TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — A First Responder Cookoff in Mountain City, a mountain music celebration in Johnson County and more are taking place this weekend throughout the Tri-Cities.
Below are events happening throughout the region from Friday, Aug. 29 to Sunday, Aug. 31.
Long Journey Home ‘Mountain Music’ Celebration
A festival featuring traditional music that became country music. A musical heritage tour, old-time gospel singing and more will take place throughout the weekend-long event.
Jackson Theatre 80th Anniversary
Live music and classical movie showings to celebrate the Jackson Theatre’s 80th anniversary.
Elk Mills/Poga VFD’s 2nd Annual First Responder Rib Cookoff
Live music, games, a silent auction, raffles and vendors will be offered. The event is open to the public. Proceeds go towards the rebuild of the Elk Mills-Poga VFD station that was lost during Hurricane Helene.
Graveyard Tales
Spooky stories of local legends, creepy creatures and lore.
- Saturday (The 5 p.m. show is for all ages, the 7 p.m. show is intended for ages 12 and up)
- McKinney Center, Jonesborough
- More information
Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival
Music festival honoring Dr. Joseph “Papa Joe” Smiddy featuring bluegrass music. Food and craft vendors will be on-site. Admission is free with $5 parking.
- Sunday, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Natural Tunnel State Park’s amphitheater (1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, Virginia)
- More information
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