Events in Tri Cities

International Storytelling Center

John Bills and the Academics

Main Street Brews & Tunes spotlights John Bills and the Academics, a bluegrass ensemble steeped in traditional Appalachian sounds and rich harmonies that pay tribute to classic bluegrass. The Rockin Rivet food truck will be on site, and Main Street Cafe will serve local brews. There is no admission charge and all are welcome. Bringing a chair or blanket is recommended for comfortable seating, and the series features rotating food trucks and a changing tap list from week to week. During Brews & Tunes, Yoga in the Park is offered in Jimmy Neil Smith Park behind the International Storytelling Center. Participation is free with donations appreciated, all experience levels are invited, and certified area instructors lead the sessions. Participants may bring a yoga mat, towel, or blanket, and classes are weather dependent.

JUN21

Yoga in the Park

Enjoy a no-cost, all-levels yoga class at Jimmy Neil Smith Park, part of the Yoga in the Park series guided by certified local instructors. This session is led by Leah Tilson Berrelez. There is no registration and no fee. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, or blanket, and consider inviting a friend to practice in the fresh air. Donations to the instructor are welcome. The series depends on suitable weather. After the session, Brews & Tunes, a complimentary summer concert series, follows.

Jimmy Neil Smith Park

JUN21

Learn the basics of quilting in a welcoming class where you will sew a quilt block that will become part of a permanent library display marking America’s 250th anniversary. The League of Women Voters will share stories about history and the impact of voting. No experience is necessary, just curiosity and creativity. This program is intended for adults. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 224-2539 or use the library website.

Food & Drink

Ladies Night

Settle in for an evening created for women who enjoy cigars. Connect with new faces, take advantage of drink specials, and unwind to good music.

Stogie Mountain Cigars

Silly Goose Art Camp

Silly Goose Art Camp at Into the Fire invites young artists ages 5 and up to spend a week creating with a favorite feathered muse in mind. Campers will experiment with canvas, pottery, wood, and string as they make themed projects inspired by the silly goose. The fee is $150 plus tax for a four-day session and includes all materials, projects, and a snack. Throughout the week, activities, crafts, games, and treats follow the theme, and everything culminates in an end-of-week art show where campers can share their work with family, with snacks provided. For questions, the studio can be reached at 423-926-2529.

Ages 10-14 KIDS ART CAMP

Ages 10 to 14 spend a full day immersed in creative projects at this single-day art camp. For $100, participants complete a frame made using a bubble technique with a small topper to attach, choose an extra item priced at $20 or under, finish a small vase with specialty glazes, make a glass suncatcher, create as many as four monster-face magnets, and craft both a glass trinket tray and a glass fish plate. The day also includes painting an acrylic planet of their own design and a separate canvas for freeform artwork. The combined value of the included activities and pieces exceeds $190. Pottery and glass pieces will be ready for pickup the following week, while paintings can head home the same day.

Mall Kid's Club: Ancient Times

Kids dive into Ancient Times with hands-on crafts, engaging activities, and playful games inspired by long-ago worlds. This Mall Kid's Club program turns history into an interactive adventure that sparks curiosity and creativity. Best suited for children ages 5 to 12.

Fort Henry Mall

Book Babies Story Time at Gray Library

At the Gray Library, this Book Babies story time welcomes infants and young toddlers along with their caregivers. The session builds early literacy by weaving in singing, talking, playing, reading, and writing. It typically includes five to six lively songs or rhymes and two to three brief stories, followed by a set time for play and socializing for both children and caregivers. No registration is required.

Outdoor Recreation

Tubing on the Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN

Enjoy tubing on the Watauga River in Elizabethton, TN. This outing suits families and friends, corporate team building, reunions, scout groups, and bachelor or bachelorette parties. Reservations are required in advance, with a deadline of 6 pm the evening before the trip.

Chic & Geek - Cards & Games hosts a Pokémon buy, sell, and trade gathering featuring complimentary food and drinks, sealed product giveaways, and a vendor area packed with options from single cards to slabs. Buying, selling, and trading are encouraged with vendors and among attendees. During the event, Chic & Geek - Cards & Games will offer 100 percent of market value in trade credit for almost any sealed product when trading toward singles.

Food & Drink

Legion BBQ Dinner

Enjoy a barbecue chicken dinner prepared and served by Legionnaires, with beans, slaw, and cornbread on the side. Each plate is $15, and payment is in cash.

Mahjong Night: Paint & Play

Mahjong Night blends open play with a creative pottery project. Lemy from @highlandmahjong will provide boards and snacks for open play and for painting Mahjong inspired pieces. Choose to personalize a stemless wine glass or a Mahjong tile tray, then paint and play in whichever order you prefer. The price is $35 per person and includes mahjong, a snack, your pottery piece, and the firing fee. All levels are welcome as long as you already know how to play, and those with a 2026 NMJL card can bring it. BYOB is welcome. RSVP by calling or sending a message to sign up.

Whiskey Wednesday features Drew Shinhearts and offers $1 off house whiskey along with music for a relaxed midweek break.

Texas Holdem

A casual Texas Holdem gathering welcomes both familiar faces and newcomers for cards and conversation. A reservation is required at least two hours before play begins. Participants may also enjoy a cigar in this relaxed setting.

Stogie Mountain Cigars

The Producers

Wacky Wednesday features The Producers (2005), a fresh take on a classic story about a pair of would-be producers who scheme to pull off a con. The film stars Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Uma Thurman, and Will Ferrell. It is rated PG-13 and runs 134 minutes.

The Jackson Theatre

Book Babies Story Time at Jonesborough Library

At the Jonesborough Library, this story time is created for infants and young toddlers along with their caregivers. Each session focuses on early literacy through singing, talking, playing, reading, and writing. Expect five to six lively songs and rhymes, two to three short stories, and a set period afterward for structured play and socializing for both children and caregivers. Registration is not required.

Guests are invited to bring a dish to share and connect with artists, veterans, families, volunteers, and supporters at a casual potluck. Bingo is part of the festivities, with a prize table that welcomes one or two small contributions from attendees. Cornhole is available, and participants may bring their favorite board games for friendly play. Veterans and family members can spend time on an art or craft project of their choosing. An outdoor patio offers a place to relax in the sunshine or pleasant weather. For questions, text or call 920-376-5933 or email maria.w@warriorscanvas.org.

JUN26

Window into the Soul Reception

A reception highlights the stained glass artistry of Amanda Renfrow, showcasing 25 works that chart her growth as an artist, from butterfly motifs to suns. The gathering also recognizes a companion exhibition developed during a five day art camp for middle and high school students, with Renfrow serving as the featured artist and mentoring campers as they created their own pieces. Reece Museum receptions have free admission and welcome everyone.

