Sewing & Needlecraft

Welcome to the Sewing & Needlecraft Competition Department!

• Registration Opens: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026
• Registration Closes: Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
• Entry Take-In Schedule:
  • Saturday, October 10th, 2026 from 8 AM-6 PM - Education Building
  • Sunday, October 11th, 2026 from 8 AM-6 PM - Education Building
  • *Mailed exhibits must be received by Monday, October 5th, 2026.
• The N.C. State Fair General Fair Rules & Regulations apply.
• Open to all residents of North Carolina.
• Exhibitors are allowed one entry per Class.
• All entries must be the sole work of the exhibitor and completed since the 2025 State Fair.

Please review the Premium Book for full competition details, rules, and regulations prior to registering entries.