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Claxton Rattlesnake and Wildlife Festival
Claxton, GA · Quirky
- When
- March 13–14, 2027
- Where
- Claxton-Evans County Industrial Park · Claxton · GA
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet
The Evans County Wildlife Club pairs live rattlesnake-handling demonstrations with a downtown parade, car show, beauty pageant, and wildlife exhibits each March, now in its sixth decade. (2027 dates approximate.)
The history within reach
The Evans County Wildlife Club pairs live rattlesnake-handling demonstrations with a downtown parade, car show, beauty pageant, and wildlife exhibits each March, now in its sixth decade.
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