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GO. ALL. OUT.
WELCOME Find Your Pace where the smiles are as big as the mountains and the culture is as rich as the history! Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, we want to provide you with the best information to make your experience a memorable one. We think Northeast Tennessee is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and so do the hundreds of thousands of people who have caught a glimpse of our part of the Appalachian Mountains over the years. We hope you will take the time to enjoy our beautiful scenery, music, heritage and culture. From fossils to bluegrass to golf or riding the rapids, you will find an experience like none other in Johnson City. For more information, check out our website at VisitJohnsonCityTN.com GET THE GUIDE! Order your free Tennessee Vacation Guide at TNVacation.com, or call 1-800-GO2-TENN.
CONTENTS
Places
To Stay 2
5
Dining &
Nightlife
Outdoor
Adventure 18
27
Shopping
Spots
30
Cultural
Experiences
33
Historic
Outings
38
Southern
Dozen
41
Family
Excursions
Seasonal
Events 45
Athletic
Events 50
1
PLACES TO STAY 2
11-E Motel Econo Lodge Inn
(26 Rooms) & Suites
3500 W. Market St. (120 Rooms)
423-928-2131 207 E. Mountcastle Dr.
423-282-3335
Baymont Inn choicehotels.com
& Suites
(92 Rooms) Fairfield Inn
2606 N. Roan St. & Suites
423-282-4011 (90 Rooms)
baymontinns.com 3078 Hamilton Pl.
423-900-8640
Best Western fairfieldinn.com/tritn
Johnson City Hotel
& Conference Center Hampton Inn
(115 Rooms) (77 Rooms)
2406 N. Roan St. 508 N. State of Franklin Rd.
423-282-2161 423-929-8000
bestwestern.com hamptoninn.com
Comfort Suites Holiday Inn
(80 Rooms) (206 Rooms)
3118 Browns Mill Rd. 101 W. Springbrook Dr.
423-610-0010 423-282-4611
choicehotels.com holidayinn.com/
johnsoncitytn
Courtyard by Marriott–
Holiday Inn Express
Johnson City
(81 Rooms)
(90 Rooms)
2 Orr Ct.
4025 Hamilton Pl.
423-328-0500
423-262-0275
hiexpress.com
marriott.com/trijc
DoubleTree
by Hilton
(184 Rooms)
211 Mockingbird Ln.
423-929-2000
doubletree.com
3
PLACES TO STAY
Johnson Inn Sleep Inn & Suites
(40 Rooms) (70 Rooms)
2700 W. Market St. 2020 Franklin Terrace Ct.
423-926-8145 423-915-0081
sleepinn.com/hotel/TN259
Park n' Stay
(33 Rooms) Staybridge Suites
3406 W. Market St. (76 Rooms)
423-928-0267 10 Mark Twain Ct.
ihg.com/staybridge
Quality Inn
of Johnson City Super 8 Motel
(60 Rooms) (56 Rooms)
119 Pinnacle Dr. 108 Wesley St.
423-282-0488 423-282-8818
qualityinn.com super8.com
Quality Inn WoodSpring Suites
Downtown (121 Rooms)
(44 Rooms) 135 Pinnacle Dr.
1900 S. Roan St. 423-283-0365
423-928-9600 woodspring.com
qualityinn.com
Volunteer Lodge
Red Roof Inn (40 Rooms)
(115 Rooms) 2316 Browns Mill Rd.
210 Broyles Dr. 423-282-3737
423-282-3040
redroof.com
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
CARNEGIE HOTEL
This AAA Four Diamond property is the perfect combination
of old-world grandeur and modern comfort. Here you can
appreciate the luxury of the Carnegie’s Baroque-style décor,
while still enjoying contemporary amenities.
1216 W. State of Franklin Rd. • www.carnegiehotel.com
4
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
5
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
ASIAN Miso Teriyaki House
1811 W. State of Franklin Rd.
Hana Japanese 423-975-6476
Steakhouse Moto Japanese
112 Sunset Dr. Restaurant
423-928-0688 2607 N. Roan St.
Happy Wok 423-282-6686
4307 N. Roan St. Panda Express
423-232-8880 922 N. State of Franklin
Hibachi Express Rd.
918 W. Market St. 423-262-0337
423-232-8888 Panda House
Hibachi Grill and 1805 W. State of Franklin
Supreme Buffet Rd.
205 E. Mountcastle Dr. 423-975-0075
423-283-8888 Rainbow
Ichiban Sushi and Asian Cuisine
Asian Cuisine in Best Western
3101 W. Market St. 2412 N. Roan St.
423-328-3555 423-232-6688
KALM Bistro The Roots
5205 Bobby Hicks Hwy. 600 N. State of Franklin Rd.
Suite 4, Gray 423-328-0823
423-207-0888 Tomy Thai
Magic Wok 1736 W. State of Franklin Rd.
423-928-0070
Chinese Restaurant
701 S. Roan St. Wok & Hibachi
423-929-9550 101 E. Unaka Ave.
423-928-9696
Ming's Asian Cuisine
1045 Hamilton Pl. Yong Asian House
423-328-7173 405 Roy Martin Rd.
423-232-1268
Misaki Seafood &
Steakhouse of Japan Yuimaru Kitchen
3104-C Bristol Hwy. 3020 Franklin Terrace Ct.
423-282-5451 423-722-3838
6
BARBECUE COFFEEHOUSES
Firehouse Dos Gatos Coffee Bar
Restaurant 238 E. Main St.
627 W. Walnut St. 423-630-0120
423-929-7377
Joe Muggs
Hokie Smokie 2116 N. Roan St.
2104 W. Mountcastle Dr. 423-915-0112
423-232-0801
Open Doors
Moe’s Original Bar B Que Coffeehouse
1011 Hamilton Pl. 101 E. 8th Ave.
423-328-0054 423-268-2997
Red Pig Bar-B-Q Starbucks
2201 Ferguson Rd. 2008 N. Roan St.
423-282-6585 423-283-0818
Smokey Bones 1150 W. State of Franklin Rd.
Bar & Fire Grill 423-444-6632
1905 N. Roan St. Willow Tree Coffeehouse
423-979-1706 and Music Room
Southern Craft BBQ 216 E. Main St.
601 Spring St.
423-232-8845
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
CAFÉ ONE 11
Café One 11 offers an enticing dining experience and an
innovative neo-Asian menu. From sushi specialties to unique
entrees, there is something to please everyone.
