2024-2025 N.C. State Fair Event Calendar
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market The Raleigh Market will reopen November 9&10! Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| 2-3 | Inside Pitch Promotion presents our Sports Card & Pokémon Show Oldest collectibles show in the Carolinas-meet dealers from all over the southeast and find rare sports cards and Pokémon cards. Event Hour November 2 9am-4pm November 3 10am-4pm Admission $5 daily, $7 weekend; 12 and under free | Kerr Scott Building | Katie Spece 919.215.8063 |
| 8-9 | 35th Capital Area Handbell Festival Hundreds of handbell ringers from throughout the region will come together to work with clinician Brenda Austin, distinguished handbell composer and conductor, at the 35th Capital Area Handbell Festival. Several pieces will be rehearsed in preparation for a free public concert at 4pm Saturday, November 9. Event Hours Admission | Scott Building | Ruth Stevens
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| 8-10 | Vintage Market Days/ Mistletoe Market Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more! Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in creative venues. We hope you will come out and explore and shop with our 130 plus unique one of a kind vendor traveling from 12 different states for 3 DAYS ONLY! Vintage Market Days® takes over the NC State Fairgrounds in the Jim Graham Building! Event Time Friday &Saturday 9-5 / Sunday 10-4 Admission Friday VIP-$25/Saturday VIP- $20 Friday General admission- $15/ Saturday GA-$10/ Sunday $5 / Kids 12 and under are Free Cash/Cards accepted | Jim Graham Building | Scott/ Earl 917-224-4035 |
| 9 | UCA - Triangle Regional School Cheerleading Competition Event Time 7am-9pm Admission Adults $20 Students / w ID / Seniors $15 Credit Card only
| Dorton Arena | Mark Lyczkowski 919-225-6556 |
| 9-10 | TCG Gaming Expo & Tournament Raleigh's Largest TCG Gaming Expo Tournament . Featuring 100 vendor tables, showcasing the newest products from Pokémon, YU-GI-OH, One Piece, Locana, and much, much more! 7 Different Gaming Tournaments will be held both days Event Time Sat/Sun 9am-6pm Admission $8 Adults ( 12 and under Free) | Holshouser Building | Michael Christopher 804-704-4700 |
| 9-10 | Neuse River Valley Fall Train Show, 40th Consecutive Year Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club's 40th year Fall Train Show at the Agri Supply Exposition Center. Enjoy more than 400 tables of vendors selling model trains and multiple operating model railroad displays. Train Collectors Association and Craftsman Courtyard will be participating . A raffle for a beautiful HO layout. FREE parking , refreshments available and door prizes. The largest model train show in the Carolinas. Event Time: Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 9am-4pm Admission $10 Two-Day Admission Free Admission for 12 yrs and under accompanied by an adult | Agri Supply Expo Center | Bob Witwer 919-632-0785 |
| 15-17 | Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show Vendors from across the US bring jewelry of all types, metaphysical rocks and minerals, custom-faceted gemstones, museum quality minerals and fossils, beads and beading supplies. This show has something for everyone! Event Hours Friday Noon-6pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 10am-5pm Admission Adults $8.00 / 16 and under free | Kerr Scott Building | Ellen White 757-641-2124 |
| 16-17 | Dixie Gun and Knife Show Event Hours Admission | Graham Building | Dixie 919.781.1287 dixieguns@aol.com |
| 16-17 | 9 Panel Cheer- Allstar Jam Cheerleading Competition Event Hours 7am-8pm Admission $20 per spectator ( ages 3 and under free) Credit/ Cash accepted Presale online : www.9panel.net | Dorton Arena | Jessica Herring 919-434-9543 |
| 17 | Party with the Pugs A fundraising event to benefit Pugs in rescue. Event will have DJ, vendors, pug store, running of the pugs, pug races, pet photographs, anointing ceremony. Event Hours 12pm-3pm Admission $5/ Credit Cards, Cash ,PayPal , Venmo | Holshouser Building | Renee Clarke 919-495-5475 |
| 19 | Triangle Fellowship of Christian Athletes Fall Fundraising Banquet Event Hours Admission Credit card/cash/check accepted | Scott Building | Bailey Vosburg 815.715.2567 bvosburg@fca.org |
| 22-25 | Champion & Hanes Holiday Warehouse Sale Champion and Hanes Warehouse Holiday Sale. everything $10 and under , stock up on all your favorite brands Champion Hoodies, fleece, Tees, Hanes, Bali & Maidenform Event Hours Friday-Sunday 9am-8pm Monday 9am-6pm Admission FREE Cash, Apple Pay , Credit Card accepted | Kerr Scott Building | Stefanie Jaworski/407-949-4590 |
