| 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 |
| 2 |
Jefferson-Jackson Dinner
Annual
Jefferson-Jackson Dinner with elected officials
and guests from across North Carolina. www.ncdp.org
|
Dorton Arena |
919-821-2777
|
| 2-3 |
Tommie Turvey Shows
Triangle
Wide Horseman's Association and Nobody's Horses
Promotions present.....A night of Amazing Horses
- Tommie Turvey: Equine Extremist and sister Karen
entertain and amaze with thrilling stunts and hilarious
comedy. Show time: 7 :00 pm on May 2 and 3. General
Admission is $22. Special rates available for groups
of 25+
For tickets call Sammy at 919-208-3422 www.nobodyshorses.com
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-208-3422
drdonhoglund@nobodyshorses.com
|
| 3 |
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. Silent Auctions 1
pm. Auction at 2 p.m. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2:30 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 |
Holshouser Building |
919-847-5393
jfmitch@juno.com |
| 3 |
Young Champions Karate & Cheer State
Competitions
The cheer competition for ages 4-14 will be held from
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Karate competition begins at
3:00 pm. Spectator Admission is free. 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 |
919-779-0878
youngchampionsnc@bellsouth.net |
| 3 |
*Genworth Financial Family Picnic |
L. R. Harrill Center |
919-782-7184
|
| 3-4 |
The Carolina Reptile & Exotic Animal
Show
National breeders and manufacturers selling reptiles,
birds and mammals along with cages, food and supplies,
and live
animal shows and seminars on animal breeding and care.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m on Saturday and Sunday. Admission
is $8;Children ages 5-10 admission $6, Ages 4 and under
admitted free.
Click
on
our website for more
info: www.gilaproductions.com |
Exposition Center |
alex@gilaproductions.com
919-495-3233 |
| 3-4 |
Dixie Gun & Knife Classic
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms,
custom made knives, shooting and hunting supplies and
accessories ....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
|
| 3-4 |
Triangle Wide Horseman's Association
All breed spring 2-day show - event begins a 9 am
daily. Free admission. www.trianglewidehorsemansassociation.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Sammy Jenkins
919-362-8203 |
| 6 |
*NC
Structural Pesticide Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 6-8 |
*School Bus Pilot Model Inspection |
Scott Building |
919-807-4517
|
| 7 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 7 |
A Golden Jubilee
The 12th Annual Golden Jubilee Senior
Expo is the largest of its kind in the Carolinas. This
event
offers
upbeat information and products that promote healthy
being for people 50+ and their families. Enjoy free
health screenings, 150 exhibitors showcasing products
and services, stage
entertainment
and seminars, as well as dance and exercise classes.
Proceeds benefit Resources for Seniors, Inc, a nonprofit
organization
serving older adults in the community. ADMISSION IS FREE.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. www.goldenjubileeexpo.com/ |
Graham Building |
kimberly@rfsnc.org
Event Info: 919-713-1530 Vendor/Exhibitor Info:
919-713-1543
or
919-713-1592 |
| 8 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Exposition Center |
800-553-6244 |
| 9 |
*NCDA Hay Celebration
This is a private event for staff recognition. |
Martin Building |
919-733-2195 |
| 8-10 |
Tarheel Classic Plantation Walking
Horse Show
Free Spectator Admission. Event hours are:
Thursday - May 8: 1 - 10 pm.
Friday and Saturday - May 9-10: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Includes
Flat Shof, TWH / SSH / Racking Horses versatility events,
Dressage, Barrell Racing, Pole Bending, Trail Obstacles,
Pleasure Driving, Reining and Western Riding
www.ppwhanc.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-556-0161
caballera@embarqmail.com |
| 9 |
*Starbucks Employee Open Forum
This is a private event for staff recognition. |
L.R. Harrill Center |
|
| 9-10 |
*Shaw University Commencement
Rehearsal/Graduation/Reception
The Shaw University Commencement Rehearsal is a required
event for graduating seniors from the University in
preparation for the Shaw University Commencement Ceremony.
www.shawuniversity.edu
www.shawu.edu/graduation/main.htm
|
Exposition Center/Dorton Arena |
919-546-8330 |
| 9-11 |
Mid Atlantic Hound
Association Dog Show
Judging for the Mid-Atlantic Hound Association Hound
Group Dog Show begins at 9:00 am daily. AKC registered
dogs in the breeds included in the Hound Group are eligible
for entry. Entries closed on Wed. April 18 at the Superintendent's
office. Non-entered dogs are not permitted in the
building. Admission for spectators is FREE. Baby
carriages and strollers are not permitted in the building.
