Gather your friends and family for a three-day celebration at the Got to Be NC Festival, taking place at the vibrant North Carolina State Fairgrounds! Get ready for an exciting experience that features the thrilling Tractor Pull at the Grandstand, proudly sponsored by the North Carolina Education Lottery.

While you're enjoying the festivities, be sure to visit the NCEL trailer near the Grandstand! Join in on the fun with the Buy, Spin, and Win game, where you could win amazing NCEL merchandise, including trendy t-shirts and various fantastic prizes!

This is an event you definitely won't want to miss! For all the exciting details, visit the Got to Be NC Festival website at: www.gottobencfestival.com.

Come celebrate all things good and cheerful, southern and delightful at the Cheerwine Festival. Enjoy exclusive Cheerwine-inspired food, beer, and crafts from a diverse lineup of local and regional vendors that are only available on-site. Immerse yourself in Cheerwine’s southern history at this one-day festival while quenching your thirst with the iconic soft drink of the south.

While at Cheerwine Festival, visit the NCEL booth to learn about all of the lottery’s exciting games. You can also Buy, Spin, and Win for your chance to take home the latest NCEL branded merchandise, ranging from t-shirts to many other great items!

For more festival information, please visit the Cheerwine Festival website at: cheerwinefest.com

Join the North Carolina Education Lottery as we present the NCEL 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. During this weekend, the NCEL will be in attendance during the NCEL 200 (Friday), Xfinity Series Race (Saturday) and the Coca-Cola 600 (Sunday) just outside of Charlotte Motor Speedway’s Avenue of Flags. Stop by the NCEL trailer and enjoy the BUY, SPIN & WIN promotion for your chance to win NCEL 200 merchandise as we feature the newest scratch off tickets, fast play games and Cash POP!

This year the North Carolina Education Lottery selected three Lucke-Rewards members to be the Grand Marshal, Honorary Starter and Pace Car Passenger for the NCEL 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race held on May 23, 2025. This once in a lifetime opportunity is an unique way of experiencing racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The winners will receive the complete VIP experience during the event, including pit passes, a behind the scenes look, and access to the exclusive pit suites for a bird’s eye view of the race with their closest friends.

For more information regarding the NCEL 200 / Xfinity Series Race / Coca Cola 600 weekend, please visit the Charlotte Motor Speedway website at: www.charlottemotorspeedway.com

Enjoy Charlotte’s largest food festival, the Taste of Charlotte. The event takes place over three days in Uptown Charlotte, on Tryon St, the heart of Center City Charlotte. You can savor delicious food while strolling the festival and enjoying three entertainment stages, performances, and interactive tours.

While at Taste of Charlotte, visit the NCEL booth located on Tryon Street to learn about all of the lottery’s exciting games. You can also Buy, Spin, and Win for your chance to take home the latest NCEL branded merchandise, ranging from t-shirts to many other great items!

For more information, please visit the Taste of Charlotte website at: www.tasteofcharlotte.com

Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable day at the National Black Bear Festival in Plymouth, Bear-o-lina! Experience a fantastic lineup of entertainment, including scenic pontoon boat rides on the Roanoke River, the exciting Bear Necessities Paddle, exhilarating airboat rides, relaxing lazy river tubing, and a spectacular fireworks show that will light up the night sky.

Don’t miss the chance to visit the NCEL trailer located on the waterfront, where you can discover the latest, most thrilling games available! Plus, try your luck at Buy, Spin, and Win for a great opportunity to grab exclusive NCEL-branded merchandise, from stylish t-shirts to an array of fantastic items.

For more details, be sure to check out the National Black Bear Festival website at: nationalbearfest.com