9 Lakes, Area Events, Music
Music with Heart
Music With Heart Southern Appalachia has long been known for a culture that is ingrained with music that invokes heart-felt longing, love, and inspiration. There is perhaps no area of these great mountains and valleys more immersed in this musical heritage than Union County Tennessee. Union County natives have always had a heart for music.... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, Cultural Influences, driving trails, road trip
Festivals and Events in September
September is the best month of festivals and events to experience the 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee The diverse range of cultures and heritage that shaped the region are celebrated through food, music, and outdoor adventures. Step out of the ordinary to experience something new. Sep 1- UT Football Season Opens– Neyland Stadium... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, fall foliage, family holidays, National Parks, things to do
Sky High Adventures in the 9 Lakes
August skies in the 9 Lakes always seem to be bluer and the sunsets are more dramatic. making this the perfect month for “sky high” adventures. Here are some of our favorite ways to get vertical: Located in the heart of downtown, the Gatlinburg SkyBridge is the longest suspension bridge in North America. It spans... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, family holidays
Light Up the Night- Your guide to the July 4th Holiday Firework Displays in East Tennessee
The traditional July 4th festivities will light up at firework shows scheduled across the 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee. You can choose to go by car or by boat to see fireworks displays near to where you are staying. Many of the events also feature food vendors and live music leading up to the... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, bike trails, National Parks, Trails
Peddling Your Way to Adventure
May is National Bike Month and the 9 Lakes Region is a top bike destination for road to mountain gravity riders. Pedaling through the region is a great way to explore the countryside and scenic overlooks, not to mention a less expensive way to travel. For the cycling adventurists, the beauty and terrain of the... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, moonshine, motorcycles
2022 Hot Rod and Car Shows Revving Up
The legacy of moonshine and hot roads is on display most weekends during the spring and summer months. Fast cars in the 1950’s and 60’s were needed to haul illegal spirits out of the hollows and mountains of East Tennessee to waiting customers. Prohibition in the 1920’s killed a thriving legal industry, and it wasn’t... Read More
Area Events, Cultural Influences, downtowns, family holidays, free admission, social distancing
Seasonal Festivities to light up Your Holidays
The sights and sounds of the holiday season have a way of lifting our spirits. Traditionally, the last weekend of November begins the transformation of small towns, public parks, and local businesses into holiday wonderlands. Across the 9 Lakes Region, the colorful light displays, holiday music, and seasonal treats will delight the young and young... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, Lakes
July 4th Fireworks Shows
There is no shortage of places to view fireworks this July 4th. With the easing of COVID restrictions, events are scheduled across the 9 Lakes Region. As in previous years, you can choose to go by car or by boat to see fireworks displays near to where you are staying. Many of the events will... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, free admission
Get Out and Play in May
Are you ready to get out and play in May? The 9 Lakes Region is bursting with fun, outdoor activities across the region. If you love live music, great food, arts and crafts, or if you are simply ready to enjoy a play day outside with friends, you won’t want have to look far or... Read More
9 Lakes, Area Events, family holidays, Getaways
Spring Events are Popping Up
After a yearlong slumber, spring events are popping up across the region. One way to immerse yourself in the region’s culture is to visit one of the many festivals. Did you know that the people who settled in this region migrated from cities across Europe and, more recently, world-wide, bringing their customs and rich cultural... Read More