111 Broyles Dr. • 423-283-4633
7
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
DELICATESSENS Sharp’s Deli
126 E. Market St.
Buc Deli 423-928-3826
1018 W. Market St.
Which Wich
423-979-7019
Superior Sandwiches
Cranberries Visit whichwich.com for
1904 Knob Creek Rd. complete location listing.
423-282-8765
HoneyBaked Ham FAMILY DINING
3101 Browns Mill Rd.
423-854-9414 Applebee’s
Jersey Mike’s 2100 N. Roan St.
423-283-0996
Visit jerseymikes.com for
complete location listing. Beef ‘O’ Brady’s
2913 Boones Creek Rd.
Jimmy John’s
423-282-9464
Sandwiches
Visit jimmyjohns.com for Bob Evans
complete location listing. 2801 Boones Creek Rd.
423-282-0162
McAlister’s Deli
Visit mcalistersdeli.com for Bojangles
complete location listing. Visit bojangles.com for
complete location listing.
Panera Bread
Visit panerabread.com for
Buffalo Wild Wings
2035 Hamilton Pl.
complete location listing.
423-434-0492
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
SABORÉS
Open for lunch and dinner, Saborés features flavorful, Cuban-
inspired cuisine, prepared fresh. The extensive menu includes
soups and salads, stacked sandwiches, tropi chopi platters,
seafood, burgers, and a full bar.
202 E. Main St. • 423-722-3702
8Captain D’s Seafood Freddy’s Frozen
Visit captainds.com for Custard & Steakburgers
complete location listing. 928 N. State of Franklin Rd.
Cheddar’s 423-282-1114
Scratch Kitchen Fuddruckers
3000 Franklin Terrace Dr. 2519 Knob Creek Rd.
423-262-0087 423-915-1004
Chick-fil-A Golden Corral
Visit chick-fil-a.com for 3104 Browns Mill Rd.
complete location listing. 423-854-9400
Chili’s IHOP
3040 Franklin Terrace Dr. 3214 Peoples St.
423-283-4229 423-952-0213
Cook Out KFC
Visit cookout.com for Visit kfc.com for
complete location listing. complete location listing.
Cootie Brown’s Main Street Café
2715 N. Roan St. 117 W. Main St.
423-283-4723 Jonesborough
Cracker Barrel 423-753-2460
2692 Boones Creek Rd. Maple St. Biscuit Co.
423-282-8113 1033 Hamilton Pl.
DQ Grill & Chill 423-328-7406
Visit dairyqueen.com for McDonald’s
complete location listing. Visit mcdonalds.com for
First Watch complete location listing.
1150 W. State of Franklin Rd. Mid City Grill
423-900-1103 106 Commerce St.
Five Guys Burgers 423-794-2042
and Fries O’Charley’s
1914 N. Roan St. 112 Broyles Dr.
423-262-0402 423-854-9110
9DINING & NIGHTLIFE
Ole Barn Zaxby’s
Restaurant & Farm Visit zaxbys.com for
440 Okolona Rd. complete location listing.
423-631-0403
One Acre Café FINE DINING
603 W. Walnut St.
423-483-0517 Café Lola
1805 N. Roan St.
Pal’s 423-928-5652
Visit palsweb.com for
complete location listing. Gourmet & Co.
214 E. Mountcastle Dr.
Pennyman’s Diner 423-929-9007
1409 E. Main St.
423-928-0899 Wellington’s
at Carnegie Hotel
Perkins 1216 W. State of Franklin Rd.
2608 N. Roan St. 423-979-6401
423-282-6321
Popeye’s GREEK
Louisiana Kitchen
Visit popeyes.com for Babylon
complete location listing. 2122 N. Roan St., #8
423-282-9600
Reflections Restaurant
in Holiday Inn The Mad Greek
101 W. Springbrook Dr. 2010 Franklin Terrace Ct.
423-282-4611 423-328-9070
Ruby Tuesday Red Meze Café
1208 Harris Dr. W. 2203 Mckinley Rd.
423-926-1336 423-328-7685
Shoney’s 109 Buffalo St.
2120 N. Roan St. 423-268-2665
423-282-2371
Taste Budz
300 S. Roan St.
423-926-9304
10GRILL & BAR Numan’s Café
& Sports Bar
Aubrey’s 225 E. Main St.
3029 Hamilton Pl. 423-926-7665
423-328-0692
Sonny’s Runabout
Buffalo Wild Wings Cafe
2035 Hamilton Pl. 109 One St., Gray
423-434-0492 423-283-4014
Burger Bar Tipton Street Pub
in DoubleTree by Hilton 110 Tipton St.
211 Mockingbird Ln. 423-434-0306
423-929-2000 Wild Wing Café
Capone’s 71 Wilson Ave.
227 E. Main St. 423-461-0071
423-928-2295
The Cottage INDIAN
705 W. Market St.
Sahib
423-928-9753
1803 W. Market St.
East Coast Wings 423-283-7100
198 Marketplace Blvd.
423-328-3176
Hooters
2288 N. Roan St.
423-610-1484
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
FREIBERG'S
Famous for its bratwurst, schnitzel, pan-fried potatoes and
cold beer, Freiberg’s serves authentic German cuisine so
good, you’ll be tempted to don your lederhosen and dance a
polka.
11DINING & NIGHTLIFE
ITALIAN Portobello's
1805 W. State of Franklin Rd.
Bella Vita 423-929-0100
2927 N. Roan St.
423-282-8600 KOREAN
Carrabba’s
Korean Taco House
Italian Grill
101 Buffalo St.
175 Marketplace Blvd.
423-232-0590
423-232-2858
Crazy Tomato MEXICAN
203 Princeton Rd.
423-283-0211 Amigo Mexican
Fazoli’s Restaurant
1916 N. Roan St. 3211 Peoples St.
423-283-4394 423-952-0551
Giovanni’s Barberitos
Italian Cuisine Southwestern
4704 N. Roan St. Grille & Cantina
423-282-3300 3135 Peoples St.
423-282-2500
Olive Garden
Italian Restaurant 1735 W. State of Franklin Rd.
1903 N. Roan St. 423-328-0604
423-929-0137
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
LABEL
Label is the Tri-Cities’ premier downtown restaurant, featuring
a full sushi bar, freshly ground burgers, wood-grilled entrées,
and a kids’ menu. Label’s bar offers a variety of bourbon and
scotch selections as well as cocktails.
