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February 2010
Militia Muster at Fort WataugaFebruary 20-21 2010 Blue Ridge Parkway 2010 Calendar of Events ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Gray Fossil Site: Dinosaur Revolution, Live LargeJanuary 16 - May 16 2010 Click here to learn more about the Dinosaur Revolution Exhibit |
March 2010
Overmountain Weavers Guild Fibers Show and Sale: Sycamore ShoalsMarch 13 2010 Blue Ridge Parkway 2010 Calendar of Events ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Gray Fossil Site: Dinosaur Revolution, Live LargeJanuary 16 - May 16 2010 Click here to learn more about the Dinosaur Revolution Exhibit |
Food City 500
Bristol Motor Speedway "The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series returns to Bristol action in the Food City 500 for the first short track racin' of the 2010 season on Sunday, March 21. " Click here to learn more . . .
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April 2010
25th Annual Festival of Flowers at The Biltmore EstateAsheville, North Carolina "Join us for the silver anniversary of our celebration of Biltmore’s gardens. Welcome spring in our breathtaking gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, alive with vibrant spring colors. Enjoy special events surrounded by the beauty of tulips, azaleas, and the Blue Ridge Mountains." ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
MerleFest 2010Wilkes Community College The biggest musical event in the region. Join Doc Watson, Elvis Costello, Steve Martin performing with The Steep Canyon Rangers, Taj Mahal and many more at this first-class bluegrass event. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Opening Day Tweetsie Railroad Amusement ParkBlowing Rock, North Carolina "Tweetsie is more than a train. It's an institution, a tradition and a legend. Mention the name "Tweetsie" throughout the South and it conjures up memories for all age groups." Train ride led by the original Tweetsie engine, games, food, entertainment, rides and more. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Gray Fossil Site: Dinosaur Revolution, Live LargeJanuary 16 - May 16 2010 Click here to learn more about the Dinosaur Revolution Exhibit |
May 2010
Gray Fossil Site: Dinosaur Revolution, Live LargeJanuary 16 - May 16 2010 Click here to learn more about the Dinosaur Revolution Exhibit |
15th Annual Siege at Fort WataugaSycamore Shoals Tennessee "It's 1776 and the Colonies are in the throws of Revolution and the frontier is in a state of chaos. Militant Cherokee are being armed by the British and threaten to attack the settlements. Come see how settlers of the Watauga Valley defend their lives, families, hearth, and home at the fort." Click here to learn more
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Iris FestivalGreeneville Tennessee Crafts, food, music, dancing and more. This festival takes place in the heart of historic Greeneville Tennessee. Click here to learn more |
24rd Annual Trail DaysDamascus, VA
A trail town celebrates the Appalachian Trail with exhibits, camping, music, food and more. |
Grandfather Mountain Naturalist's WeekendLinville, NC A weekend of naturalist programs led by experts. Activities include a Nocturnal Stroll, birding, hikes, workshops about bears, salamanders and hummingbirds. Click here to learn more
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Beech Mountain Bike RodeoBeech Mountain NC The Town of Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation will be hosting our first Bike Rodeo! Come to Buckeye Recreation Center and bring your bike to learn all about the rules of road with the Beech Mountain Police Department! Decorate your bike for the Bike Parade and participate in our Kid’s Time Trial and Cone Race. There will be great prizes and this is a free event!
Click here to learn more about Beech Mountain
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June 2010
43rd Annual Covered Bridge CelebrationElizabethton TN "Music on the Bridge will feature toe tapping live entertainment including gospel, bluegrass, 50’s and 60’s beach music and country rock entertainers. Southeastern artisans will display unique and traditional handcrafted arts and crafts. Kids’ Island will offer fun filled activities including a stocked river and a free fishing clinic. Plus Saturday evening, the streets of historic downtown will showcase more than 150 classic cars. " Click here to learn more
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The Blue Plum FestivalJohnson City Tennessee "The Blue Plum Festival is a free, outdoor, art & music festival in downtown Johnson City, Tenn. With our anniversary comes new additions to the festival! More options for music enjoyment in the evenings, a cornhole tournament on Saturday and the Children's Area in a new location. Please, NO DOGS and no outside food or beverages. Bring a lawn chair to the stages and enjoy " Click here to learn more
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2nd Annual A Cool 5 ! Beech Mountain RaceBeech Mountain North Carolina June 5 9:00 a.m. "Beech Mountain Parks & Recreation has announced the town's plan to host the second annual A Cool 5 race and one and a half mile fun run. Amid growing interest and an extremely successful first year, "A Cool 5"; will feature a run traversing across the top of Beech Mountain - Eastern America's highest town at 5506 ft. - on Saturday June 6th at 9:00am. The five mile run and accompanying fun run will be open to runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels." Click here to learn more
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64th Annual Roan Mountain Rhododendron FestivalRoan Mountain Tennessee June 19 - 20, 2010 "World's largest natural rhododendron gardens. Appalachian Trail atop "the Roan". Free admission, demonstrations, and entertainment all day both days. Variety of arts, crafts, food, and drink available. Parking by donation. " Click here to learn more
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Trade DaysTrade Tennessee
21st annual event. Donnie Freeman and his Inter-Tribal Pow-Wow, T.J. the Clown, National Rock Guard Wall, magician Jimmy Dixon, National Guard Rock Wall and more. Click here to learn more
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1st Annual Watauga Lake Clean-up
Sugar Grove Church June 26 2010 Click here to learn more
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12th Annual Blood, Sweat & Gears
Valle Crucis NC - starts & ends at Valle Crucis Elementary School June 26 2010 Click here to see the race profile Click here to learn more
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Grandfather Mountain 84th Annual "Singing on the Mountain" Linville, NC
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July 2010
Watauga Lake 4th of July Boat ParadeWatauga Lake Tennessee Early afternoon. Call for time. Bring your boat or join the crowds at Watauga Point and other gathering places on the west end of the lake. Boats meet at the Watauga Dam. |
Fireworks at TweetsieTweetsie Amusement Park Spend the day at Tweetsie and enjoy the fireworks that night. Click here to learn more
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Music Fest 'n Sugar Grove with Doc WatsonHistoric Cove Creek School Sugar Grove, NC (20 - 30 minutes from Watauga Lake) Doc Watson, The Kruger Brothers, local favorites Amantha Mill, Lisa Baldwin and Dave Haney, Andy Owens, the Cockman Family and more.
