Upcoming Events
From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.
Children's Activities
Events
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Bristol’s 45th Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting is set for Monday, December 1, 2025 on Cumberland Street in Historic Downtown Bristol. The event showcases the site’s 30-foot Douglas Fir, lit with over 13,000 twinkling LED lights and surrounded by twenty-five live trees decorated by community members as part of Believe in Bristol’s Christmas Tree Village. |
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Friday, December 5th Parents Night Out Behind on the holiday shopping and need a sitter? Let us cover the childcare from 5:30 - 8:30 pm on the night of the 5th! The night will include play, dinner, a Tesla Experience Show, and other themed activities. This event is for ages 6 - 12 and pre-registration
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Are you running behind on holiday shopping and need a child sitter for an evening? Let us cover the child care from 5:30-8:30pm on the night of December 5th! The night will include play, dinner, a Tesla Experience Show, and other themed activities. What to Expect: Museum Playtime Dinner (2 pieces of pizza and |
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Home School Day
Tuesday, December 16th Home School Day (discount admission all day with a special program at 11:00 am) Join us for this special discount day, especially for our loyal homeschool visitors. Come together to network, explore, play, and learn about upcoming homeschool workshops! To receive the discounted Home School Day rate of $8 per person for general admission,
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Make plans now to spend the day in Mountain City for our award-winning Christmas on Main on Saturday, December 6th!Experience a full day of holiday magic, local shopping, family fun, and community cheer.Learn more at www.VisitMountainCityTN.comPresented by the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce.
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Christmas in the Country at Exchange Place Living History Farm, 4812 Orebank Road in Kingsport, will be held Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fresh greenery, wreaths and roping, unique folk arts and handicrafts, and traditional holiday foods will be on sale. The celebration also features demonstrations of winter time activities on the 19th century
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Church Hill Parade is Saturday, December 6 at 11:00am- line up at 10:00 am Church Hill Library at 10:00 423-357-6161 |
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The 2025 theme will be Christmas in Paradise - whatever paradise means to you and your crew! Registrations will open online on November 1, 2025. Experience the Magic of "The Polar Express" at The Jackson Theatre The Chuckey Depot Railroad Museum invites families to embark on a magical journey to the North Pole with a special screening of "The Polar Express" on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7, at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at The Jackson Theatre located at 121 West Main Street. This beloved holiday tradition transforms Jackson |
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Santa’s Coming to Tiebreakers! The holiday fun is rolling in — and Santa’s bringing a full sleigh of events to Tiebreakers this season! Letters to Santa Drop your letter in Santa’s mailbox between Nov 24–Dec 19, and he’ll write back before Christmas! Photos with Santa Snap a free photo with Santa on Dec 16 &
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The jolliest brunch of the year is almost here! Gather your loved ones and join us on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 AM–2 PM at Brumley’s Restaurant & Lounge for our annual Brunch with Santa, a festive holiday tradition for the whole family. Enjoy a delicious buffet of holiday favorites while little ones meet Santa, share
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Surgoinsville Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 13th 11:00 am - line up at 10:00am at Methodist Church 423-345-2213 |
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Free Photos with Appalachian Santa: Dec 16 & 18 Santa will visit Tiebreakers for two magical evenings of photos on December 16 and December 18 from 5:00–8:00 PM. ● Free to attend Photo courtesy of Appalachian Santa ● No appointment required ● Guests may take their own photos at no cost ● A professional photographer |
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Free Photos with Appalachian Santa: Dec 16 & 18 Santa will visit Tiebreakers for two magical evenings of photos on December 16 and December 18 from 5:00–8:00 PM. ● Free to attend Photo courtesy of Appalachian Santa ● No appointment required ● Guests may take their own photos at no cost ● A professional photographer |
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The Santa Hustle Race Series is more than just a run—it’s a magical holiday experience filled with festive fun, Christmas cheer, and a whole lot of Santa spirit! Runners of all ages and abilities are invited to join this winter wonderland race, featuring a scenic course, holiday music, and sweet treats like candy canes and
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Winter Stories by The Fire Saturday, December 20 10:00 AM Cost: $10 Adult \ $8 Ages 7-17 Registration required - www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals Maximum of 10 participants: Ages 7 and above Join Park Ranger Taylor Moorefield for a seasonal story time inside a log cabin. Various traditional stories will be shared, including some centered around the Christmas Santa’s Coming to Tiebreakers! The holiday fun is rolling in — and Santa’s bringing a full sleigh of events to Tiebreakers this season! Letters to Santa Drop your letter in Santa’s mailbox between Nov 24–Dec 19, and he’ll write back before Christmas! Photos with Santa Snap a free photo with Santa on Dec 16 & |
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The Kingsport Aquatic Center is thrilled to ring in the New Year with one of its most popular events – A Let’s Glow Swimming Party! This special nighttime event will take place in the warm water and play pools from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on January 3. Children of all ages are invited to |