JUN26

This 10-week parenting series, available in person or online, offers weekly sessions devoted to nurturing a strong, loving connection with your child. Designed for expectant parents and those caring for young children, the program blends practical tools with guided discussion and community support to make everyday parenting more manageable. Participants can attend at the Parenting Sweet or join virtually, with the flexibility to move between formats as schedules change. The curriculum explores the difference between bonding and attachment, how personal childhood experiences shape parenting, key insights in infant and child development, the effects of stress on the developing brain, effective positive discipline, soothing bedtime routines and healthy sleep habits, and strategies for balancing caregiving with self-care and relationships. Sessions take place in a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged and shared experiences help build confidence. The series is offered at no cost through grant support. Instruction is led by Samantha Gray, coordinator for the Appalachian Promise Alliance Education Network and Parenting Sweet, a parenting educator with more than 25 years of experience who has led classes, developed programs, and written about birth, attachment, feeding, sleep, discipline, balance, and child development.

JUN26

Young makers transform clean recyclables into unique art. Using materials such as cardboard, bottle caps, and paper rolls, children will dream up, plan, and assemble their own creations while giving everyday items a new purpose. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. All supplies are provided.

Women's Self Defense Seminar

A women’s self defense seminar at Tri-Cities Krav Maga welcomes women and girls ages 12 and older. Instruction covers practical striking and personal safety skills intended to work effectively regardless of size, strength, experience level, or ability. To secure a place, send a message and complete payment in advance. Registration is 25 dollars when paid ahead of time and 50 dollars if paying on arrival.

Tri-Cities Krav Maga

Pokémon Trading Card Day

A friendly meetup for young Pokémon fans takes place in the library’s Jones Meeting Center, where kids can trade Pokémon cards with one another. Other kinds of trading cards are welcome as well. Registration is not required. The library is not responsible for personal belongings, so participants should keep their cards with them at all times.

Drawing and Tea Social

Settle into a welcoming art social where anyone can draw, doodle, or practice skills in a calm setting. Bring a small project or start fresh with a still life arranged on site. The group emphasizes encouragement and peer support, with rotating prompts, challenges, sketchbook show-and-tell, and informal mentoring to keep ideas flowing. Please pack only dry supplies such as pencils, charcoal, or pastels, and skip wet or messy materials like ink, paint, glue, or glitter. Seating is limited to 10 people, so an RSVP is recommended, though drop-ins are accepted if space allows. The gathering takes place at Tea Table on the first floor. Purchasing food or drinks is encouraged to support the teahouse nonprofit. For questions, contact Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative at benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org.

The Philosopher's House

Step into the early years of America’s push into space as daring test pilots and the Mercury astronauts strive against the limits of courage, endurance, and ingenuity. Their feats and sacrifices take center stage in a spirited tribute to exploration and to milestones in American achievement.

Yard sale

A yard sale supports Altrusa of Kingsport. Attendees can browse and shop, with participation helping to support the organization.

Warpath Drive

Peppermint Farm Craft Fair and Farmer's Market

Peppermint Farm hosts a welcoming craft fair and farmers market that highlights creative makers and the spirit of community in Boones Creek. Local artisans, growers, and bakers come together with handmade goods, fresh produce from regional farms, and an array of homemade sweets. Food trucks serve fresh, flavorful choices, and the setting is family friendly with plenty to explore. From unique gifts to farm-fresh staples, visitors can enjoy a relaxed day on the farm while supporting local creators.

Peppermint Farm

A book-centered coffee meetup from The Atheist Community of The Tri-Cities. It brings together people who value reason, science, and critical thinking and is open to atheists and agnostics.

Beginner Bladesmithing: Seahorse Knives

This required prerequisite class lays the groundwork for advanced classes to come by guiding participants through forging a small, simple, all-steel knife. It also includes an introduction to blacksmithing history and essential tooling information.

Evening Breeze Ranch Horse Show June 27

The third event in this series features a warm, family friendly atmosphere with a polished presentation and judging by Julie Stanley and Britt Register. Cattle classes return for the remainder of the season. A broad slate of divisions gives newer exhibitors a complete show experience with plenty of encouragement, while seasoned riders encounter strong competition and payback at every show. Divisions include Short Stirrup, Rookie, Youth, Adult, and Open with payback. Ranch-focused offerings include Flag Class, Ranch Boxing, Ranch Roping, and Ranch Cutting with Pen. Membership allows exhibitors to accumulate points toward awards presented on show days, including Versatility Ranch Horse Champion and Reserve Champion, and Cow Class Champion and Reserve. With support from sponsors, there are random added prizes at each show and High Point end of year awards that include custom buckles. Throughout the season, a variety of professional judges with experience as exhibitors, trainers, and judges provide a well rounded evaluation that supports improvement, combining encouragement, serious competition, and opportunities to build lasting connections in the horse community.

Evening Breeze Arena

Blacksmithing: Seahorse Knives

Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing while forging a small, all-steel knife from start to finish. The class covers core shop concepts, a bit of blacksmithing history, and an introduction to common tools as you hammer the blade to shape. After forging, the knives are heat treated, then ground to a sharp edge. Participants take their work home to complete the final temper in a home oven. Wear cotton or other non-synthetic clothing you do not mind getting very dirty, full-length pants, and close-toed shoes. Open to ages 16 and up, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Birthplace of Country Music Museum

Weekly Music Lessons

The Birthplace of Country Music Museum, in partnership with Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM), offers weekly music lessons for children in grades 4-8 and beyond. Instruction focuses on acoustic instruments common to the Appalachian region, including guitar, banjo, and fiddle. Students can bring their own instruments, or loaners can be provided. The program runs throughout the year, and students can join at any time. Registration is required, and lessons are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with a cap of 30 students. Lessons can be purchased individually or as a bundle of ten. Scholarships are available upon request.

The Blue Moon Collective will be playing hits from decades past. The event is for those 18 and older.

Capones

Dewayne's World - Comics & Games

A weekly Battletech game is the focus of this meetup, providing a consistent opportunity to play.

Lair of Dragons - Magic Commander Play

Settle in for casual Magic: The Gathering Commander open play. There is no entry fee. Bring a Commander deck, enjoy friendly games with friends, and meet new players in a relaxed setting.

ETSU Martin Center for the Arts

Vincent - An Original Contemporary Ballet

Kingsport Ballet presents Vincent, an original contemporary ballet about a genius and prolific painter confronting his darker, troubled self onstage. The production brings his favorite painting themes to life through dance. Presented at ETSU Martin Center for the Arts.

Theater

Grease

Theatre Bristol is putting on a performance of the hit rock ‘n’ roll musical “Grease”. A regional cast will be featured.

Theatre Bristol

Johnson City CC

Johnson City CC is a golf tournament in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Ages 5-9 KIDS ART CAMP

This single day art camp welcomes children ages 5 to 9 for a full day of hands-on creativity priced at $100. Campers will work on a bubble technique frame with a tiny topper to attach, choose a party animal to decorate, glaze a small vase with specialty finishes, and make a glass hanging name plate. They can create up to four monster face magnets and a glass night light. Painting time includes an acrylic planet of their own design along with a separate canvas for freestyle artwork. The combined activities are valued at over $170. Pottery and glass pieces will be ready for pickup the following week, while paintings can be taken home the same day.

Off Leash Social: Trivia Night

Participants can test their knowledge in a welcoming atmosphere with drinks and food available. Expect friendly competition. Furry friends are welcome, though not required.

