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Nevada Open Road Challenge Car Race
Starts: 05/12/2027 - Ends: 05/17/2026
For the past three decades, driving enthusiasts from around the world have gathered on the third Sunday of May in the Nevada high desert for the one of the truly most unique automotive events.
Traverse 90 to 120 miles of closed, two-lane public highway, comprised of long fast straights, sweeping corners, blind dips, even carving through a twisty canyon.
The current course record stands at 219.6430 mph average speed, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records.
The best part is, if you've got the nerve, a little cash, and a fast ride, you too can join them to run as fast as you can, legally, down a public highway.
This event in May is a two-way event, totaling 119.78 miles (59.89 each way), with a weekend packed full of gearhead activities, and an awards banquet after-party held in our charming, rustic mining town of Ely, Nevada. Registration packet pickup will be held in Ely, Nevada.The Silver State Classic Challenge, Inc. is a non-profit corporation with a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and staff who annually host the Nevada Open Road Challenge (NORC) and Silver State Classic Challenge (SSCC) Open Road Racing events on a closed section of Nevada State Highway 318, renamed by the Nevada Department of Transportation as the Silver State Classic Challenge Highway.
SSCC events are based on time, speed, and distance. Classes begin at 95 mph, and increase in 5 mph increments up through the 160 mph class, with a 170 mph, 180 mph, and an Unlimited, top speed class. Vehicles start one at a time, in one minute intervals against a GPS timing clock, and attempt to break the beam at the finish line as close as possible to their speed class target time. First, Second and Third place trophies are awarded to the Driver and Navigator/Co-driver in each class, based on most accurate elapsed time targets achieved, as measured by SSCC timing equipment. Trophies are also awarded to drivers of our companion One-Mile and Half-Mile Shootout events, both held on race weekends in conjunction with our Open Road Racing events.All first-time SSCC participants are considered rookies, and may enter classes ranging from 95 mph up to 110 mph, determined by their vehicle capabilities and safety equipment, and each Driver and Navigator/Co-Driver's comfort level. All rookies must also attend an SSCC rookie driver school. Those with documented Open Road Racing or other equivalent racing experience, or those who hold racing licenses from select sanctioned racing bodies, may be eligible to obtain a waiver from rookie school.
All Details and Qualifications About This Event Can Be Found HERE!
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Annual Bristelcone Arts in the Park Festival
Starts: 08/07/2026 - Ends: 08/02/2025
Art and Craft show
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White Pine County Fair
Starts: 08/19/2026 - Ends: 08/22/2022
The White Pine County Fair returns to the WPC fairground on August 19-21, with all the fun of a county fair. Activities include, 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada.
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International Dark Sky Week
Starts: 04/22/2027 - Ends: 04/30/2022
Discover the Night! The night sky, filled with stars, is celebrated and protected around the world as a shared heritage benefiting all living things. Celebrate International Dark Sky Week in White Pine County! One of the darkest skies on Earth, come check out our northern corner of Nevada, unlike any other stargazing spot.
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White Pine County Horse Races
Starts: 08/21/2026 - Ends: 08/22/2022
**POST TIME FOR HORSE RACING**
Friday @ 3:00 P.M.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 P.M. In addition to pari-mutuel betting, activities include; 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and visit Ely, Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada. A safe bet for a fabulously exciting time is the White Pine Horse Races in Ely, NV. This iconic event has been taking place since the 1920s and draws thousands of people from all over the country. Featuring exciting, live action racing of thoroughbreds and quarter horses; complete with pari-mutuel betting, bar, concessions and the County Fair. Post time 3 pm Fri., Aug. 19; and 1 pm Sat. & Sun., Aug. 20-21. Free admission on Friday. On Sat. & Sun. $5. See you at the Races! Located halfway between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City. Originally organized in 1934, the races were formed by local ranchers and business people in an effort to overcome the depression blues. Some of the people involved in the formation of the races were Bill Goodman, Frank Calloway and Stan Draper. This group ran the races until 1937 when the county helped by forming a Fair Board. The first chairman of the board was Tom Bath, a local business owner. A year later, they would build a new race track and grandstand which is still in use. The White Pine County Fair returns to the WPC fairground on August 19-21, with all the fun of a county fair. Activities include; 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada. Pari-mutuel betting is the most common form of horse racing betting. The term actually originated in France, and literally translates “to wager amongst ourselves”. Unlike most other forms of betting, the odds are not fixed. Rather than placing a bet against the race track, like one would with a bookie, horse racing bettors are wagering against each other. For this reason, the payouts on a single wager could range anywhere from less than the actual amount wagered, to astronomical amounts. Come down to the fairgrounds early on Friday and check out all the excitement of the Ranch Rodeo. Contestants compete in events like bronc riding, barrel racing, roping, and even mutton busting for the kids. Located at the White Pine County Fair Grounds on Fairview Lane next to the Marich Softball Complex. See their website for a list of events and prices.
