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Weekend Update: Scandinavian Christmas Fair, Holiday Horse Show and Toy Train Sale/Swap

A trip to the State Fairgrounds this weekend might put you in a festive holiday mood for the first weekend of December. There’s plenty of opportunities to shop and celebrate the season with the Raleigh Flea Market, Scandinavian Christmas Fair, Toy Train Sale and Swap and the annual Holiday Classic Open Horse Show. Read more about this weekend’s events below. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair transports visitors back in time through an authentic celebration of holiday traditions found in Sweden, Norway and Denmark. This event is Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Holshouser Building. Adult admission is $7,…

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Weekend Update: Dec. 2-4

Get The Nest for less! It’s time to clear the shelves of the State Fair Nest souvenir shop just in time to save for everyone on your gift list. State Fair staff will be at the Raleigh Flea Market this weekend by the Administration Building on Saturday and Sunday with discounted State Fair merchandise, including t-shirts, pint glasses, hats and more. All 2016 logo merchandise will be 50 percent off and all other merchandise will be 25 percent off. Check out the album of available merchandise on Facebook. The Fair will also offer special ticket packages, with a complimentary holiday card. Packages include: One State Fair ornament plus two…

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Weekend Update: Dec. 4-6

Events this weekend at the Fairgrounds include the Classic Car Auction, Toy Train Sale and Swap Meet and three Christmas festivals, including two international celebrations, where you can find distinctive food and crafts. Donald Trump for President Rally On Friday there will be a Donald Trump for President rally in Dorton Arena. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the rally starts at 7:30 p.m. Free admission tickets available at www.eventbrite.com. Raleigh Classic Car Auction A vintage vehicle might not fit under your Christmas tree but we think it would look great with a bow sitting in your driveway! Come check…

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Weekend Update: Dec. 6-8

Events this weekend at the Fairgrounds include the Classic Car Auction, Toy  Train Sale and Swap Meet, and the Scandinavian Christmas Fair. Raleigh Classic Car Auction If you’re hoping to surprise your loved one with a car this Christmas, you may want to attend the Classic Car Auction Friday and Saturday. More than 250 vintage vehicles will be on display and up for auction in the Graham and Expo buildings. Auctions start Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. A public preview will take place Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Admission is $10 per day for adults or $15…

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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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Weekend Update: December 3-5

This weekend at the fairgrounds is another busy one. Whether you’re in the mood to shop or browse, explore a new craft or watch a competition, there’s something for everyone. First, visitors can check out three different shows: In the Graham Building and Exposition Center a Classic Car Auction will be held. More than 250 vintage cars will be on display Thursday and Friday. Homemade foods, unique crafts, live entertainment and cultural exhibits will be showcased at the Scandinavian Christmas Fair Friday in the Holshouser Building. The Train Collectors Association will present the Toy Train Sale and Swap Meet Saturday…

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