On-going
- Amazin' Acres of Fun -
(Monday thru Thursday by appointment)
Bringing some of the top names in bluegrass to Sparta's Liberty Square every 3rd Friday at 7 p.m., May - September. In case of rain the event is held at the Sparta Civic Center, 514 E. Bockman Way. Free and family friendly.
For more information contact Ed Baker at 931.738.8604- Bluegrass music in a cave! Bluegrass Underground can be seen live 333 feet underground in the Volcano Room at Cumberland caverns, in McMinnville, TN. $15 per person
www.bluegrassunderground.com
- Cumberland County Playhouse
Summer Season at Fall Creek Falls State Park
Weekly & Special Events & Summer Concerts
Softball, nature hikes, cave trips, canoe floats, campfires, horseback riding, and bluegrass music are just some of the events that mark our summer season. Interpretive and recreational events are scheduled seven days a week Memorial Day through Labor Day. - Farmer's Market - Warren County McMinnville
Fridays, Saturdays & Wednesdays,
Offers a wide selection of baked and processed vegetables and fruits as well as in season local fruit and vegetables. Large selection of ornamentals including potted trees from McMinnille the nursery capital of the world.
Located under the Water Tower, downtown, south of Main Street, McMinnville
Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday,
Metcalf Park, 117 S. Main Street, Sparta
Phone: 931.836.3348- Main Stree Live -
Enjoy live music every Friday night
during the summer months
- The last Saturday of each month. Located at 491 Allen Burgess Rd, Crossville, TN - Call for information and to check dates
931.788.2751
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Sparta "Good Time" Cruisers celebrate the classics, past and present, at the
car show on Liberty Square from 5-8:30 p.m., every 3rd Saturday April- September. You are invited to “just show up” to show your car or to just enjoy the exhibit. If you are a car lover this is a great place to salute past good times. For more information, contact Junior Jones @ 931.212.7658, Bill or Kathy Saylors @ 931.761.8687 or visit
www.sparta-chamber.net
On Liberty Square every 3rd Friday @ 7pm May- October FREE to the public. Contact Ed Baker 931.738.8604 for more information.
February 2012
On this weekend, Jim and Nancy Phillips will guide you through the basics of basket making in Fall Creek Falls State Park. There is a fee for this event and registration is required. For more information, contact the Fall Creek Falls State Park Nature Center at 423.881.5708.
March 2012
This is a 15km run traversing one of the most beautiful areas in the eastern United States in and around Fall Creek Falls State Park. Entry forms are available at here.
Fall Creek Falls will offer both easy jaunts and strenuous hikes to look at some of the area’s beautiful waterfalls. Please call the Fall Creek Falls State Park Nature Center at 423.881.5708 for more details.
April 2012
Join park staff and/or volunteers in the Fall Creek Falls State Park Village Area for an Easter egg hunt on Saturday. A morning sunrise service will be offered at Millikan’s Overlook on Sunday morning.
This is a very special weekend! Fall Creek Falls State Park will offer an exploration adventure to see many early spring wildflowers and breathtaking views. A variety of hikes, workshops, driving tours, and slideshows will be offered.
Fall Creek Falls State Park programs are entry level to professional level. Professional and amateur astronomers will be giving presentations. Dark sky field viewing will be Friday and Saturday night with alternate bad weather programs. There will be no registration fee. For more information, contact Allen Ball or Lloyd Watkins, or visit Cumberland Astronomical Society.
May 2012
Softball, nature hikes, canoe floats, campfires, horseback riding and bluegrass music are just some of the events that mark the summer season in Fall Creek Falls State Park. Interpretive and recreational events are scheduled by the park seven days a week.
June 2012
First comes instruction in basic knots, harnesses, and techniques, and then you will meet some of the milder bluffs and boulders in Fall Creek Falls State Park. For more information regarding fees, registration and fall workshops, email Ray Cutcher.
Join park staff and/or volunteers at the Fall Creek Falls Inn for discussions regarding constellations, lunar lore, and our brightest star, the Sun. Telescope viewing will also be offered, weather permitting. For more information, email Lloyd Watkins, or visit Cumberland Astronomical Society.
July 2012
Dress up your car, your bike, or yourself for our traditional parade in Fall Creek Falls State Park, which ends in Campground A. After watermelon and cake, they will move to the field for events such a sack race, the egg toss, tug-o-war and other family favorites.
Join park staff and/or volunteers at the Fall Creek Falls Inn for discussions regarding constellations, lunar lore, and our brightest star, the Sun. Telescope viewing will also be offered, weather permitting. For more information, email Lloyd Watkins, or visit Cumberland Astronomical Society.
August 2012
Join park staff and/or volunteers at the Fall Creek Falls Inn for discussions regarding constellations, lunar lore, and our brightest star, the Sun. Telescope viewing will also be offered, weather permitting. For more information, email Lloyd Watkins, or visit Cumberland Astronomical Society.
Push your limits in a 1.5km swim followed by a 40km bike ride and a 10km run. There will be a 10k on Saturday morning as well! All in Fall Creek Falls State park. For more information on this event contact Kevin Mahan by email at or call 865.988.3906. Be sure to ask what other races will be offered throughout the year!
September 2012
This weekend’s jam-packed schedule includes handmade crafts, 2 stages of traditional mountain music, demonstrations of pioneer skills, country cooking, and much more. Don’t miss this event in Fall Creek Falls State Park!
Feel free to join the Cumberland Astronomical Society at the viewing area above the Fall Creek Falls Inn to check out the night sky. Bring your own telescope if you like. Anyone is welcome.
October 2012
Join Fall Creek Falls State Park rangers on bicycle tours, guided hikes, and slideshows focusing on the autumn splendor of Fall Creek Falls State Park.
Field trips identifying edible wild plants and workshops on preparing wild meats and breads are just part of the activities. The real treat comes in enjoying the wild feast. Offered in and by Fall Creek Falls State Park.
November 2012
Join Fall Creek Falls State Park rangers for a 13-mile trek through some of the more remote portions of Fall Creek Falls State Park. This hike is for both novices and experienced backpackers and includes a 2-day guided hike with an overnight camp. There is a $10 fee and pre-registration is required. Contact the Fall Creek Falls State Park Nature Center at 423.881.5708.
December 2012
Join the park rangers and volunteers for a weekend of Yuletide fun, holiday music, handmade crafts and gifts for the little ones. Activities include making Christmas crafts, storytelling, breakfast with Santa, and a 3-day mountain craft show for everyone. Located in Fall Creek Falls State Park.
For more information, visit or call:
Last Updated: Wednesday, January 11th, 2012
Disclosure: Cozy Cabins
& Cottages is not responsible for validation of dates, locations or times of events. All information must be verified by visitors wishing to attend any of the listed events.
