The TRI-CITIES area in Tennessee and Virginia is gearing up for a weekend of festivities, including Crockett Days and the High Knob Outdoor Fest, among others.
Here’s a lineup of activities scheduled from Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 10.
8th of August Freedom Day Celebration
Enjoy gospel music performances, games for kids, inflatable attractions, line dancing, live musical acts, storytelling sessions, and additional activities.
- Friday and Saturday
- Coach J.J. Jones Community Park (George Clem School, 312 Floral Street, Greeneville)
- More information
Crockett Days
Experience historical demonstrations, country dance, auctions, and vibrant live music.
- Saturday and Sunday
- Doak House Museum (690 Erwin Highway, Tusculum University)
- More information
High Knob Outdoor Fest
Participate in fireside storytelling, group hiking adventures, and more engaging events.
- Saturday through Aug. 16.
- Norton, Virginia
- More information
Wizardly World of Jonesborough
Celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday; food and drink vendors will be on-site.
- Saturday, 4 – 8 p.m.
- Downtown Jonesborough
- More information
Governor’s Bend Senior Health Fair for Alzheimer’s Awareness
Health vendors, games, giveaways, prizes, BBQ food truck on-site and more.
- Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Governor’s Bend Retirement and Assisted Living (1631 Zane Whitson Drive, Erwin)
- More information
Washington County, Virginia Animal Shelter Day
Adoptable pets, free hot dogs to attendees, shaved ice and an on-site vaccine clinic.
- Saturday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- 15050 Lee Highway, Bristol, Virginia
- More information
Back to School with The Badge Bash
School supply giveaway, raffles, bicycle giveaways and more.
- Saturday, noon – 6 p.m.
- Eastern Little League Field (Valley Drive, Bristol, Virginia)
- More information
Brews & Tunes
Music from Isaac Ratllif, food and drink vendors will be on-site.
- Sunday, 5 – 7 p.m.
- Downtown Jonesborough
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