Dorton Arena

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1025 Blue Ridge Rd

Raleigh, NC 27607

+1 (919) 821-7400

http://www.ncstatefair.org

J.S. Dorton Arena, located in Chapel Hill, NC, is a versatile event venue that hosts a wide range of programs and services under the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. From agricultural events and livestock scholarships to state fairs and camping opportunities, the arena offers a dynamic space for vendors, concessionaires, and visitors to enjoy a variety of activities year-round.

With a focus on promoting agriculture, food safety, and environmental programs, J.S. Dorton Arena serves as a hub for community engagement and entertainment in the Triangle area. Whether attending the North Carolina State Fair, participating in youth livestock scholarships, or exploring the diverse events calendar, visitors can experience the vibrant spirit of the local agricultural community at this iconic venue.

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Roger K.

4/2/2018

We are all entitled to our own opinions, right? Well... here is mines: Parking: 4 Location: 5 Customer Service: 3 Facility décor/cleanliness: 3 The Dorton Arena is a multipurpose complex used...

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Tammy M.

12/4/2015

Dorton Arena is kinda dated these days. We attended a Trump Rally. Not so much because we are fans of him. But it was something interesting (and FREE) to do on a Friday night. Trump was very...

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Matt K.

5/2/2012

I visited here to watch the Carolina Rollergirls Rollerball. It was a lot of fun, and I was surprised at how family friendly it was. Now, I don't have any kids or anything, but I expected it to be...

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Rob W.

1/6/2014

The Dorton arena serves many purposes. I have mainly visited for the fair and concerts. Those zany engineers from the early fifties crafted a modern, almost spaceship looking building for the...

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Kelly M.

10/16/2012

I was here the first time the other night to see Jake Owen at the fair. At my local fair back home all the concerts are at a grandstand, only outdoor seating, so if it's cold or rainy the concert...

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