112 Tipton St. • 423-631-0505
12El Charolais PIZZA
Mexican Taqueria
1805 W. State of Franklin Rd. Chuck E. Cheese’s
423-928-0929 3020 Peoples St.
423-282-3069
3102 Bristol Hwy.
423-232-1003 Domino’s
Go Burrito Visit dominos.com for
121 Commerce St. complete location listing.
423-262-8338 2694 Boones Creek Rd.
Holy Taco Cantina 423-283-7777
211 E. Main St. Fox’s Pizza Den
423-434-0799 104 University Pkwy.
423-926-0065
La Carreta
5494 Bobby Hicks Hwy., Gray Greg’s Pizza
423-477-0200 111 Broyles Dr.
423-282-4541
Moe’s Southwest Grill
421 N. State of Franklin Rd. Italian Pizza Pub
423-232-1930 807 W. Walnut St.
Ole's Guacamoles 423-928-0808
1000 S. Roan St. Johnny Brusco’s
423-434-0801 New York Style Pizza
Petro’s Chili & Chips 2111 N. Roan St.
928 N. State of Franklin Rd. 423-477-4992
423-262-0418 Knight’s Pizza
Poblanos Mexican 1701 W. State of Franklin Rd.
Grill & Bar 423-975-6483
2697 Boones Creek Rd. Little Caesar’s Pizza
423-928-0178 Visit littlecaesars.com for
White Duck Taco complete location listing.
126 Buffalo St. Luke’s Pizza
423-328-9193 3111 W. Market St.
423-328-0186
13DINING & NIGHTLIFE
The Main Street Pizza Plus
Pizza Company 4735 N. Roan St.
300 E. Main St. 423-282-3080
423-631-0180 Rocks Wood Fired
Marco's Pizza Pizza & Grill
612 Lyle St. 3119 Bristol Hwy.
423-928-5888 423-262-0444
Mellow Mushroom Simms Pizzeria
2929 N. Roan St. 4307 N. Roan St.
423-928-6356 423-610-1040
Papa John’s Pizza
Visit papajohns.com for SEAFOOD
complete location listing.
Bonefish Grill
Pie Five Pizza Co. 1902 N. Roan St.
2059 Hamilton Pl. 423-434-0247
423-262-0095
Harbor House Seafood
Pizza Hut 2510 N. Roan St.
Visit pizzahut.com for 423-282-5122
complete location listing.
Red Lobster
Pizza N Gyro 1909 N. Roan St.
3043 Boones Creek Rd. 423-282-4099
423-929-2929
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
SCRATCH BRICK OVEN
Scratch features elements of a bakery, smokehouse, charcuterie
and wood-fired pizzeria, all located below a restored historic
home. The staff does most of their cookery with wood in a
hand-built, 100-ton brick and river stone oven, resulting in some
of the most unique pizza in town.
100 E. Unaka Ave. • 423-262-8021
14STEAK Java Juice House
1061 Hamilton Pl.
Logan’s Roadhouse 423-328-0273
3112 Browns Mill Rd.
Keva Juice
423-915-1122
2244 N. Roan St.
LongHorn Steakhouse 423-282-3699
2280 N. Roan St.
Mona Lisa’s Gelato
423-232-6021
305 W. Oakland Ave.
Our House Restaurant 423-262-8357
4903 N. Roan St.
Petite Sweets
423-282-1555
2726 E. Oakland Ave.
Outback Steakhouse 423-676-0207
3101 Browns Mill Rd.
Sam’s SnoBall
423-283-9222
Paradise
Peerless Restaurant 809 S. Roan St.
2531 N. Roan St.
423-282-2351 Swirled
113 Cherry St.
Texas Roadhouse 423-328-9040
1808 N. Roan St.
423-283-4117 Unshakeable Nutrition
109 Cherry St.
740-610-5374
TREATS
Buttermilk Sky
Pie Shop SPECIALTY
3135 Peoples St. INDULGENCES
423-491-8162
Cakebuds BREAKFAST/
410 S. Roan St.
423-946-5263 BRUNCH
Fizz Soda Bar
207 E. Main St. Maple St. Biscuit Co.
423-213-7605 1033 Hamilton Pl.
423-328-7406
15DINING & NIGHTLIFE
First Watch Great Oak Brewing
1150 W. State of Franklin Rd. 601 Spring St.
423-900-1103 423-232-8845
The Main Street Little Animals Brewery
Pizza Company 324 E. Main St.
300 E. Main St. 423-930-0282
423-631-0180 Johnson City Brewing
Pennyman’s Diner Company Tap Room
1409 E. Main St. 257 E. Main St.
423-928-0899 423-930-4186
Open Doors Coffeehouse JRH Brewing
101 E. 8th Ave. 458 W. Walnut St.
423-268-2997 423-722-3410
Willow Tree Coffeehouse
and Music Room LOCAL
216 E. Main St.
LIBATIONS
Wheeler’s Bagels
230 Marketplace Blvd. Tennessee Hills Distillery
423-328-3260 127 Fox St.
Jonesborough
BREWERY/ 423-788-9105
ALE HOUSE
Atlantic Ale House
111 McClure St.
Barley Waters
108 E. Main St.
423-268-2336
Depot Street Brewing
904 Depot St.
Jonesborough
423-788-4630
16OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
17OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
BOAT
Sonny’s Marina, Boat Rental
109 One St., Gray
423-282-9440
sonnysmarina.com
Watauga Lakeshore Marina
2285 Hwy. 321, Hampton
423-725-2201
lakeshore-resort.com
CAVE
Appalachian Caverns
420 Cave Hill Rd., Blountville
423-323-2337
Take a timeless stroll through the ever-changing caverns
and learn their amazing history. There is also room to enjoy
a picnic or stay awhile in the campground.
appacaverns.com
Bristol Caverns
1157 Bristol Caverns Hwy., Bristol
423-878-2011
A journey through the caverns will take you through
millions of years of timeless beauty. Largest and most
beautiful caves in the Smoky Mountain Region. Guided
tours about every 20 minutes; a year-round attraction.
bristolcaverns.com
Tipton-Haynes Historic Site
2620 S. Roan St.
423-926-3631
The historic physical features are the Buffalo Trail and
the caves where tradition says Daniel Boone camped.
The wooded area contains many flowers and plants of
the earlier period.
tipton-haynes.org
18CYCLE
Liberty Bell Recreation Trail
1320 Pactolas Rd.
This 1.7 mile walking and jogging trail encircles the ball
fields at the Liberty Bell Complex. Children on bikes and
inline skates are welcome. Adult bikes are not allowed.
