In Tennessee, people are all about the craft fairs and unique festivals throughout the year. All around middle Tennessee alone, the great state hosts festivals such as the Moon Pie festival and Goat festival. County fairs are huge hits with the largest fair in Tennessee being the Wilson County fair that includes tractor pulls great country music by well known artists, many wonderful booths, and all the rides you can stomach in one fun filled day. The goat festival in Lewisburg, TN features great music including artist Lori Morgan who will be performing this year. Tennessee is known for country music, but definitely enjoyed for its festivals, fairs, and other outing extravaganzas. Below is a list of all the upcoming events throughout the rest of this year. Everyone should consider coming out to a few and having a great family friendly time.
Music City Festival & BBQ August 26 -August 27, 2011
Nashville, Tennessee –
Estimated attendees-30000
Hooray for Harriman September 05, 2011
Harriman, Tennessee –
A weekend of fun including arts, crafts, food & business vendors, Kid’s Fair, live music & more!
Estimated attendees-15000
Ed Fest September 16 -September 17, 2011
Tellico Plains, Tennessee –
Bring your family for a weekend filled with games, music, food and fun for everyone.
Estimated attendees-10000
Heritage Festival September 23 -September 24, 2011 l
Townsend, Tennessee –
The annual festival showcases traditional East Tennessee mountain culture including Appalachian artisans and demonstrations.
Estimated attendees-12000
Southern Fried Festival September 23 -September 24, 2011
Columbia, Tennessee –
Three music stages, Kid Zone, Arts & crafts, Cooking Challenge, all types of vendors, Zing hopper Kids performance & more.
Estimated attendees-10000
Fall Festival and Craft Fair September 24, 2011
Thompsons Station, Tennessee –
Festival features Arts and Crafts, Live entertainment and music, variety of foods. Vendors
Estimated attendees-3500
Fall Festival September 24, 2011 l
Rockwood, Tennessee –
Art & Crafts, Great Food, Live Music, Fun for the entire family!
Estimated attendees-8000
National Banana Pudding Festival October 01, 2011
Centerville, Tennessee –
Ultimate Southern comfort food, National Banana Pudding Cook Off, 2 Entertainment Stages, Arts &Crafts, Fun kid’s activities
Estimated attendees-6500
Country Fair October 01, 2011
Kingston, Tennessee –
Crafters, Car Shows, Music-4-H & Youth activities-Baking, Quilting & Food Competitions-tours & reenactment
Estimated attendees-5000
Union County Heritage Festival October 01, 2011
Maynardville, Tennessee –
7th annual, Free Admission. Live Gospel, Bluegrass & Country music. Arts & Crafts. Quilt Show
Estimated attendees-1500 865-679-1071
Harvest Street Festival October 01 -October 02, 2011
Newport, Tennessee –
This free 2 day 25th annual event includes local & regional arts & crafts, entertainment, kiddie land and much much more
Estimated attendees-12000
Oktoberfest October 07 -October 08, 2011
Crossville, Tennessee –
Annual Oktoberfest at Knights of Columbus Activity Park, German/Polka music from 3 Bands, Great German Food
Estimated attendees-1900
October in Orlinda October 08, 2011
Orlinda, Tennessee –
Car Show, Beauty Pageant, Live Music, Free Inflatables for the Kids, Vendors and lots of food.
Estimated attendees-1000
Fall Festival October 14 -October 16, 2011
Cosby, Tennessee –
Arts & Crafts, Car Show, Music, Beauty Pageant, Dog Show, Antique Tractors, Pony Rides, Moonshine Still Museum, Kid Games, Food
Estimated attendees-3500
Oktoberfest October 21 -October 23, 2011
Sevierville, Tennessee –
Estimated attendees-10000
Oktoberfest October 22, 2011
Elizabethton, Tennessee –
Fall festival live music, arts/crafts, antiques, kids activities and contests.
Estimated attendees-4000