| Date |
Event
* indicates the event is not open to the public |
Building |
Contact Info |
| every Sat. & Sun. |
The Flea Market is open
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Each weekend,
the Commercial and Education buildings and the outside
grounds are host to hundreds of dealers, craftsmen, and
booths. www.ncstatefair.org/fleamarket/
|
Commercial & Education
Bldgs.
Outside grounds |
919-829-3533 |
| 4-6 |
Kids Exchange Consignment Sale
Click on our website for more details. Free Admission
- all items 1/2 price on Sunday.
Wed. Jan. 2: Volunteers Only 3 - 8 p.m.
Thurs.Jan. 3: Consignors Only 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Open to the public:
Fri. Jan. 4: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat. Jan. 5: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun. Jan. 6: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Winnie the Pooh, Elmo, Spiderman and many more will visit
the Kids Exchange on Saturday 1/5 – also FREE moonbounce
from Noon – 5 pm on Saturday.
www.kidsexchange.net |
Graham Building |
919-841-9131
amy@kidsexchange.net |
| 5 |
2008 Making Magic Motorsports Expo
The 2nd Annual 2008 Making Magic Motorsports Expo fundraiser
will be held on January 5, 2008 at Dorton Arena. The Making
Magic Alliance helps to promote the health, economic and
educational success of vulnerable children and families
in Wake County. This one-day fundraising event will bring
together the world of NASCAR and the National Hod Rod
Association (NHRA) through a variety of activities.
Rev up your New Year by viewing top racecars, challenge
your need for speed in virtual racecar simulators, view
and bid on specialty items provided by racing teams and
community/business partners for the silent auction, and
bring the children for magical fun at the Giant Magic
Children's Corner with inflatables, X-Box Challenge, and
games/activities for all ages. Entertainment on the ½
hour from magicians, to dance groups, singers, bands and
featuring the International Rope Skipping team the Bouncing
Bulldogs. General Admission - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Age 11-Adult: $7.00
Age 6-10: $3.00 Under 6 is FREE! Group discount applied
to tickets purchased in groups of 10!
Entertainment and event schedule to be posted soon.
www.makingmagicalliance.org |
Dorton Arena |
919-212-9588
karen.brewer@co.wake.nc.us
kwilliams@co.wake.us |
| 5 |
Stallion Exposition
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Aaron Maye
919-612-1309 |
| 5-6 |
Wedding Show
Over 200 of the area's top wedding professionals will
be on hand to assist you with your dream wedding. Hourly
fashion shows, entertainment and fabulous prizes await
you. Hours are Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday,
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10. Brides can save
on admission by pre-registering on the web.
foreverbridal.net
|
Exposition
Center |
919-873-1700
info@foreverbridal.net |
| 5-6 |
Old North State Antique Gun & Military
Collector Show
Antique guns, U.S. and foreign military arms and memorabilia exhibited, bought,
sold, and traded - WWI, WWII, Civil War, Vietnam, and other conflicts. Hours
are Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission
is $6 for adults, $1 for children 6 -12 and free for children under 6.
www.thecarolinatrader.com |
Scott Building |
Richard
Shields
704-282-1339 |
| 8 |
NCStructural Pest Control & Pesticides
Board Meeting
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 9 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 11 |
*Sears Contracting Training Seminar
www.searscontract.com |
Dorton Arena |
919-754-0750 |
| 11-13 |
Bass & Salt Water Fishing Expo
Complete fishing show including boats, tackle, fish displays,
charters, seminars, electronics and instruction - A show
for the serious fisherman. Show Hours are Friday 10 a.m.
to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday 10 a.m.
to 5 p.m. Admission is adults $7, Seniors(60+) $6, Jr.