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Ice Fishing Derby
Starts: 01/30/2027 - Ends: 01/27/2024
Ice Fishing Derby held at Comins Lake, from 8AM to 3PM. Grand prize of $500 sponsored by the Ely Rotary Club
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Ely Festival of Trees
Starts: 12/02/2026 - Ends: 12/05/2024
Festival of Trees is Ely's annual holiday event hosted by the Great Basin Service Club. Trees are donated and decorated by organizations and businesses throughout White Pine County. You are welcome to come by the Bristlecone Convention Center during extended business hours from Dec. 2nd through the 5th to vote on your favorite trees. Friday, December 6th will be the tree auction and banquet to raise money for the Service Clubs mission. The convention center will be decked out in full holiday spirit making it a perfect time to come and take family photos. This is the time to start viewing Ely in the eyes of Christmas and get ready for an exciting month. Contact Bunny Hill for more information at (775) 296 – 0439.
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Fire and Ice Fireworks Special
Starts: 01/16/2027 - Ends: 01/18/2025
Where can you see fireworks shot off a moving steam train? Only in Ely! The Fireworks Express at the Nevada Northern Railway leaves the Depot at 4:30 p.m. in mid-January. Fireworks are set off after nightfall. Get your 'front row' seats to the fireworks. Like many of these special trains, this annual train is generally a sell-out, so book early.
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Tip a Cop
Starts: 11/23/2026 - Ends: 11/23/2024
White Pine County Sheriff's Employee's Association invites you to Tip-A-Cop! Sheriff's Office employees will be volunteering as your wait staff for this annual event donating 100% of their tips towards WPCSEA's fund for giving back to the community, including the Annual Food Basket Program. Your generous tips will help feed families in our community during the
holiday season and more!
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Nevada Northern Railway Photography Workshop
Starts: 02/06/2027 - Ends: 02/09/2025
Our photography workshops are an intensive three and a half day experience that is based at the photogenic Nevada Northern Railway. This is a 4 day event ending Sunday afternoon.
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/05/2026 - Ends: 12/07/2024
Christmas Crafter's Festival
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/05/2026 - Ends: 12/07/2024
Christmas Crafter's Festival
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Santa's Reindeer Flyer Christmas Train!
Starts: 11/23/2026 - Ends: 12/28/2024
Join with us as the most magical train of the year, Santa's Reindeer Flyer, once again heads to the North Pole to visit with Santa Claus. Everyone knows that Santa loves trains so it is only natural that you will find Santa here, on the Nevada Northern Railway. On the trip to the North Pole, we serve hot chocolate and cookies.
Typically every Saturday, Sunday, Every Friday in December as well. There are some tickets for Mondays, Thursdays also. See website for available times and dates.
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Pike-out: Save Comins Lake Fishing Contest
Starts: 05/09/2027 - Ends: 05/09/2026
Help NDOW fish out the invasive Northern Pike from Comins Lake. Participants will be entered in age group categories to win big prizes for most pike and biggest pike!
Official start time: 7AM
Prize Distribution: 1:30PM
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Nevada Open Road Challenge Car Race
Starts: 05/12/2027 - Ends: 05/17/2026
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Nevada Open Road Challenge Car Race
Starts: 05/17/2028 - Ends: 05/23/2027
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Nevada Open Road Challenge Car Race
Starts: 05/16/2029 - Ends: 05/21/2028
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Annual Bristelcone Arts in the Park Festival
Starts: 08/07/2026 - Ends: 08/02/2025
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Annual Bristelcone Arts in the Park Festival
Starts: 08/06/2027 - Ends: 08/01/2026
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Annual Bristelcone Arts in the Park Festival
Starts: 08/04/2028 - Ends: 07/31/2027
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Annual Bristelcone Arts in the Park Festival
Starts: 08/03/2029 - Ends: 07/29/2028
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White Pine County Fair
Starts: 08/19/2026 - Ends: 08/22/2022
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 06/20/2026 - Ends: 06/20/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 06/27/2026 - Ends: 06/27/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 07/04/2026 - Ends: 07/04/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 07/11/2026 - Ends: 07/11/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 07/18/2026 - Ends: 07/18/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 07/25/2026 - Ends: 07/25/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 08/01/2026 - Ends: 08/01/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 08/08/2026 - Ends: 08/08/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 08/15/2026 - Ends: 08/15/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 08/22/2026 - Ends: 08/22/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 08/29/2026 - Ends: 08/29/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 09/05/2026 - Ends: 09/05/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 09/12/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 09/19/2026 - Ends: 09/19/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 09/26/2026 - Ends: 09/26/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 10/03/2026 - Ends: 10/03/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 10/10/2026 - Ends: 10/10/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 10/17/2026 - Ends: 10/17/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 10/24/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 10/31/2026 - Ends: 10/31/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 11/07/2026 - Ends: 11/07/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 11/14/2026 - Ends: 11/14/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 11/21/2026 - Ends: 11/21/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 11/28/2026 - Ends: 11/28/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 12/05/2026 - Ends: 12/05/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 12/12/2026 - Ends: 12/12/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 12/19/2026 - Ends: 12/19/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 12/26/2026 - Ends: 12/26/2026
