| 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. Saturdays and Sundays. The Flea Market
will close Sunday, Sept. 23, in preparation of the annual State
Fair and reopen on Saturday, Nov. 3. www.ncstatefair.org/fleamarket/ |
Commercial & Education Bldgs.
& outside grounds |
919-829-3533 |
| 8/30- 9/3 |
Kennel Club Dog Shows
AKC (American Kennel Club) registered dogs will compete each
day for points leading to championships, as well as dog obedience
trials for degrees and obedience championship points.
All breed dog judging, obedience and rally trials - a different
Kennel Club hosts competitions each day. The schedule is: Thursday,
Cary Kennel Club; Friday, Alamance Kennel Club; Saturday, Durham
Kennel Club; Sunday, Salisbury Kennel Club, and Monday, Raleigh
Kennel Club. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission
for Monday is $5.00 for adults, $2.00 for senior adults and
children 7-11 years of age. wwwraleighkennelclub.org
|
Graham Building |
Patricia Babuin
919-787-3631
ralkennel@aol.com |
| 8/31- 9/3 |
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral &
Jewelry Show
Show includes loose gems, pearls, beads and fossils, minerals,
crystals and stone carvings, antique, classic, American Indian
and contemporary jewelry (14-carat gold and sterling silver).
Jewelers and wire wrappers available for designing and setting
stones, remounts or repairs. Admission: Adults $4 - under 16
admitted free. Show hours: Friday: noon - 7, Saturday: 10 a.m.
- 6 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Monday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Scott Building |
(804) 746-7663
bhaney8081@aol.com |
| 8/31- 9/3 |
Equestrian Exchange Consignment
Sale
Equestrian Exchange Consignment Sale offers the opportunity
to buy and consign unwanted horse-related items, saddles and
tack, show atttire and barn supplies. Items accepted from and
offered to all disciplines of riding and all levels of riding.
Closeouts from tack stores, items from barn closings and openings,
all disciplines equipment for showing and training, trail riding,
driving and much more. Everything related to the equestrian
sport is encouraged for consignment (Consignors must be pre-registered).
Receiving date (drop off your items) is
Thursday 8/30: 9 am - 5 pm Pick-up unsold items Tuesday
9/4:10 am - 1pm
OPEN TO PUBLIC - Admission is FREE.
Hours are Friday thru Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Monday
- Sept. 3 from 10 am - 5 p.m. www.EquestrianExchange.com
|
Holshouser Building |
336-697-1097
equestriansale@aol.com
|
| 1 |
*Byrd-McNeill Family Reunion |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-772-4612 |
| 1 |
N.C. State CALS Alumni and Friends Tailgate
Party
Activities include live bluegrass band, hands-on exhibits related
to agriculture and the life sciences, childrens area and a magician.
Displays from college departments, related organizations and
student clubs. An auction will be held to benefit student scholoarships.
All you can eat buffet with shrimp, fish, chicken and barbecue.
Time of tailgate is determined by kickoff time - check back
10 days before the event. Admission is $14 for adults, $7 for
ages 3 to 10 and free for 2 and under. www.cals.ncsu.edu
|
Dorton Arena |
(919) 515-6212
julia_brooksl@ncsu.edu. |
| 1-2 |
NCDCTA Labor of Love Dressage Show
Dressage competition - daily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Spectator
admission is Free.
www.cdi-raleigh.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-269-7307 Gen. Info
919-828-9478 Participants
jemrph@aol.com
|
| 3 |
NCDCTA Sport Horse Breeding Show
Dressage sport horse in hand and rider saddle classes. Classes
start at 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Spectator admission is Free.
www.cdi-raleigh.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
919-269-7307 Gen. Info
919-828-9478 Participants
jemrph@aol.com |
| 1-2 |
The Carolina Reptile & Exotic Animal
Show
National breeders and manufacturers seling reptiles, birds and
mammals along with cages, food and supplies. Live animal shows
with Animal Planet/National Geographic's Roark Ferguson
and Noah's Landing's Dora Turner. Hours are 10 a.m. to
5 p.m on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $8 Ages 5 and
under admitted free.
www.gilaproductions.com |
Exposition Center |
info@gilaproductions.com
919-495-3233 |
| 2 |
*Shiloh Deliverance Family Day |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-773-3738 |
| 3 |
Dressage Breed Show
www.cdi-raleigh.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Janine Malone
919-269-7307 |
| 4 |
*NC Structural Pest Licensing Examswww.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 5 |
*NC Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 7-9 |
A Carolina Christmas Show
Holiday and Christmas shopping for the entire family! Over 200
exhibitors, Broadway ticket giveaways to My Fair Lady, holiday
items, handcrafted items, live trees decorated, plus table,
mantle and door decorating for the latest design and techniques,
and Santa’s Elves!
