It's almost that time of year again, and we're excited about the upcoming 2026 N.C. State Fair! We are seeking seasonal staff to report for duty October 15-25, 2026. If you enjoy people, working in a fast-paced environment, could use a little extra cash and want to be part of the team essential to a safe and fun event, we need you!
General Positions Available
Exhibit workers, judges, gate monitors, information booth workers, receptionists, ticket takers, ticket sellers, exhibit managers, gate assistant supervisors, gate captains, public address announcers, cash room supervisors, cash room tellers and competition managers. If referred for a position, a hiring manager will contact the applicant for a phone interview.
Please contact Leslie Wiseman at 919.839.4503 for any General Position application questions.
General State Fair Employment Application.
State of North Carolina Retirees- Do NOT complete an application. Please call the Administrative Business Office at 919.839.4505 and speak to Felecia Little for further instructions.
Law Enforcement Positions Available
We are seeking both Sworn and Non-Sworn Officers to staff the annual N.C. State Fair October 15-25, 2026. If you enjoy people, working in a fast-paced environment, could use a little extra cash, and being part of a team essential to a safe and fun event, we need you! If referred for this position, the hiring manager will contact applicant for a phone interview.
Please contact Renee Atkinson at 919.839.4504 or Chief Anthony Prignano at 919-839-4509 for any Law Enforcement Position application questions.
Non-Sworn Law Enforcement Application
Sworn Law Enforcement Application
The N.C. State Fair does not hire employees to work in food service, custodial service or with the carnival.
Please note the N.C. State Fair only books acts with ties to North Carolina for the Homegrown Music Fest. For general inquiries about booking with the N.C. State Fair, please contact Deep South Entertainment at hello@deepsouthentertainment.com.