Santa’s coming to the show, so bring the kids for that perfect picture! Plenty of opportunities for Santa to hear all of your Christmas wishes.
The Annual Christmas Carousel – Holiday Gift Market in Raleigh
November 27 @ 9:00 AM - November 29 @ 6:00 PM
$5 – $12
The “Largest Annual Christmas Gift Market in the State” – For more than three decades, the Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market has been a beloved Thanksgiving weekend tradition for thousands of Triangle-area shoppers. Each year, over 250 exhibitors come together to showcase a festive mix of handcrafted arts, unique gifts, seasonal foods, florals, holiday décor, and so much more! Held inside the spacious 90,000 square-foot Jim Graham Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, it’s one of the largest and most cherished holiday gift shows in the state—the perfect way to kick off your season of giving.
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.
Holiday Shopping Bags will be offered for $4.00 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.
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 this link.
Adults $12
Seniors 65+ /Military $10
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
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
| 10:00am – 12:00pm | 11:00am – 1:00pm | 12:00pm – 1:30pm |
| 2:00pm – 4:00pm | 2:30pm – 4:30pm | 2:30pm – 4:00pm |
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Show Hours
Friday, November 28
9am – 6pm
Saturday, November 29
10am – 6pm
Sunday, November 30
11am – 5pm
Wheelchairs , Wagons & Strollers
Due to the limited aisle space at this indoor event, the use of
WAGONS & DOUBLE SIDE BY SIDE STROLLERS
IS NOT ALLOWED.
We ask that only single wide strollers be used while visiting this event. We will gladly store your wagon or double stroller while visiting the show. Check with Ticket Taker before entering event.
The Christmas Carousel has 2 complimentary wheelchairs available on a first come basis at the show entrance. Photo id required to borrow.