Off Leash Social

Comedy Open Mic Night

Crossroads Craftworks hosts an open mic stand-up night where anyone can step up to the mic. Sign-up takes place before performances begin. Entry is $5 cash at the door, and performers are admitted free. The event is limited to ages 18 and up. This is a BYO event.

JUN30

Hands On Discovery Center brings its Junior Paleo Program to the Kingsport Public Library. Geared toward children in kindergarten through fifth grade, this program introduces paleontology and highlights fossils and animals found at the Gray Fossil Site. Participants can sift through sediment that is 20 million years old to search for fossils themselves.

Kingsport Public Library

Mick Live at the 19 E Pit Stop!

Mick performs live at 19 E Pit Stop for an in-person show.

Genealogy Club

Explore your family history through educational discussions and research support in an interactive setting. This group is open to all ages and all experience levels, with no registration and no library card required. A limited number of laptops will be available, and attendees may bring their own devices. The group meets at Kingsport Archives on the 5th floor of City Hall.

Kingsport Archives

Johnson City Doughboys at Greeneville Flyboys

The Johnson City Doughboys face the Greeneville Flyboys at Pioneer Field. This head-to-head matchup brings both teams together on the same field for a live contest.

Pioneer Field

Summer Storytime

At Johnson City Public Library, children from birth to five and their caregivers can enjoy a lively storytime filled with energetic tales, interactive songs, gentle movement activities, and playful rhymes. Sessions are offered every Wednesday and Thursday this month.

JUL2

Artifacts of the American RevoIution

Discover the era of the American Revolution at Johnson City Public Library as historian Robert Richmond and John Neth from Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site present objects and narratives in the Polly Peterson Room. View historical items up close and hear context that sheds light on the people, significant milestones, and everyday life of the Revolutionary period.

JUL2

Theater

"Red, White and Tuna" presented by Theatre Bristol

Theatre Bristol presents Red, White, and Tuna at the ARTspace stage, a quick-change comedy set in Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas, where the beloved characters from Greater Tuna return for more small-town antics. Michael Locke and Fred Dunagan reprise radio personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie, with Dan Gray, Hunter Johnson, and Justin Collea joining the ensemble as they race through 22 colorful roles, including Helen Bedd, Didi, Vera Carp, R.R., Bertha, Charlene and Stanley, Job Bob Lipsey, Petey Fisk, Garland, and more. A class reunion, an impending wedding, schemes and revenge, animal advocacy, talk of reincarnation, and even rumors of alien visitors make for a day that’s anything but ordinary in this lone star saga. Directed by Chris McVey, the production is supported by a creative team covering stage management, costumes, props, set design, lighting, sound, special effects, and graphics. Written by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard, this holiday farce is recommended for mature audiences. Tickets are on sale, priced at $16 for adults and $12 for seniors and students, plus fees. Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. Part of Theatre Bristol’s season and a Tennessee America 250 project supported in part by the State of Tennessee through the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.

ARTspace Theatre

JUL2

Crochet Club - Bristol Public Library

Crochet Club meets twice each month in the J. Henry Kegley Meeting Room on the upper level of Bristol Public Library. The library provides a variety of supplies for participants.

Bristol Public Library

Valoria

Valoria takes the stage at Capone's in Johnson City. Tickets are available for this event.

Capone's

Storytelling Open Mic

Settle into a cozy living room by the fireplace for a welcoming storytelling open mic that celebrates community, creativity, and connection. Local voices and first-timers alike can sign up to take a brief turn at the mic, and each gathering also includes a featured storyteller set for a deeper dive into the power of narrative. The theme changes and following it is optional, with current details available on the house calendar. Explore the teahouse and enjoy a cup while the stories unfold. A $5 donation to the teahouse nonprofit or food and drink purchases are encouraged, and attendance is open to all regardless of ability to pay. Hosted in the Living Room by the fireplace on the first floor. For details or to inquire about being a featured teller, contact host Vianna Isbister at isbisterv13@gmail.com.

The Philosopher's House

Awaken Sessions — Writer’s Room & Hook Challenge

Awaken Sessions hosts a collaborative writer’s room built around a hook-focused challenge for songwriters, musicians, and singers. This is neither a worship gathering nor a performance showcase, it is a working creative space. Participants are organized by role into small teams or one combined group based on turnout. Each team gets a set block to craft a hook or chorus idea, prioritizing spontaneous, in-room creativity over polish. By the close of the session, rough recordings of each hook are captured along with video of the process. The individual pieces are shared online, and the concepts that connect with people help guide what gets developed in future sessions. There is no expectation to complete full songs. The emphasis is on collaboration, chemistry, and thoughtful direction. The format is intentional and hands-on rather than drop-in, and capacity is limited to maintain a focused environment. Suitable for songwriters, musicians, and vocalists seeking a concentrated space to create together.

Awaken Sessions

Sherapy Sugar Therapy @ Jonesborough Days

At Jonesborough Days, Sherapy Sugar Therapy brings sweet scents, colorful selections and skin care favorites to the celebration. Visitors can explore foaming sugar scrubs, body lotion, items for silky hair, face care essentials, lip balms and more. Surrounded by festival fun like fireworks, food and shopping, it offers a convenient chance to stock up on favorites. If attending is not possible, online ordering is available, with shipping at no cost on purchases over $50.

Jonesborough Days

Downtown Kingsport Association

Twilight Alive Concert Series

Twilight Alive, a well-loved regional concert series, is set to fill downtown Kingsport’s streets with live music for fans to enjoy.

Knoxville Tva Employees Credit Union

Kingsport Axmen at Johnson City Doughboys

TVA Credit Union Stadium, also known as Cardinal Park, hosts a matchup between the Kingsport Axmen and the Johnson City Doughboys in Johnson City, Tennessee. A festive holiday backdrop and a lively ballpark atmosphere set the tone for close-up summer baseball as this regional rivalry unfolds. It offers an easy outing for friends or family, with the crack of the bat, crowd energy, and all the familiar sights of the season.

Village Antiques & Home Decor Mall of Elizabethton

4th of July Sales Event

A festive, family friendly shopping day filled with patriotic touches awaits. Browse newly refreshed booths featuring antiques, home decor, collectibles, gifts, furniture, vintage pieces, and other finds. Look for one day sales and special deals throughout. Complimentary hot dogs are available while supplies last, and Americana themed giveaways add to the fun. Whether the goal is to decorate a space, pick out a distinctive gift, or land a bargain, there are plenty of treasures to discover. The event highlights local vendors and blends bargain hunting, food, and family friendly patriotic fun.

Rocky Mount State Historic Site

Holidays

Rocky Mount Colonial Independence Celebration: America 250 — Rocky Mount State Historic Site

A festive independence event honors the nation’s founding and also highlights the continuing journey toward the 250 milestone. It is dedicated to celebrating American independence while reflecting on the path that leads to this significant commemoration.

Birthplace of Country Music Museum

Weekly Music Lessons with JAM Kids at the Museum

A series of music lessons is offered in The Learning Center at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. The cost is $5 per class, or $45 for ten lessons. The program is presented through a new partnership.