| 23 | Respect The Culture Auto Show This is a family friendly automotive event. You will see a display of modern, classic and custom cars and trucks. We will also have several automotive product vendors from all over the country with the best gear and products you can buy. This event you won't want to miss. Event Time 12pm-6pm Admission $10 pre- sale on line at autocultureevents.com $20 at the door Credit Card / Cash accepted | Agri Supply Exposition Building | Brice Thompson 609-553-6876 |
| 23-24 | Carolina Coin & Stamp Show Event Hours Admission | Holshouser Building | Clayton Brewer 910.574.4635 jimmyscoin@yahoo.com |
| 29-30 | Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market Event Hours Admission Credit Cards/ Cash/ Online Accepted | Graham Building | Terri Lambert 336-855-0208 tlambert@christmascarousel.com www.christmascarousel.com |
| 30 | Shop Small Mall Shopping from 100 local makers, live music, food trucks, work shops & art installations Event Times 11am-6pm Admission $5/ 16 and under Free | Kerr Scott Building | Triangle Pop Up |
| 30 | Repticon Repticon is a recognized leader in hosting reptile and exotic animal expos throughout the United States. Shows include and outstanding mixture of vendors, breeders, and educators. Family friendly event. Event Time Saturday 9am-4pm Sunday 10am-4pm Admission Super ticket $15/ Adult $12/Child $6 Saturday after 1pm Adult $10 TICKETS ONLY ONLINE | Agri Supply Expo Center |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| 1 | Repticon Repticon is a recognized leader in hosting reptile and exotic animal expos throughout the United States. Shows include and outstanding mixture of vendors, breeders, and educators. Family friendly event. Event Time Sunday 10am-4pm Admission Super ticket $15/ $6 Ages 5-12 $12 Adult /$6 Ages 5-12 Ages 4 and under free TICKETS ONLY ONLINE | Agri Supply | |
| 1 | Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market Event Hours Admission Credit Cards/ Cash/ Online Accepted | Jim Graham Building | Terri Lambert 336-855-0208 |
| 1 | Shop Small Mall Shopping from 100 local makers, live music, food trucks, work shops & art installations Event Times 11am-5pm Admission $5/ 16 and under Free | Kerr Scott Building | Triangle Pop Up |
| 7 | NC Pumpers LLC/NC Portable Toilets Providing continuing education class for pumpers & portable toilets for certification. They will receive CEU credits to meet requirements for state of North Carolina. Event Time 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Checks and Cash accepted
| Martin Building Gate 9 | Shelia Cantine 252-229-2138 |
| 7 | Scandinavian Christmas Fair The Scandinavian Christmas Fair in Raleigh North Carolina is an authentic celebration of the traditions of the Scandinavian countries, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and Iceland, including crafts, food and entertainment. Event Time 10 am until 5 pm Admission $ 10 per adult( children 12 years old and younger free admission) Credit Cards or Cash Only
| Kerr Scott Building | Rae Guick 919-601-4065 |
| 13-14 | Saint Nicholas European Christmas Market Join us at the 17th annual St Nicholas European Market in the Kerr Scott Building to sing, dance, dine and shop the in the European market tradition! Beautiful gifts with a unique old world vintage vibe from Poland, Germany, France, Slovakia, Ukraine, Italy, Scandinavia, Britain, and the Mediterranean. Fresh pasta ,groceries, knits, hand-made gifts, mustards, jams, lamps, books, jewelry, hair bows, prayer ropes, gingerbread, health and wellness items, honey, tea, and more! Learn about European heritage, find out about Christmas market tours, support Ukraine relief. Pierogi, halupki, halushki, grilled kielbasa and sauerkraut, kolach, cookies, cakes and other bakery delights are available to purchase and take home. Wet your whistle with mulled wine, hot chocolate, coffee, soda , craft beer. A horn quartet , chorus, Ukrainian folk singers, and the acclaimed Little German Band are among the lively and festive music. Visit St . Nicholas. Come for hot kielbasa and soup on Friday evening or the hot Slavic lunch(pierogi anyone?) on Saturday. Free admission , but donations for Saints Cyril and Methodius parish gratefully accepted! Event Time Friday 5pm-9pm/ Saturday 10am-4pm Admission Free Donations accepted , Credit/Debit Card and Apple Pay accepted | Kerr Scott Building | Nancy Driscoll 919-412-9919 |
| 14 | NEWBREED Raleigh Winter Championship This will be a martial arts grappling event.. Event Time 9am-6pm Admission Adults $15.00 Cash & Credit Cards are accepted at the door | Agri-Supply Exposition Building | Josh Allen 864-363-7056 |
