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Events Near Elkin NC

Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 at 6:00am

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Winston-Salem, NC

Caldwell County Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 at 7:00am

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Kimbrell

Lenoir, NC

Cobblestone Farmers Market

Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 at 8:30am

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Winston-Salem, NC

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