“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

It's getting toasty in here! Raku firing is such a cool process, learn more and even have your own work fired! The Clay Gurus will be offering multiple workshops over the coming weeks, with the first coming up THIS SUNDAY, March 17th. There are two sections for beginners handbuilding on each date, 12-2 pm or […]

You're invited to the annual Easter Egg Rolling at Allandale Mansion! This FREE event is for ages 10 and under, and is being done in partnership with The Assembly at Kingsport. The Mansion is not open for tours during Easter Egg Rolling. Please preregister, so we can anticipate attendance numbers, using your CivicRec account at https://bit.ly/48OD9y0

“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 […]

It's getting toasty in here! Raku firing is such a cool process, learn more and even have your own work fired! The Clay Gurus will be offering multiple workshops over the coming weeks, with the first coming up THIS SUNDAY, March 17th. There are two sections for beginners handbuilding on each date, 12-2 pm or […]

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 […]

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.

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

Hear the chilling chorus of the wolf pack. Free program. Photo by Jay Huron

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

In the Great Depression, out of work musicians would build musical instruments out of whatever materials they could scrounge. They quickly learned that these cedar boxes yielded very high quality notes and therefore routinely used them for crafting instruments. The box itself will be an antique cigar box from the 1930s (approx) made of Western […]

Explore the fantastical display of color from our native wildflowers and natural waterfalls. On these Ranger-led tours, you will be guided through the natural world of our Northeast Tennessee forests. Come enjoy the bright colors of spring with us! On this short walk, you will learn about the native wildflowers at the historic Exchange Place. […]

See the wolf pack enjoy a tasty meal. Meet at the Wolf Habitat. Free Program! Photo by Jay Huron

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

Kingsport Public Library and Keep Kingsport Beautiful invite you to join us for a free seminar series every Thursday at 12:00 noon in March March 7th: "Germination Techniques" Presented by Joseph Gorman March 14th: "Spring Planting and Succession" Presented by Earl Hockin March 21st: "Earth-friendly Gardening" Presented by Joy Moore March 28th: "Creating a Four-Season […]

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.

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

Kingsport, are you ready for the night of the Era? We are hosting a Taylor Swift Musical Bingo Event Thursday March 28th. Join us for Friendship bracelet making, Photo Booth, specialty Eras Seltzers, and 3 rounds of TS musical bingo (free to play, prizes for winners) The event starts at 5, first round of bingo […]

There's live country music tonight in Downtown Kingsport with one of the finest around. Enjoy the best drinks and conversations in town.

Little Black Mountain Band is back at it again at CJ's this March! Come out for a calm but fun night to start your weekend off right! 8p-11p, $7 Cover, 21+ ONLY (VALID ID REQUIRED for entry). Cash Only, Entry & Bar. ATM Inside.

Join us for a hike down the Dolan Branch Trail and experience the beauty of 20′ Dolan Branch Falls. Along the way, we will encounter countless smaller cascades and learn about the important history Bays Mountain played in the founding of Kingsport. We will make stops at the abandoned Bays Mountain Filter Plan and old […]

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.

“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 […]

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

Enjoy live music by Trevor Meade!

After losing our beloved Brian Woods unexpectedly on Sunday, February 18th, CJ's and Lawless Band are teaming up to throw a benefit for his family to help raise money for his last expenses such as the last half of his funeral payment and anything else he may have! So this April, we hope to see […]

Come out and celebrate the coming of warmer weather as Well Dogs open up the outdoor music season at High Voltage. Expect good times, good food, cold beverages, great people, and of course, that Well Dogs rock 'n roll that you've been missing. We love this venue and it shows, so be there ready to […]

The Kingsport Aquatic Center is hosting its second annual Easter Eggstravaganza later this month and it promises to be an even bigger and better event than last year. Easter Eggstravaganza will take place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on March 30. To celebrate the holiday, more than 1,000 Easter eggs will be spread around […]

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

See the wolf pack enjoy a tasty meal. Meet at the Wolf Habitat. Free Program! Photo by Jay Huron

“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 […]

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 […]

“Totality” is a fascinating look at all the wonders of eclipses, especially total solar eclipses. An eclipse is described simply as when one celestial object blocks another from our view. This program, produced by Bays Mountain Planetarium, examines what eclipses are, how and when they occur, and what wonderful sights they create. We also look […]

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.

Enjoy live music at Gypsy Circus by Banjo Barb-Bee and the Buzz!

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 […]

And to send March out, truly in CJ's style, we'll end the month with welcoming back the new and improved Acoustifried! They are back and better than they have ever been, and we could not be more excited to welcome J.R. and his crew back in for the first time in 2024. 9p-1a, $7 Cover, […]

Round 2 - Karaoke Competition Dates to qualify: 3/9, 3/30, 4/27, 5/18, 6/1, 6/15, 7/6. Each qualification date - 2 people will be selected. Others dates may come up - please keep and eye on our FB/IG. Selectees get a Gold Ticket for the 2 semi-final rounds (7/27 and 8/10). Semi-finals/Finals - 7/27, 8/10, 8/17 […]