Upcoming Events
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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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5 events,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 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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From China to Appalachia: Silk Road Sounds Meet Appalachian Roots at The Jackson Theatre June 6 JONESBOROUGH, TN — The Jackson Theatre will present From China to Appalachia on Saturday, June 6, at 7:00 pm, in partnership with the International Storytelling Center. This unexpected trio unites two-time GRAMMY® Award winners Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer
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Kenny Price Saturday, June 6 from 7:00 - 9:00 pmat Heritage Hall Theatre Sponsored by WMCT/The Tomahawk | Kenny, a native of Johnson County has a rich heritage in the music and stories of these hills. He is a carpenter and painter by trade, but a musician by natural instinct. Come out to hear authentic mountain music at |
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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6 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
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Border Bash to Host The Wilson Springs Hotel and Appalachian Roulette in First Show of the Summer Concert Series Bristol, VA-TN (June 10, 2026) – Set in Historic Downtown Bristol TN/VA, the first of five “bashes” of the year will take place Friday, June 12, 2026, at The Downtown Center & 800 Block of 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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Get ready for an unforgettable day! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 13th, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM, because Roan Mountain is kicking off its summer Music Festival series with a bang! Prepare to be thrilled by two amazing musical acts! Start off your afternoon with the incredible Sigean, a Traditional Irish Folk group We’re excited to partner with Crown Cutz Academy & Groovy Grover for our Annual Reggae, Wine, & Shine at the Brewstillery in Johnson City on Saturday, June 13th from 3–10PM! Get ready for a full day of good vibes, great music, and local flavor What to Expect:• Live reggae music all day featuring Jah Phuzion • |
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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5 events,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 – 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 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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Dead Set On Life returns to Johnson City, TN at Tennessee Hills Brewstillery June 20th for a night of 70s Rock N Roll. Join us at 7PM for great brews and hits from AC/DC to Zeppelin and everything in between! |
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Make Music Day
Make Music Day 2026 Resounds Across 150+ U.S. Cities on June 21 including Greeneville and Greene County Held on the summer solstice (the longest day of the year), the world’s largest annual music event returns on Sunday June 21 with over 5,000 concerts, music lessons, and jam sessions nationwide. In 2025, Make Music Day
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All Make Music Day Greeneville events are free and open to the public. Participants who wish to perform or host musical events may register at makemusicday.org. About Make Music Day Held annually on June 21 to coincide with the Summer Solstice, Make Music Day is part of the international Fête de la Musique taking place 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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1 event,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, |
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 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 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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Monthly Bluegrass Jam June 27 - Birthplace of Country Music Museum - 3-5pm Free & open to the public https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/event/monthly-bluegrass-jam-3/2026-06-27/
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JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. — The Jackson Theatre welcomes Rodney Crowell on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. A two-time Grammy Award winner and member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Crowell remains one of the most influential voices in American roots music. With more than four decades of acclaimed releases, he continues to shape |
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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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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 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 |
2 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
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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. Activities will take place throughout the afternoon and |
