Upcoming Events
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List of Events
Abingdon: Barter Theatre Presents: Maytag Virgin
Maytag Virgin By Audrey Cefaly When Jack moves in to a house next to Lizzy they find that they have as many things in common as they do differences, and a relationship that begins as a coincidental, neighborly friendship becomes an unexpected journey of self-discovery and healing. This is a character driven play set in the Deep South. Peopled with quirky yet recognizable characters and full of humor and evocative language, “A radiant gem of light into the ordinary struggles…
Abingdon: Barter Theatre Presents: Wait Until Dark
Wait Until Dark By Frederick Knott, Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher ”Outstanding...A funny, fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thriller!” Murder, secret identities, and a switchblade named Geraldine sets the stage for this white-knuckle thriller that will have you screeching with delight! In a new, fresh adaptation of Frederick Knott’s original compelling mystery that will have you shrieking out loud, this is the story of Susan Hendrix, a blind yet capable woman, is imperiled by a trio of men in her own apartment. As the…
Abingdon: Barter Theatre Presents: The Loophole
The Loophole By Stacey Isom Campbell Darlene and Charlene, twin sisters from South Carolina, steal $20.5 million from the Department of Defense through a loophole. What begins as an accident turns into a 7-year fraud that these middle-aged Baptist women justify. Funny and touching, The Loophole is a surprising look at greed, grief and the extraordinary journeys of a wounded heart. SEPTEMBER 13 — NOVEMBER 8
Bristol Thunder Valley: Fall Fling 500K
The 10th Anniversary Bristol event in 2019 will now be known as the Fall Fling 500K, a one-time only race, never to happen again, which will send one lucky racer home with a win and a half million dollars for his or her efforts. September 17-21, 2019 will be a very special time in the bracket racing community. Three auxiliary races, each paying $30,000 to the winner, will bookend the 500K Friday race. The 500K race pre-entry will be capped…
Abingdon: Barter Theatre Presents: The Producers
The Producers Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, Music & Lyrics by Mel Brooks “Fun, funny and alive!” Mel Brooks turned his iconic cult classic film into a record breaking musical for the stage. A hotshot Broadway producer, who has lost his luck and his partner in crime, attempt to create and produce the greatest failed Broadway show in history. They make a plan to raise $2 million, hire the worst director and actors, and choose the most offensive…
Jonesborough’s Third Thursdays
Jonesborough’s Third Thursdays Main Street Jonesborough’s next Third Thursday will take place on June 20th from 5 to 8 p.m. Discover unique finds at the many shops, explore museums and grab dinner or a tasty treat from one of the eateries or confectionaries. This family-friendly and open-to-the-public event takes place on the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. throughout Downtown Jonesborough. This festivities will include Boone Street Market’s Thursday Burger Night, live music, and extended hours…
Jonesborough: Third Thursday
Motorcycles, Live Music, Local Eats and Libations at Jonesborough’s Third Thursday Tennessee Hills Distillery is bringing a special HOG Rally event to Tennessee’s Oldest Town during Jonesborough’s Third Thursday on September 19. The fun includes a bike show along Main Street, live music from The Gentleman and Liars, door prizes, cocktails, beer, and food from Trav’s Rib Shack, Caribbean Grille plus downtown restaurants will hold extended hours. This will all take place from 6 to 9 p.m. in the "Parson's…
History Happy Hour
Who was Francis Asbury? Why did he succeed where John Wesley failed? What’s the relevance of any of this to us in East Tennessee? Find out at the next History Happy Hour! Join author and historian Timothy D. Holder as he discusses the life of Francis Asbury, a Methodist circuit rider and preacher active in the late 18th century. Dr. Holder is a history professor at Walters State Community College in Morristown, TN. The program will be held at…
Bristol: Sounds of Summer Concert Series
The Sounds of Summer Concert Series, formerly the Full Moon Jam, will start June 4th and run through September 26th. Concerts will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-9pm from June — September at the Downtown Center (Country Music Mural), 810 State Street. Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the 350 chairs provided on-site. Refreshments are sold in the concessions area for a nominal fee. Clean, well-stocked restrooms also available. Bands subject to change…
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park: Overmountain Men
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park to host several events celebrating the Overmountain Men and their victory at Kings Mountain, bringing the Revolutionary War to life The year was 1780. The tide of the Revolution had turned against the colonists. The British, forced out of New England, gained new allies in the divided South and won victory after victory in a bloody civil war. Charleston had fallen, and American forces had crumbled at the battle of Camden. But then the impossible…
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