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There's no place like Tennessee to inspire artistic expression, from great music to traditional crafts, from storytelling to fine art.
Tennessee is calling you to enjoy great entertainment in music and performing arts, with beautiful historic theaters and unique music venues throughout the state, from the blues on the banks of the Mississippi, to the world-famous recording studios of Nashville, to the haunting sounds of traditional mountain music in the east.
Historic Downtown Clinton
"Spend countless hours shopping for antiques, collectibles and specialty items and enjoy the unique eateries in restored Historic Downtown ...more
City: Clinton, TN
Phone: 800-524-3602
Historic Downtown Dickson
"Civil War soldiers built the railroad that now fronts the Historic Halbrook Hotel, War Memorial Building and the new city park.
Just off the railroad you will find, not only the Old Train Depot., but also the birthplace of Frank Clement in the Halbrook Hotel. See the War Memorial Building that is one of only two Depression-era War Memorial Buildings in ...more
City: Dickson, TN
Phone: 877-718-4967
Historic Downtown Franklin
"Fifteen block National Register Historic District with more than 70 unique shops, restaurants and ...more
City: Franklin, TN
Phone: (615) 591-8500
Historic Jonesborough Carriage Tours
"Take a carriage ride back in time. They offer rides and narrated tours through the historic district of ...more
City: Jonesborough, TN
Phone: 423-213-3049
Historic Rugby Commissary
"Restored 1880 utopian village founded by famous British author, Thomas Hughes. 17 Victorian-era buildings remain unchanged, including a 7,000 volume Hughes Library & Christ Church Episcopal. Daily tours, museum shop, dining and lodging in historic buildings. Enjoy shopping at the shops of Rugby--The Commissary and the Spirit of Red Hill in the Board of Aid Historic ...more
City: Rugby, TN
Phone: (888) 214-3400
Historic Tennessee Theatre
"The magnificent Tennessee Theatre first opened its doors on October 1, 1928 and was hailed as “the South’s most beautiful theatre.” When the first patrons stepped inside downtown’s “movie palace” to see their favorite stars on the silver screen, they paid only 40 cents for matinees and 60 cents for evening shows (children paid only 10 and 15 cents).
Listed on ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-684-1200
Kingsport Downtown Heritage Trail
"Twenty-nine historic sites on the trail, including the Gem Theatre, the Carolina, Clinch, the Ohio Railroad buildings and several antique ...more
City: Kingsport, TN
Phone: 423-246-6550
Lane College Historic District
"An historic African-American college supported by the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. The J.K. Daniels Library boasts an excellent African American Heritage ...more
City: Jackson, TN
Phone: 901-426-7500
Laurel Theater/Jubilee Community Arts
"Today the Laurel Theater is a performance center and home of Jubilee Community Arts, dedicated to traditional music and art forms of the Southern Appalachians.
The theater has a capacity of 220, and is also used by and local civic and private organizations for their activities. The Theater is open to visitors by appointment and is available for private receptions, seminars ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-5851
Levitt Shell, Overton Park
"Welcome to Levitt Shell, home of the performing arts in the heart of historic Overton Park.
Since its dedication in 1936, the Shell has delighted Memphians with variety of exceptional entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, the Grateful Dead, and many more.
After extensive renovations, the Levitt Shell is once again the Mid-South's most enchanting venue for free, outdoor, professional performances.
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City: Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 272-5159
Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals
"Liberty; The Saga of Sycamore Shoals Two-act outdoor drama at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area depicts the settlement of Northeast Tennessee in the 18th century. Last 3 weekends in July from Thurs. - Sat. at 7:30 ...more
City: Elizabethton, TN
Phone: 423-543-5808
Lynnville Historic Downtown
"A quaint village with 59 homes and businesses on the National Historic Register. It has shopping, restaurants and a theatre. A railroad museum is housed in a reproduction depot. Tour a steam locomotive, passenger car and ...more
City: Lynnville, TN
Phone: 931-527-3158
Memphis Main Street Trolley
"Climb aboard a restored vintage trolley car for an unforgettable trip
along the mighty Mississippi River and downtown Memphis. The Main Street Line follows the original mule-drawn trolley; the Riverfront Loop travels a breathtaking stretch of the river.
