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Weekend Update: April 19-22

Time to prepare for another exciting weekend at the N.C. State Fairgrounds. This weekend, we’ll have brides and bridles, dinner and dancing, plus some amazing big-top performances. Plus, the largest flea market in Raleigh. Read on to see what’s in store this weekend. Brides from across the Triangle will descend on the Jim Graham Building this weekend for the Southern Bridal Show and Expo. The showcase will have more than 150 local wedding experts and vendors, fashion shows, raffle drawings and more. Discounted tickets are available in advance. The show is open Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission…

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Weekend Update: April 8-10

October may be the busiest time for the State Fairgrounds, but there are a variety of activities happening every week of the year. As we gear up for the 2011 N.C. State Fair, Oct. 13-23, we’ll highlight some of the weekend activities at the fairgrounds. Note: If video doesn’t play, try refreshing browser The forecast is calling for rain, but there is plenty to do indoors at the State Fairgrounds this weekend. In Dorton Arena, check out the NC FIRST Robotics Regional Tournament. FIRST is a program that encourages science and engineering through interactive projects. If you’ve ever played with…

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It’s a party for the whole family on Blue Ridge

West Raleigh is the place to be this weekend as our neighbor, the N.C. Museum of Art, hosts its grand opening celebration. But, that’s not the only thing happening on Blue Ridge Road this weekend; the fairgrounds will be full of activities for women, children, teens and clowns of all ages. Pink carpets are rolled out for the Southern Women’s Show, featuring spa treatments, makeovers and a variety of boutique vendors offering plenty of retail therapy. The show is open Friday to Sunday in the Expo and Graham buildings. While moms enjoy the Southern Women’s Show, their children can take…

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Fairgrounds events add culture, variety to the first weekend of spring.

By all accounts, spring will begin with a weekend full of beautiful weather. What better time for a family outing at the N.C. State Fairgrounds? With hundreds of events each year, the fairgrounds offers a variety of activities to choose from, and some of the more popular shows have a decidedly cultural flair. The India Fest Cultural Arts Showcase will take place in Dorton Arena Friday through Sunday. This festival has grown in popularity and size since its first year at the fairgrounds in 2004, expanding to a three-day event, and will kick off tonight with a live dance and music show featuring Bollywood singer Shreya Ghoshal….

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