| 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 |
919-899-3532 (919-899-3532) |
| 2 |
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 |
| 2-3 |
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. General
admission Ages 6 and over is $8; Senior citizens admission
$6,
Ages 4 and under admitted free.
Special two-day general admission $14. Click
on
our website for more
info: www.gilaproductions.com |
Exposition Center |
alex@gilaproductions.com
919-495-3233 |
| 2-3 |
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
|
Graham Building |
dixieguns@aol.com
910-846-2555
FAX: 910-842-5336
|
| 2-3 |
70th North State Toy & Hobby Show
Antique to modern and collectible toys, including Barbie, diecast and plastic
models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Hallmark ornaments, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings,
Sci-Fi toys, western toys, NASCAR, etc. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading!
Hours are Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission
is $5 daily - Weekend pass $7. Age 15 and Under admitted Free.
www.insidepitch.com |
Scott Building |
919-553-4285
shows@insidepitch.com
|
| 2-3 |
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 |
| 5 |
*NC
Structural Pesticide Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 6 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 6-10 |
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 close on Wed. April 15
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 |
| 7 |
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Business Expo
Browse over 350 exhibitor booths and network with other business professionals
during the Chamber's annual Business Expo.
Hours are 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Call 919-664-7036 to R.S.V.P. for Seminars:
9:30 - 10:30: Low Cost/No Cost Strategies
for Sustainability and Business
11 am - 12 pm: A RoadMap for Sustainability Marketing
1 - 2 pm: I've Cut All I Can, Now What?
FREE admission with an Expo Ticket or business card,
$15 without an Expo Ticket or business card.
www.raleighchamber.org |
Graham Building |
919-664-7036
mcarruthers@raleighchamber.org
|
| 7 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Exposition Center |
800-553-6244 |
| 8-9 |
Tarheel Classic Plantation Walking
Horse Show
www.ppwhanc.com
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Kevin Gilliam 919-691-2569
|
| 8 |
*Mid Atlantic Hound Association Business Meeting
Not a public event. www.MAHAhounds.org.
|
MartinBuilding |
919-362-4427 ableaimkennels@aol.com |
| 8 |
*NC Public Safety and Crime Control
Employee Appreciation Day |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-733-2126 |
| 9 |
Cat Show
Tarheel Triangle Cat Fanciers' Cat Show all-breed
championship and household pet show.
Saturday May
9 - One-day Cat Show. Event Hours 9 am - 4 pm. Admission:
Adults
$5.00,
Seniors (Age 50+) & Students (Age 6-18)
$4.00, Children under 6 admitted free. |
Scott Building |
Info: 919-455-6774 mbmoore4@ncsu.edu
Participant/Exhibitors:
919-413-5892
|
| 10 |
*Meredith College
Commencement Contingency Site
www.meredith.edu |
Dorton Arena |
|
| 10 |
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. Minor on-site repairs.
Auction at 1 p.m. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3:30 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 |
Scott Building |
919-847-5393
jfmitch@juno.com |
| 12 |
*Emergency
Programs Training
www.ncagr.gov/oep |
Holshouser
Building |
919-807-4332 |
| 12 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Dorton Arena |
800-553-6244 |
| 13 |
A Golden Jubilee
The 13th 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 |
| 13 |
Raleigh Facilities Maintenance Expo
American Expo presents a trade show for building facility managers. Event
Hours: 9 am - 3 pm. Free admission.
www.facilitiesmaintenanceexpo.com
|
Scott Building |
704-847-7510
704-814-7040 Fax
americanexpo@gmail.com
|
| 14 |
*ACT Inc. - ASE Exams
www.act.org |
Dorton Arena |
800-553-6244 |
| 15 |
*Rex Healthcare 2009 Celebration
of Service www.rexhealthcare.com |
Exposition Center |
919-784-3436 |
| 15-17 |
72nd 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 |
Battle at the Expo - Boxing/Mixed
Martial Arts
Pro Boxing and mixed martial arts event.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Event begins at 7:30 pm
General Admission: $35
Ringside: $65
VIP Table Seating: $80
Discount Admission: Rapid Fitness MMA Members get $5 off price of ticket.
Advance tickets available at www.rapidfitness.com
On site tickets sales event day only at EXPOSITION
CENTER Lobby Box Office beginning at 12 noon.
|
Exposition Center |
pmarinaccio@nc.rr.com
Crystal Mcgill
919-239-4626 |
| 16 |
Carolina Roller Derby - Bout 3
Carolina Rollergirls brings back the fierce competition of flat-track roller
derby in their 2009 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
|
| 16 |
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 |
| 16 |
*Genworth Financial Family Picnic |
L. R. Harrill Center |
919-782-7184
|
| 17 |
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Mexican Rodeo - Gran jaripeo estilo tierra caliente!
and music featuring several popular US based Hispanic
bands: Flesc
"Te Quiero"; Beto u sus
canarios; Los Forsdteros de san luis; LA Autoridad de
la Sierra; Los Caminantes Los Chulos, Chulos, Chulos;
Banda Echizero's Musical; Climax; Arkangel; Fulanito;
Felo Master; Los Chicos Malos; Deto & Richie Lonador
Grupo; Bravo Norteno; La Kimi-K La Formula Musical Salvadorena;
Desemdoentes De Tierra Caliente; Dimension Banda De Tacupa
Michoagan; Pluma Blanca; Banda Guanajuatense; Lider
Musical; Jonny y Bruno Ayvar; Nando
Solja Kingz;
LaSonora Dinamita Cumbia Palsaborear; Los Chicos Malos.
Event Hours: 12 noon - 11 p.m.