State of Franklin Multi-Use Trail
Open to all users, 2.3 miles in length. It starts at the
intersection of Greenline Road and extends to Sunset Drive.
Tweetsie Trail
107 Alabama St.
Bike ride of 20 miles round trip.
Virginia Creeper Trail
Damascus, VA
There are 35 biking trails with bike rentals and shuttles,
plus a café and coffeehouse.
vacreepertrail.com
Winged Deer Park
4137 Bristol Hwy.
423-283-5815
Bicycles and inline skates are not permitted because of
the trails’ narrow width, but a separate area has been
specifically designed for their use.
johnsoncitytn.org
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
TANNERY KNOBS MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK
Within riding distance of downtown, Tannery Knobs boasts
trails and features, including a paved pump track, designed for
all ages, making it a true skills park for any level.
18 Tannery Knob. • visitjohnsoncitytn.com/tanneryknobs
19OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
DISC GOLF
Winged Deer Park
4137 Bristol Hwy.
423-283-5815
An 18-hole course designed for recreational play,
augmented by optional advanced and professional tees.
johnsoncitytn.org
FAMILY/GROUP
Doe River Gorge
220 Doe River Gorge Rd., Hampton
423-725-4010
doerivergorge.com
Off The Grid Mountain Adventures
1825 US 19E, Elizabethton
423-707-6022
offthegridmountainadventures.com
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
MAHONEY'S OUTFITTERS
Mahoney’s Outfitters is a full-service outfitter for the
outdoor enthusiast, offering the most trusted names in
equipment, firearms, and apparel for hunting, fishing, hiking,
kayaking, and more.
830 Sunset Dr. • mahoneysports.com
20FISH
Nolichucky River
A world-class smallmouth bass fishing river, with some
exceeding four pounds; also supports muskie, trout and catfish.
Watauga/South Holston Rivers
Two of the best trout fisheries in the Southeast.
GOLF
Blackthorn Club
1501 Ridges Club Dr., Jonesborough
423-913-3100
blackthornclub.com
Johnson City Country Club
1901 E. Unaka Ave.
423-928-5161
jcccsite.com
Pine Oaks Golf Course
1709 Buffalo Rd.
423-434-6250
johnsoncitygolf.org
HIKE
Appalachian Trail
Though it hugs the North Carolina border for nearly 200
miles, the Appalachian Trail doesn’t officially cross into
Tennessee until it reaches the Nolichucky River at the
Nantahala Outdoor Center (about four miles outside Erwin).
On this section, elevations frequently exceed 5,000 feet.
appalachiantrail.org
21OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Lacy Trap and Laurel Fork Trails
These trails are a very strenuous 15-mile-loop hike on
the Appalachian Trail. Follow US 19E Bypass southeast
from Elizabethton, Tennessee, toward Roan Mountain
and Boone. At Hampton, the routes separate; turn left
and follow US 321/67 to trail.
Pinnacle Fire Tower Hike
The Pinnacle Mountain Trail serves as a destination trail
to a rehabilitated fire tower. The trailhead, at the foot
of Buffalo Mountain, provides convenient trail access
from Interstate 26, Exit 32, in the Town of Unicoi.
From this trailhead vantage point, Pinnacle Mountain
Trail #25 winds its way up the mountain at grades the
whole family can enjoy.
LOCAL PARKS
johnsoncitytn.org/parksrec
Carver Park
322 W. Watauga Ave.
423-461-8830
Includes a 0.25 mile flat walking track.
Civitan Park
1000 N. Broadway
423-283-5822
Features a paved 1.57 mile walking/jogging track.
King Commons
112 Commerce St.
423-434-6080
Artistic flavor, including solar stone walkways, decorative
stonework, landmark sign and wall mural.
Rotary Park Inclusive Playground
1001 N. Broadway, 423-283-5815
22Willow Springs Park
1201 Huffine Rd.
423-283-5815
1.8 miles of paved walking surface encircling the park.
Winged Deer Park
4137 Bristol Hwy.
423-283-5815
Includes a 0.50 mile circle track and 1.5 mile wooded
trail, 5 field softball complex, soccer, and lake front.
REGIONAL PARKS
Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium
853 Bays Mountain Park Rd., Kingsport
423-229-9447
A 3,550-acre nature preserve with a planetarium, located
three miles off I-26. Live animal habitats, hiking, biking
and public programs weekends and daily during the summer.
baysmountain.com
Roan Mountain State Park
527 Hwy. 143, Roan Mountain
423-772-3303
Roan Mountain is a nature lover’s paradise and home to
the world’s largest natural Catawba Rhododendron garden.
roanmountain.com
Rock Creek Park
2001 Rock Creek Rd., Erwin
Offering both day-use and extended-stay opportunities,
Rock Creek Park features short hiking trails, picnic tables,
a natural swimming pool, a bike trail and an amphitheater.
flagpond.com/recreation/rock-creek/campground-erwin-tn.htm
23OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Rocky Fork State Park
501 Rocky Fork Rd., Flag Pond
Rocky Fork inhabits 2,036 acres of scenic wilderness
in Unicoi County and features steep, rugged terrain that
is drained by cool mountain streams. Ranger-led and
group hikes are available.
tnstateparks.com/parks/about/rocky-fork
Warriors’ Path State Park
490 Hemlock Rd., Kingsport
423-239-8531
Hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing,
picnicking, playing—the opportunities for adventure
are endless at Warriors’ Path! The park is located
around the Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir and Duck
Island on the South Fork Holston River.
tnstateparks.com/parks/about/warriors-path
WALK
Buffalo Mountain Trails
From I-26 take 321 west into Johnson City, left on
Cherokee Road, immediate left on Buffalo Road, right on
Rolling Hills, right on High Ridge Road. Discover nearly
9 miles of hiking trails; A 1,500-foot rise from picnic area
to the top may be strenuous. White Rock Trail is a very
strenuous, three-mile hike. All mileage is measured
from picnic area.
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
TWEETSIE TRAIL
The Tweetsie Trail is a rails-to-trails project. The trail provides
opportunities for walking, hiking, running, biking, etc. on a
relatively flat grade in a beautiful setting.
Trailhead: 107 Alabama St. • tweetsietrail.com
24ETSU Recreation Fitness Trail
ETSU Campus
The track offers 0.64 mile per lap.
