Raleigh Geek and Grub Market (Cryptid Edition)

Calling all monster hunters, myth believers, and creature collectors! Join us for a night of mystery and mayhem at the Geek and Grub Cryptid Market, where Bigfoot might just be your shopping buddy and Mothman may photobomb your selfies. Enjoy themed drinks at the Geek Tavern, shop from local artisans, and hunt down clues in our Cryptid Scavenger Hunt for a chance at legendary prizes.

Where Is This Event Taking Place? Where Do I Park? Use the address of 1701 Ridge Road to navigate to our venue. There is plenty of parking!

Where do I Check-In? When you arrive, check in at our Geek & Grub Booth to find out about our scavenger hunt or get your kiddo a free goodie. Please note that you do not need to show us tickets to attend this event.
What Is Your Event Schedule? (All Events Subject to Change)
1pm - Geektastic Giveaway #1 @ HQ Booth

4pm - Geektastic Giveaway #2 @ HQ Booth

Is this event Handicap Accessible? There is handicapped accessible parking on site and handicapped accessible restrooms in the building. 

How Does the Geektastic Giveaway Work? There's three ways to get a chance to score a chance to win geektastic prizes: 

1. Purchase from a vendor and as a thank you, they will gift you a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket.

2. Get a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket from the HQ booth.

3. Complete the Scavenger Hunt to earn a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket and a spin on our prize wheel! 

Redeem Geektastic Giveaway Tickets at HQ for a chance to win enchanting prizes at 5pm and 8:30pm. Presence required to claim your magical loot.

What is the Scavenger Hunt? How Do I Participate in it? Our Geek & Grub Scavenger Hunt is a fun family-friendly activity that attendees can enjoy while shopping. Find 8 of our Event Themed Gambits and return to the HQ Desk to win a prize! 

Is it true kids get a free gift? Yes, it's true! Bring your little one up to the Check-In Booth and they can get a free gift from our Geek Treasure Chest!

Where Can I Sign Up to be a Vendor at future Geek and Grub Events? Vendor table spaces range from $75-$95. Vendors may submit an application to vend at this event by clicking here or on our website at

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