The dog show is open to AKC-registered hound breeds
and is comprised of the following breeds: Afghan Hounds,
Basenjis, Basset
Hounds,
Beagles
(not
exceeding 13 inches), Beagles (13 to 15 inches), Black
& Tan Coonhounds, Bloodhounds, Borzois, Dachshunds
(Longhaired), Dachshunds (Smooth), Dachshunds (Wirehaired),
Harriers,
Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Norwegian Elkhounds,
Otter Hounds, Foxhounds (American), Foxhounds (English),
Greyhounds, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, Rhodesian
Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds, and Whippets.
For information on each hound breed, visit www.MAHAhounds.org.
For entry info: www.bpdsonline.com |
Holshouser Building |
919-362-4427 ableaimkennels@aol.com |
| 10 |
Cat Show
Tarheel Triangle Cat Fanciers' Cat Show all-breed
championship and household pet show.
Saturday May
10 - One-day Cat Show. Event Hours 9 am - 4 pm. Admission
Adults
$5,
Seniors & Students
$3.00, Children $4.00 www.ipass.net/~ttcf |
Scott Building |
Info: 919-455-6774 mbmoore4@ncsu.edu
Participant/Exhibitors:
919-513-6052
|
| 10-11 |
Carolina Kids Expo & Baby Show
The Carolina Kids Expo is an interactive family event
that draws parents and kids of all ages together
for a weekend of
education, entertainment, and fun. Exhibitors are businesses
and organizations that provide services, programs,
or
products for families with children - performances,
demonstrations, games and prizes, educational
exhibits, stage activities,and interactive
booths. Event hours: Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun.
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.
www.CarolinaKidExpo.com |
Graham Building |
919-791-0510
919-790-0508 Fax
Kidexpo@nc.rr.com |
| 11 |
*Meredith College
Commencement Contingency Site
www.meredith.edu |
Dorton Arena |
|
| 11 |
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Mexican Rodeo, vendors and music - featuring 6 hispanic
bands. Admission: $20 for Adults - under age 12 admitted
free. Event Hours: 1 PM - 8 PM * Sunday * May 11
|
Rand Grandstand
|
910-258-5239 |
| 12 |
*NC Grain Graders Meeting |
Martin Building |
919-733-7136 |
| 13 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Dorton Arena |
800-553-6244 |
| 14 |
*NC Division of Prisons Annual
Programs Conference |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-838-4000 |
| 14 |
*NCDA & CS Ag Statistics
Employee Appreciation
Day |
Martin Building |
919-733-7295 |
| 15 |
*CAI Manager Workshop |
Martin Building |
919-929-9312 |
| 15 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Dorton Arena |
800-553-6244 |
| 15 |
State of NC School Bus Roadeo |
Midway/Martin |
919-856-8056 |
| 16 |
*NC Public Safety and Crime Control
Employee Appreciation Day |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-733-2126 |
| 16 |
*Rex Healthcare 2008 Celebration
of Service www.rexhealthcare.com |
Exposition Center |
919-784-3436 |
| 16-18 |
Sportscard and Sports Memorabilia
3-Day Show
Over 80 exhibitors will be buying, selling and trading
vintage to new sportscards, memorabilia, Nascar, etc.
on over 200 tables! Special guests to be announced.
Show Hours: Friday 2 - 7 pm, Saturday 10 am -
5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Admission: $5 daily; Weekend
Pass $7. Free admission for Ages 15 and under.
www.insidepitch.com |
Scott Building |
Ray or Dot Mozingo
919-553-4285 |
| 16-6/1 |
Circus Extravaganza
SHOWTIME:
Monday through Friday - 1 Show each night 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 3 Big Shows daily:
1pm - 3pm / 4 - 6 pm / 7 - 9 pm
Admission: Adult $12 and Child $5 - One child age
14 and under admitted free with each paid adult ticket.
Free ticket giveaways on LaLey Radio and Univision. Click
on attached weblink for a $2 discount coupon for adult
admission.
www.circusextravaganza.com |
Corner of Blue Ridge & Trinity Roads |
Alfonzo Esqueda
941-320-6750 alfoe@netzero.net |
| 17 |
*Becerra Family Celebration
|
L.R. Harrill Center |
|
| 17 |
Wake County 4-H Horse Show
Wake County all youth horse show. Free Admission
http://wake.ces.ncsu.edu |
Hunt Horse Complex |
heather.tart@co.wake.nc.us
919-250-1093 |
| 17-18 |
The NBC 17 Health & Fitness Expo
This FREE-to-the-public event is designed to capture the
attention of tens of thousands of health conscious consumers
and offers dancing, aerobics, health tests and screenings,
jazzercising, soccer, rock climbing, a community blood
drive and much more! Tons of fun family activities combined
with important health and medical information to help
our community get healthy and fit. HOURS: 10 am - 5 pm
- Sat & Sun
www.networkevents.tv
www.nbc17.com/healthandfitnessexpo |
Graham Building |
Event Info: 603-927-7494
mhurley@networkevents.tv
Exhibitor Inquiries:
703-933-2687 |
| 18 |
Carolina Roller Derby - Bout 3
Carolina Rollergirls brings back the fierce competition of flat-track roller
derby in their 2008 series.
