Festivals in Tennessee; November calendar

November 1
The Americana Folk Festival
Burns, Tennessee
A celebration of roots music and folk art nestled within Montgomery Bell State Park.
931-721-6738

November 1
East Tennessee Chili Cook-off
Knoxville, Tennessee
30 teams compete for the best chili in town! 4 southen rocks bands to play.
865-521-0000

November 21-23
Christmas In The Country
Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
29th Annual Christmas In The Country
931-762-4911

November 22
Ed Fest Toy Drive
Madisonville, Tennessee
Ed Fest Toy Drive In Conjuction with Madisonville Police Dept.,
6 Live Bands
423-420-0619

Artists Collect: The Red Grooms and Lysiane Luong Private Collection at Cheekwood

Some of Red Grooms work





Internationally recognized artist and Nashville-native Red Grooms was made famous for his riotous paintings and installations depicting urban life. Over the years these two artists have amassed an incredible collection that reveals their lifelong passion for the arts and their personal connections to an international art world.

On display October 11, 2008 - January 4, 2009

Learn more about this fascinating exhibit at the Cheekwood website.

Super Fall Foliage Excursion Trains

Take in the beauty of Tennessee when you take a ride on a Fall Excursion Train. Get more info and the schedule at the Tennessee Central Railway Museum website.

Blue Heron Fall Foliage Cruise

90 minutes

October through November

7 days a Week

Heaters, blankets, cocoa & coffee on board!

$10 adults

$8 ages 2-12

Visit the Blue Heron website for more information and reservations or call 615-385-7007.

I made it into the Knoxville News Sentinel

Story written by Linda Lange

The green space also functions as a quiet oasis from fast-paced downtown. People spend their lunch hour at picnic tables or admire sculptures sprinkled across the tiered grassy hill. Tourists glimpse into earlier times when they visit Fort Nashborough, a replication of 18th century log cabins. "People really do enjoy the ambience of the river. From the Shelby Street Bridge, they have the best view of the Nashville skyline," says Corey Webb, owner of the Nashville Experience, a company offering walking tours. (615-400-0966, www.webbspunideas.com)

Read the entire article in the Knoxville News Sentinel.

Tennessee Festivals in September

September 12 -October 31, 2008
Maple Lane Farms Corn Maze
Greenback, Tennessee
One of the largest corn mazes in the SE. Handmade jams & jellies, hayrides, campfires.
Estimated attendees-55000
865-856-3517

September 13 -September 14, 2008
7th Annual KOA Harvest Festival
Tellico Plains, Tennessee
7th Annual KOA Harvest Festival. Free Admission to public! Crafts, Food, Fun!!
Estimated attendees-400
865-966-4878

September 13, 2008
Mountain States Dragon Boat Festival
Johnson City, Tennessee
Large, family oriented Dragon Boat Festival
Estimated attendees-9000
423-952-3114

September 20, 2008
Festival by the Lake
Hendersonville, Tennessee
Live Music, Arts/Crafts, Climbing Wall, Kids Zone, Green Zone, Sports Zone, Food/Vendor Booths
Estimated attendees-5000
615-264-7252

September 26 -September 27, 2008
Middle TN Antique Engine & Tractor
Cookeville, Tennessee
Antique tractors, equipment, gas engines, trucks display. Antique tractor pull & kiddie pull. Herding demonstration
Estimated attendees-2500
931-526-2474

September 27, 2008
Bluegrass Festival
Farragut, Tennessee
Bluegrass Festival is family-oriented event inlcudes championship barbeque and Arts & Crafts vendors.Estimated attendees-2000 865-966-9040

September 27, 2008
Southern Music and Arts Festival
Columbia, Tennessee
Entertainment Festival, Great Food and Fun For The Kids!
Estimated attendees-1000
931-398-0511

Model Railroads in the Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel

Driving to Chattanooga

Tennessee Festivals in July

July 3-6
Libertyfest
Lawrenceburg, Tennessee
Activities and attractions:
Inflatable Toys; Water Slide; Contests; Fireworks Display; Baseball Game; Music; Food

July 4
Franklin on the Fourth
Franklin, Tennessee
12th Year in Historic Downtown Franklin, Kids Area, Fireworks, Food, Crafters and more.

July 4-5
Fiddlers' Jamboree and Craft Show
Smithville, Tennessee
Old time music competion and Craft show combined. Handmade crafts made by the crafter.

July 5
Rockin' the Docks
Lenoir City, Tennessee
Live bands, food, fireworks, children's play area, all on the banks of beautiful Fort Loudoun Lake

July 26
FOL Cardboard Boat Race Festival
Jefferson City, Tennessee
Benefit Cardboard Boat Race