Free Yoga

Enjoy a free yoga session in the park at Off Leash Social - Eat. Drink. Pet Dogs. This event is free for people, and well behaved dogs are welcome. If you plan to bring your pup, arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Downtown Kingsport Association

Twilight Alive Concert Series

The Twilight Alive Concert Series comes back to downtown Kingsport with live music filling the streets. Popular across the region, this outdoor series brings an upbeat atmosphere to the heart of the city as performances transform downtown into a lively hub for music.

Greeneville Flyboys vs. Elizabethton River Riders

Greeneville Flyboys face the Elizabethton River Riders in a head to head matchup at Eastman Credit Union Field in Tusculum, Tennessee. Enjoy the live atmosphere as these two teams square off and deliver an energetic game at this local venue.

Eastman Credit Union

Holidays

Bristol VA July 4th Fireworks

This event marks Independence Day with a fireworks show in Bristol, Virginia. Plans for the 2026 edition have not been confirmed, and current information is based on prior years and may change.

Sugar Hollow Park

JUL5

AmericaFest:

Wrap up the AmericaFest Movie Series with Grease, a classic musical packed with catchy tunes, memorable characters, and plenty of good-natured fun. Sing your heart out to the soundtrack, enjoy the laughs, and experience the nostalgia on the silver screen. It is a lively way to savor the season at the cinema.

Bonnie Kate Theater

JUL5

Food & Drink

Brunch by The Kitchen

A cozy brunch sets the tone for Sunday with flavorful dishes and endless mimosas. Expect satisfying food and an upbeat, welcoming atmosphere.

JUL6

Day Camp 2026 Session 1

Children can enjoy outdoor adventure and fun while learning about Jesus. Pathfinders Day Camps are designed for this purpose, with trained staff offering guidance and support. Held at Pathfinders Youth Camp, this session focuses on time outside and faith-centered experiences for kids.

Pathfinders Youth Camp

JUL6

IBN Breakfast Club – Johnson City TN (North)

A casual networking meetup for business owners and professionals takes place at The Toasted Yolk Cafe in Johnson City, TN, offering time to connect, share referrals, and participate in an Incredible Business Networking program. Attendees can mingle before the program with the option to order food, take part in the session itself, and continue conversations during an optional networking time afterward. There are no dues or fees, no membership or attendance requirements, and no category restrictions. Participation is open to everyone, and purchasing food or drinks is optional. Guests are encouraged to promote their business, products, or services, bring plenty of business cards or flyers, and are welcome to contribute a door prize if they wish. The meetup is led by Brian Clough of New York Life, 423.737.0007, and Axton Lowe of PDP Wrestling, 423.429.8296. Sponsors include Jay Cottrell with lpt Realty Johnson City, Mountain View Pure Water, David Beerman of Edward Jones Johnson City, Appalachian Stars Gymnastics, Tradebank of East Tennessee, Legacy Life Planning, Josh Culbert CPA, Cherie Clough, Medicare Advisor and Senior Insurance Specialist, Colonial Life Tri-Cities TN, and Card Payment Solutions in Tennessee.

The Toasted Yolk Cafe

JUL6

Comedy Open Mic Night

An open mic stand-up night at Crossroads Craftworks invites comedians to sign up before the show and take the stage. Admission is $5 cash at the door, and performers are admitted free. This event is limited to ages 18 and up. Attendees may BYOwhatever.

Tennessee Hills Distillery

IBN Evening Social - Bristol TN

This relaxed social by Incredible Business Networking takes place at Tennessee Hills Distillery and centers on conversation and connections in a friendly atmosphere. The meetup welcomes everyone, with business people and entrepreneurs especially encouraged to attend. There is no formal program, so participants can arrive when convenient and linger as long as they wish. Food and drinks are available for purchase, though purchases are not required. For added fun, attendees may bring an optional door prize for a drawing, and bringing business cards can make networking easier.

Integrated Health Concepts

Intro to Breathwork Class at Integrated Health Concepts

Ease stress and anxiety with an introductory breathwork session that focuses on simple, effective techniques. The session covers core principles, then leads a practice that includes an exercise and may also feature a guided meditation. The cost is $15. Pre-registration is required and is available only through the organizer’s scheduler link.

20 years of vultures tour

The 20 years of vultures tour comes to Stockyard Bristol with live performances by SMILE EMPTY SOUL and Static Affliction.

Stockyard Bristol

Tri-Cities Aquarium Club Monthly Meeting

Each month, aquarium hobbyists from the Tri-Cities area meet to connect, learn, and share their love of the hobby. The gathering welcomes beginners and experienced aquarists alike and features friendly knowledge sharing, chances to showcase fish, aquatic plants, and tank setups, and conversation about trading or sourcing livestock and supplies. Participants can bring photos of their aquariums, examples of fish they have bred, or items to trade, sell, or discuss. The focus is on strengthening a growing local community of aquatic enthusiasts.

Impact Community Center

Johnson City Railroad Experience

Train Museum Field Trip

Climb aboard for hands-on discoveries at the Johnson City Railroad Experience. Ages 4 to 12 can register to receive a free ticket to visit the train museum with library friends. Activities include a dino scavenger hunt, an arrowhead excavation, hieroglyphics, and a locomotive simulator. Advance registration is required. Up to two caregivers receive free admission with each registered child. Tickets can be picked up in the Children’s Library and are valid only for your library’s scheduled visit.

JUL8

Breakthrough Basketball Ball Handling and Scoring Skills Basketball Camp

Breakthrough Basketball offers a fast-paced, drill-focused camp designed to sharpen a player's skills on the court while also nurturing character and confidence away from it. Training places emphasis on both basketball development and personal growth through high-energy, structured drills.

TNT Sportsplex

JUL8

Poetry Workshop

Explore the craft of poetry in a peer-critique workshop at Johnson City Public Library. Guided by poets Lydia Copeland Gwyn and Sarah Bull, participants will share works in progress and exchange constructive feedback in a supportive setting. The workshop takes place in the Polly Peterson Room. Registration is required.

JUL8

INFANT FEEDING | Johnson City — High Country Doulas

New parents often face challenges with breastfeeding or chestfeeding in the early days, and this infant feeding session from High Country Doulas focuses on basic principles and simple tips to make that time go more smoothly. Attendees can expect clear, practical guidance to help the earliest days feel more manageable. The session takes place at the ETSU Innovation Lab.

ETSU Innovation Lab

Book Lovers Paint Night

Celebrate a love of reading with a pottery painting evening at Into the Fire. Create pieces inspired by favorite books, with options like book-shaped boxes, vases and planters, mugs, wine glasses, and more. Guests may bring their own beverages. The studio fee is $8 per person, with the cost of the chosen pottery added separately. Tables can be reserved for individuals or entire book clubs, and seating is limited. To reserve a spot, call 423-926-2529 or send a message. A book swap will be on site, so bring a gently used book to receive $2 off the studio fee and head home with a new title to enjoy.

The Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center

Beginners Mahjong Classes at the Eureka Inn

Learn the basics of mahjong in a welcoming beginner class at the Historic Eureka Inn and Event Center. Discover how this classic tile game blends easy-to-pick-up rules with friendly, strategic play that suits both first-timers and those with a little experience. Tea and scones are included. Tickets are available and space is limited, with multiple session options offered.

