Herpetarium Keeper Talk
2025-12-18 14:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

“Appalachian Skies”
2025-12-18 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-12-19 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-12-20 14:00 - 14:45 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and a pleasure to see. This live presentation is enhanced with additional content from our VELVET LED projectors for a wonderful, immersive experience. You don’t want to miss it!
Due to the live nature of the program, and the natural progression of the changing night sky throughout the seasons, each presentation will be unique! Learn what fascinating mythological constellations, from Ancient Greece and other cultures, will be easily visible. Marvel at their lore. Find out what planets are easily seen as well. Visitors will take this knowledge home and be able to locate these celestial sights for themselves.
Show length ~ 45 min.

“Big Astronomy”
2025-12-18 16:00 - 16:45, 2025-12-19 16:00 - 16:45, 2025-12-20 12:00 - 12:45, 2025-12-20 16:00 - 16:45 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
This exciting, new planetarium program transports viewers to Chile where the dark skies and dry, remote setting create ideal conditions for observing the Universe. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Against a backdrop of breathtaking visuals and a hypnotic soundtrack, Big Astronomy introduces the diverse people who push the limits of technology, enable scientific discovery and expand what we know about the Universe using state-of-the-art telescopes. Along the way, you’ll meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running.
Show length ~26 min.
This program will feature a unique look at the night sky from south of the equator utilizing our Zeiss ZKP4 star projector.

Twilight Rides @ The Kingsport Carousel
2025-12-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Kingsport Carousel, 350 Clinchfield Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Ride the Kingsport Carousel at night! Enjoy the lights of the carousel while taking a ride on your favorite animal.December 4, 11 and 18. 5pm-7pm. $1 per ride. We look forward to seeing you there.

Holiday Planetarium Yoga
2025-12-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Join us for a truly immersive yoga class at Bays Mountain. This class will be given inside Bays Mountain’s one of a kind planetarium theater that has no equal. From dawn to dusk, the planetarium will feature a Sun and Moon that simulates a day’s journey while we do Sun Salutations, Warrior series and balance poses. Concentric, eccentric and isometric contractions will be featured so that students can work to optimize both their strength and balance. Finally, we conclude with a twilight to starry night sky for the restorative portion of the yoga class. All levels are welcome as modifications will be offered. The cost is $12.00 a person and class size is limited, so please sign up soon. Please also wear exercise clothing, bring your own mat and water that is contained and has a sealing lid/cap (drinks that can spill are not allowed).
This class will feature a holiday music playlist!
BMP Members receive a 10% discount for this program.
The planetarium theater door will open ~10 minutes prior to start.
Maximum class size: 9 people

Fox Keeper Talk
2025-12-19 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-12-20 13:00 - 13:30 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Christmas at The Carousel
2025-12-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Kingsport Carousel, 350 Clinchfield Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Celebrate Christmas at Kingsport’s iconic downtown carousel and enjoy Christmas crafts (while supplies last), Reindeer Games in the park and visits with Santa Claus!Plus, free carousel rides from 1pm-3pm – watch the snow fall in Carousel Park while you ride your favorite carousel animal!There will even be picture ops with vintage fire truck ‘Red Annie,’ the second fire truck for city of Kingsport as well as other emergency vehicles!Snack food vendors will be there with Seasonal flavored popcorn, cotton candy and holiday beverages

Watershed Keeper Talk
2025-12-19 14:00 - 14:30 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about the park’s freshwater life and how our handlers take care of them. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Laser Holidays
2025-12-19 17:30 - 18:10, 2025-12-19 18:30 - 19:10 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
This popular program features a mix of everyone’s favorite holiday music, from the classical to the modern, all set to fantastic laser artwork. And since the show is designed to be a cheery and merry family experience, it is appropriate for all ages. Laser Holidays is a fun affair for everyone and gives new meaning to the term “holiday lights” – holiday LASER lights!
Showtimes: December 12, 13, 19, 20, 22 and 23 @ 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: $12 per adult | $7 for children 12 and under

Washington Elementary Chorus performs at Centennial Park
2025-12-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Centennial Park, 245 E Main St, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States

Christmas Show - Appalachian Express Chorus
2025-12-19 19:00 | Kingsport First Assembly of God, 2213 Brandon Ln, Kingsport, TN, 37660
Join the Appalachian Express Chorus on December 19 at 7pm for a free Christmas Concert at the Kingsport First Assembly of God. For questions, please contact Ken Olander at Ken.olander@yahoo.com.

