Kickin' Chicken & Wing Festival

122 W Evans St, Florence, SC 29501, USA

Make plans to come to the annual Kickin' Chicken Wing & Chili Festival on Friday, October 16th in downtown Florence. They will have several chili and wing vendors - all competing for the coveted first place award! There will be live music by Chocolate Chip & Company Band from 5:30pm - 8:30pm.

Along with the wings and chili, a variety of other fun food offerings will be available. You can can choose to enjoy a wide selection of domestic and craft beer along with selection of wine. There will also be plenty of water and Pepsi products available.

Go downtown Florence and taste the wide variety of wings and chili while enjoying your favorite beverage and music.

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