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REGIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Want to find something great to do this weekend, or plan ahead for a group tour? See our Calendar of Events below. There's something for everyone in historic Sullivan County and the entire region... Whether you are interested activities in the great outdoors, or simply want to go to a play or concert, check out our list.
Planning to host an event in the region? Send us an email with the details and we will review for listing on our website and social media, all free of charge! Email info to matthew.johnson@sullivancountytn.gov
March 2023
March 4, 2023 – The Fab Four, The Ultimate Tribute, Doors at 7:00 pm/Show at 8:00 pm, Cameo Theater, 703 State St, Bristol, VA. If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. Events The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude”, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing. For additional information (276) 296-1234
March 10, 2023 – BoDeans, Doors at 7:00 pm/Show at 8:00 pm, Cameo Theater, 703 State St, Bristol, VA. With countless tunes you know from the first note, rip-roaring gigs you can count on, and a whole lot of energy you’ll take home with you, BoDeans continue to contribute to the American songbook as a tried-and-true institution. Founded and led by original frontman, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Kurt Neumann, the band’s catalog consists of generational anthems such as “Good Things,” You Don’t Get Much,” “Idaho,” and “Closer To Free,” just to name a few. However, they still reflect the soul and spirit of the modern American experience on their fourteenth full-length offering, 4 The Last Time. For additional information (276) 296-1234
March 11, 2023 – Free Fallin’ A Tom Petty Tribute, Doors at 6:30 pm/Show at 7:30 pm, Paramount Bristol, 518 State St, Bristol, TN. Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers are one of the biggest chart toppers in rock history, amassing dozens of hits and performing sold out shows for four decades. Free Fallin’ has successfully toured the country for almost 15 years and played before thousands of fans at festivals, fairs, venues, and concerts. Along the way they have evolved into a complete and spectacular live music production. Their show, featuring all the best hits of Tom Petty, includes the instruments and costumes that re-create the authentic experience of a real Tom Petty concert! For additional information (423) 279-8920
March 12, 2023 – Newsboys, Doors at 6:00 pm/Show at 7:00 pm, Paramount Bristol, 518 State St, Bristol, TN. Founded in 1985 in Australia, Newsboys now reside in Nashville and continue a long legacy of great music and huge hits. Nearly 40 years later, the Newsboys continue to be one of the most popular bands in the Christian music industry. In 2000, they helped start and headlined the annual, traveling CCM festival, Festival Con Dios with Audio Adrenaline and The O.C. Supertones. For additional information (423) 279-8920
March 13, 2023 – The Tri Cities Civil War Round Table is hosting a presentation by Gordon Rhea titled Stephen A. Swails: Black Freedom Fighter in the Civil War and Reconstruction. The event will be held 7:00pm on Monday, 13 March 2023, in room 219 of the Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center, 400 S. Wilcox Drive, Kingsport, TN. The presentation is free and open to all, the general public is cordially invited to attend. Individuals who wish to dine with Mr. Rhea can meet at The Chop House 5:00pm (1704 N. Eastman Rd., Kingsport) ensure your reservations by contacting Wayne Strong at trustwrks@aol.com.
March 17, 2023 – John Michael Montgomery, Doors at 7:00 pm/Show at 8:00 pm, Cameo Theater, 703 State St, Bristol, VA. John Michael Montgomery has turned an uncanny ability to relate to fans into one of country music’s most storied careers. Behind the string of hit records, the roomful of awards and the critical and fan accolades that have defined his phenomenal success lies a connection that goes beyond his undeniable talent and his proven knack for picking hits. Since the days when “Life’s A Dance” turned him from an unknown artist into a national star, John Michael’s rich baritone has carried that most important of assets–believability. Few artists in any genre sing with more heart than this handsome Kentucky-born artist.
March 30, 2023 – Ground Breaking Veterans Park 10:00am The Old Sheriff's Home/Jail Heritage Tourism Information Center 1575 Highway 394 Blountville, TN 37617. DAV Post #39 will present the colors, Emily Lane will sing the National Anthem, American Legion Post 03 will fire a volley, Mayor Venable, and Veterans Service Officer Hunter Woodall will speak.
