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Upper Cumberland Festivals and Special Events

All seasons are seasons of celebration in the Upper Cumberland. There are festivals to celebrate arts & crafts, music, history and famous personalities of the region.
 
January

January 12
Timber Ridge Trail Challenge
Bring your horse for Timber Ridge's Horse Trail Challenge. Enjoy a ride in the cooler weather and maybe win some money to boot! Call the campground at 931-879-7433 for info.
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February

February 1-9
Camping with Henry and Tom
Live theater at the Cookeville Drama Center. Call the Drama Center Box Office for details at 931-528-1313.
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February 1
Cumberland County Playhouse Opens
Peter Pan will show in February to open the 2008 season. For more shows and schedule, call the Playhouse at 931-484-5000.
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February 1-2
Craft Workshops
Enjoy workshops in basket weaving, wood carving and wood burning. For more info, contact Fall Creek Falls Nature Center at 423-881-5708.
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February 9
Valentine Dinner at Red Barn Winery
For more info, contact Judy at 615-688-6012.
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February 9
Gracemoor Valentine Gala
Dinner, entertainment and silent auction. Call Betty at 931-738-5318 for details.
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February 9
Romantic St. Valentine's Day Dinner
The Harrow Road Cafe offers a romantic 4-course dinner by firelight with floral gift and Victorian love poem. $27 per person. For reservations, please call 1-888-214-3400.
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February 9
Chocolate Festival
Sample lots of chocolate goodies and vote for the best...benefits the Fairfield Glade Art Guild. For more info, please call 931-707-8261.

February 9, 14
Valentine's Dinner at the General Store
Gourmet dinner with sweetheart music and skit at the historic T.B. Sutton General Store in Granville. $18 per person, reservations required. For more info, please call 931-653-4534.
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February 10
Bryan Symphony Orchestra Concert
Contact 931-372-6088 for more information.
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February 14-17
Valentine's Lights of Love
Drive-thru light show at Hiddow Hollow Park, flowers and balloons, hot chocolate, hay ride and live Elvis impersonator. Call 931-526-4038 for details.

February 15
Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver Concert
This great Gospel quartet will have get your toes tappin! For ticket info, please call the Cookeville Drama Center at 931-528-1313.
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February 22-24
Antiques on the Mountain
See and/or buy antique folk art, glass, clocks, signs, silver, dolls and much more. Visit with an appraiser on Saturday. Call 931-456-5035 for details.

February 23
Annual Pig Tournament
Come out and learn to play "Pig", a card game, at Forbus General Store in Pall Mall. For more info, please call the Fentress Co. Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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February 29-March 2
Upper Cumberland Home and Garden Show
Presented by the Home Builders Assn. of the Upper Cumberland and benefits Habitat for Humanity. Call 931-528-1711 for details.


March

March 1-2
Mid State Gun and Knife Show
Buy, sell or trade at the White County Ag Community Complex. For details, call Bill at 931-738-8675.
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March 1
Fall Creek Falls Thaw 15K Run
Spring into Spring with a challenging run in one of Tennessee's favorite state parks. For more info, please call the park at 423-881-5708.
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March 7-9
Cumberland County Home Show
Exhibits, builders and suppliers showcasing new ideas for home and garden. Call the Homebuilder's Assn. of Cumberland County at 931-484-6601 for more info.
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March 15
Easter Bonnet Parade
Held on the Livingston Courthouse Square. Call Jeannine Huddleston for details at 931-823-2593.
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March 15
Murder Mystery Comedy Dinner
For more info on this dinner theater event at the Red Barn Winery, please call Judy at 615-688-6012.
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March 15-16
Waterfalls Weekend at Fall Creek Falls
Easy jaunts to strenuous hikes to some of the area's best waterfalls. Call the Fall Creek Falls Nature Center at 423-881-5708 for details.
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March 16
Bryan Symphony Orchestra Concert
Concert at Wattenbarger Auditorium at TTU. Call 931-372-6088 for details.
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March 22
Easter Egg Hunt at Standing Stone
Bring out the family to Standing Stone State Park for this Easter tradition. For more details, call the park at 931-823-6487.
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March 22-23
Easter Weekend at Fall Creek Falls
Easter egg hunt and morning sunrise service at Millikan's Overlook. Call the park at 423-881-5708 for details.
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March 29
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Parade and Celebrati
Salute and say thanks to Vietnam vets from across the country with a parade and celebration in Crossville! For more info, please call Dann at 931-788-2919.

