Area Events, family holidays
Gratitude and Reflection- November Events in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee
November is a beautiful reminder to pause, reflect, and give thanks. With all the hustle of holiday planning, let’s take moments to appreciate the present—whether it’s the beauty of autumn’s last leaves, the warmth of a cozy sweater, or simply the company of those we love. Practicing gratitude, even in small ways, helps us carry
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Agritourism, Area Events, things to do
FARMS AND FRIGHTS- Halloween Fun
Get lost in a corn maze; pick out a pumpkin in the patch; enjoy a bonfire; or get your adrenaline running with a good fright. East Tennessee farms go all out for the fall season meaning you might have to make a choice even more difficult than deciding which candy to eat first after trick-or-treating.
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Area Events, Getaways, travel planning
Fall Break- Fun in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee
East Tennessee offers autumn scenery and seasonal activities, making it a perfect destination for a fun fall break. Play outdoors- hiking the trails, paddling a blueway, or cycling one of the many bike systems that range from high intensity to family friendly. Or experience the sights and sounds of the season at one of the
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Getaways, Lakes
Don’t Sunset Summer 2024-Late Summer and Early Fall Events
With five weeks of summer left on the calendar, we are not ready to give up on summer 2024. Hot days and cool evenings lend to ideal weather for playing on the lakes and enjoying the remaining days of summer sunshine and activities. The whitewater rafting season is still running trips, but sunsets on Labor
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Area Events, Car races
2024 Overmountain Rally to Bring the Thrill of a National ARA Championship Rally Round to the Region
The Overmountain Rally Tennessee is holding one day of national driving competition in Newport, TN on September 14, 2024. What is Rally Racing? Rally Racing in European countries dates to the 1700’s, while rally racing in the United States has only been around for fifty years. The ARA competitive events are stage rally racing, which tests the competitor’s endurance. The Overmountain Rally Tennessee competitors
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9 Lakes, Area Events, free admission, Music, things to do, travel planning
Harvesting the Summer Event Season
July and August are ripe with events that celebrate heritage, music, and history of the region. From making Dutch oven blackberry cobbler to ascending into the clouds on a hot air balloon, the region is offering up a bountiful calendar of things to do and see. Summer is made for great adventures. Don’t go home
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Area Events, family holidays, things to do, travel planning
Celebrating Independence Day in the 9 Lakes Region
200 pound anvils shooting into the sky, boats out on the water, and folks sitting by the river. You’ll find these scenes and many more as people across the 9 Lakes Region celebrate Independence Day in America. Whether you are in the mood for a parade, fireworks by the lake or 4th of July traditions
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9 Lakes, Area Events, Music
2024 Early Summer Music Events to Plan For
Lake season has officially opened in the 9 Lakes Region. The marina ship stores, restaurants and boat rentals are now open on weekends for business. Along with live weekend music at your favorite marinas, summer concert series in the small and large towns of the region are kicking off. Tennessee is known for music and
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Area Events, bike trails
East Tennessee Cycling Events Calendar 2024
East Tennessee has become a national destination for road, MTB, and gravel cycling. From Windrock Bike Park with its expert gravity trails to the hundreds of miles of trail offering gnarly MTB single and double track, an IMBA epic at Big South Fork NRRA, long leisurely roads exploring the countryside, surfaced trails connecting metro communities,
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9 Lakes, Area Events, free admission
Spring Events in East Tennessee
Festival season is now in full bloom across the region. You can step back in time to learn about traditional Appalachian traditions, listen to live music, or test your hand at fly fishing for trout in the cold mountain waters. Most of these events are FREE, making it easy to enjoy a full calendar of
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