Cancun Mexican Restaurant Kpt

IBN Biz Lunch - Kingsport TN

Connect with local professionals over lunch at this Incredible Business Networking gathering in Kingsport, taking place at Cancun Family Mexican Restaurant. The format includes open networking before and after the main program, and ordering food and drinks is optional. Attendance is free, there are no dues, no membership requirements, no category restrictions, and the event is inclusive. Participants can promote their business, products, and services, meet new referral contacts, and bring plenty of business cards or flyers. Bringing a door prize is optional. The meeting is led by Kotinna Thompson of Reliable Title & Escrow at 423-578-0049 and Jason Webb, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, at 423-230-0535. Sponsors include Jay Cottrell of lpt Realty Johnson City, Mountain View Pure Water, David Beerman of Edward Jones Johnson City, Appalachian Stars Gymnastics, Tradebank of East Tennessee, Legacy Life Planning, Josh Culbert CPA, Cherie Clough, Medicare Advisor and Senior Insurance Specialist, Colonial Life Tri-Cities TN, and Card Payment Solutions - Tennessee.

V. O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex

Women’s Open Gym

This free women’s basketball open gym creates a friendly, inclusive setting for participants of every skill level to get on the court and play.

Music Open Mic with Jordan and James

Blue Ridge Comedy Club presents a music open mic hosted by Jordan and James Glover. Performers can share original songs or play covers. Admission is free and there is no purchase requirement, although ordering food or a drink is suggested. Open to both performers and listeners.

Blue Ridge Comedy Club

James Meadows

Enjoy a performance by James Meadows at Kickback Jacks in Bristol. Tickets are available for this event.

Kickback Jacks

Smoky Mountains Rodeo Showdown

Rodeo excitement takes over Bristol Motor Speedway for two nights as the TGR Series rolls in with a full slate of action for fans and families. The evening flows from a live concert into the main competition in the arena. Expect a busy program featuring bull riding with an extra $1,500 in the pot, barrel racing with an added $750, chute doggin with an additional $100, a wild steer race with $80 added, and mutton bustin for children who are 7 and under or 50 pounds and under. Competitors can enter both nights. Entry fees are added to the purse each night, and winners in bull riding and barrel racing receive buckles at each performance.

Bristol Motor Speedway

"Flower Dog" Canvas Class

Enjoy a creative canvas painting class featuring a Flower Dog design. Advance reservations are required. You are welcome to bring your own drinks or snacks, and all other supplies are provided. The price is $40 per participant.

Knoxville Tva Employees Credit Union

Elizabethton River Riders at Johnson City Doughboys

Watch the Elizabethton River Riders face the Johnson City Doughboys at TVA Credit Union Stadium at Cardinal Park. Enjoy close-up summer baseball with the flow of a true league matchup, a complete game under the lights, and the chance to see up-and-coming players in a relaxed ballpark setting. Those who plan to attend can check availability to secure seats.

Twilight Alive featuring Departure: The Journey Tribute Band

Part of the Twilight Alive Summer Concert Series in Downtown Kingsport, this free outdoor show features Departure performing the music of Journey with a production that evokes the band’s classic 80s era. Lead vocalist Brian Williams closely mirrors Steve Perry’s range while the group delivers familiar hits. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs, and coolers are not permitted. Beer will be sold on the street, and dinner options are available from nearby restaurants along with select vendors on site.

Downtown Kingsport

Brittany Avery Mullins Debut

Flaming Aces Distillery presents the debut performance of Brittany Avery Mullins, a Georgia-raised singer who began making music in childhood and picked up her dad’s guitar at eight. Three decades on, she leads a Southwest Virginia band delivering original country that mixes gritty outlaw roots with a soulful touch reminiscent of Waylon Jennings and Alison Krauss. Her experience includes sharing the stage with Shooter Jennings, Tyler Childers, Dylan Scott, and Chris Knight, with appearances at places like Hard Rock Cafe and Bristol Motor Speedway. Food will be available from Banjo BBQ, and the bar will feature craft cocktails, tastings, and bottle sales, plus moonshine slushies. Karaoke is available, sports can be put on the TVs upon request, and Rosie might be running. The setting is family friendly, pet friendly, and biker friendly, with discounts for Veterans, First Responders, and Educators.

Flaming Aces Distillery

The Dallas Moore Band w/ special guest Gents & Liars live at Stockyard

Live music fills Stockyard as The Dallas Moore Band performs with special guest Gents & Liars. DJ Hughz gets things going, then the bands take the stage.

Our Annual Summer Spectacular!

A searching question about leaving everything behind opens an evening that blends music with spoken word. Meemaw's Cabernet presents Our Annual Summer Spectacular at the Wallace Theatre in downtown Johnson City, featuring an original story by Andrew Ford. Performers include Opal Frye-Clark (soprano), Steph Frye-Clark (tuba), and Alan Stevens (tenor), with special guests Logan Ball on percussion and John Haggerty on violin. Admission is free and open to all. Donations are welcome, with a suggested contribution of $5 per person to support future gatherings, and everyone is invited to attend whether or not they contribute.

Wallace Theatre

Lunchtime Live: Ron Short & the Possum Playboys

Ron Short & the Possum Playboys bring live music to the Brooks' Pavilion at Allandale Mansion as part of the Lunchtime Live concert series. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Kingsport Public Library and the Downtown Kingsport Association. Pack a blanket or chair and your lunch, or pick up a meal from local food trucks on site for the performances.

Allandale Mansion

Border Bash - Larry Keel & Jon Stickley Duo w/...

Border Bash is a no-cost summertime concert series in Historic Downtown Bristol, set along State Street at the line where Tennessee and Virginia meet. Each installment showcases live music and community spirit.

Believe in Bristol

Boone’s Falls Event Venue

Dancing

Legacy & Lace: A Regency Affair

Legacy & Lace: A Regency Affair sets the stage for an elegant night of dancing and conversation. Romance takes the spotlight as guests enjoy a social atmosphere where beautiful gowns shine. The experience unfolds at Boone’s Falls Event Venue.

Fridays After 5 - Free Summer Concert Series

Fridays After 5 brings complimentary summer concerts to downtown Johnson City at King Commons Park, featuring live music and local drinks.

King Commons Park

Downtown Kingsport Association

Twilight Alive Concert Series

Twilight Alive, among the region’s most popular concert series, brings live music to the streets of downtown Kingsport this summer. Fans can enjoy outdoor performances on downtown streets.

Cavvy | Trevin Sluss | James William Smith

Capone's hosts a live performance with Cavvy, Trevin Sluss, and James William Smith sharing the stage.

Capone's

Craft and Play

Participants will work on crafts and take part in games. This program is recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Kingsport Public Library

The Black Olive- Elizabethton

Mick Live at The Black Olive - Elizabethton!

Summer returns to The Black Olive with the promise of another great season.