March 29-20
Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage
Explore Fall Creek Falls State Park and enjoy the wildflowers with a variety of hikes, workshops, driving tours and more. For more info, please call the park at 423-881-5708.
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March 2008
Alvin C. York Shooting Match
For more info, please call the Fentress Co. Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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April

April
See the Motorcycle Trips in our News Room!

April 4-5
Star Party 2008
Fall Creek Falls hosts amateur and professional astronomy programs. Lodging packages available. Email Allen at mistal@bellsouth.net for details.
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April 5
Jamestown Trade Day
For more info on this event at Bluetick Antiques, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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April 5
Celebration of Craft
Come celebrate the 10th year of this event held at the Appalachian Center for Craft. Demos, workshops, music and more. Call the Craft Center for details at 931-372-3051.
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April 5
Grand Opening of Sutton General Store
This 1880 general store reopens after 35 years. Unique merchandise, group dining by reservation and live bluegrass. Call 931-653-4511 for details.
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April 12
6th American Cancer Society Horse Show
For more information, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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April 17-20
Nature Fest
Come to Cookeville to enjoy hikes, seminars, kids activities and much more. Call 931-520-4386 for details.
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April 17-20
Annual Wildflower Horse Ride
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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April 18-19
Window on the World Celebration
Come to Tennessee Tech for a celebration of world cultures with food, crafts, music and more. Call Katie at 931-372-6197 for details.
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April 18-20
Arts in Bloom
For more info, please call 615-699-2340.
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April 19
Spring Horse Ride and Potluck Dinner
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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April 19
Cruise-In
The Good Time Cruisers invite you cruise in to Liberty Square in Sparta.Bring your oldie car or just come to see others 5-8:30pm. Call Bill at 931-761-8687.
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April 20
Bryan Symphony Orchestra Concert
Concert at Wattenbarger Auditorium at TTU. Call 931-372-6088 for details.
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April 25, 2008
Children's Book Signing
The Upper Cumberland Arts Alliance is pleased to host author/illustrator Jeri Landers at the Putnam County Library for the debut of "The Journey of Bushky Bushybottom." Visit the website for details.
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April 25-26
WCMS Renaissance Festival
Medieval costumes, music, dance, food, games and much more. Call Carrol-Lee at 931-738-9238.
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April 25-27
Spring Flower and Garden Show
Exhibits and vendors showcasing ideas and seminars for flowers and gardening. Contact the Crossville Master Gardener's Assn. at 931-707-7837.
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April 25-27
Wolf River Valley Growers Spring Celebration
For more info, please call the Fentress Co. Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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May

May
Park Bluegrass Festival
For more info and specific date, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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May
See our Motorcycle Routes in the News Room!

May
Macon County Speedway
Open every Friday night. Contact Eddie at 615-774-3331 for more information.

May Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Sessions at the Dixie Cafe
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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May 1-4
5th Annual Spring Fling Horse Ride
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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May 2-3
Stitch and Share Quilt Show
Old and new quilts, wall hangings, merchants market, door prizes and demos. Contact Bev and Bob at 931-935-5657.
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May 3
Railroad Rendezvous Springfest
Downtown Cookeville comes alive with "Dobros at the Depot", contests, food, live music, train excursions, shopping and more. For details contact the Putnam Chamber at 931-526-2211.
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May 3
Railroad Rendezvous Train Excursion
All aboard for the train ride from Cookeville to Algood and back. The train departs at noon and returns to the depot at 1:00. For tickets, call the chamber at 931-526-2211.
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May 3
Jamestown Trade Days
For more info om this event at Bluetick Antiques, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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May 3
Upper Cumberland Women's Show
For more info, call Christie at 931-836-6404.
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May 3-4
Lady Slipper Weekend
Enjoy this beautiful orchid at Fall Creek Falls State Park. Hikes and programs will be offered. Call the park at 423-881-5708 for details.
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May 4
Coal Miner's Reunion
Community history project, mining photographs, memorabilia, slide show, auto tour and more. For details, call Gary at 931-935-2359.
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May 5-9
Military Team Bass Fishing Tournament
Headquartered on Dale Hollow Lake in Byrdstown, this American Bass Anglers tourney is in its' 18th year. For more info, call Dale Hollow Marketing Group at 877-964-8666.
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May 10, 2008
Jett Williams Disaster Relief Concert
Headliners include Jett Williams, Tanya Tucker and the Oak Ridge Boys. All proceeds go to tornado victims. Advance tickets $10/$15 at the gate. For details, call 615-655-5549.
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May 10
Community Bank Bass Classic
To benefit the Fentress County Boys and Girls Club
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May 11
Mother's Day Brunch
For more information and reservations, please contact Judy at 615-688-6012.
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May 16
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater
Free, live bluegrass on the square in Sparta. For details, call Ed at 931-738-8604.
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May 16-17
Highway 52 Yard Sale
Bargains, bargains, everywhere! Please contact the Macon County Chamber for more info at 615-666-5885.
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May 17
Cruise In
The Good Time Cruisers invite you cruise in to Liberty Square in Sparta.Bring your oldie car or just come to see others 5-8:30pm. Call Bill at 931-761-8687.
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May 17-18
Festival of British and Appalachian Cultures
34th Annual Event: traditional dancing, music, arts and crafts, historic building tours, food and more. For info, please call Historic Rugby at 1-888-214-3400.
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May 23-26
Memorial Day Events at East Fork
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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May 23-25
Jammin at Hippie Jack's Americana Music Fest
Live folk, bluegrass and more music. Primitive camping available. Contact Jack at 931-445-2072 for details.
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May 24
Potluck BBQ Dinner
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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May 24
Spring Bluegrass and BBQ at True West
Join the folks at True West Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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May 24
Granville Heritage Day
Bluegrass, antique car and tractor show, parade, storytelling, civil war reenactment, food, crafts and much more. Call 931-653-4511 for more info.
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May 24
The Sonic Cruise In and Sock Hop
Break out the poodle skirts. Bring your vintage car or just enjoy the exhibit. Dance and costume contests, live music and fun. For info, please call Sarah at 931-836-3273.
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May 24
Cordell Hull Folk Festival
Native American and folk crafts and demos, live music, trail hikes, raptor and reptile programs, food vendors. Contact 931-864-3247 for info.
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May 24
Moutain Man Redezvous and Cook-off
For more information, please contact the campground at 931-879-7696.
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May 31
Wine and Swine Day
Come out to the winery and enjoy great food, wine and free music. For more info, call Highland Manor at 931-879-9519.
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June

June
Macon Bluegrass Festival
Please call for date and more info. Contact Hannah at 615-699-3539.

June Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Session
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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June 1
Concert in the Park
Jesse McReynolds and the Virginia Boys at Key Park in Macon County. Sponsored by the Macon County Arts Council. For more info, please call Gay at 615-666-4349.

