Upcoming Events
From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.
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MONDAY, JUNE 19 12 NOON HONEYSUCKLE BASKETS - Come try your hand at weaving baskets out of old honeysuckle vines! Those old-timey baskets are not as hard to make as they look! Meet at the Main Bath house. 3:00 PM WEAR IT AWAY - Did you know that some of our park land is disappearing? |
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MONDAY, JUNE 26 9:00 AM HIKE TO ROCK CITY - Come explore a remote corner of Warriors’ Path, full of geologic discovery. This will be a challenging 3-4 mile hike, so be sure to wear comfortable clothes, good hiking shoes, and bring some drinking water. Meet at the Mountain Bike Trail parking area. 2:00 PM |
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Tennessee’s Oldest Town is excited to host the 2023 Jonesborough Days Festival on Saturday, July 1 and Sunday, July 2. This event includes family activities, live music, handmade local crafts, a patriotic parade and fireworks. This festival is free and open to the public. The festival hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 1 and 12 to 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 2. The festival begins Saturday, July 1 at 10 a.m.
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Join us at August Muse for a July Art Show featuring the work of local artist Judy Leroux. The show will be on display throughout the month of July, and an opening night event will take place on July 1 from 6-8pm. We can't wait to celebrate the work of this talented artist with the
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MONDAY, JULY 3 1:00 PM UN-NATURE HIKE - We people can make big changes in nature - some are good, some not so good. Come on along and we’ll look for clues of these changes... we can even collect some of these clues for our 3pm Litter Bug Program! Meet at the Open Air Chapel. |
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History at Home Seasonal Interpretive Programs With Andrea Price & Slade Nakoff July 4 th – July 15 th Carter Mansion Guided Tour Tuesday – Saturday, July 4 - 8 10:00 am Tuesday – Saturday, July 11-15 12:30 pm Cost: Adults - $9.00; Ages 7 to 17 - $5.00; Ages 6 and under Free Tax
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Believe in Bristol is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Star-Spangled Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. This year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a wide array of family-friendly activities, live music, and, for the first time since 2019, a dazzling fireworks display to close |
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Crowns, A Gospel Musical is coming to Jonesborough Crowns, a Gospel Musical will be presented in partnership between the McKinney Center and Umoja of Johnson City. Crowns will be performed on August 18, 19 and 20 at the McKinney Center, located at 103 Franklin Avenue. The gospel music is by Regina Taylor and adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Crowns is the story |
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The front lawn of the Dickson-Williams Mansion will be alive with music this July at the tenth annual Lyrics on the Lawn music concert series. The free concerts are a project of Main Street: Greeneville, and will take place every Thursday evening, rain or shine during the month of July. All performances are free and |
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Main Street Elizabethton invites you to participate in the third annual Firefly 5K Run/Walk on Friday, July 7 at 8 PM! Run or walk throughout Downtown Elizabethton on the July First Friday to support downtown revitalization. The streets will be filled with Music, Shopping, Dining, and Fun! The race starts and finished by running/walking through |
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Join us for our 20th annual Mountain City Sunflower Festival, with over 200 vendors, The Annual Deputy Allen Lipford Memorial Car/Truck/Bike Show, The Miss/Mr. Sunflower Pageant, Free live entertainment all day, a fun zone packed with fun for the whole family! Free inflatables for kids to enjoy and so much more! |
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MONDAY, JULY 10 2;00 PM POLLINATION STATION - Bees aren’t the only pollinators! Meet at the pool entrance for a short walk to discover about the many essential pollinators in our park! 5:00 PM HUMMINGBIRD FEEDERS - Everyone loves to watch these tiny, speedy birds! You can get a much closer look if you offer Monday, July 10th Nikola Tesla’s Birthday Join us for the most electrifying party of the summer. Today only, Tesla Experience tickets are $1 for everyone with paid general admission (excludes groups). As always, children under 3 are free.
