Kruisin For Kids Show Fundraiser
Cruise to the Kruisin For Kids Show Fundraiser for Miss Annie Hand. All proceeds will be going to her and her family for medical expenses. Kruisin for Kids helps kids in need in our area. Registration is $200, they’ll have door prizes, a live auction, concessions and awards. Meet at Weigels 5777 US-11E in Piney flats at 9am and cruise to Abingdon for the show (weather permitting). It’s Saturday, May 10th, a good ride for a good cause. They will also be shooting an episode that day for the MAD Bowtie Channel. Everyone is welcome.
Flower Sale
The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County is holding their Annual Flower Sale at 1200 Volunteer Parkway in Bristol. Stop by and purchase beautiful flowers for your garden. Every Purchase helps care for the animals in need at the shelter. The sale is going on through May 10th and the hours vary.
Transportation Station
Come out Saturday, May 10th for a day packed with fun and big wheels! Explore firetrucks, tractors, garbage trucks, street cleaners and more vehicles up close. The event is free and open to everyone from 10am-2pm and they will have a sensory hour from 10-11. It’s hosted by Johnson City Parks and Recreation at King Commons, downtown.
Maker’s Market
The Monthly Maker’s Market is Saturday, May 10th from 11am-5pm at 411 East Doe Avenue in Elizabethton. It’s an opportunity to shop directly from local artists, crafters and makers in the community. It’s the second Saturday of each month. For a vendor application: market.crossroadcraftworks.com
Tennessee Plant Show Mother’s Day Weekend Celebration
Tennessee Plant Show is a free one-day event centered around gardening and community. Offering something for the whole family to enjoy. Enjoy a unique, plant fueled experience featuring plant enthusiasts, artists, makers and more from across the southeastern region Saturday, May 10th from noon-6pm at the Holiday Inn Johnson City, 101 Springbrook Drive.
Woolly Days Festival at Rocky Mount
The Woolly Days and Colonial Gardens Festival is Saturday, May 10th from 10am-5pm at Rocky Mount State Historic Site in Piney Flats. It’s a mixture of educational and hands-on fun for all ages. For tickets or more information go to rockymountmuseum.com.
Tree Streets Yoga
Join others for Free Yoga, led by 200-RYT instructors, in Veteran’s Park outside of Southside School in Johnson City every Saturday at 9am from May 10th until July 26th. Bring your own mat or towel, water and a friend! Class is suitable for all skill levels and abilities.
Pony Rides
Pony rides are back at WF Stables, 165 Tommy Campbell Road in Jonesborough this Saturday, May 10th at 4pm. It’s open to all kids 12 and under. The cost is $10 and there is no need for an appointment. The event will go on rain or shine.
Appalachian Trail Days Festival
The Appalachian Trail Days Festival is the biggest event of the year in Damascus and the World’s largest celebration of the Appalachian Trail and hiker culture. Trail Days will be May 16-18 this year, rain or shine. It includes over a hundred vendors of handmade goods, some of the best outdoor gear and a packed schedule of live music and events. It’s free to attend. Go to www.visitdamascus.org/traildays for more info.
Wayne Scott Strawberry Festival
The 22nd Annual Wayne Scott Strawberry Festival is Saturday, May 17th from 10-5 at Unicoi Elementary School, 403 Massachusetts Avenue in Unicoi. You’ll find over 150 vendors, live music and delicious food. Admission is free!
Rye Cove FCCLA Benefit Ride
The 1st Annual Rye Cove FCCLA Benefit Ride is on Saturday, May 17th! Meet at Gate City Food Lion, registration is at 10am and the entry fee is $25. The ride will begin at 11am and end in Rye Cove where they’ll have door prizes and country cooking will be served. Proceeds will benefit Rye Cove FCCLA which stands for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
Iris Festival in Greeneville
The 30th Anniversary Celebration of the Iris Festival in Greeneville is Saturday and Sunday May 17th and 18th! You’ll find arts, crafts, merchandise vendors, delicious food and live entertainment downtown. Admission is free, everyone is welcome and the hours are Saturday from 10-5 and Sunday from Noon-5pm. Go to greenevilletn.com for more details.
Glow in the Park
Bring the whole family out for Glow in the Park on Friday May 23rd at 7pm at 201 Willow Street in Mt Carmel. They’ll have yard games, great food available, a dance party, a glow foam pit and a movie which will begin at dusk. Everyone is welcome!
Gala at Tipton Haynes Historic Site
The 1st Annual Gala and Benefit Dinner at Tipton Haynes Historic Site is set for Friday, May 23rd at 6pm. Food will be provided by Texas Roadhouse and the menu will feature an 8 oz Chicken Breast or 8 oz sirloin with green beans, roasted potatoes, salad and dessert. The cost is $50 per person and the deadline for reservations is May 10. Call 423-926-3631 for reservations or more information.
Gate City Jeep Jam
The 4th Annual Jeep Jam is Saturday May 24th from 10-4 in downtown Gate City, Virginia. They’ll have a Jeep Show, vendors, live music, inflatables for the kids and much more. Bring the whole family!
Fridays After Five Concert Series
The Fridays After Five Summer Concert Series returns to King Commons in downtown Johnson City with shows from 6:30-8:30pm. Shows are free and everyone is welcome! Just bring a blanket or a lawn chair.
May 30 Troubadour Blue
June 13 The Get Right Band
June 20 Upstream Rebellion
June 27 The Great Big Hug
July 11 Gavin Byrd
July 18 The Kindest People
July 25 JC Jazz Collective
Aug 1 Club Rewind (80s night)
For more info visit www.downtownjctn.com/fa5
Car Show
The 33rd Annual Car Show sponsored by Ridge Runners Rods & Customs is set for Saturday, June 3rd from 10-3 at Hardin Park, 602 crescent Drive in Greeneville. Entry fee is $10 and proceeds will benefit the Greeneville/Greene County Humane Society. They’ll be food, music, plaques and door prizes too!
Blue Plum Festival
The 26th Annual Blue Plum Festival is set for June 6th and 7th in downtown Johnson City! Two days of free live music and fun for everyone! Go to blueplum.org/festival for more details.
Celebration Church Cruise In
The 18th Annual Celebration Church Cruise In is Saturday, June 7th from 10-2 at 429 Shipley Ferry Road in Blountville. They’ll have food while it lasts, music and door prizes all day. Everything is free, no sign up required to display your favorite car. Participants will receive a free 5×7 photo of their vehicle.
Midsummer Market
The Midsummer Market will be Saturday, June 21st from 10am-8pm at King Common’s Park in Johnson City. It’s a celebration of local businesses with unique vendors, live music and food trucks with a variety of options. Admission is free!
Mount Carmel Fourth of July Celebration
The Town of Mount Carmel will host a Fourth of July celebration with live music, great food and patriotic festivities. Music begins at 6:30pm on Main Street, the lineup includes Quentin Horton and Benny Wilson and Gets and Liars. Come hungry, over 10 food trucks will be on hand with delicious offerings. They’ll have bounce houses and more for kids and as the sun sets, enjoy a spectacular fireworks display. Everyone is welcome, bring a lawn chair!
Sunflower Festival
The Annual Mountain City Sunflower Festival is set for Saturday, July 12th from 9-5 on Main Street in Mountain City. Shop over 200 vendors. Admission is free.