Summer events are a must when you visit the 9 Lakes Region. Play, hike, bike, paddle, splash and swim during the day and then head to an event for the evening when the heat of the day is done. Along with live weekend music and fun times at your favorite marinas, the July and August…
July 4 Fireworks displays in the 9 Lakes “And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. On July 4, celebrate the liberty and freedoms that have been bestowed on each of us through the Declaration of Independence. The traditional July 4th festivities…
Spring festival season continues to bring the sights, sounds, and tastes of Appalachian Spring. From the traditions of storytelling and sheepshearing to the pungency of smoky BBQ and ramps, the region is celebrating the best of the season. Music is at the heart of East Tennessee and Appalachian spring traditions. Learn about the history and…
The spirit of moonshine, roaring engines, and winding roads comes alive on weekends during the spring and summer months. In the 1950s and ’60s, fast cars were essential for hauling illegal moonshine out of the mountains and hollows of East Tennessee to eager customers. The Prohibition era of the 1920s crushed a once-thriving legal industry,…
When the dogwoods are blooming, the festival season has begun in the 9 Lakes of East TN. Each year, we look forward to spring festival season for the variety of events that are offered in the region. Some of these events support art and cultural events. Some celebrate the roots of the reason. Many are…
Springtime in East Tennessee is the kickoff to the busy event season. Spring break and spring festivals. Shake off the winter cobwebs. Let’s go play. Most of these events are FREE, making it easy to enjoy a full calendar of adventures and discovery of this bountiful region known as the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee….
Are you planning ahead for spring break or maybe ready to get back outdoors? Spring events are ramping up across the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee Region. Spring break and warm weekends are calling us outdoors to play. For adventurists seeking thrills white water season on the Pigeon River is booking now. Prefer a tamer…
The winter months in the 9 Lakes Region offer a delightful mix of experiences, from cozy indoor retreats on cold, dreary days to adventurous outings on crisp, sunny “bluebird” days. This seasonal variety is perfectly complemented by an array of events and activities that cater to the ever-changing winter weather across the Valley. For those…
9 Lakes of East Tennessee Region Welcomes Cyclists to Spectacular 2025 Lineup of Events and Two New Places to Play In keeping with its ascending reputation as a premier cycling destination, the 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee is pumped up to be sharing numerous trail-riding and road-cycling events geared toward competition, outdoor fun and…
December is a wonderful time to be in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. With mostly mild temperatures, but enough chill in the air to put you in the holiday spirit, you will want to be out and about enjoying this season of magic and good cheer. Dec 14: Merry Tuba Christmas @ Princess Theater,…
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