Welcome to the Top 10 Events in Tennessee
Explore the selection of the top 10 annual events and festivals, fairs and celebrations (listed in calendar priority) across the State of Tennessee, including events in Lynchburg, Jonesborough, Memphis, Chatanooga and Nashville.Dogwood Arts Festival
February
Knoxville, Tennessee
The Dogwood Arts Festival House & Garden Show is the largest house and garden show in Tennessee for the do-it-yourselfer and the gardening enthusiast.
Visitors walk along more than 60 miles of trails featuring some of the most spectacular dogwood trees of all kinds and colors. This event offers a chance to visit and admire beautiful gardens that features an arts & crafts fair, outdoor and more.
For more information visit: www.dogwoodarts.com
OR ... TAKE A LOOK AT THE TOP EVENTS USA FEATURE PROFILE ABOUT DOGWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL
Mule Day
April
Columbia, Tennessee
Mule Day, with its festive air eventually evolved into what is now an almost week-long celebration of the mule. Thousands of visitors come to Columbia to take part in the numerous activities ranging from working mule and best of breed events, to horse shows, arts and crafts booths, and a flea market. The smell of barbecue specialties and homemade pies blends with the smoky aroma of roasted corn and funnel cake sweetness.
The highlight of the Mule Day festivities is the Mule Day Parade held on Saturday. Entries are judged and cash prizes and ribbons are awarded in several categories.
For more information visit: www.muleday.com
OR ... TAKE A LOOK AT THE TOP EVENTS USA FEATURE PROFILE ABOUT MULE DAY
Memphis in May International Festival
May
Memphis, Tennessee
Music lovers from around the globe gather at the Beale Street Music Festival, part of the Memphis in May International Festival, for three magical days and four big stages on thirty-three acres overlooking the Mississippi, right on the heels of historic Beale Street. More than sixty top artists take part in one outrageous party.
Blues, rock, gospel, R&B, alternative, and soul a spine-tingling musical variety guaranteed to shake your soul. With a growing fan base and worldwide media coverage, this stellar event sells out annually. Events include the World Championship Barbecue Contest, and Sunset Symphony.
For more information visit: www.memphisinmay.org
Riverbend Festival
June
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Riverbend is a nine-day music festival located in downtown Chattanooga every June. It is located on the 21st Century Waterfront along the Tennessee River. The festival has six stages of world class entertainment from over 100 artists ranging from classic rock and jam bands - to country, urban and bluegrass.
Highlights of the event include a Children's Village, 5 & 10K Runs, Starfighter Jet flyovers and a Fireworks Finale'.
For more information visit: www.riverbendfestival.com
CMA Music Festival
June
Nashville, Tennessee
The CMA Music Festival is the largest country music party in the world and the ultimate destination for music lovers! The annual, four-day event features more than 70 hours of live music and 30 hours of autograph signing by over 400 country music artists and celebrities.
While the evening concerts at LP Field provide full-tilt excitement, the Daytime Stages offer a more intimate setting for day-long, nonstop music from your favorite hit makers in Downtown Nashville.
For more information visit: www.cmafest.com
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival
June
Manchester, Tennessee
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival is a four-day, multistage camping festival held on a beautiful 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee every June. Bonnaroo brings together some of the best performers in rock and roll, along with dozens of artists in complementary styles such as jazz, Americana, hip-hop, electronica, and just about any contemporary music you can think of.
In addition to dozens of epic performances, the festival's 100-acre entertainment village buzzes around the clock with attractions and activities including a classic arcade, on-site cinema, silent disco, comedy club, theater performers, a beer festival, and a music technology village.
For more information visit: www.bonnaroo.com
Secret City Festival
June
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
The Secret City Festival highlights the heritage of Oak Ridge and its role in World War II. Features of the festival include the largest multi-battle WWII reenactment in the South and special children ’s festival area featuring games, the Euro Bungy, rock climbing wall, live entertainment, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more!
For more information visit: www.secretcityfestival.com
OR ... TAKE A LOOK AT THE TOP EVENTS USA FEATURE PROFILE ABOUT THE SECRET CITY FESTIVAL
Elvis Week
August
Memphis, Tennessee
Each August, Elvis fans of all ages from around the world gather in Memphis, Tennessee for Elvis Week -- a commemoration of the music, magic and memories associated with the legacy of Elvis Presley. Longtime fans and those who are new to it enjoy a full week of music, dance, sports, social and charitable events -- all in an atmosphere of international friendship and camaraderie. Most fans say it feels like a huge family reunion they all look forward to each year. The week also includes the annual candlelight vigil.
For more information visit: www.elvis.com
National Storytelling Festival
October
Jonesborough, Tennessee
The festival, now over 35 years old and acclaimed as one of the Top 100 Events in North America,includes a variety of accomplished artists whose stories take listeners back to their childhood, across cultures, and into the world of imagination.
The storytelling takes place in large, circus-type tents in downtown Jonesborough with seating in each tent. Regular programming is then scheduled in each tent throughout the day; our attendees simply choose which tent they want to attend at which time.
For more information visit: www.storytellingcenter.net
Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue
October
Lynchburg, Tennessee
The good people of Lynchburg have joined the folks at Jack Daniel Distillery to host the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue – what many have called the most prestigious barbecue competition in the world.
More than 60 championship barbecue teams and some 25,000 visitors from around the world descend on Lynchburg annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue, now more than 20 years old.
For more information visit: www.jackdaniels.com
