Welcome to the 9 Lakes Region, home to the some of the best motorcycle touring roads in the East. While most riders think about Cherohala Skyway and Tail of the Dragon, there are some rides that locals consider to be on a short list when touring the region. Each of these 7 “Long and Winding” rides…
Exploring the downtowns of the 9 Lakes Region is a fun way to experience local culture, and hospitality. Main Streets range from the exciting nightlife of Knoxville to the quaint charms of Historic Dandridge. The great downtowns in the region are preserving and celebrating their stories through local architecture, food, and street events. Three spotlight…
There is no shortage of fun July 4th activities to attend in the 9 Lakes. Celebrate the holiday by joining in on one of the many traditional events being held across the region. Family picnics, community square dance, parades, live music concerts, and of course, fireworks are all fun ways to make lasting memories with…
While the summer solstice is June 21, the summer season in the 9 Lakes has officially kicked off. The lakes and parks are filled with boaters and campers, while the seasonal waterside restaurants are open and offering fun places to relax with friends and family. The month of June is also jam packed with festivals…
The 9 Lakes Region is your festival destination in late spring and early summer. In every county, you will find events celebrating the music, foods, and arts of East Tennessee. Go on a cultural tour of the 9 Lakes, and sample the variety of events and adventures waiting for you. Taste Appalachian cuisine is defined…
Launched in 2016, the TN Whiskey Trail has brought together the heritage of whiskey making and the “love/hate” struggle to produce and sell distilled beverages in Tennessee. Early settlers brought their native techniques for whiskey making as they migrated into the mountains of East Tennessee. Because of readily available corn, mash became a preferred drink of…
Autumn is a beautiful time of the year to experience the Smokies to see the leaves and enjoy a day of hiking. One of the traditions of fall in Appalachia is the apple harvest.
The 2nd Townsend Grains and Grits festival on Nov 4 will be hosting the “East” region celebration of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail as a special event on the Friday evening prior to the festival day. Grains and Grits celebrates the history of spirits in Appalachia, gourmet cuisine, and live entertainment all served up with southern…
Are you “In the Mood” for a Great Jazz Concert? On Saturday, Sept. 9, 5:30 to 9:30 Eastern Time, the Morgan County Tourism Alliance Presents, “A Tribute to King Pleasure – Bringing Pleasure Back to the People, at Papaw’s Opry Barn and Theater, 3549 Airport Road, Rockwood, TN. Tennessee wines will be part of this…
There’s just something about a hot air balloon that makes everyone stop and stare. Those vibrant colors, and the way they quietly float above the earth. And when you combine hot air balloons with Tennessee wine… now that’s something to celebrate!
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