Family events in Oak Ridge, TN

The 38th Annual Hooray for Harriman Labor Day Festival fills downtown Harriman with a full day of community spirit and tradition. Highlights include a pageant to crown Miss Labor Day, a showcase of classic cars, a lively kids area, live music all day, an array of food trucks, and more than 200 vendors set up throughout the historic downtown. Whether the draw is the cars, the music, the shopping, or simply soaking up the festival atmosphere, there is something for everyone. Admission is free.

This weekly event features Standard format Pokémon play with a $5 entry fee. The prize pool is doubled as store credit, and all participants receive Pokémon promotional packs.

Designed for preschoolers and their grownups, this free weekly program features stories, nature exploration, hands-on gardening, crafts, and other activities that nurture young gardeners. Expect kid-friendly moments like digging in the dirt, planting seeds, watering, and harvesting. Although tailored to preschool-age children, garden explorers of all ages are welcome, from babies to grandparents. Activities begin in the Every Child Outdoors ECO Garden.

WDVX Summer Nights brings a free, all-ages bluegrass evening to Yee-Haw Brewing Co., broadcast live on WDVX. The Jason Carter Band headlines. Over the past thirty years, Jason Carter has served as the fiddle player for the Del McCoury Band, long recognized as the most decorated group in bluegrass. He is a three-time Grammy winner and a five-time IBMA Fiddle Player of the Year, with collaborations that include Steve Earle, Ricky Skaggs, Billy Strings, and others. The Asheville Mountain Boys open with a mission to honor not just the sound but the spirit of traditional bluegrass. The broadcast can be heard on 89.9 FM, 102.9 FM in Knoxville, and 93.9 FM in Gatlinburg. Sponsored by Yee-Haw Brewing, ORNL Federal Credit Union, and Garza Law.

Supporting a loved one can be deeply meaningful, yet it can also feel like a lot to carry. This monthly Caregiver Support Group offers a calm setting to trade experiences, pick up helpful insights, and restore energy. Life Support provides a welcoming space where caregivers can meet peers who truly understand their journey and receive guidance from experts in memory care.