Get lost in a corn maze, pick the perfect pumpkin, gather around a bonfire, or get your adrenaline pumping with a spooky Halloween fright. East Tennessee farms go all out for fall, offering plenty of ways to enjoy the season from family-friendly farm activities and pumpkin patches to haunted attractions and after-dark adventures. With so…
Football, festivals, and leaves are a fun season in the 9 Lakes Region The official start of Fall is Sept 22, but when should you plan to take leaf peeping trip? When to experience the season is up to you…but we have some suggestions to help with your planning. Smokies High Elevation – Gatlinburg- the…
September is one of the best months to experience the festivals and events of the 9 Lakes Region of East Tennessee. From food and music to outdoor adventures and cultural celebrations, there are plenty of ways to experience what makes this region unique. The diverse cultures and rich heritage that shaped East Tennessee come…
September 18–19, 2026 | Newport, Tennessee Start your engines! The Overmountain Rally Tennessee brings two days of high-speed national rally competition to Newport, Tennessee, September 18–19, 2026. From gravel forest roads and flying dust to jumps, hairpins and high-speed turns, this is motorsports with an Appalachian twist. If you love cars, adrenaline and a little…
With five weeks of summer still on the calendar, we’re not ready to let the season go. Late summer in East Tennessee brings hot days, cool evenings and plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. The water is still calling. Whitewater rafting trips are running through Labor Day…
The end of summer can be bittersweet, but here in the 9 Lakes Region the fun hasn’t ended. Colorful fairs and festivals keep the summer fun going. Top of mind for many visitors is asking us about what events are happening when they are “in town.” Summer doesn’t officially end until September 22, so let’s…
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…
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…
2026 July 4th Fireworks in East Tennessee: Where to Watch Fireworks Across the 9 Lakes Region “And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. Celebrate Independence Day with dazzling fireworks, live music, family fun, and lakeside festivities across the 9 Lakes Region…
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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