NC Vintage Bazaar at the State Fairgrounds Expo Center
Two days. Different vendors. Peak thrift energy.
Shannon
January 10, 2026
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Vintage lovers, clear your closets—NC Vintage Bazaar takes over the Expo Center at the State Fairgrounds on January 17 & 18. This is North Carolina’s largest vintage and thrift convention, with vendors from across the state and the country, plus completely different sellers each day. Expect racks of men’s and women’s vintage clothing, vinyl, games, housewares, and plenty of nostalgia. Tickets are available now, so if you want first dibs on the good stuff, click here.
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