Enjoy a nostalgic ride through many downtown attractions, including the Pyramid, Pinch District, Convention Center, Beale Street and the Orpheum ...more
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 274-6282
Oak Ridge Driving Tour
"Discover the WWII secret city while visiting landmarks and attractions that tell the story of Oak Ridge, the Manhattan Project and how 75,000 people kept the making of the Atomic Bomb a secret from the world. CDs and tapes for rent or ...more
City: Oak Ridge, TN
Phone: 800-887-3429
Oldham Theater
"The smell of fresh popcorn will draw you into this historic theater. Renovations have preserved the venue's vintage look so movie-goers can enjoy first-run movies in the grandeur of the ...more
City: Winchester, TN
Phone: 931-967-2516
Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center
"A multi-purpose facility offering cultural performances spanning a diversity of repertoire and disciplines, as well as providing an idea place for business meetings, seminars, luncheons, parties, weddings and receptions and other ...more
City: Bartlett, TN
Phone: 901-385-6440
Beal Pottery
"Located in Rogersville's Historic District features the work of potter, Debbie Beal. Debbie offers adult and childrens classes. Call to schedule studio tours or classes for your ...more
City: Rogersville, TN
Phone: 423-272-3879
Beckey's Baskets & More
"Gift basket shop. Christmas room, frames, gourmet food, candles, musical items, dipped bears, wind chimes, frames, statues and baby ...more
City: Manchester, TN
Phone: 931-723-1800
Beersheba Porcelain
"Beersheba Porcelain specializes in pottery, pottery beads, and jewelry. Potter Phil Mayhew can usually be found on the front porch at his potters' wheel, turning new vessels out of fresh clay, or decorating bisqueware with glaze in preparation for firing. Terri Mayhew designs the pottery bead necklaces and bracelets that kids love and offers a good selection of colors ...more
City: Beersheba Springs, TN
Phone: (931) 692-2280
Bell Buckle Antique & Craft District
"Enjoy our quaint Victorian village with 12 unique shops, two antique malls and our local cafe. Host of many festivals throughout the year including the RC-Moon Pie Festival the 3rd Saturday in ...more
City: Bell Buckle, TN
Phone: 931-389-9663
Bell Buckle Cafe & Music Parlor
"Something fresh and different is happening seven days a week at Bell Buckle Cafe on Railroad Square. We have delicious, tasty food in a world-class cafe, with live music on Thursday-Saturday. Bell Buckle Cafe is fast becoming a center for musical talent from all over Middle Tennessee--there's even a Bell Buckle Records, issuing recordings by Cafe artists.
Join us for the ...more
City: Bell Buckle, TN
Phone: (931) 389-9694
Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce
"The delightful small town of Bell Buckle dates back to 1852, established by local merchant A.D. Fugitt.
Today, it's a thriving arts community and home of The Webb School, a renowned preparatory academy. Downtown Bell Buckle has charming rows of eclectic shops, eateries and colorful down-home festivals.
Celebrated every year in Bell Buckle is the R.C. & MoonPie Festival, featuring bluegrass ...more
City: Bell Buckle, TN
Phone: 931-389-9663
Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art
"Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art
The Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art is located within the borders of the Peabody Place entertainment and retail district in the heart of Downtown Memphis. Asian and European art and artifacts in the museum's collection include ivory carvings, cloisonne, cinnabar and jade sculptures from the Qing Dynasty, as well as imperial furnishings ...more
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-523-2787
Big Cypress Tree State Park
"A peaceful park for enjoying nature, Big Cypress was named for a national champion tree that was 1,350 years old before being killed by a lightning strike in 1976. In the floodplain of the Obion River’s Middle Fork, the park is a great site for picnicking, wildflower walks, bird watching and hiking and includes a 330-acre natural area and 27-acre ...more
City: Greenfield, TN
Phone: (731) 235-2700
Bledsoe County Agricultural Fair
"A small carnival with live stock shows featuring cattle and sheep, exhibits in exhibit halls for children and adults and more. The fair will run from Aug. 2 - 6, ...more
City: Pikeville, TN
Phone: 423-447-2852
Blues City Tours
"Graceland, City Tour, Mud Island, Riverboat, Civil Rights Museum. Casino at Mud Island, Memphis Music Tour, Shopping at Beale ...more
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-522-9229
Bluff View Art District
"Within walking distance of downtown Chattanooga, Bluff View Art District is a creative haven that specializes in the visual, culinary and landscape arts. The historic neighborhood sits high atop a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River and offers visitors a one-of-a-kind experience.
While there, you can browse through River Gallery, which exhibits fine art and museum quality crafts from local, regional, ...more
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 800-725-8338
Boones Creek Potters Gallery
"For more than 30 years, this gallery has
showcased handcrafted pieces from over 400 local and regional artists. The
gift shop offers pottery, glass, metal and wood art, jewelry, paintings and ...more
City: Johnson City, TN
Phone: 423-753-0204
Bryan Fine Arts Center
"Home to the Tennessee Tech University Dept. of Music and Art and the Bryan Symphony. Two-hundred concerts and exhibitions by national and local artists ...more
City: Cookeville, TN
Phone: 931-525-2633
Bonnaroo Music and Art festival has been given the "Outstanding Greener Festival" award by agreenerfestival.com, "authority on all things green in the live music industry around the world."