Liberty Bell Complex
749 Liberty Bell Blvd.
423-283-5825
The 1.7 mile paved walking track circles the complex.
WATERFALLS
Blue Hole Falls, Carter County
Take Highway 91 East (NE) out of Elizabethton, TN
about 10 miles. Turn left onto Panhandle Rd. at the
brown national forest sign for “Blue Hole.”
Laurel Falls, Carter County
Drive east on US 321 out of Hampton, TN for 0.8 mile.
Turn right onto Dennis Cove Rd., marked with a brown
national forest campground sign. From US 321 (4 miles),
see small parking area on left for Appalachian Trail.
Millstone Creek Falls, Washington County
I-26 to Erwin/Jonesborough Exit #37. At the end of the ramp,
take Route 81/107 West for 4.1 miles. Before crossing the
Nolichucky River, turn right on Arnold Rd. Continue 0.9
mile to a small pulloff on left. Across the road, see a small,
unmarked trail, heading into the woods, leading to the falls.
Red Fork Falls, Unicoi County
I-26 to Exit #32 toward Town of Unicoi. Go .08 mile to Route
107. Turn left, go 7.6 miles, turn right on Unaka Mtn. Rd.
Continue 0.7 miles to gravel road. Path to falls 100 ft. ahead.
25OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Rocky Fork Falls, Unicoi County
Take I-26 toward Flag Pond Exit #50. At stop sign turn left
on Higgins Creek Rd. Drive 0.5 mile till you reach Rt. 23,
turn right and travel 2.5 miles through Flag Pond. Turn
left onto Rocky Fork Rd. Park here, follow the gravel
lane on foot into Rocky Fork. Falls are 0.25 mile on left.
Spivey Falls, Unicoi County
I-26 to Erwin take Temple Hill Rd. Exit #43. Go south on
US 19W for 1.1 miles. Turn left, stay on 19W for 3 miles to
unmarked paved road on right. Take narrow road to falls.
Upper Rock Creek Falls, Unicoi County
Take I-26 to Erwin, take Main St. Exit #36. At light turn right,
go 0.2 mile then right on Rock Creek Rd. Continue 3.1 miles
to Rock Creek Park. Take camping loop C to trailhead.
WATERSPORTS
Cherokee Adventures
2000 Jonesborough Rd., Erwin
Fish Springs Marina
191 Fish Springs Rd., Hampton
USA Raft: Nolichucky River Whitewater Rafting
2 Jones Branch Rd., Erwin
866-872-7238
myusaraft.com
26SHOPPING SPOTS FPO FPO 27
SHOPPING SPOTS
Academy Sports The Gift Box
925 Hamilton Pl. 102 Dillon Ct., Gray
423-434-1300 423-477-4619
Outdoor gear, clothing, Home and garden items,
shoes, boating accessories, inspirational and baby
golf gear and more. gifts, jewelry, accessories
and monogramming.
Downtown
Johnson City Hobbytown
E. Main St. 3515 Bristol Hwy.
Artisan's Village, Atlantis, 423-610-1010
Atomik Comics, Boomtown Games, drones,
& Co., C.S. McCullough's model cars, science
Barber Shop, The Fouled and educational toys,
Anchor, Holidays, Reclaimed radio-controlled vehicles,
Inspired Goods, Skillville, and much more.
Trek Store, West Main
Johnson City
Antiques, and more.
Crossings
Downtown Historic 3211 Peoples St.
Jonesborough Bed Bath & Beyond,
W. Main St., Michael's, Stein Mart,
Jonesborough Old Navy, PetSmart,
Broyles Florist, The Crafty Ross Clothing and more.
Peddler, JJ's Eatery and
Johnson City
Ice Cream, Jonesborough
Antiques & Artisans, Sewing Farmers Market
Bee, The Lollipop Shop, 100 E. Main St.
Tennessee Quilts, Noelle, Open Wednesdays and
and more. Saturdays, mid-April
through October. Market
produce, baked goods,
and arts and crafts.
28Johnson City Nest Interiors & Gifts
Marketplace 805 Sunset Dr., #3
190 Marketplace Blvd. 423-979-6378
Kohl's, Kirkland's, Lane Gifts that comfort
Bryant and Catherine's. and delight.
Jonesborough Peerless
Flea Market Shopping Center
2726 Hwy. 11E, Telford 2531 N. Roan St.
423-753-4241
Jos. A Bank, Talbots,
Mahoney’s J.Jill, Monkee’s Clothing
830 Sunset Dr. and Accessories, Olive Oil
423-282-5413 Divine, and more.
A full-service outfitter for
Roan Center
the outdoors enthusiast.
1805 N. Roan St.
The Mall Beaty Shoes, AMC
at Johnson City Theatres, Plato’s Closet
2011 N. Roan St. and more.
423-282-5312
Target Center
Belk, Sears, JCPenney, 2116 N. Roan St.
Hollister, American Eagle,
Target, Pier 1, Books-A-
Aeropostale, Bath & Body
Million, T.J. Maxx, JoAnn
Works, Dick’s Sporting
Fabrics & Crafts, and more.
Goods, Victoria’s Secret,
Forever 21, DSW, ULTA,
and more.
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
RECLAIMED INSPIRED GOODS
Located in the heart of downtown, Reclaimed Inspired Goods
offers a carefully curated collection of home goods and gifts.
If you’re looking to brighten someone’s day or just brighten
up a room in your home, come by and check out the shop’s
ever-changing selections.
414 S. Roan St. • 423-328-9474 • reclaimedinspired.com
29CULTURAL EXPERIENCES FPO FPO 30
LIVE MUSIC The Paramount Center
518 State St., Bristol
Capone’s 423-274-8920
227 E. Main St. theparamountcenter.com
423-928-2295 Symphony of
caponesjohnsoncity.com
the Mountains
The Carter Family Kingsport Renaissance
Museum/Carter Fold Center
3449 A.P. Carter Hwy. 1200 E. Center St., Kingsport
Hiltons, VA 423-392-8423
276-386-6054 symphonyofthemountains.org
carterfamilyfold.org
Wellington’s
The Civic Chorale at Carnegie Hotel
423-638-0409 1216 W. State of Franklin Rd.
thecivicchorale.org 423-979-6401
Down Home Live jazz every Thursday
300 W. Main St. Wild Wing Cafe
423-929-9822 71 Wilson Ave.
downhome.com 423-461-0071
The Hideaway wildwingcafe.com
235 E. Main St. Willow Tree Coffeehouse
423-926-3896 and Music Room
Johnson City 216 E. Main St.
