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Events Near Waco NC

Beaujolais Festival

Friday, Nov 22, 2024 at 6:30pm
Hendrick Automotive Group - Independence Center
Charlotte, NC
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Hockey Outdoor Classic: Appalachian State vs. Charlotte Ice Hockey Club

Friday, Nov 22, 2024 at 8:00pm
Truist Field
Charlotte, NC
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Matthews Community Farmers Market

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 8:00am
Matthews, NC
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Hickory Foundation YMCA Turkey Trot 5K 10K and Fun Run

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 8:30am
Hickory Foundation YMCA
Hickory, NC
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Davidson Farmers' Market

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 9:00am
Davidson, NC
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Old Town Farmers Market

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 9:00am
Rock Hill, SC
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Northwestern Trojan Turkey Trot

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 9:00am
Northwestern High School
Rock Hill, SC
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Carolina Renaissance Festival

Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 at 9:30am
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Huntersville, NC
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