WHO/WHAT: The N.C. State Fair is proud to hold Duke Energy Military Appreciation Day to celebrate and pay special tribute to all active and former military service and guard members on Wednesday, Oct. 21. With proof of identification, military personnel plus up to three guests will receive free entry into the fair on this day.
WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, Oct. 21
N.C. State Fairgrounds, Raleigh
As part of the celebration, there will be a parade showcasing the military through the years beginning at 10 a.m. Starting in the main carnival midway, the parade will make its way through Kiddieland, past the Scott Building and back through the carnival midway.
Duke Energy Military Appreciation Day Waterfall Stage Schedule
10:45 a.m. – Military Appreciation Day Program
11:15 a.m. – 440th Army Band
1:15 p.m. – 440th Army Band
2:30 p.m. – N.C. Department of Cultural and Natural Resources Military Uniform Revue
4 p.m. – 440th Army Band
6 p.m. – 440th Army Band
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: In addition to the military presence in the parade, special guests will include the marching bands from Athens Drive and Warren County high schools, the Montgomery Central High School Air Force JROTC, and the Northern Vance High School Honor Guard and JROTC. The presentation of these groups will add to the sights and sounds of the day.