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Events Near Castalia NC

Franklin County Farmers Market

Friday, Dec 5, 2025 at 9:00am

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Louisburg, NC

Vance County Regional Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 at 8:00am

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Henderson, NC

Tarboro-Edgecombe Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 at 8:00am

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Tarboro, NC

Clayton Farm and Community Market

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 at 9:00am

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Clayton, NC

Plantation Point Farmers' Market

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 at 9:00am

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Raleigh, NC

Rocky Mount Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 at 9:00am

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