Doors open at 5 p.m., First half begins 6 p.m., first period intermission
6:25 p.m., second period begins 6:40 p.m., second period intermission 7:05
p.m., third period begins 7:20 p.m. Game ends 7:45 p.m. Bout Day admission:$14
Adults, $8 with college ID, $7 children (age 5 and under - 2 per adult
admitted free). Advance admission $10 Adults, $5 children
www.carolinarollergirls.com
|
Dorton Arena |
eviled@
carolinarollergirls.com
|
| 18 |
District 4-H Horse Show |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-965-3194 |
| 20 |
*Sandy Corporation 2008 ICTA SEE
Tour |
Exposition Center |
248-458-2712 |
| 20 |
*Gardeners of Wake County Club
Picnic http://www.gardenersofwakecounty.org |
Flower House |
919 847-9930 |
| 21 |
*NCDA&CS Employee Appreciation
Day |
Scott Building |
919-733-7125 |
| 21 |
NC State Employee
Wellness Fair - CANCELLED |
Graham Building |
919-733-9260
RHicks@dot.state.nc.us |
| 21 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 21 |
*Easter Seals Coalition Popcorn
Rally Sattelite Parking |
Lower Bunn |
919-865-8724 |
| 21-24 |
Southern States Morgan Horse Show
www.morganhorse.com/news/event.php |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Fran Pugh
919-834-2191
fernbittner@earthlink.net
|
| 22 |
*Whole Foods South Region Summit
A private by invitation event. |
Exposition Center |
919-733-7887 |
| 22-26 |
*Gold Leaf Sam's Camping Club |
Grounds |
|
| 23-25 |
Piano Sale
Sale features new and used pianos.
Event Hours: Fri. By Appointment.; Sat.& Sun. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is free. www.mauspiano.com |
Holshouser Building |
919-782-8391
info@mauspiano.com |
| 24 |
Bird Fair
Raleigh Durham Caged Bird Society 20th Annual Pet Bird
Fair and Shows featuring a large display of exotic
birds from around the world, large selection of vendors
and a huge raffle. Admission is FREE. Help us support
avian related activities, and come see the birds and
learn about these beautiful creatures from our club
members.
Event
hours
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
www.rdcbs.org |
Scott Building |
dvoraknc@netzero.com
Info Line:
919-779-1206
Exhibitors:
919-266-4935 |
| 24 |
Ruckus In The Cage
Ruckus in the Cage "Capital Punishment" invades Dorton Arena. RITC is Raleigh's
premier mixed martial arts show where you can see live MMA cage fighting
action.
Doors open at 6:30 pm - Event begins at 7:30 pm.
General admission $30
Reserved Seats $45
Premium Reserved (Rows 2-5) $60
Cageside (1st Row) $100
For more information and click on:
www.RuckusInTheCage.com
|
Dorton Arena |
1-800-597-8624
csmith@ruckusinthecage.com
|
| 24 |
*Rollins Lab Employee Appreciation
Day
|
L.R. Harrill Center |
|
| 25 |
*Gandarilla Family Celebration
|
L.R. Harrill Center |
|
| 29 |
Raleigh Facilities
Maintenance Expo
Raleigh Construx Expo
American Expo presents a trade show for building facility
managers and general contractors. Includes seminar by
Ralph W. Peters of The Maintenance Excellence Institute.
Event Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Free admission
www.construxEXPO.COM
www.facilitiesmaintenanceexpo.com |
Scott Building |
704-847-7510
704-814-7040 Fax
americanexpo@gmail.com |
| 5/30-6/1 |
CDI-W Ral./Capital Dressage Classic
International dressage competition - large trade
fair, children's festival on Saturday with pony rides
and exhibitions. Olympic games qualifying event Grand
Prix Freestyles on Saturday night. The gate opens at
7:00 am and classes start at 8:00 am -
10:30
pm on
Friday & Saturday
- May 30-31, and 8:00 am - 6:00 pm on Sunday June 1.
General
admission
tickets
are available at the gate: $6 per day.
www.cdi-raleigh.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-269-7307(Event Info)
(Participant Line
starting May 28):
919-828-9478
jemrph@aol.com |
| 5/31-6/1 |
North Carolina Junior Beef Roundup
Youth Livestock Show including steer and breed shows, and showmanship competition.
The North Carolina Junior Beef Round-Up is planned and run by a group of
juniors from throughout North Carolina, their breed advisors, the Purebred
Breeders Council, the North Carolina Cattlemen's Association and the NCSU
4-H and Youth Livestock Department. Event competition begins Saturday and
Sunday at 7:30 am.
www.cals.ncsu.edu/an_sci/extension/animal/4hyouth/jbru06.htm |
Graham Building |
919-515-4467
Brent Jennings
brent_jennings@ncsu.edu
|
| 31-6/1 |
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 |