Covered Bridge Jams - POWERSHIFT

Covered Bridge Jams returns for its twelfth year at Covered Bridge Park, presented by the Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department. This installment spotlights POWERSHIFT, a band from the Johnson City and Elizabethton, Tennessee area that blends country soul with classic rock grit. Their lively set features polished playing and fresh interpretations of well-known tunes, spanning honky-tonk favorites to rock and roll anthems. Food trucks will be on site with meals and treats from Sideshow Station Concessions, Taco51, The Patty Shack, and Appalachian Ice. Attendees are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair for a relaxed night of free live music.

The Covered Bridge Park

Gnome Pool Party Kids Canvas

At Into the Fire, children can paint a gnome-themed pool party scene on a 12x12 canvas. The cost is $20 per child, or choose a to-go kit to complete at home. Both options include all necessary supplies, a snack, and step-by-step instruction. Suitable for ages 5 and up. Space is limited, so reserving a spot in advance is recommended. The same design will also be offered during the week of the class as a take-home kit with materials and instructions included.

Jump into Summer (2nd annual)

Spend a full day of summer fun on the beautiful front lawn at Allandale Mansion with vendors, food, music, and more. The focus is on shopping small, creating a friendly setting for friends and families to explore and enjoy the season. Vendor spots are still being accepted. For event communications, Makinzy Owens and Bloom Events are the only contacts, and messages will come only from bloommeventss@gmail.com.

Allandale Mansion

Makers Market

Browse a monthly Makers Market showcasing handmade work from local artists, crafters, and makers. Shop directly from the creators and discover unique pieces from the community. For vendor questions, contact only Crossroads Craftworks. Ignore messages on Facebook from anyone else claiming to be vendor contacts, as these are scams. Do not send money to strangers.

JUL12

Wire Sculpture Class

This hands-on class introduces the art of wire sculpture. Participants practice bending, twisting, and shaping wire to explore ideas of line, movement, and form in a friendly, beginner-focused setting. Using simple techniques, you will build expressive pieces while gaining confidence in your creative process. Guided, step-by-step projects led by the instructor leave room for personal interpretation and experimentation. Materials are provided, and support is available throughout as you try different ways of constructing with wire. No prior experience is required, and the class welcomes all skill levels. Suitable for ages 12 and up, and attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Bring a curious mindset and a willingness to create.

JUL12

Stained Glass: Hot Air Balloons

Explore the complete stained glass process using time-honored techniques at The Inventor Center. Design a hot air balloon themed artwork by choosing from a range of colors, surface patterns and levels of transparency. Guided instruction moves from the initial steps to the finishing touches, helping you craft a piece that is uniquely yours.

JUL12

Christmas in July Shopping Fair

Celebrate a mid-summer holiday twist at Kingsport Farmers Market with a festive shopping fair focused on small businesses. Explore goods from over fifty small business vendors, enjoy food trucks, and take part in giveaways. Families will find plenty to do, including a bounce house with all day jumping for $5 and a range of kids activities, plus more to discover throughout the market. For vendor inquiries, email shoppoppylous@gmail.com.

Kingsport Farmers Market

Day Camp 2026 Session 2

Children can take part in a day camp focused on adventure, fun, and Jesus in the great outdoors. Pathfinders Day Camps are designed for this purpose, with trained staff on site. Hosted at Pathfinders Youth Camp, it offers faith-centered experiences in an outdoor setting.

Pathfinders Youth Camp

Creative Kids Corner: Rock Painting

This Creative Kids Corner session welcomes children ages 6 to 12 to decorate rocks with acrylic paint markers, turning everyday stones into bright works of art. Finished creations can be kept or shared, and all supplies are included.

Kingsport Public Library

Christmas in July with AMA Waterways

An evening hosted by Treadway Travel Company with AmaWaterways spotlights Christmas in July and the magic of European river cruising. Learn about their river ships, discover festive Christmas Market itineraries, and hear about special promotions and booking incentives. Enjoy refreshments and giveaways, meet fellow travelers, and gather ideas for a future getaway. Picture wandering Germany’s market stalls, sipping mulled wine along the Danube, admiring twinkling lights in Vienna, and waking to a new storybook town each morning without the need to unpack more than once. The holiday decorations may be stored away, yet the spirit of the season returns for one night. Seating is limited, so RSVPs are encouraged.

Treadway Travel Company

Ages 5-9 KIDS ART CAMP

Designed for ages 5 to 9, this one-day art camp offers a full day of creative, hands-on projects for $100. Campers will decorate a picture frame using bubble painting, make a small topper to attach to it, create a party-themed animal piece of their choice, finish a petite vase with specialty glazes, craft a personalized glass name plate to hang, design as many as four monster-face magnets, assemble a glass night light, paint an imagined planet in acrylics, and explore their own ideas on a blank canvas. The combined value of these activities exceeds $170. Pottery and glass pieces will be ready for pickup the following week, while paintings can be taken home the same day.

Off Leash Social: Trivia Night

Put your knowledge to work in a friendly trivia competition with food and drinks available. Dogs are welcome but not required, and participants can bring a furry friend or attend without one.

Comedy Open Mic Night

Crossroads Craftworks hosts an open mic for stand-up on Mondays. Sign-ups take place before the show begins, then comics take the stage for their sets. Admission is $5 in cash at the door, and performers are admitted at no charge. Participation and attendance are limited to ages 18 and up. Attendees are welcome to bring whatever they like.

Miso Teriyaki House Johnson City

IBN Biz Lunch - Johnson City TN (South)

Professionals meet for a business networking lunch at Miso Teriyaki House in Johnson City. The gathering opens with time to mingle and place orders, then moves into the lunch meeting. It offers a relaxed setting to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships over a meal.

Bike Night w/ Dan Herrell live at Stockyard

This event is open to all ages and has free admission. The lineup begins with DJ Hughz, followed by a performance from Dan.

Ages 10-14 KIDS ART CAMP

Designed for ages 10 to 14, this single day art camp offers a full day of creative projects for $100. Participants create a bubble technique frame with a tiny topper to attach to it, choose an additional item priced at $20 or less, decorate a small vase with specialty glazes, craft a glass suncatcher, make up to four monster face magnets, and design both a glass trinket tray and a glass fish plate. They also paint an original acrylic planet of their own design and spend time freely creating on a canvas. The combined value of the projects exceeds $190. Pottery and glass pieces will be ready for pickup the following week, while paintings can be taken home the same day.

Paleontology with Hands On! Discovery Center

Designed for ages 5 to 12, this Hands On! Discovery Center program in the Library's Jones Meeting Center explores fossils and prehistoric animals, including those that once lived in Tennessee. Participants will craft their own fossil creations with salt dough, and older attendees can examine ancient sediment in search of marine life. Advance registration is required and spots are limited.

Off the Clock Chamber Social

Hosted by Cascade Draft House, this Bristol Chamber of Commerce social welcomes chamber members, friends, and guests for casual networking and conversation.

Cascade Draft House

USFA’s Smoky Mountain Nationals

USFA’s Nationals in Johnson City offers a World Series style format with a five game guarantee, providing ample opportunities to play throughout the event.