Angler (Ages 8-14) $5. Ages 8 and under admitted free.
www.ncboatshows.com
|
Graham Building &
Exposition Center |
336-855-0208
ncboatshow@aol.com
|
| 11 |
*Sears Contracting Training Seminar
www.searscontract.com |
Dorton Arena |
919-754-0750 |
| 12 |
*AgCarolina Financial Employee
Event
|
Martin Building |
919-250-9500 |
| 12 |
Young Champions Tri-State Cheer Showcase
Cheerleading competition for ages 4-14 will be held from
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Hip-Hop America competition 9:30
- 3:00 p.m. Spectator Admission is FREE. Cheer and karate
classes are offered year-round to promote physical fitness,
good sportsmanship, confidence and competitive spirit
and competitions are held each session.
www.youngchampionsofamerica.com |
Dorton Arena |
919-779-0352
yoolin@bellsouth.net |
| 12 |
ASAC Academy Show (Barn E Ring)
American Saddlebred Association of the Carolinas (ASAC)
Winter Tournament for students currently taking riding
lessons. Tournament will be judged on basic riding skills.
Event is free spectator admission and beings at 11:00
am. |
Hunt Horse Complex |
lizholmes@mebtel.net
919-563-5992 |
| 12-13 |
Roping
Team Roping. Free Admission.
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Tom Shelton
336-629-8201
Registration:
336-215-5521 |
| 12-13 |
65th North State Toy & Hobby Show
More than 100 exhibitors will be selling antique to modern
toys including Barbie, die cast models, NASCAR and more.
Hours are Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 daily for adult (Weekend
Pass $7), ages 15 and under are free. For discount coupon
visit our Web site.
www.insidepitch.com |
Scott Building |
Ray Mozingo
919-553-4285
shows@insidepitch.com |
| 12-13 |
Carolina Coin and Stamp Show
Coins, postcards and stamps (U.S., foreign, ancient, gold
& silver) will be available. Dealers will be
selling foreign, domestic and ancient currency. Hours
are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission
is free. |
Holshouser Building |
Dot Hendrick
919-828-9450 |
| 15 |
*Brodie Contracting Training Event |
Graham Hall of Fame Room and Sales Arena |
919-782-2482
|
| 16-19 |
*NC Pumper Group & Portable Toilet
Group Training Seminar www.mccleesconsulting.com
|
Martin Building |
252-249-1097
|
| 18-19 |
Piedmont Racing Expo & Auction
Racing trade show and area's largest consignment auction
of racing related parts, tools and equipment. Consignments
Accepted on Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Event Hours:
Doors Open 1 Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday
Racing parts Auction begins 5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday.
Rolling Stock Auction begins 2 p.m. Saturday
Admission: $10 each day.
www.phillipwalkerauctions.com
|
Exposition Center |
919-732-7024
Email |
| 18-19 |
*Boys Scouts Camping |
L.R. Harrill Center Dorms |
|
| 17-23 |
NC League of Equine Centers
Presents the 2008 LEAGUE FOOTING ACADEMY & ANNUAL
SYMPOSIUM www.laec.info |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-828-9478 |
| 19 |
Champion Cheerleading Competition
Competition begins at 10 a.m. Spectator Admission (Ages
4 and up) $10.
www.championcheer.com |
Dorton Arena |
919-851-5436 |
| 19-20 |
RTP Club Flyball Tournament
Flyball is a fast-paced family-oriented dog sport that
has become a hit on Animal Planet and ESPN's Great Outdoor
Games. Dogs and people alike go wild over this relay race
with 4 dogs per team. Each dog jumps 4 hurdles and steps
on a spring loaded box, which shoots out a tennis ball.
The dog catches the ball and runs back over the 4 hurdles.
When the dog crosses the starting line the next dog goes.
The first team to have all 4 dogs run without errors wins
the heat. Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free admission.
www.flyballdogs.com/dgf |
Holshouser Building |
919-787-8048
doggonefast@yahoo.com |
| 19-20 |
Dixie Gun & Knife Classic
Buy, sell or trade. Modern, collectible and antique firearms, knives, accessories,
military surplus....too much to list...something for the whole family.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Admission is $8 for adults and children under 12 are free with paying
adult. Visit our website for a $1 discount admission coupon. www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com dixieguns@aol.com
|
Graham Building |
Ken
Fields
910-846-2555
FAX: 910-842-5336
|
| 19 |
Toy Train Sale and Swap Meet
Over 100 vendors featuring Lionel, K-Line, MTH, American
Flyer, "N", "HO", "O", "S". and
"G" gauge trains, accessories, track, switches and hard
to find parts. Hands-on layouts and train races for the
children (no age restrictions, Loaner Engine available).
