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SUMMARY:Red\, White & BOOM
DESCRIPTION:KINGSPORT\, Tenn. – Kingsport’s fifth-annual Red\, White and BOOM Independence Day Celebration returns on July 4th in Downtown Kingsport. This year’s event will feature food trucks\, fireworks\, live music and more! Red\, White & BOOM will take place on Main Street in the Centennial Park area of downtown Kingsport. \n\nActivities will take place throughout the afternoon and evening on Main Street. More than a dozen food trucks will line the street and many downtown restaurants will have modified hours to stay open longer. New this year\, we’re excited to announce a hot dog eating contest\, in partnership with Hot Dog Hut\, and a kids’ watermelon eating contest. Stay tuned for additional details and times. Headlining this year’s free concert is Grand Funk Railroad. More entertainment will be announced soon. Kingsport’s Independence Day Fireworks will follow the performances\, with an estimated start time of 9:45 p.m. The fireworks soundtrack with be livestreamed on Electric 94.9. \n\n“We are so excited to be celebrating Red\, White & BOOM’s fifth year in downtown Kingsport\,” said Emily Thompson\, Visit Kingsport’s Director of Fun Fest and Special Events. “This year is extra meaningful as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary. We can’t wait to honor the legacy of our country while making memories with our community.” \n\nThis year we are excited to welcome headliner\, Grand Funk Railroad. Known as The American Band\, Grand Funk Railroad continues to make their mark on rock music with hits like We’re an American Band\, The Loco-Motion and Some Kind of Wonderful among others. Founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums\, and writer/singer of the iconic “We’re an American Band”) and Mel Schacher (bass\, the thunder behind the groove) are joined by a lineup of all-star talent: soulful lead vocalist and writer of 38 Special’s smash “Second Chance\,” Max Carl; guitar slinger and veteran of Bob Seger’s Silver Bullet Band\, Mark Chatfield; and the ever-versatile Tim Cashion (affectionately known as “Dr. Tim”)\, who – in the past – has hit the road with Bob Seger\, on keys. Since 1969\, Grand Funk Railroad has sold more than 25 million albums\, had 19 charting singles\, earned seven gold and 10 platinum certifications and has had eight Top 40 hits. \n\n“We are proud to offer Red\, White & BOOM as a free community event that allows families to gather together and celebrate the spirit of Kingsport\,” said Chris McCartt\, Kingsport City Manager. “Red\, White & BOOM brings the opportunity to enjoy live music while also supporting our small businesses downtown.” \n\nRed\, White and BOOM is made possible by our sponsors: Cardinal Glass Industries\, Eastman Credit Union\, Spivey\, King & Spivey\, LLP\, This is Kingsport\, Tractor Supply\, Food City\, Express AV\, Electric 94.9 and Visit Kingsport. \n\nThe event is free and open to the public. Grab a chair or blanket and bring the whole family to enjoy an evening of food\, beverage\, music and fireworks and celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with us. Follow Visit Kingsport on Facebook or Instagram\, or visit redwhiteboomkpt.com for updates and additional information about Red\, White and BOOM.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/red-white-boom/
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Concerts,Festivals,General,Music
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SUMMARY:Sullivan County Tennessee Fair
DESCRIPTION:History is in the making as Sullivan County Tennessee Fair\nofficially announces its inaugural fair\, scheduled to take place from August 2nd through\nAugust 8th\, 2026. This landmark event promises a week of family-friendly entertainment\,\ntechnological showcases\, and community celebration.\nThe fair committee is currently seeking local and regional vendors\, food trucks\, performers\,\nand artisans to be part of this historic first year.\n“We are building a tradition from the ground up\,” says the Sullivan County Tennessee Fair\nCommittee. “Our goal is to create an annual destination that celebrates the unique culture and\nspirit of East Tennessee with a modern approach.”\nHighlights of the upcoming fair include:\n● Live musical performances and nightly entertainment.\n● A diverse range of local food vendors and craft artisans.\n● Technological exhibits and traditional community competitions.\nProspective vendors and entertainers are encouraged to apply early\, as space is limited for this\nmilestone event. Applications and additional information can be found at\nSullivanCountyTNFair.com.\nMedia Contact: Ralph Strahorn | ralph.strahorn@sullivancountytnfair.com | 276.269.7259
