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Sep.
14
Soak up mountain magic at Dumplin Valley Farm RV Park in the Tennessee foothills. Twelve bands pick and jam all week under a covered stage, rain or shine. Camp on-site, grab grub from food trucks and enjoy foot-stomping tunes from The Kody Norris Show, The Malpass Brothers and more. (Sep. 14-Oct. 31)
Oct.
01
Dance the night away at Ijams Nature Center's Visitor Center lawn with the Foggy Memory Boys and Michael Prewitt and Crunchgrass Supreme. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for this fall bluegrass show hosted by the East Tennessee Bluegrass Association. The Ijams Beer Garden and a local food truck keep you fueled.
Oct.
02
Celebrate Appalachian heritage across six blocks of downtown Erwin, framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains. For nearly five decades, this beloved festival has drawn crowds with more than 420 arts, crafts and food vendors. Enjoy continuous live music, family activities and the popular Apple Festival 5K in a welcoming small-town setting. (Oct. 2-3)
Oct.
20
Catch old-school bluegrass with drive and groove at the Gatlinburg Convention Center during the Craftsmen's Fair. Mountain Highway brings roots music to life with powerhouse picking and tight harmony, drawing from Bill Monroe, the Carter Family and the Eagles. Daily shows run at noon and 3 p.m. through October 20.
Oct.
24
Celebrate the 28th annual family day at the Tennessee State Museum. This free, safe Halloween event decks the halls in spooky décor and offers games, crafts and prizes for children of all ages. Kids wear costumes and settle in to hear chilling stories drawn from Tennessee's rich and mysterious past.
Nov.
14
Step back in time at Fort Watauga inside Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. The Washington County Militia gathers to celebrate victories in the War for Independence and give thanks for a bountiful harvest. Enjoy demonstrations of 18th-century life and living history presentations across this 75-acre park preserving American frontier heritage.
Nov.
17
Kick off the weekend at Old Glory Distilling Co.'s Silo Park, an outdoor gathering space in Clarksville. Enjoy live local and regional musicians from 6 to 8:30 p.m. while sipping craft cocktails, fine Tennessee spirits and beer. This free, family-friendly and dog-friendly evening offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with food available.
Nov.
18
Rock the hallowed stage of Ryman Auditorium, music's most iconic venue and former home of the Grand Ole Opry. Original members Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker and Slim Jim Phantom deliver an explosive, high-energy rockabilly revival. Expect massive 1980s hits performed with signature Gretsch guitars and stand-up drums. Pure rock-and-roll magic.
