Southern Ideal Home Show, Strongest Man & Woman Competition, Unleashed Mutts Spring Fling and more this weekend

Spring has certainly arrived when the popular Southern Ideal Home Show – Spring Edition returns to the Graham Building and Exposition Center. This three-day event allows homeowners to see the latest in home improvement trends, and shop, compare and seek advice from professionals and see the latest in home improvement trends. The event features hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. This event has set the standard as the “must-see” home and garden event of the year. Hours are Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m….

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Weekend Update: Sept. 22-24

There are plenty of events happening at the fairgrounds this weekend, so there’s sure to be something for everyone. Mark your calendars: The Southern Ideal Home Show is Friday through Sunday in the Graham Building and Exposition Center. The show will feature hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. Homeowners can shop and seek expert advice from housing professionals. Hours are Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door. Children under age 15…

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Weekend Update: April 7-9

Spring has certainly arrived when the popular Southern Ideal Home Show – Spring Edition returns to the Graham Building and Exposition Center. This three-day event allows homeowners to see the latest in home improvement trends, and shop, compare and seek advice from professionals and see the latest in home improvement trends. The event features hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. This event has set the standard as the “must-see” home and garden event of the year. Hours are Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday,…

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Weekend Update: Sept. 23-25

It’s a big weekend at the fairgrounds. The Southern Ideal Home Show takes over the Graham Building and the Exposition Center for three days with lots of great home improvement ideas. And this is the last weekend for the Flea Market. All the flea market vendors will have to move out to make room for the State Fair, so there will be plenty of deals to be had. And many wrestling legends make a return to Dorton Arena on Friday night.   The Southern Ideal Home Show is Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m….

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Weekend Update: April 8 – 10

The popular Southern Ideal Home Show – Spring Edition returns this weekend to the Graham Building and Exposition Center. The show features hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. This three-day event provides homeowners with opportunities to shop, compare and seek advice from professionals and see the latest in home improvement trends. The show is convenient, one-stop shopping, and has set the standard as the “must-see” home and garden event of the year. Event hours are Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to…

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Weekend Update: Sept. 25-27

It’s the first weekend of fall at the state fairgrounds, which means the N.C. State Fair is right around the corner. It also means that this the last weekend to enjoy the Raleigh Flea Market before in closes in preparation for the annual State Fair. Each weekend, the Commercial and Education buildings and grounds host hundred of dealers selling antiques, furniture, bargains, collectibles and more. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.  The flea market will reopen Saturday, Nov. 7. Discount N.C. State Fair admission tickets and ride books will be available this weekend at Gate 9…

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Weekend Update: April 11-13

Sunshine, shopping and the Southern Ideal Home Show will be in abundance at the N.C. State Fairgrounds this weekend. The spring edition of the Southern Ideal Home Show takes over Graham Building and Expo Center Friday through Sunday, featuring hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. This event provides homeowners with opportunities to shop, compare and seek advice from professionals and see the latest in home improvement trends. Event times are Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.  to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $9 for adults,…

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Weekend Update: Sept. 27-29

This weekend features seven special events for dog and horse lovers, cultural enthusiasts and toy collectors. The Southern Ideal Home Show will fill the Graham Building and Expo Center this weekend. The home and garden event will feature hundreds of exhibitors who can answer questions about remodeling, decorating and landscaping projects. Attendees can also shop for home and garden resources. Event hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $9 for adults ages 15 and up and free for children 14 and under. Seniors ages…

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Weekend Update: April 13-15

If you’ve been waiting to visit the N.C. State Fairgrounds, this is the weekend to do it. We’ve got home improvement ideas, boats, horses, flowers and much, much more. So, come on out to the fairgrounds for a great time. While you’re here, enjoy the Raleigh Flea Market and other great events: The Southern Ideal Home Show returns to the Graham Building and Expo Center Friday through Sunday. This event provides homeowners with an opportunity to shop, compare and get advice from industry experts before tackling home renovations. Doors are open Friday from noon to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10…

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Weekend Update: September 23-25

Though the fair is still a few weeks away, this weekend the fairgrounds will be abuzz with activity. The weekend kicks off with the Southern Ideal Home Show in the Graham Building and Exposition Center Friday through Sunday. The Triangle’s biggest and best home and garden event and will be packed full with hundreds of experts providing advice on home projects and selling home and garden-related products. Three other events will feature shopping opportunities: The North State Toy & Hobby Show Saturday and Sunday collectible toys, sports cards & sports memorabilia in the Scott Building. Sunday a wide variety of…

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