The "Outstanding Greener Festival" is the highest accolade one can receive, and was awarded to Bonnaroo this year along with only six other festivals globally. Bonnaroo has, since inception, attempted to change the direction of the concert industry by implementing carbon-conscious practices and emphasizing the importance of minding waste and excess while still enjoying great music.
Dayton Strawberry Festival
Includes a children’s pageant, children’s area, entertainment, arts & crafts, food vendors and, of course ...more
City: Dayton, TN
Phone: 423-775-0361
Dates: May 11, 2007 - May 12, 2007
Dogwood Arts Festival
Walk along more than 60 miles of trails featuring some of the most spectacular dogwood trees of all kinds ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-637-4561
Dates: Apr 2, 2009 - May 29, 2009
Riverbend Festival
Six stages of world-class music, includes rock, classic, country, bluegrass, jazz, eclectic, R&B, and mor ...more
City: Chattanooga, TN
Phone: 423-756-2211
Dates: Jun 5, 2009 - Jun 13, 2009
20th Anniversary Kuumba Festival
Showcases local African American art and artists sharing, educating, and exposing rich cultural art forms ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-546-9705
Dates: Jun 25, 2009 - Jun 28, 2009
Grainger County Tomato Festival
Events include Civil War encampment, Arts & Cultural Exposition, tomato wars, 5K fun run, antique car sho ...more
City: Rutledge, TN
Phone: 865-828-4222
Dates: Jul 24, 2009 - Jul 26, 2009
Movies at the Bijou: Pretty in Pink & The Breakfast Club
Double feature at the historic Bijou. ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Jul 31, 2009 - Aug 1, 2009
Will Reagan & the United Pursuit Band at the Bijou
Will Reagan and the United Pursuit Band have touched thousands upon thousands rocking out their unorthodo ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Aug 6, 2009 - Aug 6, 2009
Movies at the Bijou: Princess Mononoke & Spirited Away
A double feature of award-winning animated films from Japan. ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Aug 7, 2009 - Aug 8, 2009
Adrian Belew Power Trio at the Bijou
Adrian Belew has played with some of rock's biggest names (Frank Zappa, David Bowie, the Talking Heads, K ...more
City: knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Aug 21, 2009 - Aug 21, 2009
The Wallflowers at the Bijou
Jakob Dylan and The Wallflowers are back again in fine form once more. ...more
City: knoxville, TN
Dates: Aug 29, 2009 - Aug 29, 2009
Jesse Winchester at the Bijou
Jesse Winchester gained prominence through his association with The Band's Robbie Robertson and Levon Hel ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 11, 2009 - Sep 11, 2009
Margaret Cho at the Bijou
Margaret Cho mixes a whip-smart delivery with loads of sass to entertain an increasingly diverse audience ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 15, 2009 - Sep 15, 2009
An Evening with Medeski, Martin & Wood at the Bijou
A group that effortlessly straddles the gap between avant-garde improvisation and accessible groove-based ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 16, 2009 - Sep 16, 2009
Yo La Tengo at the Bijou
One of indie rock's most adventurous and most beloved bands. ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 22, 2009 - Sep 22, 2009
Sunn O))) with Eagle Twin at the Bijou
Feedback and effects are as much a part of the sonic palette as is the absence of any discernible beat. T ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 24, 2009 - Sep 24, 2009
Indigo Girls with Alison Brown at the Bijou
Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, known to the world as the Indigo Girls, have been releasing fiery folk rock al ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 25, 2009 - Sep 25, 2009
Bellfield at the Bijou
Knoxville natives Bellfield are creating a unique breed of energetic alternative rock music. ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Sep 26, 2009 - Sep 26, 2009
30th Annual Tennessee Fall Homecoming
Fall Homecoming is one of the nation’s largest and most authentic music, craft, and folk festivals. More ...more
City: Norris, TN
Phone: 865-494-7680
Dates: Oct 8, 2009 - Oct 11, 2009
Carolina Chocolate Drops at the Bijou
The Carolina Chocolate Drops play stringband music in the rich tradition of fiddle and banjo music in Car ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Oct 11, 2009 - Oct 11, 2009
Andrew Bird with St. Vincent at the Bijou
