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)
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Crockett Days

Experience historical demonstrations, country dance, auctions, and vibrant live music.

• Saturday and Sunday
• Doak House Museum (690 Erwin Highway, Tusculum University)
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High Knob Outdoor Fest

Participate in fireside storytelling, group hiking adventures, and more engaging events.

• Saturday through Aug. 16.
• Norton, Virginia
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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
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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
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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)
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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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