NC Mountain State Fair Pony Express 2025

(Updated: Aug. 8, 2025, 6:46 a.m.)

NC Mountain State Fair Pony Express

The Pony Express for the NC Mountain State Fair is coming to Avery County. The Pony Express provides transportation of Entries to and from  Avery County to the NC Mountain State Fair for judging and display.

Participation is Easy

What you need to do:
  • Enter Online before August 22, 2025, and print the entry form. (non-perishable items only)
  • Bring your entries on or before August 22, 2025, at 11:30 AM, to your Local County Extension Office.
  • Entries should be wrapped and packed securely for transport. Label your box with your name and county. Include a completed entry form inside the box with your items.

After the fair
  • Items will be returned to your local Extension Office by September 26th, 2025.
  • Any prize money will be mailed directly to you. (Exhibitors who win $600 or more must provide a completed NC Substitute W-9 to receive payment.)

For more information, contact Avery County Center at 828-733-8270 or NC Mountain State Fair at 828/687-1414 ext. 208.