The Economics of a State Fair Booth, and Why Some Independents Are Walking Away

For nearly 70 years, a trip to the North Carolina State Fair could include a stop at Al's French Fries. When the gates opened in Raleigh on Oct. 15, the stand wasn't there.
The Economics of a State Fair Booth, and Why Some Independents Are Walking Away

Al’s French Fries, a vendor that has been a part of the North Carolina State Fair for almost seven decades, was not present when the fair opened on October 15th. This marks a significant change for fairgoers who have frequented the stand for years.

  • Al’s French Fries was a vendor at the North Carolina State Fair for nearly 70 years.
  • The stand was not present when the fair opened in Raleigh on October 15th.
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