Winged Deer Park

The Fretliners at The Down Home

The Fretliners spotlight storytelling at the heart of their songs, with strong harmonies and lively, shape-shifting arrangements that balance a classic feel with something fresh. Grounded in acoustic string traditions yet reaching beyond any single genre, their music connects through sincerity and careful craft. Tickets are $25.

The Down Home

Trivia with Budds

Trivia with Budds is a trivia event at Off Leash Social - Eat. Drink. Pet Dogs.

The Infamous Stringdusters

The Infamous Stringdusters bring their live show to Paramount Bristol in Bristol.

Paramount Bristol

JUL16

Bristol Third Thursdays: Slick Cadillac

Each month from May through September, the Third Thursday gathering features an evening of live entertainment, food trucks, yard games, and family-friendly activities, with more to discover.

Cumberland Square Park

JUL16

Music Open Mic with Jordan and James

A friendly music open mic hosted by Jordan and James Glover welcomes both original songs and cover tunes. Admission is free with no purchase required. Food or drink purchases are suggested but not mandatory.

Blue Ridge Comedy Club

Flaming Aces Distillery LLC

Crane's Country @ Flaming Aces Distillery (debut)

Daniel Michael Crane, also known as DMC, makes his debut at Flaming Aces Distillery. Scheduled on the eve of his George Strait tribute at Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theater, this performance spotlights classic country and pairs it with food and drinks.

Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium

22nd Annual Gems and Mineral Show

The Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club hosts the 22nd Annual Gems and Mineral Show at the Farmstead at Bays Mountain Nature Center & Planetarium. Admission to the show is free, while entry to the park requires a fee unless a season pass has been purchased. The show features plenty of fun for everyone with gemstone and mineral exhibits, including a fluorescent display, specimens for sale, special activities for kids, grab bags, demonstrations of faceting, cabbing, wire wrapping, and flame painting copper, plus geode cracking. All proceeds support college scholarships. This fundraiser does not offer vendor spaces. Direct questions to the club’s page by private message, and no one else is authorized to accept money for this event.

Josey Scott

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Josey Scott is an acclaimed artist who has earned four Grammy nominations. He is recognized as the original lead singer of Saliva.

David McQueen Riverside Park

Elizabethton River Riders vs. Johnson City Doughboys

A matchup between the Elizabethton River Riders and the Johnson City Doughboys will take place at Northeast Community Credit Union Ballpark, formerly known as Joe O'Brien Field, in Elizabethton, Tennessee.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

The Warman Trio - Hard Rock Casino - Bristol TN

At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, The Warman Trio presents a family show celebrating the 1950s. The performance features rock and roll and country hits from that decade, delivered with the group's own distinctive flair.

Blender Intensive Beginners Class

Discover Blender, an open source program for 3D modeling, and learn how to use it.

Josey Scott with special guest Below 7 live at Stockyard sponsored by Zoom Motors

Josey Scott takes the stage at Stockyard, joined by Below 7. The show is presented with support from Zoom Motors.

2026 Crazy 8s 8K, Almost Crazy 3K, Little 8s

This festive road racing celebration hosts the USA Track & Field Men's and Women's 8K National Championship. The event embraces a Christmas in July theme, and participants may wear Santa outfits, Hawaiian shirts, or other holiday attire. Little 8s youth runs are held inside J. Fred Johnson Stadium. The Almost Crazy 3K is a run or walk that provides official timing for every registrant and includes a soft tech performance shirt. The Crazy 8s 8K follows candlelit streets in Kingsport on a figure eight course, with spectators cheering along the way, and finishes under the lights with the finish shown on the jumbotron in J. Fred Johnson Stadium. 8K finishers receive a medal and a soft tech performance shirt. Those who complete both the 3K and the 8K earn the Totally Crazy medal, a big medal limited to the first 450 registrants.

J Fred Johnson Stadium

Gypsy Circus Cider Company

Dead Set Dialed Down LIVE! At Gypsy Circus Taproom

Dead Set Dialed Down returns to Gypsy Circus in Kingsport for an evening of rock and roll designed for singing along. Cider and BBQ will be available to enjoy throughout the show.

Covered Bridge Jams - Hometown Heroes Featuring Daniel Grindstaff with special guest Trey Hensley

Now in its twelfth year, the Covered Bridge Jams summer concert series brings live music to The Covered Bridge Park, presented by the Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department. This installment spotlights Daniel Grindstaff with his world-class band, The Uptown Troubadours, alongside special guest Trey Hensley. Fresh off a self-titled release on Bonfire Music Group, Grindstaff’s two-time IBMA-nominated banjo work anchors songs that weave heartfelt storytelling with top-tier musicianship rooted in Bluegrass tradition. Hensley, a GRAMMY winner and reigning two-time IBMA Guitar Player of the Year, has earned praise from outlets like NPR, Bluegrass Today, Acoustic Guitar magazine, and WMOT Radio’s Craig Havighurst, with accolades from Merle Haggard and Marty Stuart. Food trucks will be on site with a range of options, including Sideshow Station Concessions, Appalachian Ice, Tin Can Diner, The Sloppy Wagon, and The Patty Shack. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs for a relaxed night of free live music.

The Covered Bridge Park

Johnson City Krystal Cruise-In Car Show

A cruise-in style car show at Krystal welcomes all types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Registration will be available, and the entry fee is $10. A rain date is scheduled.

Krystal

Wayne Necessary Memorial Charity Golf Tournament

Golfers and supporters come together for a memorial charity tournament celebrating Wayne Necessary’s dedication to helping others. The tournament takes place at The Golf Club of Bristol, bringing a new course experience for participants and signaling an intention for a continuing relationship with the club. Organized to carry forward the work Wayne began, it honors his memory and the impact of his charitable efforts. Teams of four are $240. Hole sponsorships are available for $100, with a Gold option at $250. Those who prefer not to pay online may mail checks to Shelby Masonic Lodge.

The Golf Club of Bristol

Outdoor Recreation

Big Game Scoring Event

This big game scoring event offers measurements that follow Boone and Crockett, Long Hunter Society, and Pope and Young standards. Deer and bear are the most common entries, yet any North American big game species may be evaluated. Acceptable items include cleaned skulls, antler skull caps, European mounts, and shoulder mounts. Deer harvested in Tennessee can also be scored for the Tennessee Deer Registry. For typical entries, the minimums are 115 for archery, 125 for muzzleloader, and 140 for gun. For non-typical entries, the minimums are 140 for archery, 150 for muzzleloader, and 165 for gun. Please bring the appropriate hunting license and harvest information to confirm the animal was legally taken in the state of harvest. There is no fee for measuring. Animals may be dropped off before the scheduled appointment and picked up about one hour after the end of the reserved time slot if preferred. Each person is limited to one animal, although additional entries may be measured if time allows.

Bass Pro Shops Bristol

Storytime & Paint

Storytime & Paint features the story “Ice Cream Face” alongside a creative art session. The price is $20 per child and covers the story, all supplies, a snack, and time to paint ceramic ice cream bowls. Seating is limited, and RSVP in advance is requested at 423-926-2529.