June 6-7
Donoho Hotel Bluegrass Festival
Calling all toe-tappers and knee-slappers for great bluegrass in Red Boiling Springs. Call the Donoho Hotel at 1-800-799-1705 for more info.
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June 6-7
Astronomy Weekend at FCF
Join folks at Fall Creek Falls State Park for discussions and telescope viewing. For more info, please email Lloyd at wakinslk@comcast.net.
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June 7
East Fork Stables Mule Day
Enjoy entertainment, fun and games. For more info, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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June 7
Jamestown Trade Day
For more info on this event at Bluetick Antiques, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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June 7
Old Timer's Day Celebration and Reunion
The town of Doyle hosts a parade, antique truck, tractor and car show, cake walks, hog calling, demos and much, much more. Call Doyle City Hall at 931-657-2459 for details.
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June 12-15
T.H.I.S. Benefit Horse Ride
For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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June 12-14
Hillbilly Days
The name says it all. Bring the family for lots of fun. For more information, please contact the Macon County Chamber at 615-666-5885.
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June 14
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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June 14
Hog-eye Cook Off and Ice Cream Contest
On the Livingston Courthouse Square. Please call 931-823-2218 for more details.
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June 16-17
Arts in the Park
Art classes for children from 9 till noon at Key Park in Macon County. Contact the Macon County Arts Council for more info at 615-664-5179.

June 20
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater
Free, live bluegrass on the square in Sparta. For details, call Ed at 931-738-8604.
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June 21-22
Overnight Horse Camping Trip
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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June 21, 2008
Fresh Air Arts Festival
Join the Upper Cumbeland Arts Alliance and the Cumberland Arts Society at the Veteran's Park in Granville. For details, visit their website or call 931-265-0338.
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June 21
Cruise In
The Good Time Cruisers invite you cruise in to Liberty Square in Sparta.Bring your oldie car or just come to see others 5-8:30pm. Call Bill at 931-761-8687.
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June 25
Nashville Symphony Concert in the Park
Hear beautiful music from the Nashville Symphony at Key Park, sponsored by the Macon County Arts Council. Call Nancy at 615-644-5179.

June 28
Jumpin June at Highland Manor
Come out to the winery and enjoy great food, wine and free music. For more info, call Highland Manor at 931-879-9519.
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June 28
11 Annual Parkfest
Enjoy music, games, carnival and fireworks at South Fentress Park. For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July

July
Daylily Fest
For more info and specific date, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Sessions
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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July 3
Fireworks for the Community
Join the folks at The Palace in Macon County as they light up the sky at dusk. For more info, please call Glenda at 615-655-5179.

July 4
Potluck BBQ
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July 4-5
Astronomy Weekend at FCF
Join the folks at Fall Creek Falls State Park for discussions and telescope viewing. For more info, please contact Lloyd at watkinslk@comcast.net.
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July 4
4th of July Celebration
Fall Creek Falls State Park offers all-American family fun with a parade, watermelon, sack races, egg toss and more family favorites. Call the park at 423-881-5708 for details.
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July 5
July Bluegrass Jam and BBQ
Join the folks at True West Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July 5
4th of July Pig Roast
For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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July 5
Jamestown Trade Day
For more info on this event at Bluetick Antiques, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July 5
Demolition Derby and Fireworks
Bring the family to celebrate Independence Day at the Fentress Co. Fairgrounds. For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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July 6, 13, 20, and 27
CACE Studio Tours 2008
Enjoy 4 different studio tours in Cumberland County; quilters, weavers, woodworkers, painters, potters and more. See Cumberland Artisans for Creative Expression website for details.
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July 12
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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July 18-19
Overton County Bluegrass Festival
On the Livingston Courthouse Square. Call Mac at 931-498-4667 for details.
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July 18
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater
Free, live bluegrass on the square in Sparta. For details, call Ed at 931-738-8604.
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July 19
East Fork Stables BBQ Cook-off
For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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July 19
Be-Bop and Boogie in Byrdstown
Join the fun with music, auctions and choosing the Pickett County Idol! Proceeds go to the Good Neighbors Theatre. For more info, call 931-864-4569 or e-mail gntinc@twlakes.net
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July 19
Cruise In
The Good Time Cruisers invite you cruise in to Liberty Square in Sparta.Bring your oldie car or just come to see others 5-8:30pm. Call Bill at 931-761-8687.
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July 21-26
Overton County Fair
Contact Tina at 931-823-4276.
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July 25-26
UCAA's Gourd Gala
Celebrate the gourd with Upper Cumberland artists and craftsmen. For more info, please call 931-265-0338.
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July 26
Upper Cumberland Cajun Day
Come out to the winery and enjoy great food, wine and free music. For more info, call Highland Manor at 931-879-9519.
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August

August Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Session
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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August 1-2
Astronomy Weekend at FCF
Join the folks at Fall Creek Falls State Park for discussions and telescope viewing. For more info, please contact Lloyd at watkinslk@comcast.net.
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August 4-9
Macon County Fair
For more information, please contact Debbie at 615-666-2121.
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August 7-16
Putnam County Fair
For more info, please contact the Putnam Chamber at 931-526-2211.

August 7-10
World's Longest Yard Sale
Calling all bargain hunters to the Hwy. 127 Corridor Yard Sale. Jamestown is the official headquarters. For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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August 9
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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August 9
12th Annual Jamestown Jamboree
For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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August 11-16
Fentress County Agricultural Fair
For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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August 15
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater
Free, live bluegrass on the square in Sparta. For details, call Ed at 931-738-8604.
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August 17
Fall Creek Falls Triathlon
Push your limits with a 1.5K swim, 40K bike and 10K run. For more info or to register, call Martin at 865-250-3618.
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August 29- Sept. 1
Jammin at Hippie Jacks
Americana music and folk festival. For details, please call Jack at 931-445-2072.
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August 30
Fall Bluegrass Fest and BBQ
Join the folks at True West Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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August 30
Labor Day Weekend Potluck and Singing
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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August 30 - Sept. 6
White County Fair
For more info, call Paul at 931-738-5065.
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August 31
Station Camp Creek Horse Ride
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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September

September
Amazin Acres of Fun
Fun for the whole family with corn maze, straw crawl, country critters, hayride, and pumpkin patch. For more info, call the farm at 931-761-2971.
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September Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Session
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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September 1
Labor Day Events at East Fork Stables
For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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September 4, 11
Oktoberfest at Bacara's Family Restaurant
For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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September 5-6
Fall FunFest
Cookeville Cityscape's downtown festival on the square, live music, BBQ cook-off, kid's games and activities and more. Call Dennis at 615-445-5077 for details.
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September 5-7
Mountaineer Folk Festival
Join the folks at Fall Creek Falls State Park for crafts, mountain music, pioneer demos, country cooking and more. For more info, please call the park at 423-881-5708.
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September 6
Best Friends Horse Show
Benefit horse show for local animal shelter. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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September 6
Antique Car Show
Check out cars from multiple decades at this annual event. For more infomation, please call the Thomas House at 615-699-3006.
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September 11-14
Best of America by Horseback
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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September 13
Sierra Hull Bluegrass Festival
Join us for the 6th annual festival: crafts, food and lots of great bluegrass. Call 1-888-406-4704 for details.
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September 13
Standing Stone Marbles Festival and Rolley Hole Ch
Lost your marbles? Find them at this 26th annual event at Standing Stone State Park. Call the park at 931-823-6347 for details.
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September 13
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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September 18-21
12th Annual Golden Leaf Horse Ride
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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September 19-20
Upper Cumberland Quilt Festival
Held in Algood, this year is the 20th Anniversary of this event. Call Brenda at 931-537-3447 for details.
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September 19
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater
Free, live bluegrass on the square in Sparta. For details, call Ed at 931-738-8604.
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September 20
Cruise In
The Good Time Cruisers invite you cruise in to Liberty Square in Sparta.Bring your oldie car or just come to see others 5-8:30pm. Call Bill at 931-761-8687.
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September 20
Macon County Mud Run
For more info, please contact Jimmy at 615-666-5179.

