Tag: Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza

Weekend Update: July 12 – 15

Left Hook, Right Hook Triangle Kickboxing Promotions presents the premier amateur and professional kickboxing event “Lightning Strikes” July 14 in the Scott Building. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 7 p.m. Advance ticket prices for general admission is $35, floor preferred seating is $45 and ringside seating is $60 with limited VIP tables. Advance tickets are available at outlets and online at ETIX. Any available seats can be purchased at the door at $10 above the advance price. Be sure to check out other events this weekend at the Fairgrounds: Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza The Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza features more…

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Weekend Update: Raleigh Flea Market returns Nov. 4

The Raleigh Flea Market reopens Saturday, Nov. 4, after a month-long break for the N.C. State Fair. The flea market is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays except during October, when the annual State Fair is held. The flea market will be open regular hours on Thanksgiving weekend, but will not be open Friday, Nov. 24. The Raleigh Flea Market is one of the largest flea markets in the Southeast with more than 600 vendors offering everything from antiques to handicrafts, furniture and homemade goods. Parking is free. Other events this weekend: The Captial Area…

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Weekend Update: Nov. 25-27

The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market is Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Graham Building. Admission covers all three days and is $8 for adults, $7 for senior and members of the military with ID and $4 for children ages 6 to 12. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free. This event features over 250 exhibitors offering crafts, jewelry, art, pottery and food. Other events this weekend include: The Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza is Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday…

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Weekend Update: July 15-17

You can catch a horse show in the morning, antiques in the afternoon and a circus at night this weekend at the N.C. State Fairgrounds. Not to be forgotten is the free Children’s Good News Spectacular on Saturday. Upcoming events include: The Triangle Wide Horseman’s Association Open Horse Show is Saturday and Sunday beginning at 9 a.m. daily in the Hunt Horse Complex. Admission is free. The event will feature Halter, Western, English and Saddle seat classes for all horse breeds. The Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza is Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m….

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Weekend Update: Feb. 26-28

This weekend at the fairgrounds is bound to be a knock out. Dorton Arena will host wrestling and boxing this week. Big Time Wrestling takes over Dorton Arena on Friday and features Omega championship wrestling. The event includes steel cage matches, heavyweight championship and a lifetime achievement award will be presented to The Boogie Woogie Man, Jimmy Valiant. Meet and greet is 6 to 8 p.m. Bell time is 8 p.m. General admission is $15. Ringside and floor seating available for $25 to $50. Nowhere to Run Boxing is Saturday and features Dewayne Beamon, Main Event North Carolina’s number 1…

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Weekend Update: Nov. 20-22

It’s a full lineup of events – why not enjoy a beautiful fall weekend at the Fairgrounds and get an early start on your holiday shopping? Unique and one-of-a-kind gifts for even the hardest-to-shop-for person can be found at the Raleigh Flea Market. Hundreds of vendors will be available in the Commercial and Education buildings and outside grounds. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Have kids? Need toys? Check out the Christmas Toy Exchange by Kids Exchange this Saturday in the Holshouser Building. The Christmas Toy Sale will feature seasonal products such as gently used toys,…

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Weekend Update: July 18-20

It’s a busy weekend at the N.C. State Fairgrounds. The Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza will take place in the Graham Building through Sunday. This event features over 125 exhibitors from up and dowm the East Coast showing quality antiques and old collectibles. Hours are Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $6.50 per day or $7.50 for a weekend pass. Raleigh Coin Club’s 38th annual coin and paper money show comes to the Exposition Center this weekend. This three-day event with more than 200 dealer tables 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: July 19-21

Come one, come all to the fairgrounds this weekend. With antiques, coins, reptiles and horses, there’s definitely something for every member of the family. The 64th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza will be in the Graham Building. There will be more than 125 exhibitors from across the East Coast selling and trading their quality antiques and collectibles. Event hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6.50 per day or $7.50 for a weekend pass. The 37th annual coin and paper money show, hosted by the Raleigh Coin Club, will be in the Expo…

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Weekend Update: Nov. 30-Dec. 2

The holiday season is under way and there are lots of opportunities at the N.C. State Fairgrounds to find a special gift for everyone on your list. Stop by the fairgrounds this weekend for antiques, toy trains, Scandinavian crafts and more. Read on for a complete list of shopping opportunities and special events happening this weekend. Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza The 63rd Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza will take place Friday to Sunday in the Graham Building. More than 125 exhibitors will be there with quality antiques and collectibles. Doors are open Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m….

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