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The Raleigh Classic - four private collections offering more than 250 vintage vehicles. You may preview the cars on Friday, June 24 from 8 a.m. to 10 am. Auction time on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adult $10 per day or $15 for a two-day pass. Age 12 and Under $5 […]
David Baldacci joins Quail Ridge Books on Friday, June 24, at 7:30 p.m. with his new book, David Baldacci is the NY Times best-selling author known for his thrillers (Stone Cold; Simple Genius) and more general fiction (Wish You Well).
The East Coast Miniature Horse Association present a AMHR and AMDA miniature horse performance show - Jumping, driving, obstacle events. Free Spectator Admission. www.ecmhc.com
North Carolina Arabian Horse Association. Open breed 2-day horse show. Free spectator admission. Website: http://www.ncaha.com/calendar.html
The 1st Annual Clare's Run For a Reason will be held on Saturday, June 25th, 2011 at the cross country course at Wake Med Soccer Park in Cary, NC. The whole family can enjoy a 5K Run or 1 mile Family Fitness Walk, fun kids' activities, a silent auction, music and refreshments! Registration begins […]
Antique to modern collectible toys, including diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, and other collectibles. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading! EVENT HOURS: Saturday 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm Admission is $5 daily - Weekend pass $7. […]
Race Description The swim will take place in the Heritage Swim Club lap pool located adjacent to the Sales Center. The transition area will be in the larger parking lot a very short distance from the pool entry. The bike course is a technical course that will present some nice flats, a few […]
Event starts each day at 8 am. Saturday - June 30 is Pet A Pony Day. Pet real ponies, watch show jumping and watch a blacksmith at work - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Admission is free - Sponsored by the North Carolina Hunter Jumper Assoc. Annual Horse Show, in conjunction with the NCSU School […]
First Friday is a free, self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, and museums, held on the first Friday of every month in downtown Raleigh. The center of the activity is Artspace, on East Davie Street. Participating restaurants offer First Friday specials. Website: godowntownraleigh.com/first-friday-raleigh
Join North Carolina Theatre as they present a blast of a dance party for the whole family! Watch a performance by NCT’s best HAIRSPRAY SINGERS & DANCERS and learn to groove as they teach you some cool ‘60’s dance moves. You can even make your own ‘60’s bouffant hair style with the […]
The 60th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza - over 125 exhibitors, from Florida to New England, featuring quality antiques and old collectibles. Event Hours: Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. Admission $6.50 per day $7.50 weekend pass. Website: antextofnc.com 336-924-8337 or […]
Trolley tours leave from Mordecai Historic Park every Saturday, from March through December at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm and 2 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $4 for child ages 7-17, and free for children 6 and under. The trolley can also be rented for special events and private tours. Event website: raleighnc.gov/mordecai
Denny's Challenge 5K raises funds for the Melanoma Research Foundation. Each year a 5k run/walk is held in honor and memory of Denny Neely, who lost his battle with Melanoma in 2009. Denny's Challenge is the largest race in North Carolina that benefits melanoma research. Event website
The 60th Raleigh Antiques Extravaganza - over 125 exhibitors, from Florida to New England, featuring quality antiques and old collectibles. Event Hours: Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. Admission $6.50 per day $7.50 weekend pass. Website: antextofnc.com 336-924-8337 or […]
Attending this Volunteer Orientation is a requirement for adults to become SPCA volunteers. As a volunteer you will be an ambassador of the SPCA and we want you to be knowledgeable about our procedures and programs. The Volunteer Orientation includes an overview of the SPCA as an organization and the adoption facility, a […]