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/sullivan-county-tennessee-fair/
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Children's Activities,Farmer's Markets,Festivals,Food/Drink,General,Historical Events,Music
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SUMMARY:Exchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival 
DESCRIPTION:Exchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival\nSaturday\, September 26\, 10 am until 5 pm\nSunday\, September 27\, noon until 5 pm \nInaugurated in 1972\, the Fall Folk Arts Festival focuses on harvest time activities on an 1850s farm\,\nwith an emphasis on pioneer arts and crafts\, old-fashioned foods\, music\, and children's activities.\nArtisans will demonstrate and sell a wide array of traditional folk arts\, and the Harvest Market will\nfeature plants\, autumn produce and seasonal crafts in this\, the oldest autumnal celebration in the\nregion. Admission is $5 for adults\, with children under 12 admitted free.  For more information\,\ncall 423-288-6071 or visit www.exchangeplacetn.org.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/exchange-place-fall-folk-arts-festival-4/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Exchange Place: Living History Farm\, 4812 Orebank Rd.\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37664\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival 
DESCRIPTION:Exchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival\nSaturday\, September 26\, 10 am until 5 pm\nSunday\, September 27\, noon until 5 pm \nInaugurated in 1972\, the Fall Folk Arts Festival focuses on harvest time activities on an 1850s farm\,\nwith an emphasis on pioneer arts and crafts\, old-fashioned foods\, music\, and children's activities.\nArtisans will demonstrate and sell a wide array of traditional folk arts\, and the Harvest Market will\nfeature plants\, autumn produce and seasonal crafts in this\, the oldest autumnal celebration in the\nregion. Admission is $5 for adults\, with children under 12 admitted free.  For more information\,\ncall 423-288-6071 or visit www.exchangeplacetn.org.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/exchange-place-fall-folk-arts-festival-4/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Exchange Place: Living History Farm\, 4812 Orebank Rd.\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37664\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stories from the Pumpkin Patch
DESCRIPTION:The Stories from the Pumpkin Patch will feature several storytellers from the Jonesborough International Story Tellers Guild. These storytellers will be telling tales of old folk lore\, Fall time stories\, and good family fables. During the daylight hours\, various Fall and Halloween crafts will be available for kids. There will be various Halloween themed face paintings at $2 for children of all ages. If you dare\, visitors can explore the site’s ancient and spooky cave. A hayride around the site will be provided by Johnson City Kubota. Hot apple cider will be heated to perfection and served out of the mid-nineteenth century George Haynes cabin. The Tipton-Haynes house will be open for visitors to leisurely stroll through the historic halls and rooms. Several local vendors will be selling their homemade crafts while food trucks will allow visitors to have a picnic.\nAdmission is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Tipton-Haynes members are free!
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/stories-from-the-pumpkin-patch-4/
LOCATION:Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site\, 2620 South Roan St.\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Country at Exchange Place
DESCRIPTION:Christmas in the Country at Exchange Place\nSaturday\, December 5\, 10 am until (approximately) 5 pm \nFresh greenery and trees\, handcrafted wreaths and roping\, unique folk arts and handcrafts\, herbal\nproducts and traditional holiday foods will be on sale.  The celebration also features hands-on\nactivities for all ages and demonstrations of hearthside cooking and baking on the 19th century\nfarmstead.  The traditional Yule Log Ceremony begins at 4:15 pm and features the singing of carols\naround the bonfire\, and a cauldron of wassail.  Admission is $5 for adults\, with children under 12\nadmitted free.  For more information\, call 423-288-6071 or visit www.exchangeplacetn.org.
URL:https://northeasttennessee.org/event/christmas-in-the-country-at-exchange-place-2/
LOCATION:Exchange Place: Living History Farm\, 4812 Orebank Rd.\, Kingsport\, TN\, 37664\, United States
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