Discover the flavors of North Carolina at the N.C. Wine, Cider and Mead Garden in Heritage Circle near the Blacksmith Shop and Tobacco Pavilion. Featuring producers from across the state, the garden offers fairgoers a chance to sample a wide variety of locally made beverages, from dry and sweet wines to fruit-forward hard ciders and honey-based mead.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or trying something new, the garden is a great way to explore North Carolina’s craft beverage industry and support the farmers, growers and makers behind these distinctive products.
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| Thursday, Oct. 15: | Noon to 10 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 16 & Saturday, Oct. 17: | Noon to 10:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 18: | Noon to 10 p.m. |
| Monday, Oct. 19 through Thursday, Oct. 22: | Noon to 10 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 23 & Saturday, Oct. 24: | Noon to 10:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 25: | Noon to 10 p.m. |
Price: $15 per glass, including tax. Wine and mead are served in 6-ounce pours, and cider is served in 10-ounce glasses. Limit two drinks per person.
Fairgoers can also find North Carolina wine, cider and mead producers inside Dorton Arena at the Got to Be N.C. Pavilion, where vendors offer tasting sessions and sell products by the bottle.