thewillowtreejc.com
Community
Concert Band
jcccband.org THEATER
Johnson City The Barter Theatre
Symphony Orchestra 127 W. Main St., Abingdon, VA
423-926-8742 276-628-3991
jcsymphony.com bartertheatre.com
31CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Blue Moon Farmhouse Gallery
Dinner Theatre & Gardens
215 E. Main St. 121 Covered Bridge Ln.
423-926-1044 Unicoi
bluemoon.live 423-743-5963
farmhousevenue.com
Johnson City
Community Theatre GreenStone Studio
600 E. Maple St. and Gallery
423-926-2542 310 S. Roan St.
jccommunitytheatre.org 423-232-4700
gsstudio.blogspot.com
Jonesborough
Repertory Theatre Masterpiece Mixers
125 1/2 E. Main St. Paint & Party Studio
Jonesborough 101 W. Unaka Ave.
423-753-1010 423-833-6028
jonesboroughtheatre.com masterpiecemixers.com
The Warrior's Canvas &
ART GALLERIES Veterans' Art Center
320 E. Main St.
B. Carroll 423-232-7521
Reece Museum warriorscanvas.org
ETSU Campus Gilbreath Dr. Tipton Gallery
423-439-4392
126 Spring St.
etsu.edu/reece
423-483-3179
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
SKILLVILLE
Find or make the perfect souvenir at this downtown
community workshop. Skillville sells unique, locally-
crafted products, as well as offers a variety of classes in
woodworking, metals, ceramics, quilting, painting, and more!
Have a special item you’d like to make? Individual sessions
with instructors and studio memberships are available.
300 W. Main St. • 423-921-2796 • skillvillejc.com
32HISTORIC OUTINGS FPO FPO 33
HISTORIC OUTINGS
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
121 Monument Ave., Greeneville
423-638-3551
Trace the life of Andrew Johnson, an industrious tailor
who became the 17th president of the United States. The
site includes a tailor shop, Johnson’s home and a museum.
nps.gov/anjo
Carter Mansion
1031 Broad St., Elizabethton
423-543-5808
On a quiet street in Elizabethton, the unpretentious
but stately Carter Mansion sits back among old shade
trees with the Watauga River in its backyard. The house
was built between 1775 and 1780. It is believed to be the
oldest frame house in Tennessee and the first house to
have glass windows.
sycamoreshoals.org
Clinchfield Railroad Museum
529 Federal Hatchery Rd., Erwin
423-743-9449
Modeled to look like an old-fashioned train depot, the
Clinchfield Railroad Museum pays homage to the Town of
Erwin’s rich railroad history. The museum also features a
stage, which is used for performances and other functions.
clinchfieldrailroadmuseum.com
Davy Crockett Birthplace
1245 Davy Crockett Park Rd., Limestone
423-257-2167
The celebrated frontiersman, warrior and backwoods
statesman was born on the banks of the Nolichucky
River in Limestone, Tennessee. Visit the restored cabin,
which is furnished in the style of the late 1700s.
tnstateparks.com/parks/about/davy-crockett-birthplace
34Dickson-Williams Mansion
108 N. Irish St., Greeneville
423-787-0500
Located in Historic Downtown Greeneville, the mansion
was designed and constructed by two craftsmen from
Ireland (1815–1821). The circular staircase, rising three full
flights, is the “tour de force” of the builder’s art. Built by
William Dickson, Greeneville’s first postmaster, for his
only child, Catharine, this house served as headquarters
for both Union and Confederate armies during the
Civil War. Tours daily at 1 p.m. are limited to 12 people.
Reservations required for groups over 12 people.
mainstreetgreeneville.org/tours
Doe River Covered Bridge
Elk & Hattie St., Elizabethton
423-547-3850
Stretching across the beautifully flowing, clear and cool
water of the Doe River, Elizabethton’s covered bridge
is one of the town’s premier and most photographed
attractions. It is one of two bridges in Tennessee identified
by a Tennessee historical marker and is included on the
National Register of Historic Places.
tnvacation.com/vendors/doe_river_covered_bridge/
Exchange Place
4812 Orebank Rd., Kingsport
423-288-6071
This living history farm is Kingsport’s tonic for today’s
fast-paced life. The site was once a community that
served as a self-supporting plantation, a relay station
along the Old Stage Road, and the post office for Eden’s
Ridge, Tennessee.
exchangeplace.info
35HISTORIC OUTINGS
George L. Carter Railroad Museum at ETSU
113 Campus Center Bldg., ETSU
423-439-3382
Devoted to the region’s historical ties to railroads,
the museum’s displays include historic prototype
railroad memorabilia, toy trains and model
railroading locomotives, rolling stock, and structures.
Four large, operating layouts in three different scales
provide viewing enjoyment in the museum’s 5,000
square feet of exhibit space.
etsu.edu/railroad
Historic Jonesborough, Tennessee
117 Boone St., Jonesborough
423-753-1010
As you walk along Jonesborough’s well-preserved
Main Street, you easily drop back in time to the days
of Daniel Boone, Andrew Jackson, Davy Crockett,
John Sevier, and the many other historic figures
who lived in or around Jonesborough. Learn about
the State of Franklin, the first attempt to establish
statehood after the American Revolution, and about
the Emancipator, the first publication in the country
solely supporting the abolition of slavery.
historicjonesborough.com
Netherland Inn
2144 Netherland Inn Rd., Kingsport
423-245-5449
The restored Netherland Inn and section of the Old
Boatyard depict an intimate study of a way of life that
is an intriguing part of America’s heritage. A visit to this
historic landmark is a real and meaningful experience
for young and old.
thenetherlandinn.com
36Segway Tours
309 E. Main St.
423-446-3587
See downtown the easy way with custom excursions
from Tri-Cities Segway Tours, highlighting the historic
Tree Streets, nightlife, the fabled history of “Little
Chicago,” and more.
Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area
1651 W. Elk Ave., Elizabethton
423-543-5808
Serving as a muster point for the Overmountain Men
in 1780, Sycamore Shoals was the first permanent
settlement outside the 13 colonies. Check out the
museum, the reconstruction of Fort Watauga, and
in July, the popular outdoor drama, “Liberty.”
sycamoreshoals.org
WALKING TOURS
Appalachian Ghost Walks
423-743-9255
appalachianghostwalks.com
Jonesborough Historic Walking Tours
International Storytelling Center, Jonesborough
423-753-2171
storytellingcenter.net
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
ROCKY MOUNT STATE HISTORIC SITE
Become part of the happenings of the year 1791 through the
first-person interpretation of daily lifestyles, domestic and
work skills, food, clothing, furnishings, and games. Call for
days and hours of operation and special tours.
