Come enjoy a weekend full of outdoor discovery, with "mini-seminars" and guided hikes on a wide range of nature discovery topics, led by expert naturalists from across our region. Detailed Schedule of Events: FRIDAY, APRIL 12 6:30 PM ANIMAL TRACKING AND SIGNS - Our fellow creatures leave a variety of living stories. Learn to read tracks and […]
This special program is the first of a two-part series that includes short stories representing the perspective of different cultures or indigenous societies from around the globe. Each story features exceptional, unique art. In “To Seek Far,” we present “Thunderbird” and “Jai Singh’s Dream,” two stories highlighting the theme of developing tools—to seek far. THUNDERBIRD […]
“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 […]
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.
This special program is the first of a two-part series that includes short stories representing the perspective of different cultures or indigenous societies from around the globe. Each story features exceptional, unique art. In “To Seek Far,” we present “Thunderbird” and “Jai Singh’s Dream,” two stories highlighting the theme of developing tools—to seek far. THUNDERBIRD […]
Get ready to boot scootin’ boogie with Adrian Bundy & His Honky Tonk Hearts on Friday, April 20th! Adrian Bundy & His Honky Tonk Hearts are a two-steppin’ Texas dance hall style band led by strong vocals, a crying steel guitar, and a sharp fiddle. Grab your friends, your dancing shoes, and join us! Line […]
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 Bays Mountain Park. Meet […]
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.
This special program is the first of a two-part series that includes short stories representing the perspective of different cultures or indigenous societies from around the globe. Each story features exceptional, unique art. In “To Seek Far,” we present “Thunderbird” and “Jai Singh’s Dream,” two stories highlighting the theme of developing tools—to seek far. THUNDERBIRD […]
The maestro is back with all of your favorites and fun times. There's Salsa Dancing at 6pm and Jason starts at 8pm. Come celebrate the weekend and the Kingsport Arts Festival!
BrewHaHa will bring our own form of a comedy club to Kingsport, welcoming three national comedians for the audience to enjoy. With the popularity and huge response from the previous years and the publicity being planned for this year's affair, we anticipate this year's BrewHaHa to be even bigger and better. In addition to reveling […]
Tickets are now on sale for Kingsport Theatre Guild’s production of Into the Woods. You don’t want to miss this magical show! Summary: The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When […]
April 19th we'll kick off the festival with "Light up the Night," giant puppets, lanterns, art, and more Friday night we will gather at the Kingsport Farmers Market at 8:00 p.m. Projectors will be running from around 8:00 p.m. as well. We can't wait to see you! Then, join us April 20th 10-5 for a […]
And who doesn't enjoy a night out with Southbound? Y'all come hang out! 9p-1a, $7 Cover, 21+ ONLY (VALID ID REQUIRED for entry). Cash Only, Entry & Bar. ATM Inside.
Come join our city-wide cleanup effort! Meet at the Riverview Splash Pad at 9:00 am Trash bags, disposable gloves, trash grabbers, and safety vests will be provided. For more information, contact Sharon Hayes at shayes@kingsportchamber.org or call (423)-392-8814.
April 19th we'll kick off the festival with "Light up the Night," giant puppets, lanterns, art, and more Friday night we will gather at the Kingsport Farmers Market at 8:00 p.m. Projectors will be running from around 8:00 p.m. as well. We can't wait to see you! Then, join us April 20th 10-5 for a […]
This highly anticipated Glass Blowing workshop will be open for 12 students, during the KingsportARTS Festival! Secure your spot today: Description: Try your hand at Glassblowing during the Kingsport ARTS Festival. Glassblowing artist Ryan Gothrup of Mobile Glass Studios will offer a workshop on Saturday April 20th. All students will make a glass flower, and […]
This special program is the first of a two-part series that includes short stories representing the perspective of different cultures or indigenous societies from around the globe. Each story features exceptional, unique art. In “To Seek Far,” we present “Thunderbird” and “Jai Singh’s Dream,” two stories highlighting the theme of developing tools—to seek far. THUNDERBIRD […]
Take a Saturday afternoon stroll through #DowntownKingsport and enjoy a self-guided tour of six unique downtown residential properties, including multiple lofts and homes in the historic Sullivan and Shelby Street districts, with many featuring stunning outdoor living areas. This tour offers an exclusive inside look at downtown living. This is a self-guided tour, with ticket holders beginning […]
Tickets are now on sale for Kingsport Theatre Guild’s production of Into the Woods. You don’t want to miss this magical show! Summary: The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When […]
“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 […]
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.
This special program is the first of a two-part series that includes short stories representing the perspective of different cultures or indigenous societies from around the globe. Each story features exceptional, unique art. In “To Seek Far,” we present “Thunderbird” and “Jai Singh’s Dream,” two stories highlighting the theme of developing tools—to seek far. THUNDERBIRD […]
Tickets are now on sale for Kingsport Theatre Guild’s production of Into the Woods. You don’t want to miss this magical show! Summary: The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When […]
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 […]
Three Miles South is ready to give y'all a heck of a night out on the town this April! 9p-1a, $7 Cover, 21+ ONLY (VALID ID REQUIRED for entry). Cash Only, Entry & Bar. 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.