission tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, and $3 for seniors ages 65 and older. Children ages 5 and under receive free admission.
In addition, thrill seekers can save on ride tickets by purchasing early. Advance ride sheets are $7.50 and include 12 ride tickets. The fair will once again offer the popular Family Fun Pack for $40. The special ticket package, which is ideal for families and smaller groups, includes five adult gate admission tickets, four individual ride tickets plus vendor coupons.
The 2016 N.C. Mountain State Fair runs Sept. 9-18 at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher. The fair features livestock exhibitions and agricultural exhibits, free entertainment, live music, a full carnival and more. More details are available at www.mountainfair.org.