We invite you to learn about the history of Sullivan County on Friday, June 12 at 7 p.m. — Local historian and researcher Dean Walker will present “The Search for Planes and Things on Holston Mountain.” Walker will share photographs, research and insights about the...
Sullivan 250 Events
1818 Tea at the Netherland Inn
The Inn was a focal point for early Kingsport, a gathering place for many travelers and locals alike. Many social occasions took place on a weekly basis due to 18 stagecoaches stopping and travelers refreshing themselves and eating a home cooked meal. In 1818 when...
Old Deery Inn, Blountville
Special Exhibit - Mountain Baskets
Liberty Celebration 2026 – AMERICA 250 STRONG! - June 26, 2026
The Area's Legendary Patriotic Musical Extravaganza! Forty Plus Piece Orchestra with a 100 Plus Voice Choir! Two Performances at the Eastman Employee Center! *Friday, June 26 - 7 PM and Saturday, June 27 - 2 PM* Limited Seating - Tickets $5 Available May 4 at The...
Liberty Celebration 2026 – AMERICA 250 STRONG! - June 27, 2026
The Area's Legendary Patriotic Musical Extravaganza! Forty Plus Piece Orchestra with a 100 Plus Voice Choir! Two Performances at the Eastman Employee Center! *Friday, June 26 - 7 PM and Saturday, June 27 - 2 PM* Limited Seating - Tickets $5 Available May 4 at The...
Battle of Island Flats Commemoration
Battle of Island Flats Commemoration July (date TBD) | Kingsport A reenactment of the July 20, 1776 battle by the Holston Militia reenactment group, potentially including a militia and Cherokee encampment.
Gate City Independence Weekend — Concert & Fireworks
Gate City Independence Weekend — Concert & Fireworks July 3 | Gate City, VA A motorcycle ride throughout Scott County followed by a concert and fireworks to kick off the Fourth of July weekend.
Salute America 250 – A Symphony Spectacular
Downtown Bristol, VA & Symphony of the Mountains 5:30-7:30 p.m. Food Trucks & Yard Games 7:30 p.m. Live Symphony Performance FREE! Everyone is Welcome! For more information, call (423) 392-8423
Gate City Independence Weekend — Parade & Music
Gate City Independence Weekend — Parade & Music July 4 | Gate City, VA A parade to start the day followed by free live music from area bands, wrapping up in time to head to Kingsport for fireworks.
Mount Carmel July 4
The town of Mount Carmel — alongside the Mount Carmel Merchants Association — will also host a July 4 celebration. The free event begins at 5:30 p.m. Along the town's main street, there will be food trucks, mechanical bull rides, bounce houses and more. Local bands...
72nd Annual Mack Riddle & American Legion Independence Day Parade
The parade will be on Saturday, July 4, beginning at 10:00 A.M. The route will begin on Center Street at the Renaissance Center and will follow Center Street to Fort Henry Drive, ending at Memorial Park across from Dobyns-Bennett High School.
Rocky Mount Colonial Independence Celebration
Rocky Mount Colonial Independence Celebration July 4, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Rocky Mount State Historic Site A family-friendly event with costumed interpreters, living history demonstrations, a Constitution reading, Colonial gardening, crafts, and traditional food.
Blountville 4th of July Parade
Event by Blountville Ruritan Club Blountville Ruritan Club Duration: 2 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook The annual Blountville Ruritan Independence Day Parade will be Thursday, July 4, at 2:00 pm, starting at Oak Street / Keystone Drive on the east side of town...
A Star Spangled Story: Battle for America (July 4-10)
Smithsonian Channel Film Series: America’s 250th From May to December, join us for our Smithsonian Channel Film Series celebrating and exploring America’s 250th through a variety of subjects! Starting on the first Saturday of the month, each film will air daily at...
Bristol 4th of July Parade
Time & Location Jul 04, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM State Street, State St, Bristol, TN, USA About the event REGISTER FOR THE JULY 4TH PARADE HERE: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2746/campaign/8823 Registration closes June 26, 2026. The Historic Downtown...
Kingsport’s Red, White & BOOM Independence Day Celebration
Kingsport’s fifth-annual Red, White, and BOOM Independence Day Celebration returns on July 4th in Downtown Kingsport. This year’s event will feature food trucks, fireworks, live music, and more! Red, White & BOOM will take place on Main Street in the Centennial...
Firearms and Equipment During the Colonial Period
Holston Heritage Museum, 337 Carter St, Bluff City. Saturday, July 11 at 2 p.m. — Retired Milligan University professor John Neth will present a program on Revolutionary War-era weaponry, offering historical information and demonstrations related to firearms and...
Farm Fest at Exchange Place
Hamlett-Dobson Farm Fest Sunday, July 19, 2026 2:00-5:00pm Free Admission Hamlett-Dobson Fun Fest provides old-fashioned family fun as it celebrates the pleasures of country life. Step back in time and enjoy the taste of fresh summer foods like watermelon and corn on...
Sycamore Shoals of the Watauga
Holston Heritage Museum, 337 Carter St, Bluff City. Saturday, Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. — Author Jennifer Bauer, former manager of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton, will discuss her new book, "Sycamore Shoals of the Watauga." Copies of the book will be...
Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion
2026 Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion weekend is September 11-13! Sep 11 – 13 at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, Bristol, VA Check the event website for tickets and details.
