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Events Near Cape Charles VA

Cherry Blossom Festival

Friday, Mar 29, 2024 at 11:00am
Red Wing Park
Virginia Beach, VA
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Queens Lake 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 at 9:00am
York County New Quarter Park
Williamsburg, VA
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5k Beer Run x Vibrant Shore Brewing

Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 at 11:00am
Vibrant Shore Brewing Company
Virginia Beach, VA
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The Great Easter Festival

Saturday, Mar 30, 2024 at 11:00am
Kiln Creek Park
Yorktown, VA
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Dismal Swamp Stomp Running Festival

Thursday, Apr 4, 2024 at 8:00am
Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
Chesapeake, VA
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Ducks Unlimited - Eastern Shore DU Happy Hour and Interest Meeting

Ducks Unlimited - Eastern Shore DU Happy Hour and Interest Meeting

Thursday, Apr 4, 2024 at 6:00pm
Island House Restaurant
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Tri County Longbeards Banquet, VA

Tri County Longbeards Banquet, VA

Thursday, Apr 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Smithfield, VA
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Spring Fever Fest and Community Resource Fair

Friday, Apr 12, 2024 at 5:00pm
Capt. Slade Cutter Athletic Park
Norfolk, VA
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NGBN Ribfest Jam

Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 at 11:00am
Pembroke Manor Civic League
Virginia Beach, VA
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Virginia Arts Festival - Sweeney Todd

Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 at 7:30pm
Norfolk Chrysler Hall
Norfolk, VA
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