Replacement parts available for Lionel & American
Flyer Trains. Minor on-site repairs. Hours are 10 a.m.
to 3 p.m. Silent Auction at 1 p.m. Regular Auction at
2 p.m. General admission is $5 for adults ($1 off coupon
in News & Observer or Event Flyer), free for children
under age 13 accompanied by paying adult.
www.se-tca.org |
Scott Building |
919-847-5393
jfmitch@juno.com.
|
| 20 |
*Carolina Roller Interleague Practice
THIS IS NOT A PUBLIC EVENT.
Click for competition calendar and season ticket info:
www.carolinarollergirls.com |
Dorton Arena |
Email
for more info |
| 23 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 24 |
Commodities
Ag Disaster Meeting
www.ncagr.com
|
Martin
Building |
919-733-7125 |
| 25-27 |
NCHJA "C" Indoors
Hunter Jumper Horse Show. Daily show begin at 8 a.m.
Free admission.
www.trianglefarms.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Becca Mispel
919-556-7321
Trifarms@aol.com
|
| 26 |
Chinese New Year Celebration
Join us at the Triangle's largest Chinese New Year
Festival. It's with tremendous pride that we share the
festive and charming culture with all our Triangle friends.
Celebrate the Year of the Mouse with the Chinese entertainment,
food, exhibits, essay content, and children's activities
Event Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission: $5.00 for Ages
7 and over. Group of 20 or more $4.50 each Advance Tickets
available online at
www.nctacas.org |
Exposition Center |
919-625-1207 |
| 26 |
*Gardiner- Sowers Lasagna Night |
L.R. Harrill Center Dorms |
|
| 26 |
Jamfest - Jam Bash Nationals
Cheer and Dance Competitions 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. - Spectator
admission is free.
www.jamfest.com |
Dorton Arena |
866-JAMFEST
(866-526-3378)
ujam@jamfest.com |
| 26 |
*NC
Eastern Quarter Horse Annual Meeting
www.EQHNC.com |
Martin
Building |
910-892-3221 |
| 26-27 |
66th Sports Card Collectibles Show
Nearly 70 exhibitors and 175 tables will be selling sport
cards and NASCAR collectibles at the show. Negro League
guest appearance on both days with Larry LeGrande. Hours
are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Admission is $5 daily - weekend pass $7.
Children ages 15 and under are admitted free.
www.insidepitch.com |
Scott Building |
Ray Mozingo
919-553-4285
shows@insidepitch.com |
| 30 |
Wake County Agribusiness Breakfast |
Hunt Horse Complex |
David Zimmerman
800-849-0248 |
| 30 |
Southern Farm Exhibitors Party |
Holshouser Building |
800-849-0248 |
| 1/30-2/1 |
Southern Farm Show
The major agriculture exposition in the Carolinas and
Virginia. Filling the NC State Fairgrounds, the show features
hundreds of manufacturers with the latest farm equipment,
supplies and services. Events include the FFA tractor
and truck driving competitions, the annual meeting of
the Tobacco Growers Association of NC, and the Southern
National Draft Horse Pull. Hours are 9 a.m. - 4
p.m. daily. Free admission
www.southernfarmshow.com |
Dorton Arena, Graham Building,
Scott Building, Exposition Center, Hunt Horse Complex |
1-800-849-0248
email
|
| 31 |
FFA Truck Driving Contest |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Belinda Niedwick
919-515-4206 |
| 31 |
NC Ag Development Forum
The Agricultural Development Forum is an opportunity for
commodity groups, farm organizations and the public to
help shape North Carolina’s view on legislation
pending in Congress that could affect North Carolina agriculture.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. www.ncagr.com/paffairs/AgDevelopmentForum.htm |
Holshouser Building |
919-733-7125 |