Hike-a-Thon

TennGreen Land Conservancy’s fourth annual Hike-a-Thon is taking place during the entire month of April 2024. The month-long fundraising and adventure competition supports the protection of Tennessee’s lands and waters and encourages people of all ages and abilities to get outside for the chance to win awesome prizes. While this event benefits Tennessee nature, participants […]

A Salute to Heroes (by the Little River)

Cades Cove Jeep Outpost 8205 Tennessee 73, Townsend, TN, United States

Visit Cades Cove Jeep Outpost for an Independence Day celebration by the water in the Smoky Mountains! Bring your Jeep, lawn chairs, blankets, and plan to spend the day at Cades Cove Jeep Outpost in Townsend, TN. You’re welcome to use the Little River at the back of the property to stay cool. 9:00 am: […]

Luau 2024 benefitting The Ronald McDonald House

Little River Campground 7261 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN, United States

ALOHA ! Join us for a Hawaiian Luau. The club is extremely excited for this years Luau! This will be a two day event! We have been striving towards more of a Luau feel and think we will have that this year. We will have a Whole Hog roast and an amazing musical line up! […]

Great Smoky Mountains Half & 5K

Talley Ho Inn 8314 State Hwy 73, Townsend, TN, United States

Join Vacation Races for a beautiful 5k or half marathon through gorgeous scenery! Escape to the "Peaceful Side of the Smokies" with a gorgeous course through the woods. You couldn't ask for a more beautiful destination! Expo and 5K are on September 6th, with the Half Marathon on the morning of September 7th. Pick your […]

Taste of Blount

A delightful event for food enthusiasts—sample the best of Blount County’s culinary scene. New for 2024 are a Premier Experience and a special appearance by celebrity guest chef Christian Gill. Gill, who will be a judge and emcee at the event, is no stranger to Southern cooking or food competitions. Inspired by the drop biscuits […]

Townsend 15k & 7k

Townsend Abbey 7765 River Rd, Townsend, United States

The 38th Annual Townsend 15k/7k is September 15! Join us for a rolling, fun course through the backroads of Townsend at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains! https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Townsend/Townsend15K

Dancing Bear’s 10th Annual Bike Bash

Bike Bash returns to Dancing Bear for its 10th Year! The 10th annual 2024 Bike Bash returns with the best event yet on Saturday September 21st and you’re invited! Riders will be capped at 250 (or less) so please register early as this ride WILL sell out! We will have three rides of 27, 38, […]

Townsend Fall Heritage Festival

Immerse yourself in live bluegrass, crafts, historical demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. The foothills of the Smoky Mountains come to life with Bluegrass music, arts and crafts, time honored traditions and Appalachian cooking at the Townsend in the Smokies Fall Festival, Sept. 27-28, 2024. The festival provides an atmosphere where family and friends of all ages […]

Blue Ribbon Country Fair

Join us for a fall celebration in the tradition of old-time county fairs with all-around family fun for the whole family. We will celebrate all that is good about an old-fashioned country fair with activities that include living history demonstrations of open hearth cooking, spinning, weaving, wood turning, blacksmithing and there will be livestock with […]

Railroad Days Heritage Festival

Step back in time and explore the rich history of the railroad in the Smokies. A full weekend of Historic Fun Trains Tractors & More, History Demonstrations, Craft Vendors, Music, Food & Fun

Very Scary 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Townsend Abbey 7765 River Rd, Townsend, United States

The Very Scary 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run will start from the Townsend Abbey (7765 River Rd, Townsend, TN 37882) and will feature the scariest swag in the history of Very Scary 5Ks! Race, run, walk, or zombie crawl 5K (that's 3.1 long miles if you're a zombie) and take home: ➡️ Glowsticks ➡️ […]

Christmas in the Village 2024

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend, TN, United States

Experience Smoky Mountain Traditions! Guests can celebrate the holiday season with family at the Heritage Center’s “Christmas in the Village” by stepping back in time to a pioneer celebration. Living history interpreters will welcome you as you venture through the holiday-adorned historic Appalachian village with handcrafting demonstrations allowing visitors to connect with the spirit and […]

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