"Bird could be the only performer who's lit up both Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo with a combination of vocal ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Oct 13, 2009 - Oct 13, 2009
An Evening with Marianne Faithfull
A long and distinguished career has seen Marianne Faithfull emerge as one of the most original female sin ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Oct 16, 2009 - Oct 16, 2009
Joe Bonamassa at the Bijou
Joe Bonamassa's reputation as one of the world's greatest guitar players is undeniable. ...more
City: Knoxville, TN
Phone: 865-522-0832
Dates: Oct 27, 2009 - Oct 27, 2009
Smoky Mountain Winterfest
Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville - The gateway towns to the Smokies turn into a winter wonderland wi ...more
City: Gatlinburg, TN
Phone: 800-568-4748
Dates: Nov 3, 2009 - Feb 28, 2010
14th Annual National Cornbread Festival
Live entertainment, juried arts & crafts, and food. This festival honors cornbread with the National Corn ...more
City: South Pittsburg, TN
Phone: 423-837-0022
Dates: Apr 24, 2010 - Apr 25, 2010
5K Run/25K Bike Race
The Humphreys County, Tennessee, Waverly Lions Club's main fundraising event, 17th Annual 5K Run / 25K Bi ...more
City: Waverly, TN
Phone: 931-622-2775
Dates: May 13, 2006 - May 13, 2006
Holiday Tours at the Hermitage - Home of President Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson always welcomed visitors to his home. Since The Hermitage opened as a museum in 1889 nearl ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-889-2941
Dates: Nov 28, 2008 - Jan 1, 2009
Tin Pan South
Celebrate songwriters and their craft at America’s largest music festival dedicated to them. ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 800-321-6008
Dates: Mar 31, 2009 - Apr 4, 2009
Awesome April
A musical tribute to the city that promises a major event each weekend. ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 800-657-6910
Dates: Apr 1, 2009 - Apr 1, 2009
Rivers & Spires Festival
Six stages with over 100 entertainers, Kidz Zone, arts & crafts, teen zone, and more. ...more
City: Clarksville, TN
Phone: 931-245-4344
Dates: Apr 16, 2009 - Apr 18, 2009
Bonnaroo Music Festival
Outdoor concert with world-class, twenty-four hour entertainment. Voted #1 music festival in the nation ...more
City: Manchester, TN
Phone: 931-728-7635
Dates: Jun 11, 2009 - Jun 14, 2009
CMA Music Festival
Each year “Country Music’s Biggest Party” continues to grow. The festival brings country fans and artists ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 800-CMA-FEST
Dates: Jun 11, 2009 - Jun 14, 2009
Jefferson Street Jazz & Blues Festival
Two days of great music, wonderful food, and plenty of fun for the family. Local jazz and blues musicians ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: (615) 726-5867
Dates: Jun 18, 2009 - Jun 29, 2009
Smithville's Fiddler's Jamboree & Crafts Festival
State and National Championships in 24 categories plus 7 categories for country music beginners, continuo ...more
City: Smithville, TN
Phone: 615-597-8500
Dates: Jul 3, 2009 - Jul 4, 2009
Americana Music Festival
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City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615.386.6936
Dates: Sep 16, 2009 - Sep 19, 2009
Music & Molasses Arts & Crafts Festival
Tons of fun! Three acres of activities, free wagon rides, making & tasting sorghum molasses, Bluegrass/Co ...more
City: Nashville, TN
Phone: 615-837-5197
Dates: Oct 17, 2009 - Oct 18, 2009
Memphis In May International Festival
Memphis hosts Chile as its 2009 honored country. Some of the events include the Beale Street Music Festiv ...more
City: Memphis, TN
Phone: 901-525-4611
Dates: May 1, 2009 - May 31, 2009
Reelfoot Arts & Crafts Festival
Features over 300 exhibitors including artists, potters, carvers, jewelry makers, music, delicious barbec ...more
City: Tiptonville, TN
Phone: 731-885-7295
Dates: Oct 2, 2009 - Oct 4, 2009
11th Annual Fall Folklore Jamboree
More than 120 traditional folk artists, musicians and exhibitors demonstrate skills in traditional crafts ...more
City: Milan, TN
Phone: 731-686-7362
Dates: Oct 17, 2009 - Oct 17, 2009
73rd Annual West Tennessee Strawberry Festival
One of the oldest festivals in the state. Events include a Berry Festive Afernoon, pet parade, recipe con ...more
City: Humboldt, TN
Phone: (731) 784-1842
Dates: May 2, 2010 - May 8, 2010
Tennessee Shines with Alecia Nugent, Doyle Lawson, Jay Clark, and Rob Ikes
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City: Knoxville, TN
Dates: Jul 29, 2009 - Jul 29, 2009
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