Frequently Asked Questions
Early Shopping: Friday, 12 PM–6 PM ($20 per person)
General Admission: Saturday 7 AM–6 PM | Sunday 7 AM–4 PM ($10 per person)
Parking is on the fairgrounds. You will enter the main gate--Gate 3. There will be parking attendants to collect your ticket payment or scan pre-purchased tickets. They will instruct you where to park. For reference, all visitor parking will be to the left of the show field. Reasonable accommodations for mobility and accessibility needs are available upon request.
If this is your first time attending an antique show, here are some things you should consider bringing: cash, sunglasses, sunscreen, umbrella, raincoat, a backpack, a wagon or cart, a bottle of water, comfortable shoes, and hand sanitizer.
We strongly advise against bringing your pet to an event. With that said, we do permit pets, however, only under the following guidelines: Pets should be leashed at all times; and provide them with food/water/shade. Pick up and dispose of their waste; and keep them away from other pets and patrons. No pets in the Food Court. Do not leave your pets in your vehicles at any time. Pets must have current vaccines and licenses. Your pet must be under your control at all times. You are fully responsible for its actions. Any offensive or unsafe actions by your pet or as the owner, will result in expulsion from the event without refund.
Eastern National Antique Show & Sale - Fri & Sat
Happening at the Expo Center
The Eastern National Antique Show & Sale is happening at the Carlisle Expo Center--directly across the street from Carlisle Antique Fest. The show is only Friday and Saturday.
Visitor Information
Where to stay?
Where to stay?
Where to stay?
If you're staying in Carlisle, PA--I would highly suggest researching your accommodations before booking a stay. (Some charge by the hour--hint, hint.) If you can't find accommodations in Carlisle, Mechanicsburg has nice restaurants and hotels.
Where to eat?
Where to stay?
Where to stay?
There are a lot of great restaurants in Carlisle. A few great sit down restaurants are--Fiddlers Bar and Grill ($$), 1794 Whiskey Rebellion ($$$), and Marketcross Pub ($$). You may want to call and make reservations. For pizza, Napoli. For Chinese, Asian Cafe--take out/delivery only.
Where to shop?
Where to stay?
Where to shop?
There are some great antique destinations in Carlisle, PA and the surrounding area. The top recommendation is Bedford Street Antiques for variety and pricing. Antique Marketplace of Lemoyne is about thirty minutes away and could take a whole day to explore. If you're ready for a roadtrip, I would suggest driving to Adamstown, PA.