NOV. 26-27, DEC. 2-3: 7th Annual Festival of Trees
CONWAY — The 7th annual Festival of Trees is Carroll County RSVP’s signature event, lighting up Mount Washington Valley with the magic of the 2022 holiday season and offering a Christmas tradition for residents and visitors from near and far.
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