From Upper Cumberland Tourism Association
Jul 14 – 23
74th Annual Overton County Fair – Time: Varies Each Day. Location: Overton County Fairgrounds. For more information call Tina Williams at (931) 823-6959 ext. 241.
Jul 15
Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater – Bluegrass at the Sparta Amphitheater starts at 7:00 pm. ”Bluegrass USA” [aka-Sparta] welcomes the sounds of heavenly harmonies – the true sound of American At 7:00 pm, each third Friday night of the month, May – October. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.Sparta-Chamber.net” www.Sparta-Chamber.net
Main Street Live! Concert featuring “Pink Cadillac” – The Main Street Live in McMinnville will feature Pink Cadillac, 60s music. Vendors open at 6:00 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org” www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org
Jul 16
Monterey Downtown Cruise – In Downtown Monterey. Sponsored by the Monterey Commerce Association. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.montereytn.com” www.montereytn.com
Vision 2020’s Red Pump Cafe, Open Mic Night – The Armour’s Hotel at 7:00 pm. Singers, songwriters, poets, comedians, storytellers are invited to share their talents. Contact: Rita Watson HYPERLINK “mailto:[email protected]” [email protected] or 615-388-3046.
Kudzu Basketry Workshop in Historic Rugby – The workshop is from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm in Historic Rugby. Learn to create a simple or complex basket woven with Kudzu. Once a student learns to weave a kudzu basket, they will have the skills to weave any vine basket. Instructor: Fuzzy Orange. Cost: $35. Contact: 423-628-2441. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.historicrugby.org” www.historicrugby.org
Bluegrass Festival – At the Winningham Park in Livingston from 12:00 – 8:00 pm. Contact: James Arnett 931-258-4185
Sparta Cruise In – Good Time Cruisers invite you to “just show up” at Liberty Square every 3rd Saturday of the month April-September from 5:00 – 8:30 pm. You are invited to show your car or enjoy the exhibit. If you are a car lover this is a great place to salute past good times. Contact: Junior Jones 931-212-7658
Clay County Truck Pull – At the Clay County Fairgrounds starting at 6:30 pm. Admission: 5.00 Adults – Children under 12 Free.For more information call Chamber of Commerce 931-243-3338 or www.dalehollowlake.org.
“Marty Lanham” at the Sutton General Store in Granville – Ole Time Music & Bluegrass presents “Marty Lanham & The Dixie Cafe Band” starting at 6:00 pm with Radio Taping at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the best in Tennessee’s Southern Cooking in Sutton Store’s Dining Room, beginning at 5:00 pm & at 6:30 pm. Cost: $15.00, Children under 12 – $9.00 + tax per person, under 6 – free. Reservations are required at 931-653-4151. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.granvillemuseum.com” www.granvillemuseum.com
Tennessee State Championship Truck & Tractor Pull – At the Cumberland County Community Complex; 7:00 PM; admission $10.00, children 11 and under free. For more information call 931-260-4611. Website: www.crossvillepullers.com
Jul 18 – 23
DeKalb County Fair – Come to the “Grandpa Fair of the South” at the Alexandria Fairgrounds.
Jul 22
Main Street Live! Concert featuring “Thunder Creek – ”The Main Street Live Concert in McMinnville will feature “Thunder Creek”, 70s music. Vendors open at 6:00 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Admission is free.Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org” www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org
“Chicago” Opens at the Playhouse Theatre – Chicago has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. Chicago has been honored with six Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations. Rated PG. Please contact the Playhouse for more information at 931-484-5000.
Jul 23
Concert in the Park in Lafayette – Performance begins at 7 p.m. Located at Key Park. Jett Williams and the Men of Steel” with several of the finest guitarists in the county music field. Music will include many of Hank Williams well-known songs. FREE to the public. Sponsored by Macon County Arts Council. Contact Nancy Doss (615) 644-5179.
“Rowland White Band” at the Sutton General Store in Granville – Ole Time Music & Bluegrass presents “Rowland White Band” starting at 6:00 pm with Radio Taping at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the best in Tennessee’s Southern Cooking in Sutton Store’s Dining Room, beginning at 5:00 pm & at 6:30 pm. Cost: $15.00, Children under 12 – $9.00 + tax per person, under 6 – free. Reservations are required at 931-653-4151. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.granvillemuseum.com” www.granvillemuseum.com
Wine Train & Murder Mystery Excursion at DelMonaco Winery – Catch the train in Nashville, Mt Juliet or Lebanon. “Murder Mystery” aboard the train. Live band, food and local artists at the Winery – Open to the PublicCall DelMonaco @ 931-858-1177 or see our website: HYPERLINK “https://www.delmonacowinery.com” www.delmonacowinery.com
Jul 24 – 30
Smith County Fair – The Smith County Fair will be held at the Smith County Agriculture Center in South Carthage. For more info contact the County Mayor at 615-735-2294. “https://www.smithcountychamber.org/
Jul 29
Fifth Friday Fish Fry at the Donoho Hotel in Red Boiling Springs – From 5:00 – 9:00 pm volunteers come together to offer bluegrass & gospel entertainment while the best fried catfish and all the fixings are served. All proceeds benefit Goodwill Committee. Contact (615) 699-3141 or visit HYPERLINK “https://www.donohohotel.com/” www.thedonohohotel.com.
Main Street Live! Concert featuring the Cody McCarver Band – The Main Street Live Concert in McMinnville will feature the “Cody McCarver Band”, country music. Vendors open at 6:00 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Admission is free. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org” www.MainStreetMcMinnville.org
Jul 30
Upper Cumberland Cajun Day at Highland Manor Winery – Come to the winery from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. For more information contact: 931-879-9519 or Website: HYPERLINK “https://highlandmanorwinery.net” highlandmanorwinery.net
Valley Grass at the Sutton General Store in Granville – Ole Time Music & Bluegrass presents “Valley Grass” starting at 6:00 pm with Radio Taping at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the best in Tennessee’s Southern Cooking in Sutton Store’s Dining Room, beginning at 5:00 pm & at 6:30 pm. Cost: $15.00, Children under 12 – $9.00 + tax per person, under 6 – free. Reservations are required at 931-653-4151. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.granvillemuseum.com” www.granvillemuseum.com
“Sweat, Tears & Splinters” – Barbara Howell at Grey Gables Bed & Breakfast. Lunch, program and book signing event at the Inn from 12:00 – 2:00 pm ET.Cost per pers. $12.00 + grat. Reservations are required, at 423-628-5252. Website: HYPERLINK “https://www.rugbytn.com” www.rugbytn.com
Macon County Demolition Derby – At the Macon County Fairgrounds at 7:00 pm. Sponsored by the Macon County Fair Board. Three plus hours of exciting fender bender fun! Contact: Ray Goad (615) 888-6010
Go to HYPERLINK “https://www.uppercumberland.org” www.uppercumberland.org and get updates on events.
While you are at the Upper Cumberland Tourism Association website:
• Find your favorite Upper Cumberland Lake and Marina,
• Get directions to the Wineries in the region,
• Visit our state parks and other outdoor attraction,
• Find farmers markets to get the best fruits & vegetables,
• Take a “Staycation” this year and discover the beautiful Upper Cumberland.
