Fall in One Place

The leaves are changing and a wide range of colorful events are sweeping our state. Autumn is a perfect time to take in everything North Carolina has to offer, from the gorgeous weather to local foods to traditional music. This year, we’re kicking off a new season with the NC Symphony, spectacular new exhibit openings at our Raleigh Museums and rich arts programming across the state. We invite you to explore everything we have to offer this fall.

We’ve put together a tour of fall fairs and festivals across the state. Whether you’re looking for carnival rides and games, arts and crafts or outdoor music -- or if you’re just here for the food -- you’re sure to find something in the list below that strikes your fancy.

As always, if your favorite event didn’t make it on our list, please let us know.

September Fairs & Festivals

Outdoor music reigns in September, with the National Folk Festival, Hopscotch, Wide Open Bluegrass and more!

October Fairs & Festivals

Celebrate NC food and culture with the NC Seafood Festival; the Woolly Worm Festival in Banner Elk; Mush, Music and Mutts in Shelby; and the Lexington BBQ Festival. And of course, it's NC State Fair time!

November Fairs & Festivals

November is the month for arts and culture in NC -- choose from the Wilson Whirligig Festival, Celebration of Seagrove Potters, the American Indian Cultural Celebration, Cucalorus Film Festival, and more.

Find Fall Beauty in NC State Parks

If you want to savor the crisp fall weather and enjoy the vivid colors of changing leaves, you won't find a better place than in a North Carolina State Park. The brilliant annual show is at its best in these unspoiled natural areas.

Find a Park Near You!