visitRaleigh on Instagram: "Mark your calendars!🎄The 81st Annual @raleighchristmasparade , presented by ABC11 and @shoplocalraleigh, returns to downtown Raleigh on Nov. 22 at 9:30am Yes, the Raleigh Christmas Parade takes place the Saturday before Thanksgiving, as it has for the last 50+ years. The parade brings festive floats, local performers, giant balloons and a special visit from Santa himself. Each year, the parade draws nearly 80,000 spectators to downtown—so arrive early to grab a great

visitRaleigh on Instagram: "Nothing Could Be Finer at the N.C. State Fair! 🎡 Here’s what we explored around the @ncstatefair in Raleigh: N.C. Forest Service (Section 2) The Birdman: World-Class Bird Show (Trainer: Joe Krathwohl) (Section 2) Tip: Look for the blue inflatable archway. Agri Supply and Expo Center: Giant pumpkins, horticulture, bees and honey (Section 7) Graham Building: Livestock shows (Section 9) Flower and Garden Show (Section 5) Village of Yesteryear (Woodworker: Keith Hartman)

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