Old Deery Inn & Museum: Tennessee Antiquities & the Social Life of Stories is on display through April 14. A reception will be held on Saturday, March 4, from 1 to 3pm. The Reece Museum will be open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10am to 3pm, February through May, in addition to its regular hours. https://www.etsu.edu/cas/cass/reece/exhibitions/current.php
For additional information (276) 296-1234
April 2023
Old Deery Inn & Museum: Tennessee Antiquities & the Social Life of Stories is on display through April 14. A reception will be held on Saturday, March 4, from 1 to 3pm. The Reece Museum will be open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10am to 3pm, February through May, in addition to its regular hours. https://www.etsu.edu/cas/cass/reece/exhibitions/current.php
April 29, 2023 – Sierra Hull and Justin Moses, Doors at 6:30 pm/Show at 7:30 pm, Paramount Bristol, 518 State St, Bristol, TN. Sierra Hull’s positively stellar career started early. That is, if you consider a Grand Ole Opry debut at age 10, called back to the famed stage a year later to perform with her hero and
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ONGOING EVENTS
- Old Deery Inn and Museum. Step back in time as you visit this lovely hidden gem in downtown Historic Blountville! Tours include rooms of beautiful antiques inside the 2-story inn, and visitors will also enjoy seeing the dependency buildings including the old brick kitchen, slave quarters, blacksmith shop and more! A must-see for early Tennessee history! Tickets are $5 per person; suggested donation encouraged by Sullivan County Historic Preservation Association, children under 12 are Free. (423) 323-4660.
- TAMHA Traditional Appalachian Music Heritage Association holds jam sessions at 6PM every Friday at the Anderson Townhouse in historic downtown Blountville. Free and open to the general public.
- Antique Car Show, Friday nights, 6 PM to 8 PM, May thru October, TriSummit Bank parking lot across from the train station in downtown Bristol. Info at 423.646.7780.
- Blountville Farmers Market, 12 Noon, each Thurs., April through October, located behind the old Sullivan County Courthouse at Blountville. Info at 423.323.4660.
- Cooper's Gem Mine, 11 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, and 12 Noon to 5 PM on Saturdays, from the 1st of April through October 31. For group tours and information, please call (423) 323-5680. Beginning in October 2015, an online store will be available at coopersgemmine.com and will include natural artifacts.
- Sullivan County Historical and Genealogical Society meets bimonthly at 7PM, 3rd Thursday evening of each month,Sullivan County Department of Archives & Tourism, downtown Blountville. Free admission. General public is cordially invited. (423) 323-4660.
- Sons of the Confederate Veterans, John Singleton Mosby Camp #1409, meets at 6PM, 4th Monday of each month, Mama's House Buffet, John B. Dennis Parkway, Kingsport, TN.
- Sons of Confederate Veterans, Lt. Stephen Powell Camp, meets at 7PM, 3rd Monday of each month, 2nd Floor Commission Room, Sullivan County Courthouse, Blountville.
- Netherland Inn, Open Saturday and Sunday - May through October.
Hours: 2p.m. to 4p.m. Admission: Adults $4.00 and age 6 and under $1.00.
Group Tours: April through October by appointment- School, Civic and Church Groups Welcome!
- Bristol Farmers Market, May 1 thru October 31, Saturdays 7 AM to Noon, and Wednesdays 3 PM to 7 PM.
- Sullivan County Preservation Association, 3rd Thursday of each month, 7pm, Community Center at Blountville.
- Kingsport Farmers Market, 7 AM to 1 PM, Wednesdays and Saturdays, corner of Clinchfield and Center Streets. Info at 423.246.6550.
- Appalachian Ghostwalks, ongoing daily/nightly tours. Reservations required. Interested parties should call (423) 743-WALK (9255) for reservations.
GET YOUR EVENT LISTED HERE! To have your event listed with us, email us or call (423) 323-4660.
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