Upcoming Events


From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.

  • Watauga Association 250th Anniversary Celebration

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    The Watauga Association A 250 th Anniversary Celebration Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park Saturday, April 9 th 10:00 am – 4:00 pm The United States of America may have been born on July 4 th , 1776, but the idea of American self-government began a full four years earlier in 1772, and it happened in

  • Fibers Show & Sale

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Fibers Show and Sale with the Overmountain Weavers Guild Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park Saturday, March 12 from 10 am – 4 pm Sunday, March 13 from 11 am – 4 pm The Fibers Show and Sale will feature Guild demonstrations of weaving, spinning, and knitting throughout the weekend.  Guild members and other local fiber artists will have a

  • Old Time Music Jam

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Old Time Music Jam – Led by Art Lang Sunday, January 23, 2022                                                  1:30 pm – 4:00 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!

  • Fellowship English Country Dancing

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Fellowship English Country Dancing Sunday, January 16, 2022                                                  1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Beginners and seasoned dancers alike are all welcome! The afternoon will include the opportunity to learn dances from different worldwide cultures. No cost to attend. Open to anyone, with or without experience or a partner. Meet in the Visitor Center. Sponsored by

  • Audition for Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals!

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    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Audition for Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals! Saturday, January 15, 2022                            1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sunday, January 23, 2022                               1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Interested in performing in Tennessee’s official outdoor drama?  We invite you to audition for this fun and unique interpretation of the American Revolution as told by

  • Old Christmas at Fort Watauga

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    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Christmas isn’t over yet! Come to Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park and see how our colonial ancestors celebrated a holiday called “Old Christmas”. In Colonial America, Christmas was celebrated as a twelve day holiday with many traditions and customs. Does The Twelve Days of Christmas sound familiar? These twelve days of feasting, and merrymaking ended

  • Sabine Hill Guided Tour

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    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Sabine Hill Guided Tour Friday, January 7, 2022 1:00 pm Thursday, January 13, 2022 1:00 pm Saturday January 22, 2022 11:00 am Adults - $9.00; Ages 7 to 17 years - $5.00; 6 and under free Tax included                                                                           Max:  6 Registration required - www.tnstateparks.com/parks/events/sycamore-shoals Join park staff for a guided tour of this stately home

  • First Footing

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    “First Footing” At the Historic John & Landon Carter Saturday, January 1, 2022                                                                     1:00 pm Pre-registration required - www.tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals Join park staff for a New Year’s Day visit to the oldest frame house in Tennessee. Built circa 1775, the historic Carter Mansion boasts architectural details which are quite elaborate when compared to

  • Overmountain Christmas Open House

    Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park 1651 W. Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN, United States

    Overmountain Christmas Open House Saturday, December 4                                                  10:00 am – 3:00 pm Please join us at the park Visitors Center for a festive holiday gathering. Enjoy historically dressed carolers, Christmas stories, the Watauga Valley Art League’s annual Winterfest Art Show, and more. There will be a special activity/project the whole family can participate in making.