Admission: $20 adults - age 12 and under admitted free. www.quirozentertainment.com
|
Rand Grandstand |
910-258-2089
lokka1c@yahoo.com |
| 17 |
District 4-H Horse Show |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-624-1014 |
| 19 |
*Gardeners of Wake County Club
Picnic http://www.gardenersofwakecounty.org |
Flower House |
919 847-9930 |
| 19 |
*World Trade Week Meetings |
Scott Building |
919-733-7912 |
| 20 |
*The Coalition Rally Sattelite
Parking |
Bunn Field |
919-865-8724 |
| 20 |
*NC
Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin
Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 20-23 |
Southern States Morgan Horse Show
www.morganhorse.com/news/event.php |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Fran Pugh
919-834-2191
fernbittner@earthlink.net
|
| 21-24 |
*Gold Leaf Sam's Camping Club |
Grounds |
|
| 22-25 |
“The Swim Spa & Hot
tub Spa Blowout Expo”
Telephone contact is 1-800-596-8387
Website link is www.spablowout.com
Hours Fri Noon-9, Sat 10-8, Sun 10-6, Mon10-6
FREE ADMISSION
|
Graham Building |
|
| 23 |
*Horton
Family Gathering
|
Harrill
Center |
|
| 23 |
Bird Fair
Raleigh Durham Caged Bird Society 21st Annual Pet Bird
Fair and Shows featuring a large display of birds
from around the world, large selection
of vendors and a huge
raffle. Don't miss the Cockatiel Show and the
Lovebird Show! 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 |
webmaster@rdcbs.org
Info Line:
919-266-0906
Exhibitors:
(919) 772-7234 |
| 24 |
Lebanese Festival
The 11th Annual Festival - A Celebration of Lebanese Culture & Cuisine
sponsored by the Triangle Lebanese Association features cultural food (full
Lebanese lunches, coffees and desserts), music and entertainment, art and
craft items and other cultural exhibits. Festival Hours: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Admission $2.
http://www.tlanc.org
|
Scott Building |
919-851-5187 or 919-380-1054
info@tlanc.org
Sponsor or Exhibitor Info:
Jihad Aboujaoude
919-367-8506
|
| 29-31 |
CDI-W/Y/J Raleigh & Capital Dressage
Classic
Grand Prix dressage. Children's festival on Saturday,
large trade fair, used tack and apparel sale, earphone
commentary with judges and all levels of dressage competition.
Hours: 8 am -
10
pm on
Friday & Saturday
- May 29-30, and 8 am - 4 pm on Sunday - May 31.
General
admission
tickets
are available at the gate: $6 per day.
www.cdi-raleigh.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-269-7307
jemrph@aol.com |
| 28-31 |
Raleigh Summer Boat Show & Sale
Boat Show and Sale presented by Choplin Marine - Event Hours: Noon -6 pm
on Thursday, Noon - 6 pm on Friday, 9 am - 6 pm on Saturday, and 10 am
- 5 pm on Sunday. Free admission.
www.carolinaboatshows.com |
Scott Building |
919-776-1004 |
| 30-31 |
Raleigh Health and Fitness Expo
presented by Clear Channel Raleigh
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.
Free Admission.
HOURS: 10 am - 5 pm - Sat & Sun
Event
Brochure
http://www.networkevents.tv/events/raleigh2009.cfm
|
Graham Building |
Event Info: 603-929-7494
mhurley@networkevents.tv
|
| 29-31 |
GOT TO BE NC FEST
Celebrate North Carolina as we "Spring into Summer" during the
second annual Got to be NC Festival, May 29-31. Come enjoy a mix of food,
music, carnival rides and games, antique farm equipment and grandstand
entertainment. And best of all, admission is free for all ages! The only
paid events are the grandstand shows each day and the Carolina Pig Jig
barbecue contest on Saturday. Come sample and buy food and wine from dozens
of North Carolina companies in the Food Expo, and treat your kids to the
petting zoo, pony rides and racing pigs. Check out the fabulous grandstand
shows with Draft Horse Pulls and Rocky the trick mule on Friday; Antique
Tractor Pulls on Saturday; and new to the State Fairgrounds Lawnmower
Racing on Sunday. Admission to each grandstand show is only $5. On Saturday
come enjoy the Carolina Pig Jig, where Masons from across North Carolina
will gather and cook whole pigs, shoulders and even chicken in a quest
for top trophies and prizes. And you're the winner with your $10 admission
to eat all the "Q" you can handle from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (And
kids under 12 eat free) Find bluegrass music and vintage crafts in the
Heritage Circle area, and listen as top area bluegrass bands compete on
Saturday afternoon for bragging rights and cash. And what festival would
be complete without a carnival full of rides, games and great food for
all ages? You want more? How about a collector car show on Friday evening
and a Harley ride-in and show on Saturday afternoon? How about a daily
tractor parade of the antique tractors on hand? And remember, it's FREE!!!
Event Hours:
Friday and Saturday, gates open 9 a.m.
to midnight
Sunday gates open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Food & Wine Expo - Exposition Center:
Friday and
Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Grandstand Events:
Draft Horse Pull: Friday 6
p.m. to 10 p.m.
Antique Tractor Pulls: Saturday
Noon to 9 p.m.
Lawnmower Racing: Sunday Noon to 9
p.m.
Carnival:
Friday and Saturday: 10 am - 12 midnight
Sunday: 10 am - 10 pm
Visit www.ncagfest.com for
a complete and updated schedule. Sponsored by the NC Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services, Steve Troxler, Commissioner.
|
Exposition Center, Grandstand, Heritage
Circle, Grounds |
919-733-7887
James.Knight@ncagr.gov
Automated
Info Line:
919-821-7400 Ext. 21
|