| 14-15 | Capital City Gun and Knife Show Buy-Sell-Trade guns, knives, ammo, and related supplies. Event Time Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $12.00 adults, 12 and under Free Sat admission Credit Cards on line at : cegunshows.com Cash only at the door
| Graham Building | Lisa Colins 540-953-0016 |
| 19 | Raeford House of Chicken Sale Pickup Pre-order pick up only Preorders close Tuesday December 17th at noon Pre order at : Houseofraeford.com | Gate 9 4285 Trinity Rd Raleigh NC 27607 | For Information please call 910-284-3339 |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Each weekend, the Commercial Education Buildings and the outside grounds are host to hundreds of dealers, craftsman, and booths. Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds South & East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@theraleighmarket.com |
| 4-5 | Raleigh Sports Card & Toy Show Raleigh's biggest sports card and toy show is back for more fun in 2025! Shop some of the best dealers in the Carolinas and the surrounding states all in one place. Rare sports and antique toys to tons of Pokemon and more! there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on your chance to jump in the CASH MACHINE! We'll see you there! Event Time January 4th 9am-4pm/ January 5th 10am-3pm Admission $5 Daily / $7 Weekend | Agri Supply Exposition Center | Tommy De Launay 919-215-8063 |
| 4-5 | Old North State Antique Gun & Military Collector Show Arms & memorabilia of the Civil War, WW l, WW ll, Indian War, Exhibited, bought, sold, traded Event Time Saturday 9-5/ Sunday 10-4 Admission Adult $8 Children 6-12 $1 Credit Card/ Cash accepted | Kerr Scott Building | Richard Shields 704-282-1339 |
| 10-12 | Bass and Saltwater Fishing Expo For 3 BIG DAYS the Bass and Saltwater Fishing Expo brings together the finest products and services the fishing industry has to offer. Each year 15+ Marine Dealers and over 130 local regional and national companies showcase tackle, rods, & reels, apparel, maps, charters, sunglasses, boats, motors, electronics, knives...well you get the picture. Everything to get you out on the water "Rigged & Ready for the season. And just to make sure you make the most of your fishing trip...we've put together a top notch panel of national & regional pros to share their secrets. There's only one thing theses guys enjoy more than fishing ....is telling others how to! From Catfish to Cobia......Sunfish to Sailfish.....this show brings it all under one roof. Event Time Friday 9am-7pm/ Saturday 9am-7pm/ Sunday 10am-5pm Admission Adults $12/ Seniors(65+) / Military $10 Jr. Anglers (6-12) $5 Credit Cards and Cash Accepted
| Jim Graham Building , Agri Supply Exposition Building | Les Gray 336-855-0208 |
| 11 | NC Pumpers LLC/NC Portable Toilets Providing continuing education class for pumpers & portable toilets for certification. They will receive CEU credits to meet requirements for state of North Carolina. Event Time 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Checks and Cash accepted | Martin Building Gate 9 | Shelia Cantine 252-229-2138 |
| 18-19 | Dixie Gun and Knife Show Event Hours Admission | Jim Graham Building | Dixie 919-781-1287 |
| 18-19 | NC Vintage Bazaar North Carolina’s largest vintage clothing market, NC Vintage Bazaar, returns to the Expo Center at the State Fairgrounds for a two day vintage extravaganza! It’ll be packed with over 80 vintage vendors per day from across the country (170+ for the weekend), bringing you all the best secondhand clothing and accessories! Plus, with music, food trucks, games, and other special surprises, you’re sure to have a blast! If you wanna shop thousands of vintage t-shirts, jackets, sweaters, pants, blouses, dresses, bags and everything in between, this is THE vintage event you don’t wanna miss! Event Time 11am-7pm Admission $10 GA single day/ $15 early bird single day Credit Card/ Cash accepted | Agri Supply Expo Building | Garrett Young -Wright
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| 18-19 | Carolina Coin & Stamp Show Event Hours Admission | Holshouser Building | Clayton Brewer 910-574-4635 |