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"Grant and Twain The Men and The Memoirs" A friendship That Made History. Docudrama PRESERVING OUR HERITAGE The Tri Cities Civil War Round Table is hosting a two Act Docudrama entitled “The Men and The Memoirs” a play starring two living history scholars — Curt Fields as Gen. Ulysses S. Grant and Warren Brown as Mark Twain |
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JOHNSON CITY, TN - Summertime, mountains, and motorcycles. A unique combination found here in Johnson City and Northeast Tennessee. Be on the lookout for 200 motorcyclists from across the North and South this weekend in anticipation of the 21st Reunion of Nubian Kruzers United MC being hosted by Johnson City’s own local chapter. The reunion will |
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – Visit Johnson City is proud to lend their support to the American Jet Sport Association (AJSA) as they bring the 2023 Southern Summer Series to Winged Deer Lakeside Park July 14th through July 16th. This event is one of many with a goal in mind of bringing visitors and locals American Jet Sport Association Jet Ski Racing Coming to Winged Deer Park JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. – Visit Johnson City is proud to lend their support to the American Jet Sport Association (AJSA) as they bring rounds seven and eight of the 2023 Southern Summer Series to Winged Deer Lakeside Park July 14th through July 16th. Friday
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Would you enjoy your own personalized Junk Journal using beautiful papers, fabrics and embellishments? Join Marta, the joyful crafter, at August Muse July 14 from 12-2pm. We will also be making Master Boards, ink box cards, dangles, pockets, having fun using alcohol ink, distress paste, stencils, and much more.Everyone takes home a goodie bag at
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Join local artist Nash, for an evening painting experience and take home your own Wildflower Windows. All instruction and supplies are included, just bring yourself and maybe a friend! Class Size is limited. Register now or in store at August Muse, registration will close July 13 at 9:00pm. $50 per person
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Tri-State Outdoors Fest is a yearly event held in Cumberland Gap, TN that celebrates everything in outdoor recreation that the Cumberland Gap region has to offer. Come out on July 15, 2023 and take part in guided hikes and seminars that are led by experts known around the world for their knowledge in their fields of expertise. |
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MONDAY, JULY 17 2:00 PM LITTER BUGS - Meet at the Open Air Chapel and we’ll see what strange creatures we can create out of garbage. Bring at least 5 pieces of trash that you find along the way. (At the main bath house if it rains). 4:00 PM WEAR IT AWAY - Did you |
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Jonesborough merchants prepare for the annual Christmas in July celebration, which will take place from July 20 to July 25. Tennessee’s Oldest Town will be festive with Santa's sleigh in front of the Washington County Courthouse decorated with a Christmas in July theme. There will also be tree trunks wrapped in warm white lights to enhance the summer nights with a bit of sparkle.
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Join the Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum on July 20th at 6:30 pm as we welcome Dr. William Kennedy. Dr. Kennedy’s talk is entitled “Jonesborough’s Historic Porches and Bay Windows: Form, Function, and Flowers.” He will be speaking about the architectural, as well as the social function historic porches have served in Jonesborough’s history. The
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Main Street Greeneville’s Summer Concert Series celebrates ten years with the third show of 2023 on Thursday, July 20 at 7:00 pm. The FREE concert will be held on the lawn of the Dickson-Williams Mansion in the heart of downtown Greeneville, Tennessee. The concerts take place each Thursday evening in July. This week’s concert and |
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Live theatre production, performed at Heritage Hall in Mountain City by Johnson County Community Theatre
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Come in from the heat and create Junk Journal using beautiful papers, fabrics and embellishments. Join Marta, the joyful crafter, at August Muse July 14 from 12-2pm. We will also be making Master Boards, ink box cards, dangles, pockets, having fun using alcohol ink, distress paste, stencils, and much more.Everyone takes home a goodie bag
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McKinney Center to host artists Carolyn McLaney and Karen Hitchcock The McKinney Center will feature painter Carolyn McLaney and glass fusion artist Karen Hitchcock in a new exhibition. The exhibition opening reception will take place on Friday, July 21 from 5 – 7 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Both artists will be at the opening reception to talk to visitors about |
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Independence on the Frontier Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park Saturday, July 22 nd Step back in time 247 years to a colorful revolutionary world and witness life on the colonial frontier during a very tumultuous time. In the summer of 1776 colonial leaders met in Philadelphia to draft a document that would forever change the
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First ever Jeep Fest event at "The Farm" Bulls Gap's City Park. Free T-Shirt First 175 Jeeps. Off-road Jeeps, On-Road Jeeps, Jeeps all colors, all sizes, come out and enjoy the day at Jeep Fest.