200 Hyder Hill Rd. • 423-538-7396 • rockymountmuseum.com
37SOUTHERN DOZEN FPO FPO 38
SOUTHERN DOZEN
If you’re looking for a driving adventure like no other,
then you’ve found it in our “Southern Dozen.” If you’re
traveling by car or motorcycle, we have a ride that’s
perfect for you. Whether you enjoy the scenic back
roads, a challenging terrain, or just a relaxing journey
through our beautiful mountains, you’ll not want
to miss this Northeast Tennessee experience. The
Southern Dozen is a series of 13 rides that all begin and
end in Johnson City. Just go to SouthernDozen.com,
select the ride you are interested in and download
turn-by-turn directions directly to your phone by
checking MapQuest Directions. You can access our
Southern Dozen rides easily through MapQuest or REVER.
Adventure Rides
For those looking for a historic adventure, these rides
offer a challenging terrain coupled with those unique,
one-of-a-kind natural wonders.
• Eighth Wonder of the World
• The Long Dam Ride
• The Snake Ride
39SOUTHERN DOZEN
Easy Rides
If you’re looking for a relaxing journey, one of these rides
will be for you. With scenic back roads, farmhouses, history,
and a panoramic view of 34,000 acres high atop Clinch
Mountain, you can’t go wrong with one of these rides.
• Places of the Past
• Vinegar Pie
• Music to Your Ears
• Founders Ride
Cool Rides
If you’re looking for some peaceful and refreshing rides
on a hot summer’s day, make note of these “cool” rides
through Roan Mountain, the Appalachian Caverns area
and the Cherokee Natural Forest.
• Top of the Roan
• Spelunker Tour
Historical Rides
For history buffs, Johnson City offers four rides that
pass some of the region’s most interesting historical sites
while enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery.
• Mountain Ribbons
• Howling Wolves, Stars & History
• East Tennessee History Tour
• Two Rivers, One Mountain and Ten Million Trout Eggs
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
ATLANTIC ALE HOUSE
Atlantic Ale House is the perfect place to sample local brews
with a friendly staff and beautiful setting. The beer garden
is dog and kid friendly, with a variety of indoor and outdoor
games, green-scape, and non-alcoholic beverages available.
111 McClure St.
40FAMILY EXCURSIONS FPO FPO 41
FAMILY EXCURSIONS
Bright’s Zoo
3425 Hwy. 11E, Limestone
423-257-1927
Bright’s Zoo is a private, family-owned facility
dedicated to the long-term conservation of exotic
animals. Its animals include rare and endangered
species such as addax, bongo and scimitar-horned
oryx. The center also contains more common but exotic
creatures including red kangaroos, spider monkeys,
Bactrian camels and pygmy goats.
brightszoo.com
Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway
151 Speedway Blvd., Bristol
423-989-6900
Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway are two of the
most popular motorsports venues. You can attend an
exciting NASCAR event at the “World’s Fastest Half Mile”
or you can feel the power of NHRA Racing at “Thunder
Valley.” You can enjoy daily track tour opportunities,
shop at the souvenir store or take advantage of special
events that go on throughout the year. Come visit this
unique driving experience! Call for hours of operation.
bristolmotorspeedway.com
Doe River Gorge Day Quest
220 Doe River Gorge Rd., Hampton
423-725-4010
Bring your family, group or company for a day of fun and
adventure in Hampton, Tennessee. You can scream down
a 700-foot-long water-landing zipline or be bounced into
a man-made lake by “the blob”; Doe River Gorge’s Day
Quest has something for everyone. Enjoy disc golf, a
horseback ride, a ride on the former ET&WNC Railroad
through the Doe River Gorge and more!
doerivergorge.com
42Gray Fossil Site and Museum
1212 Suncrest Dr.
423-439-3662
The only late Miocene-early Pliocene terrestrial fossil
locality in the Appalachian Mountains. The site houses
plant and animal fossils dating from 4 million to 8 million
years old. It features fossil displays, a gift shop, and an
overlook to the dig site with guided tours and traveling
exhibits. Open Tuesday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–5p.m.
gfs.visithandson.org
Hands On! Discovery Center
1212 Suncrest Dr.
423-434-4263
This brand new all-ages science center will offer fun
interactive exhibits that include a two-story climber,
a musical Tesla coil, giant building blocks, and a maker
studio inviting guests to engineer a rocket, create
a masterpiece, and uncover something new.
visithandson.org
International Storytelling Center
116 W. Main St., Jonesborough
800-952-8392
Located in historic Jonesborough, the center is the only
facility anywhere in the world devoted exclusively to
the power of storytelling and its creative applications.
Live storytelling performances May through October.
storytellingcenter.net
Just Jump Trampoline Park
2304 Silverdale Dr.
423-218-1467
Just Jump is a state-of-the-art trampoline park that
includes an obstacle course, Kiddie Zone, dodgeball,
basketball, large open jump area and gladiator pit.
justjumptn.com
43FAMILY EXCURSIONS
Quantum Leap
117 E. King St.
423-928-5327
This sports complex will change the way you think
about family fun. With over 41,000 square feet of
trampolines, competitive dodgeball courts, basketball
dunk zones, an arcade, laser tag and more, there is
something for everyone.
quantumleapjc.com
Wallabies
3102 Hanover Rd.
423-328-0489
Wallabies features wall-to-wall inflatable slides and
obstacle courses for kids ages 3 to 12 with a large special
area just for crawling toddlers. Call for hours of operation.
wallabiesusa.com
Wetlands Water Park
1523 Persimmon Ridge Rd., Jonesborough
423-753-1553
Located in Jonesborough, Tennessee, this water
park blends frantic fun with the beauty of Northeast
Tennessee. A heart-stopping rampage down the 200-
foot giant waterslide is sure to satisfy the daredevil in
everyone. A leisurely stroll on the boardwalk through
the natural wetlands shows off the area’s natural beauty.
Seasonal—call for days and hours of operation.
wetlandsjonesborough.com
ONLY IN JOHNSON CITY
SILVERBALL CITY RETRO ARCADE
Come and play the games of yesteryear at the first retro
arcade of the Tri-Cities. With more than 40 pinball machines
and arcade games, you are destined to find a game you love.
