| 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 6 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.raleighfleamarket.net |
Commercial & Education
Bldgs.
Outside grounds |
919-899-FLEA (919-899-3532) |
| 1 |
*NCDA International Marketing Division
Meeting
|
Martin Building |
919-733-7912
|
| 2 |
*NC
Foods Advisory Council Meeting
|
Martin
Building |
919-733-7125 |
| 3 |
Wake County Agribusiness Breakfast
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
David Zimmerman
800-849-0248
|
| 3 |
*16th Annual Gold Star Grower Workshop |
Martin Building |
919-807-2923
|
| 3-5 |
Southern Farm Show
The largest agriculture exposition in the Carolinas and
Virginia. A major expansion onto the midway of the NC
State Fairgrounds means even more equipment, experts and
ideas. Filling the NC State Fairgrounds, the show features
over 500 manufacturers withexpert advice and 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 , Grounds |
1-800-849-0248
email for
info
|
| 4 |
NC Ag Development Forum
The 2010 Agricultural Development Forum will feature a panel of experts
talking about the credit outlook for farmers and Commissioner Steve
Troxler will deliver the first-ever State of Agriculture address. Farmers,
agribusiness professionals, commodity groups, farm organizations and
the public
are invited to register for this event to be held beginning at 9:30
a.m. - 12 noon on Thursday - February 4. Click here to register to
attend: http://www.ncagr.gov/agforum
|
Holshouser Building |
919-733-7125
|
| 4 |
FFA Truck Driving Contest
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Belinda Niedwick
919-515-4206
|
| 4-5 |
North Carolina Pork Council Conference
www.ncpork.org
|
Martin Building |
919-781-0361
|
| 5 |
NC Excellence in Agriculture Benefit
Breakfast Breakfast with Commissioner Steve Troxler
in support of the Tobacco Farm Life Musuem 8 a.m.
An annual
fundraising event for the Tobacco Farm Life Musuem.
www.tobaccofarmlifemuseum.org |
Holshouser Building |
919-733-7125
919-284-3431 |
| 5 |
Tobacco Growers Luncheon |
Holshouser Building |
1-800-849-0248 |
| 5 |
Southern National Draft Horse Pull
Giant percheron and belgian draft horses from across the nation compete for
prize money. Pre-show entertainment includes horse-drawn equipment demonstrations,
blue grass music and the Coon Mule Jump. Advance tickets will be sold at
the Gazebo inside Graham Building during the Southern Farm Show until 4pm
on Friday $8.00. Admission at Hunt Horse Complex is $10 (Age 6 and up)..
Age 5 and under admitted Free.
www.southernshows.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
800-849-0248
email
for info
|
| 6 |
*4-H
Youth Horse Judging Clinic
Clinic will provide training for 4-H, FFA and youth
horse judging teams to participate in educational
contests.
Hours: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
www.cals.ncsu.edu/an_science/extension/horse/hhmain.htm
|
Martin
Building |
Bob_Mowrey@ncsu.edu
919-515-5784 or 919-515-7871 |
| 6 |
*Gardiner- Sowers Lasagna Night
|
L.R. Harrill Center Dorms |
|
| 6-7 |
Double L Bar Cowboy Mounted Shooters
http://www.doublelbarshooters.com
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Mike Lubell
919-327-1355
|
| 7 |
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. |
| 9 |
*NC
Structural Pesticide Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 10 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 10 |
Pro Days LLC Trade Show
Largest selection of landscape and compact construction equipment in the
area. Classes and seminars on landscape maintenance offered. Free admission.
www.ncbobcat.com |
Scott Building |
919-781-7910
bmangum@ncbobcat.com |
| 11-14 |
NORTH CAROLINA INTERNATIONAL AUTO EXPO
Wake County New Vehicle Dealer Association presents the 23rd annual international
auto expo. More than 160,000 SF show - new production models and concept
cars representing more than a half-dozen car, truck and sports utility
vehicle manufacturers will be on display. Additional special attractions
and scheduled entertainment in Graham Sales Arena (daily) and Dorton
Arena. Fall in love with your car all over again at the special antique
car display in Dorton Arena on Saturday and Sunday at the NC International
Auto Expo.
Event hours are 12 noon. to 9 p.m on Thursday, 10
am to 9 pm on Friday, 9 am to 9 pm on Saturday,
and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Sunday.
Admission: $6 Adults* 13 to 60; $5 Over 60; $4 Ages 6-12; Free admission
for Under Age 6. Click on our weblink for additional information. www.ncautoexpo.com |
Graham Building,
Exposition Center,
Dorton Arena |
919-219-3903
info@ncautoexpo.com |
| 12 |
*NC
Green Meeting
|
Martin
Building |
919-839-4527 |
| 12-13 |
Carousel Farms NBRA Bull Riding Finals
Doors open 5:30 pm Event starts at 7:30 each night.
Admission: VIP reserved seating and $10 general admission
- kids
5 and under admitted free. Ticket Sales & Information
919-872-6898 or purchase tickets at the Bull Chute
Western Store.
www.carouselfarmsraleigh.com or www.NCRAFinals.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Jeff Mullens 919-796-8375
|
| 13 |
*India Fest Performer Practice
www.nuvyug.org |
Holshouser Building |
919-271-8983
info@nuvyug.org |
| 13-14 |
The
National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show
Show
focuses on self-employment opportunities for individuals
wanting to start up a full or part-time business
of their own, or wishing to add on to their existing
business EVENT HOURS 10 AM - 5 PM Saturday and
11 AM - 4 PM Sunday......Admission $5.00 www.FranchiseShowInfo.com
|
Scott
Building |
800-891-4859 info@nationalevent.com |
| 17-18 |
*NC Bus Inspections Program
|
Scott Building |
|
| 18-21 |
Raleigh Winter II Hunter Show
Hunter Jumper Horse Show - Daily show begins at 8 a.m. Free admission.
www.trianglefarms.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-556-7321
HorseShows@trianglefarms.com
|
| 19 |
*NC DMV Law Enforcement Meeting |
L. R. Harrill Center |
|
| 19-21 |
Carolina Powerboat Show &
Sale
Raleigh's longest running family boat show in Eastern
North Carolina - from pleasure to fishing, this show
offers a one stop shop for the interested boat buyer.
