The Charlotte Fair at ZMAX - April 10-20, 2025 - Charlotte, NC
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
The Charlotte Fair is back at Charlotte Motor Speedway with thrilling rides, mouthwatering fair food, and unforgettable family fun.
Location
Charlotte Motor Speedway
6558 Bruton Smith Boulevard Concord, NC 28027Refund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 10 days 6 hours
- UNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
- Free venue parking
The Charlotte Fair Kicks Off - April 10-20
Secure your spot at the fair-est event of the year!
This year, we're bringing more rides and games to Charlotte Motor Speedway & ZMAX, transforming it into a spectacular celebration of tradition, memories, and community. Plus, we've got Rockin' A Ranch Petting Zoo, Sue-Wee Pig Races, and live entertainment. Don't miss the thrilling rides, delicious fair food, and unforgettable fun for all ages!
We're open **M-Th (2-10 PM), **Fri (2-11 PM), Sat (1-11 PM), and Sun (1-10 PM).
**Thursday 4/10: 4PM-10PM **Friday 4/11: 4PM-11PM
Admission gives you access to live entertainment, including the High Flying Pages Thrill Show, Lady Houdini's Escape Show, Sue-Wee Pig Racing, Rockin' A Ranch Petting Zoo, and more! With over 30 rides and games suitable for children and adults by Dreamland Amusements, the fair promises to boost nostalgia for adults and new experiences for children.
Free admission is always available for kids 4 and under. Military and senior discounts on admission are also available onsite at the front gate (not online).
Please note: All fairgoers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (21+) at all times at the Charlotte Fair. Ride tickets/wristbands, food, and games are sold separately.
Frequently asked questions
Both cash and credit/debit are accepted for fair entry and ride tickets/wristbands. Some vendors may only accept cash. We recommend you bring some cash for games and food. ATMs are available on site. Please note they do include surcharges.
Big or small there’s fun for ALL! For our little ride enthusiasts, children as small as 36″ can enjoy certain rides if they’re accompanied by an adult. Otherwise, they need to be at least 42″ or 48″ (depending on the ride) to ride alone. Every rider, kids and adults, will need a ticket or wristband.
We are open rain or shine. However, bad or severe weather can close, delay, or cancel the fair entirely or just some attractions and events. We will keep everyone updated via our Facebook and Instagram accounts.
We do not currently provide rentals for these items. We encourage you to bring your own. Though some grass and gravel areas exist, most of the fair’s walkways are paved. Please plan so everyone in your party will enjoy their time here.
For the safety and security of our patrons, re-entry back into the fair is prohibited.
The Charlotte Fair will honor refunds up to 1 day before event.