September 20
Haunting in the Hills Storytelling Festival
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for this event in its' 16th year at Bandy Creek in the Big South Fork. For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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September 22
Charit Creek Horse Ride
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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September 22
Antique Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet
Bring your bike or just yourself: antique bikes, food, moto-vendors and fun! For more info, call Cyclemos Motorcycle Museum at 615-699-5049.
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September 26-27
Middle TN Antique Engine and Tractor Show
Antique tractors, equipment, gas engines & trucks on display. Sheep herding demos, antique tractor pull and kiddie tractor pull. Food and drink on site. For info, call David Qualls at 931-526-2474.

September 27
Lester Flatt Bluegrass Day and Liberty Square Cele
Held in historic downtown Sparta, a tribute to native son Lester Flatt. Live music, crafts, food and fireworks. Call 931-836-3248 for info.
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October

October
Amazin Acres of Fun
Fun for the whole family with corn maze, straw crawl, country critters, hayride, and pumpkin patch. For more info, call the farm at 931-761-2971.
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October 2-4
Rollercoaster Yard Sale
Bargains abound on this 150 mile loop around Dale Hollow Lake. Call 1-888-406-4704 for more details.
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October 2-4
Roller Coaster Yard Sale
Miles of bargains around Dale Hollow Lake. Call 1-888-406-4704 for details.
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October 4
Rendezvous on the Square
Festival on the square in Carthage, honoring musician DeFord Bailey. Live music, crafts, exhibits, kid's area, food, car show and special exhibit at the museum. For more info, call 615-735-2093.
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October 4
Granville Fall Celebration
Jazz on the Cumberland, Quilt Festival, Storytelling and Manuvers Celebration. For more info, please call 931-653-4511.
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October 4-5
Sandbar Arts, Antiques and Crafts Show
Held at Rock Island State Park featuring top quality local craftsmen and artists. Call the park at 931-686-2471 for details.
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October 4
Arts in Bud
The Macon County Arts Council brings you an art exhibit for ages 5-18. For more info, please call 615-644-5179.
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October 4-5
Great Pumpkin Festival and Weigh-off
The tiny town of Allardt swells with craft and food vendors, live entertainment and giant pumpkins.For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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October 4-5
Dale Hollow Bass Classic
For more info, please call 1-888-406-4704.
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October 8-12
Indian Summer Horse Ride
Bring your horse and enjoy good food, guided rides, entertainment, fun and games. For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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October 10-11
Crossville Oktoberfest 2008
18th annual event featuring great German food & beverages and continuous dancing/listening music from great German/polka bands. For more info, please call 931-707-7291.
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October 11
How'd Dey Do Dat Day
A Rural Heritage Celebration in Macon County. Old time crafts, farm equipment and blue grass music. Hosted by Grandpa's House on the Ritter Farm. Call 615-699-2738 for more info.
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October 11
Standing Stone Car Show
Come out to Standing Stone State Park for this all day event. For details, please call Patrick at 931-823-6347.
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October 11
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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October 11
Cherokee Ridge Black Pot Jamboree
For more info, please call the campground at 931-879-7696.
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October 18
Fall Colors Horse Ride and Potluck
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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October 18
Sgt. York Day
Bring the family to enjoy the 90th Anniversary of Sgt. York's famous WWI battle. Food, crafts, old time music, tours of York's homeplace, gristmill and more. For info, call 1-888-273-7275.
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October 18
Treasure Talk
An antique and collectible event...for more info, please call Glenda at 615-655-4274.

