Crowds of men women and children gathered in central Raleigh to kick off the opening of the Bumper Crop state fair on Oct. 11.

The fair provides an outlet to show the best of N.C food, art, agriculture and talent and also attract a variety of people.

Thousands came to enjoy fried cheesecake, animal and “human” attractions as well as games of chance.

Those willing to spend the money enjoyed rides such as the Farris Wheel and the orbiter.

With food costing as much as 15 dollars a plate in conjunction with tickets a dollar a piece and rides costing five tickets, the magic of the fair was lost for those trying to stay on a budget.

Attractions were grouped together along the huge lot, which incorporated some of N.C. State’s Universities facilities such as the Howling Cow ice cream parlor and Kerr Scott building, where local artists’ pieces were shown and candidate booths were set up.

Attractions for children, like pumpkin carving and Hubba Bubba the clown, were showcased earlier in the day.

The more adult activities, like tractor pulling and Fireworks, were held later in the evening.

People could also play games to win prizes like stuffed raccoons, Winnie the Pooh’s and basketballs. One game, “shoot the star,” entails using a fake rifle with 100 rounds to shoot a star out of paper.

The Bumper Classic fair is sure to be an entertaining attraction for the public to enjoy what N.C. has to offer. With the outstanding fireworks and food, there is a good time to be had by all.

The Bumper Crop State Fair continues throughout the week until Oct. 21.

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• Brianna Mcfadgen, Contributor