Events

in carter county

Spring Naturalist’s Rally

Roan Mountain State Park 1015 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, Tennessee

This will be the 65th year that naturalists and those that love nature have been gathering at Roan Mountain for the Roan Mountain Spring Naturalists Rally. This spring ’s rally is set to be one of the finest with evening speakers Marci Spencer and Sharon Mammoser, lunchtime activities, a lunchtime program by Sharon Mammoser, a […]

Music & Miles Half Marathon

The 4th annual Music & Miles Half Marathon returns May 11th! Enjoy live music throughout the course and start and finish at the covered bridge in Downtown Elizabethton. Visit thegoosechase.org/musicandmiles for more information and to register. Date : Saturday, May 11, 2024 Location : Elizabethton, TN (start/finish 3rd St) Time : 7:30 a.m. Packet Pickup […]

Muster At Fort Watauga

Sycamore Shoals State Park 1651 W Elk Ave, Elizabethton, TN

Experience the story of Sycamore Shoals at the largest 18th century living history event in the state! Join over 200 living history demonstrators, re-enactors, and heritage interpreters as they bring the 18th century frontier to life. Visit the military encampment, native camp and Fort Watauga, shop with period vendors, enjoy Revolutionary War era tactical demonstrations […]

Carter County Omnium

The Carter County Omnium will be June 1-2, 2024. It continues the three-race event in East Tennessee since 2006 with cash prizes of $10,000+. This points stage race combines a major climbing road race with a short time trial and a criterium (closed circuit race). For participants, it has honed their form so the next […]

Tweetsie Trail Jams – The Rocket Man Show

The City of Elizabethton, Tennessee is proud to welcome the Rocket Man Show (Elton John Tribute). Scotsman Rus Anderson is Elton John's official double for his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" world tour media campaign. Hand-picked by Elton John, Rus recreates the magic and live persona of a young Elton John like no other. The Rocket […]

Covered Bridge Jams – Bluegrass Jamboree

Covered Bridge Park 705 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN, United States

The Covered Bridge Jam's Bluegrass Jamboree will feature some of the genre's most popular artists. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us for a full day of bluegrass music at Covered Bridge Park. This event is free of charge. Food trucks will be available for food and snacks purchases. Schedule Stemwinder 12:00pm Hollow […]

77th Roan Mountain Rhododendron Festival

Roan Mountain State Park 1015 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, Tennessee

June 1947 saw the first of the Rhododendron Festivals, conceived and carried out by the Roan Mountain Citizens Club as a two-day celebration to memorialize and perpetuate the most gorgeous display of natural beauty on the North American continent. This festival has continued uninterrupted for over sixty years. The festival is held annually in June. […]

Covered Bridge Jams – The Lauren Cole Band

Covered Bridge Park 705 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN, United States

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us for free concerts in the park every Saturday through August at Covered Bridge Park. Food trucks will be available for food and snacks for purchase.

Covered Bridge Jams – Dan Herrell and The Troubadours

Covered Bridge Park 705 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN, United States

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us for free concerts in the park every Saturday through August at Covered Bridge Park. Food trucks will be available for food and snacks for purchase.

Independence Day Celebration

Covered Bridge Park 705 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN, United States

Join us for a full afternoon of fun and an evening of music and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day! Food trucks will be available all day. A full breakdown of the event is as follows: 4 P.M.- Patriotic Pedal at Covered Bridge Park. Decorate your bike, strollers, wagons, scooters, or any other non-motorized vehicle and […]

First Friday – Adventure Vibes

Downtown Elizabethton Elizabethton, TN

Join us for this fun summer series and experience the streets of Downtown Elizabethton come alive for First Friday This month's First Friday is sponsored by Eastman Credit Union! 🎉 July 5th is dedicated to the outdoors and getting active with Adventure Vibes! ⛰️ Pick-up a BINGO card each month at any Zone or participating […]

Firefly 5K Run/Walk

Covered Bridge Park 705 3rd St, Elizabethton, TN, United States

Main Street Elizabethton invites you to participate in the fourth annual Firefly 5K Run/Walk on Friday, July 5 at 8 PM! Run or walk throughout Downtown Elizabethton on the July First Friday's Adventure Vibes to support downtown revitalization. The streets will be filled with Music, Shopping, Dining, and Fun! The race starts and finishes by […]

seasonal Events

Each year, Carter County businesses, organizations, and community members come together to host a multitude of great events!

SPRING

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

SUMMER

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 & WINTER

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