Pecan Fest
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THIRD SATURDAY - Held in the heart of Pecan Harvest every year this event is filled with all things nutty! The Chetopa Chamber of Commerce sponsors a full day of activities celebrating Chetopa being the "Pecan Capitol". A huge craft show can be found at the Old Gym.
Pecan Fest
Phone : 620-236-7720 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: chetopa.org/chamber-of-commerce/
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