Show Hours:
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday & Saturday; 10 a.m. - 5 pm Sunday
Admission:
$6.50 adults (Senior Citizens $5.50) Under 12: Admitted Free
www.carolinachristmas.com
|
Jim Graham Building |
828-758-0877
1-800- 232-4936 NC only
carolinachristmas@hotmail.com
|
| 7-9 |
CAMPTOWN RV FALL EXPO
Come see our camping extravaganza! Expo premiers fall product
at discount prices, in-depth information about RVing in a variety
of workshops, and exciting raffle prizes. All ticket proceeds
will go directly to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North
Carolina. Admission is 5 cans of food or minimum $5 donation
to Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina (Ages 6 and
under admitted free). Event Hours are: Friday and Saturday 10
am - 8 pm and Sunday 11 am - 6 pm. http://www.camptown-rv.com |
Exposition Center |
877-760-1348
camptownrv@aol.com |
| 8 |
Masonic BBQ Cook-Off Competition Fundraiser
2nd annual Masonic Carolina Pig-Jig BBQ Cook-off. Masonic BBQ
teams from around the State compete to win Trophies, Ribbons,
but MOST importantly - Braggin Rights and the title of NC State
Masonic BBQ Grand Champion. This event will benefit the Raleigh
Rescue Mission, and two orphanages - The Masonic Home for Children
& The Central Children's Home, both located in Oxford. Event
Hours: 8 am - 8 p.m.
www.carolinapigjig.com/ |
Gate 10 - Blue Ridge Road |
www.carolinapigjig.com |
| 8-9 |
La Fiesta del Pueblo
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, El Pueblo presents the
largest Latin American festival in the Carolinas. Designed to
provide an opportunity for cultural interchanges, event activities
include two food courts with more than 30 vendors offering cuisine
from Latin America; Employment, Health, & Education Fairs
in Spanish and English; 3 stages featuring continuous music
performances; a dance stage; cultural exhibits and Nindandia's
Children's Carnival with special guests Remi the Puerto Rican
clown, Harry the Dragon, and Ronald McDonald. This community
outreach and education event includes the opportunity to register
to vote. Hours are Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday, noon
to 6 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults and free for children under
12 accompanied by an adult. www.elpueblo.org |
Holshouser Building
Heritage Circle
Harrill Youth Center |
919-835-1525
elpueblo@elpueblo.org |
| 8-9 |
Gourd Festival
Promoted by the country's oldest gourd society, the 66th Annual
North Carolina Gourd Society Arts & Crafts Festival presents
exhibitors, vendors and education about gourds with 63 competitive
categories from growing to crafting to amazing artwork using
gourds. This event features 40 arts and craft and gourd vendor
displays offering sales of gourds, gourd craft and gourd art
and has a kids' table as well as many gourd-u-cation stations
and displays of historic and cultural use of gourds. Hours:
Sat 9 am- 5 pm and Sun 10 am - 4 pm. Admission is $3 for adults,
$2 for seniors. Children under 12 admitted free. www.twincreek.com/gourds/festival.htm |
Scott Building |
919-557-5946
FlemingGourds@yahoo.com
harryhurley@hotmail.com |
| 8-9 |
NCAHA Summer Extravaganza North Carolina
Arabian Horse Association, TWHA Extravaganza Open House Show.
Daily start time 9:00 a.m. Free spectator admission.
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Rory Meacham
919-544-2817
rorym@durhamcoke.com
|
| 8-9 |
Carolina Fall Driving Show
|
Hunt Horse Complex- Barn E Ring |
Dede Bushneck
919-815-4723 |
| 11 |
NCDA&CS Structural Pest Control &
Pesticides Board Meeting
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 11 |
*IIDA-Carolinas Chapter Traveling Trade Show
Private trade show for International Interior Design Association
Carolinas Chapter highlighting interior products, flooring,
wallcovering, paints, ceilings, furniture and more. www.iida-carolinas.org |
Scott Building |
336-420-5753
kay@conferenceresources.com |
| 14 |
Meredith College Sizzlin September Concert
Event will be at DORTON ARENA featuring Greyson Hill and AUGUSTANA.
Doors open at 7pm - tickets on sale at Meredith through 5pm
on Friday and at Dorton Arena lobby beginning at 6 pm on Friday
- Sept. 14.
www.meredith.edu |
Dorton Arena |
919-760-8338 |
| 14-16 |
Grecian Festival
Authentic greek food - Pastries - Marketplace - Live music -
Dancing - Cooking demonstrations - Christian faith presentations.
Join us at our new expanded location in the Exposition Center.
