The Family Tradition Continues!
Nov. 29 - Dec. 1, 2024 · NC State Fairgrounds
For over 37 years the Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market has been a Triangle Thanksgiving Tradition for thousands of holiday shoppers. Over 250 Exhibitors come together each year showcasing Arts, Crafts, Holiday Foods, Gifts, Floral, Holiday Decorations and much, much more! The 90,000 square foot Jim Graham Building is the setting for the show making it one of the largest Christmas Gift Shows in the state.
Location
Jim Graham Building
N.C. State Fairgrounds
4285 Trinity Rd
Raleigh, NC
Accross from Carter Finley Stadium
Click Here for Directions
Show Hours
Friday, November 24
9am – 6pm
Saturday, November 25
9am – 6pm
Sunday, November 26
11am – 5pm
Admission
Adults $10
Seniors 60+ /Military $9
Children (6 – 12) $5
Children (5 & younger) Free
Get Hand Stamped for Same Day Return!
Ticket good all 3 days with Return Pass. Return Pass available at exit door
Avoid the lines and purchase your tickets Online Here
Wheelchairs , Wagons & Strollers
The Christmas Carousel has 2 complimentary wheelchairs available on a first come basis at the show entrance. Photo id required to borrow.
We ask that only single strollers be used while visiting the Christmas Carousel. Due to the limited aisle space at this indoor event, the use of wagons and double strollers is discouraged.
Pets
The Christmas Carousel welcomes service animals to this event. Because of the large crowds at this indoor event we ask that for the safety of your pet and our attendees, please refrain from bringing your pets.
Parking
Parking is always free and plentiful at the NC State Fairgrounds. Handicap parking is available close to the show entrance. There is also a drop off area in front of the building at the entrance tent.
Shopping Bags
Holiday Shopping Bags will be offered for $3.00 by the Heritage High School FFA at the entrance of the show. Please plan on purchasing a bag to support this great organization. Clear bags or Totes are not required at this show.
Location
Jim Graham Building
N.C. State Fairgrounds
1025 Blue Ridge Rd
Raleigh, NC
Show Hours
Friday, November 24
9am – 6pm
Saturday, November 25
9am – 6pm
Sunday, November 26
11am – 5pm
Admission
Adults $9
Seniors/Military $8
Children (6 – 12) $5
Children (5 & younger) Free
Get Hand Stamped for Same Day Return!
Multi-Day Return passes will not be available this year.
Wheelchairs
The Christmas Carousel has 2 complimentary wheelchairs available on a first come basis at the show entrance. Photo id required to borrow.
Pets
The Christmas Carousel welcomes registered service animals only. Because of the crowds at this indoor event we ask that you please refrain from bringing your pets.
Parking
Parking is always free and plentiful at the NC State Fairgrounds. Handicap parking is available close to the show entrance. There is also a drop off area in front of the building at the entrance tent.
Skip the Ticket Line!
We encourage everyone to purchase tickets online prior to arriving to the event. Tickets will be available at the door but to avoid lines and practice social distancing please purchase online at the link below.
Looking For Vendor Information ?
Plans are now being made for the 2024 Christmas Carousel. If you would like to inquire about being a vendor at this event visit our Exhibitor Information link below to access the 2024 Vendor Packet.
