The Greatest of All Time (G.O.A.T.) Festival: A Celebration of the Arts will be a three-day festival held April 21-23 at the Kingsport Farmers Market. Expect to see more than 30 arts and crafts vendors from across the region at the event, along with art demonstrations, a sculpture competition, public art programs, live music and […]
Meet Ranger Rhonda in the Nature Center to do a little nature investigative work. Interact with native animal bones and skulls and learn what these items tell us about their owners. This is a drop-in program, so please stop by anytime between 12.00 pm and 1.30 pm and stay as long as you like.
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss star projector instrument. It’s 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 experience. You don’t want to miss […]
Experience the chilling sounds of the wolf call as our naturalists and/or volunteers talk about our pack and share interesting facts about socialization and behaviors. Meet at the wolf habitat. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $3 per person for non-members. Photo by Jay […]
SunWatch This free observing program is held by the dam and is offered every clear Saturday & Sunday, 3p-3:30p, March-October. Safely view the Sun in detail! Observe sunspots and more that reveal the Sun’s dynamic magnetic activity. It is weather-dependent. If it is too cloudy, the program will be canceled. This is a free event and […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
Join us for this free film screening Monday April 24th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Eastman Board Room, located within the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, 400 Clinchfield St. The film, produced by Knickerbocker productions, Inc., from New York City, was made for the State Department’s Voices of America Program. The Voices of America Program films […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
See the wolf pack enjoy a tasty meal. Meet at the Wolf Habitat. Free Program! Photo by Jay Huron
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
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.
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
Come out to Meadowview Convention Center on April 27th from 5:30 to 7:30 for Beer flight and Wing Night! You can enjoy live music, beer, and unlimited wings. No pre-registration is required! For more info, please call Meadowview Convention Center at (423) 578-6600
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.
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
Come out and enjoy the best food truck fare in the region at the Final Friday Food Truck Rally! Trucks will be parked on Cherokee St in parking lot 175 behind Bellefina Chocolates. April 28, 5PM-8PM Baked and Loaded Lil Delights Uptown Cheesesteak Nacho Average Food Truck Spanqui's Allen's Sweet Paradise Maybe Today Opie's Pizza […]
Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War […]
Cash Crop is back for another round! 9p-1a, $7 Cover, 21+ ONLY (VALID ID REQUIRED for entry). Cash Only, ATM Inside.
The Kingsport Farmers Market will open for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 29, with a healthy selection of vendors and a morning filled with kids’ activities, free carousel rides and live music. The market will be open on Saturdays through the end of November and on Wednesdays beginning May 3 through the end of […]
INTRODUCTION TO COLD WAX WITH JACQUI MURDAUGH Participants will learn how the mixture of beeswax, solvent, and resin help add body to their oil paint and increase its workability while speeding up the drying process. Cold wax can also be used as a varnish. A materials list will be provided upon required pre-registration at kingsportartguild.com. Registration is […]
PLEIN AIR BASICS AND BEYOND WITH RENEE PITTS Do you want to paint plein air but find it a bit frustrating to get started? Are you biting at the bit to join the large number of painters who have found such a rewarding way to paint but you’re a little unsure and it all seems […]
Join us for Spring Bark in the Park on Saturday, April 29 from 9:00 - 11:00! Dogs will receive treats, The Barking Lot swag, give aways and more. Bring your fur baby and enjoy a fun morning with us. Joining us will be Toadally Pets, Tractor Supply, Bark Avenue Grooming Co., Heavenly Cuts Dog Grooming […]
Come help Keep Kingsport Beautiful in their efforts to keep our community free of trash and debris! All necessary materials will be provided. Meet at 10 a.m. in the parking lot of the Lynn Garden Community Center. Thanks to AEP for sponsoring this clean up! For more info, email Sharon Hayes at shayes@kingsportchamber.org or call […]
Exchange Place's Spring Garden Fair will be held Saturday, April 29th, 2023, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and on Sunday, April 30th, 2023, from 12 - 5 p.m. at Exchange Place Living History Farm in Kingsport, TN. Admission at the gate is $5 for adults and free for children under 12. Thousands of plants […]
Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident snakes. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
See the wolf pack enjoy a tasty meal. Meet at the Wolf Habitat. Free Program! Photo by Jay Huron
Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War […]
“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss star projector instrument. It’s 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 experience. You don’t want to miss […]
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.
SunWatch This free observing program is held by the dam and is offered every clear Saturday & Sunday, 3p-3:30p, March-October. Safely view the Sun in detail! Observe sunspots and more that reveal the Sun’s dynamic magnetic activity. It is weather-dependent. If it is too cloudy, the program will be canceled. This is a free event and […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon. […]
Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War […]
A fun FREE family event is coming to V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex on Saturday, April 29 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM! CARDBOARD CRUISE IN Design your own cardboard vehicle with provided boxes and supplies. You may also bring your own art supplies, or even bring something you've already designed and decorated! FOUR SQUARE Competitive […]
StarWatch Night viewing (StarWatch) is held each Saturday in the months of March, April, October & November, starting at dusk at the observatories. If poor weather, an alternate live presentation will occur in the planetarium theater. If good weather, visitors will be able to see celestial objects like the Moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies and […]
Zak Saltz Band is back and ready to send April off with a bang!! 9p-1a, $7 Cover, 21+ ONLY (VALID ID REQUIRED for entry). Cash Only, ATM Inside.
A calendar has been created called the This is Kingsport events calendar which will serve as a non-public forum to provide citizens with information about social and organizational gatherings held within the city. The city will disseminate information to the public through this online calendar about social and organizational gatherings which are conducted or promoted by community partners with which the city currently has partnership agreements. Additionally, social or organizational gatherings held on city owned property to which the public at large is invited will be published on this calendar.
Each year the city enters into partnership agreements with multiple community partners some of whom in turn support the city by organizing events or promoting events of members and affiliates. By creating a common source for the dissemination of information about community events the city will be furthering its support of those community partners which in turn support the city. Moreover, the city wishes to and will benefit from highlighting gatherings which will be of benefit and enjoyment to the public.
Community partners may communicate their events or those which they promote to the city which will disseminate the information through the event calendar. Furthermore, the city of Kingsport will publish on the calendar those community events which are held on city property. In order to achieve the city’s goals only those events described herein will be published on the This is Kingsport event calendar which will be curated by city staff.