Christmas isn’t over yet! In the 18th century colonial Americans celebrated a holiday on January 6th called Old Christmas. Visit Fort Watauga to learn about the 12 days of Christmas and discover the European roots of our modern holiday celebrations. Contact the park for detailed schedule.
Sycamore Shoals is forever linked with the rich traditions and influence of the Native Cherokee. Join us for a day devoted to sharing Cherokee history and culture through traditional arts and historical presentations. Activities include traditional Cherokee dance, music, language, cooking demonstrations, and skills such as basketmaking, finger weaving, beadwork, and woodcarving. Contact the park […]
Each year, Carter County businesses, organizations, and community members come together to host a multitude of great events!
Peter’s Hollow Egg Fight • March
Spring Naturalists Rally • April
Carter Mansion Celebration • April
Stateline Drive-In Theater • April to September
Antique Car Show & Cruise In • April to October
Music & Miles Half Marathon • May
Roan Mountain Summer Concert Series • May to August
Roan Mountain Farmers Market • May to September
Liberty! The Saga of Sycamore Shoals • June
Roan Mountain Rhododendron Festival • June
Roan Groan Bike Race • June
Covered Bridge Jams • June to September
Elizabethton River Riders Baseball • June to September
Fourth of July Boat Parade • July
Xtreme Roan Adventures Youth Rally • July
Fall Naturalists Rally • September
Overmountain Victory Trail • March to September
Covered Bridge Celebration • September
Downtown Elizabethton’s Trick-or-Treat • October
Small Business Saturday • November
Skate by The Doe • November-January
Colonial Harvest Celebration • November
Elizabethton Christmas Tree Lighting • November
Roan Mountain Christmas Tree Lighting • December
Downtown Elizabethton Christmas Parade • December