Charlotte Fair - April 1 is Last Day, and it's free for teachers

The 14th Annual Charlotte Fair brings entertainment, rides, and plenty of fair food to 6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard, Concord (across U.S. 29 from Charlotte Motor Speedway) from March 21 to April 1, 2024.

Check out this big list of spring festivals in the Charlotte area!

Features of Charlotte Fair

Dock Dogs
50+ Rides
Lady Houdini
Animal Petting Zoo
Lady J (Strong & Amazing)

Hours of Charlotte Fair

Monday- Thursday: 4-10 PM
Friday: 4-11 PM
Saturday: 1-11 PM
Sunday: 1-10 PM

Ticket prices for Charlotte Fair

Here’s the information on ticket prices.

Regular ticket prices:

Adults: $12 (plus fees)
Children (5-11): $8 (plus fees)
Children 4 and under: Free

Tickets and wristbands for rides are extra. Parking is $5, cash only.

Unlimited Ride Wristband: $37.

Early Bird ticket prices (through March 20, 2024, online only):

Adult: $10
Child (5-11): $7
Children 4 and under: Free
Early Bird RocketPass: $40 (one admission and unlimited rides)
Early Bird Family 4 Pack: $165

Purchase tickets.

Discount days in 2024

Monday, March 25: College Night: Anyone wearing university-branded apparel or with a college student ID gets in for $8. There will be a silent disco.
Tuesday, March 26: Two-Can Tuesday. Bring in two cans or bags of pet food, leashes, or pet toys for donation to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal care & Control and get $2 off admission.
Wednesday: March 27: First Responder and Military Night. First Responders and military members, including veterans, will get free parking and free admission (one per valid ID.)
Thursday, March 21 and 28: Thrifty Thursday. Adults get in for $10 and kids get in for $5.
Monday, April 1: Free parking and admission for teachers
Monday to Thursday: Bring in a fair flyer/handbill (found in stores throughout the county) and get $5 off Unlimited Ride Wristband.
Kids ages 4 and under get in for free every day.

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Festival location at Bruton Smith Boulevard and Concord Parkway, Concord

6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard
Concord, NC

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