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Sunflower FestivalMountain City Food and fun in downtown Mountain City. Click here to learn about Johnson County TN events---------------------------------------------------------------------- . . . Return to top of page . . . |
August 2010
Sharpie 500Bristol Motor Speedway "There's nothing like racin' under that lights at Bristol Motor Speedway, and there's nothing like the Sharpie 500. It's Sprint Cup Series racing at its best. Last year Carl Edwards captured his second straight Sharpie 500 win by edging Kyle Busch at the World's Fastest Half Mile. " Click here to learn more . . .
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Johnson County FairJohnson County Chamber Park An old-fashioned county fair with rides, music fun food and exhibits of farm animals and tools.
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Old Butler DaysButler, Tennessee Learn about the history of old and new Butler, visit the museum and have fun at the Old Butler Days festival.
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September 2010
Overmountain Victory Trail Celebration and MarchSycamore Shoals "Join us for an encampment by the Company of Overmountain Men militia before the Battle of King's Mountain in 1780. Live some of the most crucial days of the American Revolution. Call the park for the schedule of events. " ---------------------------------------------------------------------- . . . Return to top of page . . . |
October 2010 |
6th Annual Watauga Lake TriathlonSugar Grove Baptist Church (across from Pioneer Landing) "The Watauga Lake Triathlon was inspired by the picturesque countryside and pristine waters of Watauga Lake. The Sixth Annual event will take place at 9:00am on Saturday, October 2, 2010, at the Sugar Grove Baptist Church and a local family farm perched on the banks of the lake in a scenic, pastoral setting. This will be a low-key festive event with overall men/women cash prizes, awards, and a post-race barbecue." Click here to learn more . . . |
37th Annual National Storytelling FestivalJonesborough, Tennessee " . . . acclaimed as one of the Top 100 Events in North America, sparked a renaissance of storytelling across the country." Click here to learn more . . . |
Tweetsie Railroad Ghost Train 2010Blowing Rock, North Carolina Ghost train rides, haunted house, Halloween shows, trick-or-treating and more. Click here to learn more
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Shady Valley Cranberry FestivalShady Valley Tennessee "On Friday evening, 5:00PM-10:00PM is the Bean Supper and Auction. Both activities are at the Shady Valley Elementary School. Saturday is an all day event starting with a parade featuring the Pride of Johnson County Band, floats, clowns, horses, plus much more. The day long festivities at the school grounds include live country, gospel and bluegrass music; and some of the best food and local crafts, children activities include Star Amusements plus much more. " Click here to learn more ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
Doe River Gorge 2010 Fall Color ExcursionElizabethton Tennessee "On Friday evening, 5:00PM-10:00PM is the Bean Supper and Auction. Both activities are at the Shady Valley Elementary School. Saturday is an all day event starting with a parade featuring the Pride of Johnson County Band, floats, clowns, horses, plus much more. The day long festivities at the school grounds include live country, gospel and bluegrass music; and some of the best food and local crafts, children activities include Star Amusements plus much more. " Click here for more information ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
November 2010
Thanksgiving Garrison at Fort WataugaSycamore Shoals Tennessee "Join us as Hardin's Rangers provide a glimpse into the past with an 18th century Thanksgiving at Fort Watauga. Plenty of food and demonstrations. " ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
December 2010
Crockett Christmas at the Davy Crockett Birthplace State ParkLimestone Tennessee A candlelight event at Davy Crockett's birthplace cabin. Hot wassail and food. 5 to 5:30 p.m. both days. For more information contact Dawn Coleman. |
The Pioneer 5 Mile Run at the Davy Crockett Birthplace State ParkLimestone Tennessee A part of the Tennessee State Parks Running Tour. All runners must be registered to enter. For more information contact Bob Townsend |