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Old Time Music Jam Sunday, June 28 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM Cost: Free! Enjoy a mix of old time and traditional folk, Celtic and gospel music. Acoustic instruments such as fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin, dulcimer (both kinds), autoharp, feet (no taps) are welcome. All who are interested in playing, learning about, or listening The Town of Jonesborough is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2026 lineup for its Sunday summer music series, Brews & Tunes. The free concert series will take place every Sunday evening from June 7 through September 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the International Storytelling Center Plaza. This year’s lineup features a mix of regional favorites and talented newcomers, including performances |
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Cove Ridge Marina America’s 250th Celebration
Observation Knob Park’s Independence Day Extravaganza
56th Annual Jonesborough Days Festival
On July 3 and 4, 2026, Tennessee’s Oldest Town celebrates the 56th Annual Jonesborough Days Festival. For two days, downtown is filled with music, food, handmade goods, family activities, and fireworks. It is one of the most loved Independence Day traditions in Northeast Tennessee. This year’s America 250 theme adds even more meaning as the nation moves toward Twilight Alive – one of the most popular concert series in the region – will soon be jammin’ on the streets of downtown Kingsport this summer, offering fans a fantastic lineup of country, rock, bluegrass and more. As with previous years, this year’s concert series features eight weeks of free live music in the downtown |
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Celebrate 40 years of Independence Day fun in Johnson City, TN! The 40th Annual Pepsi Independence Day Celebration takes place July 4 at Freedom Hall, with festivities beginning at 4 PM. Enjoy an evening of live music, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular fireworks show to end the night. This year's celebration features country Twilight Alive Concert Series returns to Downtown Kingsport Twilight Alive – one of the most popular concert series in the region – will soon be jammin’ on the streets of downtown Kingsport this summer, offering fans a fantastic lineup of country, rock, bluegrass and more. As with previous years, this year’s concert series features eight |
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Observation Knob Park’s Independence Day Extravaganza
The Town of Jonesborough is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2026 lineup for its Sunday summer music series, Brews & Tunes. The free concert series will take place every Sunday evening from June 7 through September 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the International Storytelling Center Plaza. This year’s lineup features a mix of regional favorites and talented newcomers, including performances |
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7 events,The Kingsport Public Library is pleased to announce the return of the Lunchtime Live concert series. Two great shows are scheduled to take place this July, showcasing the musical talents of local performers and the tasty treats of some well-known food trucks. This summer’s performers will be: Ron Short & the Possum Playboys at Allandale Bristol, Tenn.-Va. (April 29, 2026) - Believe in Bristol (BiB) is excited to unveil the official lineup for the 26th annual Border Bash, the region’s premier free outdoor summer concert series held along State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol. This year’s series will feature five high-energy shows headlined by The Wilson Springs Hotel, Hannah Dasher, Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo, Sunny |
1 event,2026 Dates: Monthly, every 2nd Saturday January 10 February 14 March 14 April 11 (SHOWCASE) May 9 June 13 July 12 August 8 September 12 (TBD) October 11 November 14 (SHOWCASE) December 12 Time: 2-5 p.m. ET Location: The Learning Center, Birthplace of Country Music Museum Cost: Free and open to the public, donations encouraged |
1 event,The Town of Jonesborough is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2026 lineup for its Sunday summer music series, Brews & Tunes. The free concert series will take place every Sunday evening from June 7 through September 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the International Storytelling Center Plaza. This year’s lineup features a mix of regional favorites and talented newcomers, including performances |
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1 event,Mountain Music Summer Jams on the Pickin' Porch begin June 9 Every second and fourth Tuesday in June, July, and August, the JAM students and instructors will start us off at 6pm and then bluegrass and old-time bands will play 'til the sun goes down. Enjoy live mountain music outdoors under the shade tree in |
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BRISTOL, TN-VA - The Birthplace of Country Music Museum will present Radio Bristol's Farm and Fun Time, with musical guests Belle Frantz and Andrew Sa in the acoustically perfect intimate Performance Theater on Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Hosted by Kris Truelsen & Country Casserole, Farm and Fun Time is a re-imagining of the classic WYCB Radio program
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Farm and Fun Time feat. Belle Frantz & Andrew Sa July 16 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $48.69 Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026 Time: 7 p.m. ET (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; guests are asked to be seated by 6:55 p.m.) Location: Birthplace of Country Music Museum Tickets: $48.69 (includes all fees) BUY TICKETS Join us |
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Kingsport Fun Fest