October 18
Halloween Ghostly Gathering
Candle and lantern lit tours, storytelling and films with a chili and cornbread dinner. For reservations, please call Rugby at 1-888-214-3400.
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October 18-19
Fall Colors Weekend at FCF
Fall Creek Falls State Park offers bike tours, hikes and slideshows of autumn splendor. For more details, please call the park at 423-881-5708.
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October 20
Grape Spitting Contest
Try your grape spitting skills at the Red Barn Winery. For details, please call the winery at 615-688-6012.
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October 24-25
Haunted Barn at East Fork Stables
If you dare, call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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October 24-25
Halloween Ghostly Gathering
Candle and lantern lit tours, storytelling and films with a chili and cornbread dinner. For reservations, please call Rugby at 1-888-214-3400.
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October 25
Wild Foods Day
Field trips identifying edible wild plants and wild meat workshops. Wild foods feast follows! For more details, please call the park at 423-881-5708.
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October 25
End of Harvest Celebration
Come out to the winery and enjoy great food, wine and free music. For more info, call Highland Manor at 931-879-9519.
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October 31
Cooking on the Square
On the Courthouse Square in Cookeville, benefits Habitat for Humanity. Call 931-528-1711 for more information.

October 31
Halloween Party at Saddle Valley
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event and costume contest. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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November

November Friday Nights
Bluegrass Jam Sessions
Every Friday night at the Dixie Cafe in Byrdstown. Contact the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce for more information at 1-888-406-4704.
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November 1
Halloween Costume Contest and Steak Dinner
Join the folks at True West Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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November 1
Chili Cook-Off at East Fork Stables
For more info, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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November 6-9
T.H.I.S. Benefit Horse Ride
For more info and reservations, please call East Fork Stables at 1-800-97-TRAIL.
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November 7
Veteran's Day Celebration
For more info, please contact Glenda at 615-655-4274.
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November 7
Macon County Veterans Community Celebration
For more info, please contact the Macon County Chamber of Commerce at 615-666-5885.
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November 8
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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November 8
Big South Fork Opry
Enjoy live music on the stage of the restored Palace Theater in Crossville. Matinee at 2 and evening show at 7. Tickets only $8. Call Johnny at 931-510-2960 for more info.
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November 8-9
Fall Creek Falls Backpacking Trip
13 mile trek through Fall Creek Falls State Park. 2-day guided hike with overnight camp. Contact the park's Nature Center for details at 423-881-5708.
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November 11
Veteran's Day Ceremony
Honor our nation's veterans with a ceremony at the Sgt. Alvin C. York Historical site in Pall Mall. For more info, please call the Fentress Chamber at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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November 14-16
Stoddart Gallery Open House
Fine arts and crafts, live music, food and more. For details, please call 931-445-2072.
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November 15
Standing Stone State Park 5 Mile Run
Pull on your running shoes and call Lynn at 931-823-6124 for details.
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November 16
Knife Show
Sponsored by the Lafayette Lions Club. For more info, please call Mike at 615-666-2428.
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November 27
Thanksgiving Potluck
Join the folks at True West Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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November 27
Thanksgiving Dinner at Saddle Valley
Join the folks at Saddle Valley Campground for this event. For more info, please contact the Fentress County Chamber of Commerce at 1-866-BSF-TRIP.
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November 28
Christmas in the Country
Special shopping, carriage rides, hot chocolate and caroling on the Livingston Courthouse Square. For details, call 931-823-2218.
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November 28
Christmas on the Square
For more info on this festive event, please contact the Macon Chamber of Commerce at 615-666-2151.
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November 28
Thanksgiving Marketplace
Special deals at the Rugby Commissary, craft demos, tours and Victorian Cream Tea. For more information, please call Rugby at 1-888-214-3400.
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December
December 5, 12, and 19
Christmas in the Country
Special shopping, carriage rides, hot chocolate and caroling on the Livingston Courthouse Square. For details, please call 931-823-2218.
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December 5-7
Christmas on the Mountain
Visit Fall Creek Falls State Park for caroling, decorating, craft show, tea parties and more. For details, please call the park at 423-881-5708.