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Flea market and other activities return as cautious fairgrounds reopening continues

Shoppers rejoice! The flea market at the N.C. State Fairgrounds has reopened, and it’s welcoming the public once again – the socially distanced, clean-handed, nose-and-mouth-covered public, of course. Officially called The Raleigh Market these days, it actually re-opened a few weekends ago for the first time since closing because of COVID-19. It will be open Labor Day weekend as usual, just not on Labor Day since that’s a Monday. The market didn’t reopen as soon as retail locations were allowed to welcome customers again though. Spokesperson Kimberly Benou said the management knew there was interest from customers and that some…

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Weekend Update: July 24-26

Families in search of savings on kid’s items, can find them at the fairgrounds this weekend. The Kids Exchange Consignment Sale will be held in the Graham Building and Exposition Center through Sunday. Visitors will find new clothes, toys and other children’s items sold at discounted prices. Items are marked half price Sunday, July 26. Admission is free and open to the public. Hours are: Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Other weekend events include: Sportscard and Sports Memorabilia Three-Day Show, July 24-26 Inside Pitch Promotions will present…

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Weekend Update: July 10-12

After a fairly quiet Fourth of July weekend, the activity at the fairgrounds picks up this weekend with events for everyone, ranging from horse enthusiasts to crafters. The State 4-H Horse Show will be at the Hunt Horse Complex through Sunday. This five-day horse show features over 2,600 entries in 123 classes, highlighting 4-H members ages 5 to 18. Competitors will exhibit their project animals and demonstrate a wide variety of riding disciplines, including games, dressage, saddle seat and Western. Admission is free for spectators. Other events include: Gem, Jewelry & Bead Show, July 10-12 Those who missed Frank Cox…

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Weekend Update: June 19-21

Vintage car lovers will be in heaven this weekend as the Raleigh Classic Car Auction brings flair, flash and horsepower to the N.C. State fairgrounds. The auction showcases four private collections offering more than 250 vintage vehicles including classic brands such as Chevrolet and Ford, and rare brands such as Duesenberg. The auction will take place in the Graham Building and Exposition Center. The cars are available for preview Friday, June 19, from 8 to 10 a.m., and auction times are Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adult admission is $10 per day or $15 for a…

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