Fun Fest is synonymous with summer in Kingsport but it can be a bit overwhelming for someone who’s never experienced it before. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or it’s a yearly tradition, we’ve put together the ultimate Fun Fest Guide to help you make the most of your festival experience. Fun Fest is The Kingsport Public Library is pleased to announce the return of the Lunchtime Live concert series. Two great shows are scheduled to take place this July, showcasing the musical talents of local performers and the tasty treats of some well-known food trucks. This summer’s performers will be: Ron Short & the Possum Playboys at Allandale BRISTOL, Tenn. – Organizers of Bristol Sessions Nights: Road to 100 announced today that tickets for the yearlong cultural series celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 1927 Bristol Sessions will now cost $27 per event, a move designed to make the experience accessible to a wider audience as Bristol prepares for one of the most significant milestones in American Twilight Alive Concert Series returns to Downtown Kingsport Twilight Alive – one of the most popular concert series in the region – will soon be jammin’ on the streets of downtown Kingsport this summer, offering fans a fantastic lineup of country, rock, bluegrass and more. As with previous years, this year’s concert series features eight |
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Kingsport Fun Fest
The Town of Jonesborough is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2026 lineup for its Sunday summer music series, Brews & Tunes. The free concert series will take place every Sunday evening from June 7 through September 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the International Storytelling Center Plaza. This year’s lineup features a mix of regional favorites and talented newcomers, including performances |
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3 events,Join the Jackson Theatre and the McKinney Center for a series of programs celebrating local history and America’s 250th birthday. Tales of Our 250th includes skits, historians, re-enactors, musicians, and much more in a tapestry of Jonesborough stories and community history. These events will run June–October and start at 7:00 pm at The Jackson Theatre,
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Tickets are on sale Thursday, April 9th at 10 AM at funfest.net.Thursday Concert: Jeremy Camp, featuring Katy NicholeFriday Concert: Daughtry, featuring SwitchfootSaturday Concert: Double headliners - Brothers Osborne and LeAnn RimesGeneral Admission tickets are just $25.Buy your tickets early and save! Prices increase on June 26th.Friends of Festus Tickets are $70 for Thursday, $80 for Friday and $90 for Saturday.A BIG Thank |
5 events,Bristol, Tenn.-Va. (April 29, 2026) - Believe in Bristol (BiB) is excited to unveil the official lineup for the 26th annual Border Bash, the region’s premier free outdoor summer concert series held along State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol. This year’s series will feature five high-energy shows headlined by The Wilson Springs Hotel, Hannah Dasher, Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo, Sunny Music on the Square is a free event open to the public. This season, will feature a diverse range of music including bluegrass, jazz, rock, americano and blues. Food options every Friday night include a weekly rotating food truck and downtown Jonesborough restaurants, The Opossums Tale Public House and Buzzed Wings. Carry out options are available. Music on the Square
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Tickets are on sale Thursday, April 9th at 10 AM at funfest.net.Thursday Concert: Jeremy Camp, featuring Katy NicholeFriday Concert: Daughtry, featuring SwitchfootSaturday Concert: Double headliners - Brothers Osborne and LeAnn RimesGeneral Admission tickets are just $25.Buy your tickets early and save! Prices increase on June 26th.Friends of Festus Tickets are $70 for Thursday, $80 for Friday and $90 for Saturday.A BIG Thank |
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Jonesborough, TN – The Jackson Theatre welcomes acclaimed guitarist, singer and songwriter Lee Roy Parnell on Saturday, July 25, at 7 p.m. Regarded as one of the world’s preeminent slide guitar virtuosos, Lee Roy Parnell has become synonymous with the instrument and the music that has shaped his life from his youngest years. Born in Abilene, Texas
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Tickets are on sale Thursday, April 9th at 10 AM at funfest.net.Thursday Concert: Jeremy Camp, featuring Katy NicholeFriday Concert: Daughtry, featuring SwitchfootSaturday Concert: Double headliners - Brothers Osborne and LeAnn RimesGeneral Admission tickets are just $25.Buy your tickets early and save! Prices increase on June 26th.Friends of Festus Tickets are $70 for Thursday, $80 for Friday and $90 for Saturday.A BIG Thank |
1 event,The Town of Jonesborough is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2026 lineup for its Sunday summer music series, Brews & Tunes. The free concert series will take place every Sunday evening from June 7 through September 27, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the International Storytelling Center Plaza. This year’s lineup features a mix of regional favorites and talented newcomers, including performances |
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Regarded as one of the world’s preeminent slide guitar virtuosos, Lee Roy Parnell has become synonymous with the instrument and the music that has shaped his life from his youngest years. Born in Abilene, Texas to Roy and Anna Belle Parnell in the winter of 1956, Parnell was raised with an uncompromising work ethic, a |
1 event,Mountain Music Summer Jams on the Pickin' Porch begin June 9 Every second and fourth Tuesday in June, July, and August, the JAM students and instructors will start us off at 6pm and then bluegrass and old-time bands will play 'til the sun goes down. Enjoy live mountain music outdoors under the shade tree in |
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3 events,Old Time Music Jam – Led by Art Lang 4th Sunday of each Month 1:30 pm – 4 pm Enjoy the rich musical traditions of our region each month. Old time musicians of all levels are welcome. Don’t play an instrument? Come on over, kick back and enjoy the tunes!
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Music on the Square is a free event open to the public. This season, will feature a diverse range of music including bluegrass, jazz, rock, americano and blues. Food options every Friday night include a weekly rotating food truck and downtown Jonesborough restaurants, The Opossums Tale Public House and Buzzed Wings. Carry out options are available. Music on the Square |
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