Upcoming Events
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2 events,Exchange Place Spring Garden Fair Saturday, April 25, 10 am until 5 pm Sunday, April 26, noon until 5 pm Demonstrations of springtime activities on a mid-19 th century farmstead are interspersed with thousands of plants being offered for sale with an emphasis on natives, herbs, perennials, and heirloom plants, along with garden accessories and
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Old Time Music Jam Sunday, April 26 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM Cost: Free Admission 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 to |
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THE BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY Thursday, April 30, 2026 • 7:30 pm Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Bon Jovi’s iconic album 'Slipper When Wet' live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full |
1 event,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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https://youtu.be/bk9uoawZs-w The Texas Tenors The Texas Tenors are the most successful music group and third highest selling artist in the history of America’s Got Talent! Since their 2009 debut on the show, JC, Marcus, and John have released five studio albums, three PBS specials, five DVDs, multiple singles, and two award-winning children’s books. Their work |
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1 event,sponsored by Bravissima! May 5-7, 2026 • 7:00 pm SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your |
1 event,sponsored by Bravissima! May 5-7, 2026 • 7:00 pm SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your |
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Large Cars & Guitars is Rolling into Bristol – May 8-9! Get ready for a weekend full of live country music, jaw-dropping custom big rigs, and family fun—all for a great cause! Live Performances by John Schneider, Elvie Shane, Tony Justice & more Show Trucks, Big Rig Light Shows & Convoy for Hope Parade Charity Auction benefiting sponsored by Bravissima! May 5-7, 2026 • 7:00 pm SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn(Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally(Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your |
3 events,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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https://youtu.be/mko7eMetfIE BlackHawk For more than 20 years, BlackHawk has shared a unique sense of harmony with their voices, their songs, and their fans. It’s a harmony that has scored some of the most distinctive country radio hits of the ‘90s, and still draws tens of thousands of fans to their electrifying live performances. BlackHawk’s 1993 |
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Songwriters Circle May 9 - Birthplace of Country Music Museum - 2pm-5pm Free & open to the public https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/event/songwriters-circle/2026-05-09/
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The Jackson Theatre will host Washington County’s Got TEEN Talent on Saturday, May 9 at 7:00 PM. This community event will showcase talented high school students from across Washington County as they take the stage to perform for the public. Presented in partnership with 4Thirteen, the Town of Jonesborough, Washington County Schools, Johnson City Schools, and the |
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A Foreigners Journey Sun, May 10, 2026 Doors - 6:30 pm / Show - 7:30 pm $34.04 - $80 (prices include all applicable fees and taxes) Members Save $5+ BUY TICKETS FJ is a premier tribute band dedicated to honoring the timeless music of Foreigner, Journey and Classic Rock Legends. With meticulous attention to detail, world-class musicianship, and |
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Speaker Sessions: Dom Flemons on Lesley Riddle May 12 - VIRTUAL on Zoom - 7pm Free & open to the public https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/event/speaker-sessions-don-flemons-on-lesley-riddle/ |
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Farm and Fun Time feat. Joshua Ray Walker & Chancellor Lawson May 14 - Birthplace of Country Music Museum - 7pm $48.69 TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/event/farm-and-fun-time-feat-joshua-ray-walker-and-chan cellor-lawson/ |
1 event,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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https://youtu.be/4xZBkOmtt8M Brothers of the Heart Back by popular demand (again)! Jimmy Fortune, Bradley Walker, Mike Rogers, and Ben Isaacs come together as Brothers of the Heart. Each member brings decades of musical experience, creating a fresh and exciting blend that transcends great harmonies and memorable lyrics. This unique sound is crafted exclusively by Brothers of |
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Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Join us for the final performance in our 2025-2026 Free Community Performance Series. Tickets are free and will be available on a first come, first served basis beginning April 10, 2026 @ 10 AM. Enjoy a night out with the family and celebrate the arts at NPAC! “Every important occasion in life
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Join us Thursday, May 21, for Story Power—an evening where stories take center stage and community comes to life. Hosted by the International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, this season kickoff and spring fundraiser unfolds across the Mary B. Martin Storytelling Hall and Jackson Theatre. Enjoy an unforgettable performance by Bil Lepp, a live auction of |
2 events,Bristol, Tennessee Unveils Bristol Sessions Nights: Road to 100 Yearlong Series Leading to Country Music Centennial BRISTOL, Tenn. – A century after the recordings that forever changed American music, Bristol, Tennessee is setting the stage for a yearlong celebration that bridges its storied past with a vibrant musical future. Today, the City of Bristol, Tennessee, 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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Monthly Bluegrass Jam May 23 - Birthplace of Country Music Museum - 3-5pm Free & open to the public https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/event/monthly-bluegrass-jam-3/2026-05-23/
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In 2023, the highly-esteemed bluegrass band Blue Highway celebrates 29 years of touring, with four of the original members still intact. Its single "On the Roof of the World" was number one on the Bluegrass Today National Airplay chart for 4 weeks from July to August 2022, and was the number one song for the month of September while
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In 2023, the highly-esteemed bluegrass band Blue Highway celebrates 29 years of touring, with four of the original members still intact. Its single "On the Roof of the World" was number one on the Bluegrass Today National Airplay chart for 4 weeks from July to August 2022, and was the number one song for the month of September while |
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1 event,Sponsored by Tri-Cities Airport May 26-28, 2026 • 7:00 pm From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse —remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical |
1 event,Sponsored by Tri-Cities Airport May 26-28, 2026 • 7:00 pm From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse —remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical |
1 event,Sponsored by Tri-Cities Airport May 26-28, 2026 • 7:00 pm From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse —remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical |
3 events,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 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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1 event,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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3 events,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 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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Sister Hazel Fri, June 5, 2026 Doors - 6:30 pm / Show - 7:30 pm $28.54 - $80 (prices include all applicable fees and taxes) Members Save $5+ BUY TICKETS Originating from Gainesville, FL, Sister Hazel is comprised of five gifted, seasoned musicians whose well-spring of natural talent has been called “one of the Top |
