Weekend Update: March 11-13

The Carolina Collector Auto Fest is returning for its 29th year this weekend. Cars will be on display in Dorton Arena, Graham Building and outside grounds. This swap meet includes more than 125 vendors, car corral for buying and selling, and car and truck shows. Saturday’s show features vehicles made from 1900 to 1979 vehicles and Sunday’s features an  open car show with all makes, models, domestic and imports. Swap-n-Shop is Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $5. Hours for the weekend are Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is…

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Weekend Update: March 7-9

This weekend Carolina Collector Auto Fest celebrates it’s 27th year at the fairgrounds. This event is Friday through Sunday in Dorton Arena, Graham Building and on the grounds and features a swap meet with more than 125 vendors, a car corral for buying and selling, and car and truck shows. Saturday’s car show features cars from 1900 to 1973 and Sunday’s car show features all makes, models and years as well as imports and motorcycles. Hours are Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $10 for…

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Weekend Update: August 2-4

The Dixie Gun & Knife Classic will be held in the Graham Building this weekend. Exhibitors will show modern and collectible firearms, custom-made knives, hunting and fishing equipment, ammunition, gun accessories and reloading supplies. Admission is $8 for adults, and free for children 12 and under accompanied by a paying adult. Visit the show’s website for a $1 discount admission coupon. Event hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Come see a great selection of beads and bead-related items from vendors across the country at the Bead Mercantile Show in the Scott Building. Exhibitors…

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Weekend Update: Aug. 3-5

Looking for something to do this weekend? Come out to the fairgrounds and spend some time exploring the Raleigh Flea Market. The market is open Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and features hundreds of vendors. You also can enjoy one of the these special events: Dixie Gun & Knife Classic Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the modern and collectible firearms, custom-made knives, hunting and fishing equipment, and more. The event will be held in the Graham Building Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults…

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Weekend Update: March 16-18

The convoy is lining up and moving in at the N.C. State Fairgrounds this weekend for the 23rd annual N.C. RV & Camping Show. We’ll also have a Hunter Jumper show in the Hunt Horse Complex and a bead show in the Scott Building. Plus, with a little luck from the Irish you might find the item you’ve been waiting for at the Raleigh Flea Market this St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The 23rd annual N.C. RV & Camping Show is the last one of the season in North Carolina. So, if you’re in the market for a new RV, don’t…

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Weekend Update: July 22-24

Anyone interested in antiques should check out two great events at the fairgrounds this weekend. The Bead Mercantile Show will be held in Scott Building on Saturday and Sunday. The events will feature vendors from all over the country selling beads and bead-related items. In addition, there will be workshops on bead-related topics and crafts. The weekly Raleigh Flea Market will also be open Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vendors from across the state will be selling a variety of wares and some great food. Whether you’re looking for something specific or just in the mood…

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