Featuring boats of all makes and models, ski equipment,
electronics,
and
boat services and equipment. Show Hours: Friday noon
- 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.
-
5 p.m. Admission: adults $7; seniors Ages 60 and over
$6; jr. boater ages 6-12 $5, ages 5 and under admitted
free.
www.ncboatshows.com
|
Graham Building
|
336-855-0208
info@ncboats.com
Show Office during Event:
919-832-6936 |
19-21 |
Field of Dreams Cat Club - Purrfect
Love Show
Come see up to 200 cats in 14 competition rings over
two days. Cat will be judged by judges licensed by the
International Cat Association. Vendors with wonderful
items for sale for you and your cat. All cats in competition
can be seen in the showhall on both days. Show Hours
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission:
Adults
$5 (Students & Seniors $4), Children ages 2-12 $3
(Under age 2 admitted Free).
http://vanadis.cnc.net/Dreams/2010flyer.htm |
Holshouser Building |
vanadis@nc.rr.com
919-870-8624 |
| 20 |
Raleigh
All Ford Show & Swap Meet
Don't miss this indoors All Ford Show featuring 100 Ford parts vendor booths,
all Ford car corral, and seminars on Ford projects and repairs. Event Hours:
9 am - 3 pm. Admission: $7
(Show cars $15 -includes driver admission, car corral
$25, vendor space $85.)
|
Scott Building |
704-847-7510
704-814-7040 Fax
americanexpo@gmail.com
|
| 20 |
Carolina Rollergirls Scrimmage-A-Thon
This is a private scrimmage event between inter-league teams. No general
public allowed.
Carolina Rollergirls brings back the fierce competition
of flat-track roller derby
in their
2010 series.
Regular
season
opens with
Bout
1 on April 18. Click for advance ticket and season ticket info:www.carolinarollergirls.com |
Dorton Arena |
eviled@carolinarollergirls.com |
20-21
|
Health Choices Marketplace
An expo of natural, holistic, integrative, and alternative health professionals,
products and services. These professionals are available to inform and educate
people with resources for their journey toward wellness. Seminars on a variety
of vital health topics will be given throughout the weekend. Event hours
are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday Noon. to 6 p.m. Admission $6 Adults
- children under 12 admitted free. Check our website for event updates.
www.HealthChoicesMarketplace.com |
Exposition Center |
Jim@HealthChoicesMarketplace.com |
| 2/22-24 |
*NC Standards Division Inspector
Training |
L. R. Harrill Center |
919-733-3313
|
| 2/23-24 |
*NC Bar Exams |
Exposition Center,
Dorton Arena |
919-677-0561 |
| 23-24 |
*Charlotte
Law School
Law Graduate Student Reception
|
Scott Building Mezzanine Level |
|
| 23-24 |
NC DOT Pavement Marking Seminar
www.ncdot.org/~wztc |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Peggy Seymore
919-773-2983 |
| 2/23-25 |
Eastern Technical Associates Smoke
School
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Training to read visible emissions;
Program offers a 6 month certification in EPA regulation
Method-9.
www.eta-is-opacity.com |
Midway |
919-878-3188 |
| 24 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 26 |
*Farmer's
Market Training Program
NCDA program 9 am - 3 pm
|
Martin
Building |
919-733-7887
x 257 |
| 26-28 |
Native American Indian Art Show
A Native American art show and sale from the southwestern tribes and pueblos.
Including Santa Clara, San El Defonso, Acoma, Laguna and Navajo.. Hundreds
of articles including jewelry,
drums, bows, lances, rugs, pottery, Kachina dolls, artifacts,
framed
art work
and other high quality southwestern art. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m on
Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is FREE. |
Holshouser Building |
800-999-3142 |
| 26-28 |
21st Annual N.C. RV & Camping
Show
Consumer recreational vehicle camping show. Visit our website below for additional
event information. Event hours are Friday noon. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10
a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and
children age 12 and under admitted free. Click on our link for more info
and discount admission info:
www.agievents.com |
Dorton Arena,
Graham Building,
Exposition Center
|
804-425-6556 or 800-441-0013
info-va@agievents.com |
| 27 |
P.A.S. Horse Auction
Horse Auction - selling Quarter Horses and Paint
Horses for show, pleasure and breeding. Free admission.
9 a.m. Demonstration of sale horses
Sale begins 11 a.m.
www.professionalauction.com
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Mike or Tim Jennings
800-240-7900
FAX: 540-955-0881
info@professionalauction.com |
| 27 |
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
(Barn E Ring)
|
lizholmes@mebtel.net
919-765-2559
|
| 27-28 |
Body Mind Spirit Expo
Holistic living expo - heatlh, wellness and metaphysical booths and lectures.
Body Mind Spirit Expo is the largest health and wellness expo in the U.S.
Come
explore
over
100
exhibitor
booths and 70 free lectures. Hours are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Admission covers both days - $12 for
adults and children under age 10 are admitted free. For more information
email mollie@bmse.net or call 919-661-2282.
Visit the web site for a $2 discount coupon: www.bmse.net/
|
Scott Building |
541-482-3722 |