Upcoming Events
From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.
Historical Events
Events
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Screening: Glory
Jackson Theatre 121 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe Jackson Theatre, in partnership with The Heritage Alliance, continues its Celebrating America 250: 1776–2026 film series with a special screening of Glory on Friday, February 20 at 7 PM. Glory (1989) is a tribute to the Army’s first Black regiment, the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, that was mustered up during the Civil War under the command of
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The First and Last Town in Tennesse
McKinney Center 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers- Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of
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State of Franklin Battle
Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site 2620 South Roan St., Johnson City, TN, United StatesState of Franklin Battle Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:00 AM 3:00 PM Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site2620 South Roan StreetJohnson City, TN, 37601United States (map) The annual commemoration of the State of Franklin and the 1788 battle will be held on Saturday, February 28, from 9am to 3pm. Visitors will learn of the failed state and the battle that was
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The First and Last Town in Tennessee
McKinney Center 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers- Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of
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The First and Last Town in Tennessee
McKinney Center 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers- Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of
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The First and Last Town in Tennessee
McKinney Center 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers- Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of
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The First and Last Town in Tennessee
McKinney Center 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesThe McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers- Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of
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Jonesborough’s St. Paddy’s Festival
Downtown Jonesborough 116 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN, United StatesJonesborough’s St. Paddy’s Festival returns on Saturday, March 14, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing a full day of Celtic festivities! Visit with Highland Cows, try your hand at the Highland Games, explore local crafts, join in on the fun run, and enjoy live Irish music, food, and drinks. The celebration kicks off at
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Sullivan County Tennessee Fair
History is in the making as Sullivan County Tennessee Fair officially announces its inaugural fair, scheduled to take place from August 2nd through August 8th, 2026. This landmark event promises a week of family-friendly entertainment, technological showcases, and community celebration. The fair committee is currently seeking local and regional vendors, food trucks, performers, and artisans
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Exchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival
Exchange Place: Living History Farm 4812 Orebank Rd., Kingsport, TN, United StatesExchange Place Fall Folk Arts Festival Saturday, September 26, 10 am until 5 pm Sunday, September 27, noon until 5 pm Inaugurated in 1972, the Fall Folk Arts Festival focuses on harvest time activities on an 1850s farm, with an emphasis on pioneer arts and crafts, old-fashioned foods, music, and children's activities. Artisans will demonstrate