| 25 | 2025 TACAS Lunar New Year Festival The Triangle Area Chinese American Society (TACAS) is proud to present the Lunar New Year Festival celebrating the Year of the Snake with the Triangle community. Enjoy performances , authentic international food & drink for purchase and family-friendly activities. Event Time 10am-5pm Event Admission TACAS member, Senior Citizen 65+ and Military with ID $10 (advance and at door) / All others $10 in advance / $15 at the door Kids under 6 Free. Credit Card and Cash accepted. | Dorton Arena | Kuang-Jung-Huang 919-413-0973 |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| 5-7 | Southern Farm Show The Major Agricultural Exposition for the Carolinas and Virginia. This show also caters to Landscape, Forestry and Construction professionals. Event Time Wed/Thur 9am-4pm Friday 9am-3pm Admission Free | Jim Graham Building, Dorton Arena, Agri Supply Expo Center, Kerr Scott Building, Hunt Horse Arena , Outdoors | David Zimmerman 704-494-7544 |
| 14-16 | 2025 Progressive NCRVDA Raleigh RV Show Discover your Path. The biggest and best RV shopping experience in the Carolinas and Virginia. More families see the value in taking their family, and pets, on the road for adventures of a life time and priceless connections. We are excited to be part of that and to bring you the best variety of dealers and RVs available for any need and budget. Seminars available throughout the show for the best in RV education. Event Time Friday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 10am-4pm Admission Adults $10, Under 12 free/ Friday Senior Adult Admission $9- Military/First Responder/Teacher(Active & Retired with ID ) $9 Saturday/Sunday Military, First Responder/ Teacher ( Active & Retired with ID) $9 Saturday/ Sunday Senior (60+) $9 Credit Card / Cash accepted | Jim Graham Building, Agri Supply Expo Building, Dorton Arena, Outdoors | Jeff Haughton 720-203-5076
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28 March 1-2 | 44th Annual Dixie Deer Classic Family focused outdoors show featuring more than 300 exhibitors, Speakers: Michael Waddell, Jim Shockey, and Pat & Nicole Reeve; demonstrations on wildlife, natural resources conservation and education, hunting , fishing, archery, shooting sports, Carolina Dock Dogs, BB and archery shots, fishing pond and scavenger hunt for kids. Venison Chili Championship . Fun and educational for the entire family. Event Time Friday 11am-7pm/ Saturday 9am-7pm/ Sunday 9am-5pm Admission $15 admission includes all 3 days , 12 and under are free/FRIDAY ONLY $10 admission for military, first responders, women, youth 13-18 and 65+ Credit Card and Cash accepted | Jim Graham Building, Dorton Arena, Agri Supply Exposition Building, Outside | Jim Clinton 919-782-5333
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| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| 1-2 | 44th Annual Dixie Deer Classic Family focused outdoors show featuring more than 300 exhibitors, Speakers: Michael Waddell, Jim Shockey, and Pat & Nicole Reeve; demonstrations on wildlife, natural resources conservation and education, hunting , fishing, archery, shooting sports, Carolina Dock Dogs, BB and archery shots, fishing pond and scavenger hunt for kids. Venison Chili Championship . Fun and educational for the entire family. Event Time Friday 11am-7pm/ Saturday 9am-7pm/ Sunday 9am-5pm Admission $15 admission includes all 3 days , 12 and under are free/FRIDAY ONLY $10 admission for military, first responders, women, youth 13-18 and 65+ Credit Card and Cash accepted | Jim Graham Building, Dorton Arena, Agri Supply Exposition, Center, Outdoors | Jim Clinton 919-782-5333
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| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| 3-4 | Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club 7th Annual Spring Into Train Show Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club's 7th annual Train Show and sale at the Agri Supply Exposition Building . Enjoy more than 350 tables of vendor selling, model trains and memorabilia. Multiple operating railroad displays of all scales. Train Collectors Association and Craftsman Courtyard participating. A raffle held for a beautiful layout. Free parking , refreshments available and door prizes. Event Time Saturday 9am-5pm/ Sunday 9am-4pm Admission $10 Two-Day Admission. Free admission for 12yrs and under accompanied by an adult Credit Cards and Cash Accepted | Agri Supply Exposition Buiding | Bob Witwer 919-632-0785
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| 3-4 | Dixie Gun & Knife Show Buy, sell, trade . Guns, knives, ammo, military surplus, military collectibles and a whole lot more ! Event Time Saturday 9-5/Sunday 10-5 Admission $9 CASH ONLY | Jim Graham Building | Missy Fields 919-781-1287 |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |
| Date | Event | Building | Contact Info |
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| Every Saturday and Sunday | The Raleigh Market Event Hours | Commercial & Education Buildings & Outside Grounds East of Dorton Arena | 919.839.4560 manager@TheRaleighMarket.com |