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MONDAY, JULY 24 2:00 PM MID-DAY STROLL - Enjoy the cool, the peace and the special discoveries of mid-day in the forest. Meet at the main bath house for a short, refreshing hike. 4:00 PM TOILET PAPER ROLL BIRD FEEDERS - Let’s make a snack for our feathered friends! Meet at the main bath house,
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StoryTown Radio Show will celebrate stories of local veterans in a special “Salute to Veterans” production on Monday, July 24 at 7 p.m. at the McKinney Center, located 103 Franklin Avenue. This annual production brings to life the experiences that veterans have shared with StoryTown during one-on-one interviews and during the McKinney Center’s “Listening Days” which happen throughout the year. “This year’s |
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Old Time Music Jam – Led by Art Lang Sunday, August 27 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Enjoy the rich musical traditions of our region. Old time musicians of all levels are welcome. Don’t play and instrument? Come on over, kick back, and enjoy the tunes! |
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Would you enjoy your own personalized Junk Journal using beautiful papers, fabrics and embellishments? Join Marta, the joyful crafter, at August Muse July 14 from 12-2pm. We will also be making Master Boards, ink box cards, dangles, pockets, having fun using alcohol ink, distress paste, stencils, and much more.Everyone takes home a goodie bag at
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2023 Baby & Family Expo at YWCA NETN and SWVA A One-Stop Free Event Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 10 to 2 pm at 106 State Street It’s all things baby, children, and family at the 7th Baby & Family Expo on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at YWCA NETN and SWVA, 106 State Street, Bristol,
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Wizardly World of Jonesborough TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 14, 2023 at 10 a.m. Join us in Downtown Jonesborough as it’s transformed into a world of wizardry on Saturday, July 29 from 5-9 p.m. We’re celebrating Harry Potter’s birthday with the sights and sounds of your favorite magical world! Purchase a ticket and sample |
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MONDAY JULY 31 1:00 PM TURKEY TALK - Let’s “talk turkey” about our biggest native game bird. Meet at the Open Air Chapel, or main bath house if it’s raining. 3:00 PM SENSORY STROLL - Lets put all five of our senses to the test while going on this short hike. Meet at the Open |
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Carter Mansion Guided Tour Tuesday – Saturday, August 1 - 5 10:00 am Tuesday – Saturday, August 8 - 12 12:30 pm Cost: Adults - $9.00; Ages 7 to 17 - $5.00; Ages 6 and under Free Tax included Max:12 per tour Registration required - www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals Join Seasonal Interpreter Andrea Price for a tour of |
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“August under the Stars” returns to Allandale Mansion The live concert series – “August under the Stars” is returning to Allandale Mansion next month with an exciting line-up of Jazz, Blues and Country music performers. Just bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy a free outdoor concert with friends and family. The concerts will |
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Hiking enthusiasts from across the country will gather in Northeast Tennessee August 4-7 for a variety of hikes, workshops, and excursions as part of the Appalachian Trail Vista summit. With East Tennessee State University's D.P. Culp Center as the homebase, the Vista provides a forum for engagement of activities on and near the Appalachian Trail.
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Come and celebrate Angelyn Debord at her art show opening night Friday August 4 from 6-8pm. You will be able to meet the artist, view her works, enjoy light refreshments, and enjoy live music by Knoxville singer and musician Nancy Brennan Strange. Strange will be performing folk jazz and original music throughout the evening. Angelyn
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Bristol, TN/VA (July 28, 2023)— On Friday, August 4, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., downtown will be filled with car enthusiasts as Antique Automobile Club of America - Appalachian Region hosts another Hot Bristol Night on State Street! In addition to the car show, Believe in Bristol will be hosting a nine hole mini |
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20 th Annual Elizabethton Butterfly Count Saturday, August 5 9:00 am Meet naturalist Don Holt at Sycamore Shoals for this day-long winged adventure across town. The morning is spent at Sycamore Shoals and the afternoon in other areas of Elizabethton. Come for all or part of the day! There is a small fee to have
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Fall Gardening Seminar with Ben Hunter Saturday, August 5 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Pre-Registration Not Required) Gardener extraordinaire, Ben Hunter, will be joining us to share his experiences and techniques for growing the garden of your dreams! Each program meets in the park Gathering Place. Sponsored by the Northeast Tennessee Master Gardeners.
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The Defense of Fort Watauga Saturday, August 5 10:00 am Admission: $6.00: Tax included Max: 25 Registration required – www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals In the summer of 1776, three hundred Cherokee warriors laid siege to Fort Watauga where 200 local settlers had sought refuge. Join Museum Curator Chad Bogart for a detailed recounting of the siege. |