Event Hours: Friday 5 - 10 pm, Saturday 11 am - 10 pm, Sunday
11 am - 8 pm.... ADMISSION: Adults - $2, Ages 13-18 and Senior
Citizens - $1, Ages 12 and under admitted free. Visit our website
at www.holytrinityraleigh.org
for a free admission ticket. |
Exposition Center |
919-781-4548 |
| 15 |
Carolina Roller Derby - Bout 6
Carolina Rollergirls brings back the fierce competition of flat-track
roller derby in their 2007 series.
Doors open at 5:00 pm, First Half begins 6:00 pm, First Period
Intermission 6:25 pm, Second Period begins 6:40 pm, Second Period
Intermission 7:05 pm, Third Period begins 7:20 pm. Game ends
7:45 pm. 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 - Click for advance ticket
and season ticket info:www.carolinarollergirls.com |
Dorton Arena |
fairybrutal@carolinarollergirls.com |
| 15 |
*Rex Healthcare Internal Audience Event
This is
a private by invitation only event.
www.rexhealthcare.com |
Graham Building |
919-784-4469 or 919-784-4477 |
| 15 |
AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day
Fun and educational activities for all dog lovers, including
the ever popular "Meet the Breeds" (over 50 different
AKC breeds), free Canine Good Citizen Tests (CGC), agility,
rally, obedience, and flyball demonstrations, as well as fun
activities for all participants. AKC Companion Animal Recovery
will offer $20 microchipping. Dog-related vendors, free games,
contests and giveaways - free goodie bags to the first 500 attendees.
Event Hours 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free admission
www.akc.org/clubs/rdod/events |
Holshouser Building |
919-816-3650
NCRDODAY@akc.org |
| 15 |
Central North Carolina Pagan Pride
Day
Click on our website for more information. www.ncpaganpride.org
|
L.R. Harrill Center |
336-841-7449 |
| 15-16 |
64th North State Toy & Hobby Show
Antique to modern and collectible toys, sportscards & sports
memorabilia,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. Guest appaearance: Larry
LeGrande of the former baseball Negro League. Over 70 exhibitors
buying, selling & trading! EVENT HOURS: 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 |
| 15-16 |
Appaloosa Show
Free Spectator Admission. Classes start at 8 a.m. on Saturday
and 9 a.m. on Sunday. www.tarheelappaloosa.com |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Mitch
Petway
910-467-3377
Cindy Hinnant
919-284-5445 |
| 16 |
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Event Hours: 1 - 9 p.m.
Admission: $20 adults - age 12 and under admitted free.
|
Rand Grandstand |
910-527-5898 |
| 16 |
*Builders Mutual Company Picnic www.buildersmutual.com
|
L.R. Harrill Center |
|
| 19 |
*NC Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest |
Martin Building |
919-733-6100 |
| 19-22 |
NC State Championship Horse Show
50th annual N.C. Champsionship Horse Show - a Charity event
sponsored by The Raleigh Host Lions Club.
|
Hunt Horse Complex |
Bill Whitley
919-481-4675 |
| 21-23 |
Southern Ideal Home Show - Fall Edition
The Triangle's biggest and best home and garden event features
three buildings filled with hundreds of exhibitors to answer
questions, help with your next building or remodeling project,
decorating or landscaping your home. Enjoy shopping, comparing
prices, talking to experts and finding resources for any home
or garden project. Hours are Friday, noon to 9 p.m., Saturday,
10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is
$8 for adults (age 15 and over) and free for children 15 and
under. Senior Day on Friday only, seniors ages 55 and older
receive admission for $7. Discount coupon for regular admission
available at Home Depot or click on our website. www.southernshows.com |
Graham Building Exposition Center
D orton Arena |
1-800-849-0248
dball@southernshows.com |
| 22 |
N.C. State CALS Reunion
www.cals.ncsu.edu
|
L. R. Harrill Center |
(919) 515-3248
|
| 22-23 |
Old North State Antique Gun & Military
Collector Show
Antique guns and U.S. and foreign military memorabilia of WWI,
WWII, Civil War and other wars are bought, sold and traded.
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 |
| 22-23 |
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 am - 5pm and Sunday 9 am
- 2 pm FREE ADMISSION www.flyballdogs.com/dgf
|
Holshouser Building |
919-787-8048
doggonefast@yahoo.com |
| 23 |
*Wake County Democratic Rally & Family
Picnic |
L.R. Harrill Center |
919-828-5656 |
| 27 |
North Carolina State Games Satelite Parking |
Lower Bunn Field |
|
| 27-30 |
NCQHA Futurity
2006 Futurity Horse Show - estimated $90,000 to be awarded
in money & prizes. Circuit awards for each class: Open,
Amateur, 13 & under and 14-18 all arounds. Move-in is at
8 a.m. on September 21.
www.ncqha.com/futurity.htm |
Hunt Horse Complex |
Becky Poe
828-256-5037 |