Festivals

Downtown Kingsport Street Fair

Downtown Kingsport comes alive for a street fair that kicks off Fun Fest 2026, presented by Eastman with sponsorship from First Horizon Bank. Expect international exhibitors, aerial acrobatic acts, street performers, face painting, a magician, a Kids' Zone, corn hole, artists and makers, and live entertainment. Highlights also include the Sidewalk Chalk Art competition supported by Select 7 Credit Union, Touch-A-Truck, a variety of food vendors, and special sales from Downtown Kingsport businesses. The setting features restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, a mural trail, and parks to explore.

Downtown Kingsport

Tin Can Kids Book Club AUTHOR SIGNING "Merry Mary and the Strawberry Surprises" for ages 6-10

Local East Tennessee author and illustrator Denise Frances DiJoseph appears at Fort Henry Mall for a Tin Can Kids Book Club author signing featuring her chapter book, Merry Mary and the Strawberry Surprises. She will share what sparked the story and connect with young readers. This event is for children ages 6 to 10.

Fort Henry Mall

Rocky Mount State Historic Site

Blacksmith Workshop — Rocky Mount State Historic Site

This hands-on blacksmith workshop at Rocky Mount State Historic Site introduces students ages 9 and up to basic and beginner blacksmithing techniques. Participants gain practical experience while learning foundational skills suited for newcomers to the craft.

Squabble State Hard Cider & Spirits

Singles Night Out at Squabble State

Date Tri-Cities presents a singles night at Squabble State with great music and opportunities to meet new people. Spend a summer evening connecting with local singles in one place.

Kingsport Civic Auditorium

5th Annual Big Lon's Vinyl Expo

The 5th Annual Big Lon's Vinyl Expo brings the Tri-Cities' biggest vinyl gathering to the Kingsport Civic Auditorium. Explore more than sixty tables filled with vintage, new, and rare records. Enjoy live music, a Radio Bristol live remote broadcast, and a food truck while you browse.

9th Annual Lazy Days of Summer Handmade Market

Presented by Tennesotan Handmade and Kingsport FunFest, this handmade market gathers artists, crafters, makers, bakers, and more in Northeast Tennessee. With over 50 passionate vendors, Kingsport Farmers Market fills with a wide variety of handcrafted goods to explore, offering something for the whole family. Expect great shopping and dining options, and a new favorite food truck may be on site. The market highlights local and small businesses.

Kingsport Farmers Market

BIRTH Complete (1 day) | Johnson City — High Country Doulas

High Country Doulas presents a one day childbirth education class in Johnson City at the ETSU Innovation Lab. The session covers comfort measures, the GPS of birth, covid-19, screenings, and the golden hour.

ETSU Innovation Lab

Jay Dee Music

Jay Dee Music is set to appear at Stogie Mountain Cigars.

Stogie Mountain Cigars

Johnson City Doughboys at Kingsport Axmen

A head-to-head matchup brings the Johnson City Doughboys to Hunter Wright Stadium to take on the Kingsport Axmen.

Hunter Wright Stadium

JUL20

Tea (Rex) Party

Experience a dressy tea gathering with a prehistoric twist at the Jonesborough Library. The event welcomes people of every age, and guests are encouraged to arrive in their finest clothes. To register, call (423) 477-2027 or email wcpl_childrens@wclibrarytn.org.

Jonesborough Library

JUL20

Middle Grade Graphic Novel Club

Designed for ages 8 to 12, this club invites young readers to explore graphic novels together. Sessions feature brief book talks that highlight a range of titles, creative drawing activities, and time to share artwork and reading recommendations with fellow enthusiasts. Meetings take place in the Library's Jones Meeting Center this summer. Registration is required.

JUL20

Comedy Open Mic Night

An evening of stand-up where the stage is open to newcomers and seasoned comics alike at Crossroads Craftworks. Performers can add their names to the sign-up to get stage time. There is a $5 cash cover at the door, and performers are admitted for free. Attendance is restricted to ages 18 and up. A bring-your-own policy is in effect.

JUL21

Create + Connect: Creative Coworking

Bays Mountain Brewing Tap Takeover

At Cascade, Bays Mountain Brewing Company takes over the taps with a lineup of fresh brews. The brewery’s owners and brewers will be on hand to talk beer, answer questions, and share the backstory behind the pours. Expect fun swag giveaways while supplies last. Drop in to explore new flavors and raise a pint.

JUL30

V. O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex

Women’s Open Gym

Experience basketball in a relaxed, supportive setting at this free women’s open gym. Women of every experience level are welcome to get time on the court and play at a comfortable pace.

JUL30

Music Open Mic with Jordan and James

An open mic for musicians hosted by Jordan and James Glover at Blue Ridge Comedy Club. Participants can share original songs or perform favorite covers. Admission is free with no obligation to buy anything. Purchasing food or drinks is encouraged but completely optional.

Blue Ridge Comedy Club

JUL31

Old Souls at Stateline Bar & Grille

Old Souls brings dive bar country to Stateline Bar & Grille. Appalachian partners Jenu Six and Chantal Lynn turn years on the road into songs woven with ghost stories and weathered miles. A set for sinners and honky tonk angels seeking something real, suggesting that some spirits never fade.

Stateline Bar & Grille

JUL31

A community giveaway offers clothing, shoes, and other essentials for families and anyone facing need. Attendees can fill a bag at no cost. The effort encourages people to spread the word across the city and nearby communities, with a focus on serving others and uplifting the region.

AUG6

La Danubio @ Jackson Theatre

Part of the Food & Farm Series at Jackson Theatre, hosted by ARCD and Jonesborough Locally Grown, this screening features La Danubio (2020), a Venezuelan portrait of a landmark Caracas pastry shop that has endured for five decades. It traces the sweet as well as the sour and salty sides of running a multigenerational family business, focusing on matriarch Eva with her three sons and grandchildren, whose vivid personalities help the enterprise thrive amid the country’s turmoil and decline. The film is filled with sumptuous images of breads, pastries, and sweets being made. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for seniors or students, and all proceeds benefit ARCD and JLG.

The Jackson Theatre

AUG6

International Storytelling Center

An Evening with Storyteller Matriarch Elizabeth Ellis

An evening concert spotlights storyteller Elizabeth Ellis, whose Appalachian roots and family history that includes a circuit-riding preacher known for gathering tales have shaped a lifelong devotion to story. For nearly five decades she has shared Appalachian and Texas folktales, accounts of courageous American women, and personal narratives that many consider her most compelling work. Her achievements include the National Storytelling Network’s Lifetime Achievement and ORACLE Circle of Excellence awards, as well as the John Henry Faulk Award from the Texas Storytelling Association. A fan favorite at the International Storytelling Center’s National Storytelling Festival, she has performed there twenty-three times, and she was designated an American Masterpiece Touring Artist by the National Endowment for the Arts. Ellis is also the author of Prepare to Scare, From Plot to Narrative, and Every Day a Holiday, and she co-authored Inviting the Wolf In: Thinking About Difficult Stories. This special concert is part of the International Storytelling Center’s Storytelling Live series, now in its 23rd season featuring 20 nationally known storytellers, with additional offerings that include evening shows, virtual concerts, and holiday programs throughout the season.

AUG7