Carolina Roller Derby

Southern Women’s Show, Boat Sale, Carolina Rollergirls and more

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It’s girl power at the fairgrounds this weekend as the Southern Women’s Show returns to the Graham Building and Exposition Center. Event includes spa treatments, makeovers, jewelry, gifts, food, wine, cooking classes, health screenings and more. For more than three decades, the show has been recognized as a premier event for women in the Triangle community. This year’s special guest is Vern Yip, nationally known desginer, author who is best known for his role on the TLC show Trading Spaces. Hours are Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m….

Weekend Update: Feb. 21-23

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It looks like warmer weather in on tap for the Triangle area this weekend, so why not enjoy it at the fairgrounds? Dinosaurs, rollergirls and health enthusiasts will make up the eclectic mix of visitors. As usual, the Raleigh Flea Market will be open Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with hundreds of vendors selling a wide variety of goods and services. Events this weekend: Discover the Dinosaurs: Families can walk through prehistoric times at the Discover the Dinosaurs event Friday through Sunday in the Exposition Center. This interactive exhibit takes adventurers through life-sized recreations of dinosaurs,…

Weekend Update: Nov. 22-24

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Variety and excitement abound at the N.C. State Fairgrounds this weekend as the buildings and grounds host events such as the Dixie Gun and Knife Classic, the Southern Horse Festival, the Repticon Reptile and Exotic Animal Show and the Carolina Roller Derby. Also, those wanting to skip the mall and look for more unique holiday gift offerings will find the Raleigh Flea Market open Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information about this weekend’s events follows: The Southern Horse Festival will be held Friday through Sunday at the Hunt Horse Complex. Events include the Miss Southern Horse…

Weekend Update: Aug. 31-Sept. 3

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How will you celebrate your Labor Day weekend? How about with a trip to the N.C. State Fairgrounds? From horse and dog shows to exotic animals and precious gems, we’ve got something for the entire family this weekend. Read on for more details. Equestrian Exchange Consignment Sale The Equestrian Exchange Tack Consignment Sale in the Holshouser Building offers the opportunity to buy and consign equestrian items, saddles and tack for all disciplines of riding. The event is open to the public Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday from noon to 6 p.m. Admission is free….

Weekend Update: September 2-4

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This weekend, the fairgrounds is packed full of wonderful events. kicking off with the Equestrian Exchange Consignment Sale which began Wednesday in the Holshouser Building. This event offers visitors the opportunity to buy and consign anything related to the equestrian sport. Four other events this weekend are also animal related: Starting Friday local kennel clubs will host all-breed dog shows, dog obedience competitions and rally trials as part of the Kennel Club Dog Shows in the Graham Building. The Carolina Reptile and Exotic Animal Show will feature vendors selling reptiles, birds and mammals, cages, food and supplies. Live animal shows and…

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