Arrington Vineyards kicks off the holiday weekend with Bullbourne Bison Smashburgers and Pie Town Tacos food trucks, plus live music from an acoustic songwriter on the hillside, covers and originals from Johnson Jay, and bluegrass at the barn from Howlin’ Brothers. Bring a blanket, grab a glass of estate wine, and settle in on the […]

Food Truck Friday at Arrington Vineyards. Local food trucks pair with estate wines on the lawn. 4:30–8:30 PM every Friday.

Arrington Vineyards opens the Barn side of the property for Fourth of July weekend with live Bluegrass by the Howlin’ Brothers starting at 4:30 PM. Food trucks Hoss’ Loaded Burgers and Pie Town Tacos are on site. Pair patriotic vibes with a glass of Tennessee wine under the holiday sky.

Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend at Half Batch Brewing’s Backyard Party! Set in Hendersonville’s Memorial Park, this outdoor brewery bash brings cold craft beers, good vibes, and a festive summer atmosphere perfect for kicking off the holiday weekend. Grab your crew, stake out a spot on the grass, and enjoy local brews in an […]

Friday Wings Night at Sequoyah Marina on Norris Lake. Load up on wings, cold drinks, and lake breeze — then stay for the sunset. 5–9 PM.

Pigeon Forge doubles down for America’s 250th birthday with a two-night Patriot Festival at Patriot Park, July 3–4. Craig Morgan headlines July 3rd, Carly Pearce headlines July 4th, with 30+ local acts, food trucks, kids’ activities, and one of the region’s biggest fireworks displays launching at 9:50pm on July 4th. Free and open to the […]

Grab a seat at The Tomato Head in Market Square for a laid-back evening of vinyl records spun by Captain Ed. Good food, a relaxed downtown crowd, and records from 6 to 8:30 make this an easy way to kick off the weekend without the club-scene noise.

Gatlinburg kicks off Independence Day before anywhere else in the country — literally. The parade steps off at 12:01am July 4th, making it the first Fourth of July parade in the nation. Floats, marching bands, giant balloons, and military tributes roll through downtown Gatlinburg from Baskins Creek Bypass to Traffic Light #10. Show up a […]

Weekly outdoor farmers market with local produce, crafts, and food vendors at 1222 E Parkway in Gatlinburg.

Celebrate Independence Day the right way — on the water at Sugar Hollow Marina! Live music all day and fireworks at dark. Pack the cooler, fire up the grill, and enjoy Norris Lake at its most patriotic. Red, White & Blue Waters weekend (July 2–5).

Lone Mountain Marina goes all out for the 4th with their signature fireworks show plus live music on Norris Lake. Spend the day swimming and tubing, then stay for the most patriotic fireworks display on the lake. Peak lake life in East Tennessee.

Shanghai Resort on Norris Lake goes red, white, and blue for their annual Patriot Party! Patriotic cocktails, themed decorations, and a full day of lake fun. One of the most festive 4th of July parties on Norris Lake. Come by boat or by land.