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 01/02/2027 - Ends: 01/02/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 01/09/2027 - Ends: 01/09/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 01/16/2027 - Ends: 01/16/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 01/23/2027 - Ends: 01/23/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 01/30/2027 - Ends: 01/30/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 02/06/2027 - Ends: 02/06/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 02/13/2027 - Ends: 02/13/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 02/20/2027 - Ends: 02/20/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 02/27/2027 - Ends: 02/27/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 03/06/2027 - Ends: 03/06/2027
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SVTST Long Range Shoot
Starts: 03/13/2027 - Ends: 03/13/2027
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International Dark Sky Week
Starts: 04/22/2027 - Ends: 04/30/2022
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International Dark Sky Week
Starts: 04/22/2028 - Ends: 05/01/2023
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White Pine County Horse Races
Starts: 08/21/2026 - Ends: 08/22/2022
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White Pine County Horse Races
Starts: 08/20/2027 - Ends: 08/21/2023
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Ice Fishing Derby
Starts: 01/30/2027 - Ends: 01/28/2024
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Ice Fishing Derby
Starts: 01/29/2028 - Ends: 01/26/2025
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Ely Festival of Trees
Starts: 12/02/2026 - Ends: 12/05/2024
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Ely Festival of Trees
Starts: 12/02/2027 - Ends: 12/05/2025
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Ely Festival of Trees
Starts: 12/02/2028 - Ends: 12/06/2026
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Fire and Ice Fireworks Special
Starts: 01/16/2027 - Ends: 01/19/2025
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Fire and Ice Fireworks Special
Starts: 01/22/2028 - Ends: 01/25/2026
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Fire and Ice Fireworks Special
Starts: 01/20/2029 - Ends: 01/24/2027
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Tip a Cop
Starts: 11/23/2026 - Ends: 11/24/2024
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Tip a Cop
Starts: 11/23/2027 - Ends: 11/24/2025
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Tip a Cop
Starts: 11/23/2028 - Ends: 11/25/2026
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Nevada Northern Railway Photography Workshop
Starts: 02/06/2027 - Ends: 02/09/2025
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Nevada Northern Railway Photography Workshop
Starts: 02/06/2028 - Ends: 02/09/2026
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Nevada Northern Railway Photography Workshop
Starts: 02/06/2029 - Ends: 02/10/2027
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/05/2026 - Ends: 12/08/2024
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/04/2027 - Ends: 12/07/2025
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/02/2028 - Ends: 12/06/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 06/28/2026 - Ends: 06/28/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 07/26/2026 - Ends: 07/26/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 08/23/2026 - Ends: 08/23/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 09/27/2026 - Ends: 09/27/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 10/25/2026 - Ends: 10/25/2026
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/05/2026 - Ends: 12/08/2024
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/04/2027 - Ends: 12/07/2025
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Christmas Crafter's Festival
Starts: 12/02/2028 - Ends: 12/06/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 06/28/2026 - Ends: 06/28/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 07/26/2026 - Ends: 07/26/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 08/23/2026 - Ends: 08/23/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 09/27/2026 - Ends: 09/27/2026
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Get Knit
Starts: 10/25/2026 - Ends: 10/25/2026
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Santa's Reindeer Flyer Christmas Train!
Starts: 11/23/2026 - Ends: 12/28/2024
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Santa's Reindeer Flyer Christmas Train!
Starts: 11/23/2027 - Ends: 12/28/2025
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Santa's Reindeer Flyer Christmas Train!
Starts: 11/23/2028 - Ends: 12/29/2026
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Pike-out: Save Comins Lake Fishing Contest
Starts: 05/09/2027 - Ends: 05/10/2026
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Pike-out: Save Comins Lake Fishing Contest
Starts: 05/09/2028 - Ends: 05/11/2027
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Pike-out: Save Comins Lake Fishing Contest
Starts: 05/09/2029 - Ends: 05/10/2028
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Pike-out: Save Comins Lake Fishing Contest
Starts: 05/09/2030 - Ends: 05/10/2029