Laser Zeppelin
2025-12-19 19:30 - 20:30 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Led Zeppelin is proclaimed by many critics to be the progenitors of heavy metal and hard rock, and their individualistic style reset the standards for many musical genres in the 1960s and ‘70s. Indeed, they have been hailed as one of the most successful, innovative and influential bands, alongside Pink Floyd, U2 and the Beatles. Now you can relive the magical sounds of Led Zeppelin while enjoying a visual treat of custom laser imagery.
Showtimes: December 12 & 20 @ 7:30 p.m. December 13 & 19 @ 9:00 p.m.
Tickets: $15 per adult | $10 for children 12 and under

Laser U2
2025-12-19 19:30 - 20:30 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium is proud to present an entertainment laser show featuring one of the greatest bands of the last four decades. This musical concert features U2’s timeless classics and modern hits set against a backdrop of the latest laser art. Your eyes and ears will be your guides into an immerse journey through this British band’s rise and success!
Showtimes: December 12 & 20 @ 9 p.m. December 13 & 19 @ 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $15 per adult | $10 for children 12 and under

Jason Lloyd @ The Reserve
2025-12-19 20:00 - 22:00 | The Reserve, 201 East Center Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
The maest.ro is in the house. Join us for a holiday event with Jason Lloyd @ The Reserve

Dan Herrell & Ink @ Kingsport Moose
2025-12-19 20:00 - 23:30 | Kingsport Moose Lodge #972, 1213 Stewball Circle, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
INK Is A High Energy Rockin Band. Driven New Country, Retro Country, Rock, 70 & 80’s Classics, Rock & Top 40. We strive to do all of your favorites!! Book your next event 423-354-8327

The Color 7 @ CJs Sports Bar
2025-12-19 21:00 - 23:30 | CJ’s Sports Bar, 516 Morelock Street, Kingsport, TN, 37660
The Color 7 boys are back and ready to rock!
9p-1a, $7 Cover, 21+

The Polar Express at NCG Cinemas at Fort Henry Mall
2025-12-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Fort Henry Mall, 2101 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport, TN, 37664, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 20th, at 10:00 AM for a magical holiday experience hosted by the Kingsport Public Library at the NCG Cinema in the Fort Henry Mall. We’ll be showing the classic holiday movie The Polar Express, followed by a special story time and fun craft activity to get everyone in the festive spirit. This event is completely FREE, but registration is required as space is limited to just 125 attendees. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable morning of family fun – be sure to reserve your spot today!
Register here!

Christmas Market
2025-12-20 11:00 - 19:00 | Kingsport Farmers Market, 308 Clinchfield St, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Get into the holiday spirit and shop small! A festive market full of Handcrafted gifts, Boutiques , Permanent jewelry, Seasonal treats, Face Painting, Food trucks, Ben the Illusionist and so much more.

Pre-scheduled and onsite Photos with Santa 11-6 with Guest Appearance from The Grinch

Interested in becoming a vendor?
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Gellyball Grump Hunt
2025-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 | GellyBall of East TN, Broad Street 252, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Don’t let the Grumps steal Christmas!
Blast them away in The Arena @ Kingsport GellyBall of East TN. No mess. No pain.

This Event is for 3 & up anytime between 1 & 4PM.
Adults love it too!

Walk-in’s only.

Holiday Enrichment Day
2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Celebrate the season with our Holiday Enrichment on December 20. Enjoy watching our animal ambassadors receive special themed enrichment activities and learn how keepers design safe, stimulating experiences for each species. Included with park admission. We will start at the Wolf Habitat at 2 p.m.

Wolf Keeper Talk
2025-12-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident wolves. Free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Bobcat Keeper Talk
2025-12-20 16:00 - 16:30 | Bays Mountain Park, 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