108 Tipton St. • silverballcityarcade.com • 423-926-0742
44SEASONAL EVENTS FPO FPO 45
SEASONAL EVENTS
JANUARY Tipton-Haynes State
Historic Site
Ice Skating Wildflower Walk
(through first week of Jan.) 423-926-3631
Bristol Motor Speedway Woolly Days
423-989-6900 Rocky Mount Museum
Speedway in Lights 423-538-7396
(through first week of Jan.)
XFINITY 300
Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol Motor Speedway
423-989-6900 423-989-6900
MARCH MAY
Easter Eggstravaganza Garden Gala
Jonesborough Jonesborough
(Weekend before Easter) 423-753-1010
423-753-1010
Iris Festival
Johnson City Greeneville
Jazz Festival 423-638-4111
johnsoncityjazzfestival.com
Wildflower Tours
and Birdwalk
APRIL Roan Mountain
Farmhouse Gallery and 800-250-8620
Gardens Fiddlers and
Fiddleheads Festival JUNE
Unicoi
423-743-8799 Blue Plum Festival
blueplum.org
Food City 500
Bristol Motor Speedway Covered Bridge
423-989-6900 Celebration
Elizabethton
Thirsty Orange 423-547-3850
Brew Fest
thirstyorange.com Muster at Fort
Watauga
Elizabethton
423-543-5808
46Sycamore Shoals QuiltFest
Native American Jonesborough
Festival 877-385-0934
Elizabethton
423-543-5808 AUGUST
Big Train Show Appalachian Fair
Johnson City Gray
423-791-4937 423-477-3211
NHRA Thunder Little Chicago
Valley Nationals Downtown Music
Bristol Dragway & Arts Festival
423-989-6900 littlechicagofestival.com
Rhododendron Meet the Mountains
Festival Outdoor Festival
Roan Mountain Founders Park
800-250-8620
SEPTEMBER
JULY
Bass Pro Shops NRA
Fun Fest Night Race
Kingsport Bristol Motor Speedway
423-392-8806 423-989-6900
Jonesborough Days Food City 300
423-753-1010 Bristol Motor Speedway
Liberty: The Saga of 423-989-6900
Sycamore Shoals ETSU Pride Week
Elizabethton 423-439-4218
423-543-5808
Labor Day Concert
Pepsi Independence in the Park
Day Celebration Jonesborough
Freedom Hall 423-753-1010
423-434-6000
47SEASONAL EVENTS
Overmountain Stories from
Victory Trail March the Pumpkin Patch
Elizabethton Tipton-Haynes
423-543-5808 423-926-3631
Rhythm & Roots
Music Festival NOVEMBER
Bristol
423-573-1927 Christmas Craft Show
Jonesborough
Sorghum Making 423-753-1010
Festival
Ice Skating
Tipton-Haynes
(through first week of Jan.)
423-926-3631
Bristol Motor Speedway
Umoja Unity 423-989-6900
Festival Speedway in Lights
Johnson City (through first week of Jan.)
423-426-2851 Bristol Motor Speedway
umojajc.org 423-989-6900
OCTOBER DECEMBER
Apple Festival 1791 Candlelight Tours
Erwin/Unicoi County Rocky Mount
423-743-3000 423-538-7396
Halloween Haunts Christmas in
and Happenings Olde Jonesborough
Jonesborough Jonesborough
423-753-1010 423-753-1010
National Storytelling Christmas Progressive
Festival Dinner Tour of Homes
Jonesborough Jonesborough
800-952-8392 423-753-9580
Spirit of the Harvest Downtown in
Rocky Mount December
423-538-7396 downtownjc.com
48Johnson City Taco Trek
Christmas Parade (Second Tuesday)
Downtown Trek Bicycle
jcchristmasparade.org 423-797-8735
Jonesborough’s Track Tours
Christmas Parade Bristol Motor Speedway
Jonesborough 423-989-6960
423-913-0205
Visions of Christmas MAY-
Tipton-Haynes SEPTEMBER
423-926-3631
Founders After 5
Founders Park,
ONGOING Johnson City
423-202-3510
EVENTS
Music on the Square
Jonesborough
JANUARY- 423-753-1010
DECEMBER
MAY-OCTOBER
First Friday
Downtown Teller-in-Residence
Johnson City International
423-926-2931 Storytelling Center
Walking Tours
Historic Jonesborough JUNE-
423-753-1010
SEPTEMBER
APRIL- Lakeside Concert Series
(Thursdays)
OCTOBER Winged Deer Park
downtownjc.com
Farmers Market
105 E. Main St.
49ATHLETIC EVENTS FPO FPO 50
JANUARY MAY
ETSU Joe Pennucci Overmountain Cup
Winter Hitting & 423-483-3551
Pitching Camp The Overmountain Cup
http://www.totalcamps.com/ is a two-day kids’ soccer
pennuccibaseball tournament hosted
in Johnson City and
ETSU Track &
Kingsport, featuring
Field Invitational 50+ teams from several
This event showcases
different states.
some of the world’s top
collegiate, post-collegiate FCDallasTRI.org
and professional track Tri-Cities Otter Soccer
& field athletes. (through July)
etsubucs.com
ottersoccer.com
Fandetti-
Richardson Brawl JUNE
High school wrestling
millerj@jcschools.org Johnson City Omnium
Cycling: Roan Groan,
FEBRUARY Time Trial & Criterium
jcomnium.com
Buccaneer Invitational
Johnson City
Indoor Track & Field Meet
Cardinals Appalachian
ETSU Mini Dome
etsubucs.com
League Baseball
(through September)
An official affiliate of the
MARCH St. Louis Cardinals Major
League Baseball Team
Rail City Rumble
Volleyball Tournament Steve Forbes
MSHA Athletic Center Basketball Camp
dynamiceventz.org East Tennessee
State University
King of the Hill steveforbesbasketballcamps.com
Wrestling Meet
millerj@jcschools.org
51ATHLETIC EVENTS
JULY OCTOBER
Future Starts of Sports Bands of America
Fast Pitch World Series Johnson City Regional
futurestarsofsports.com Championship
Kawasaki Team Green www.marching.musicforall.org
Tennessee State MX ETSU Buccaneer
Championship Basketball
muddycreakraceway.com etsubucs.com
Tom Williams Tri-Cities
Classic Senior Softball NOVEMBER
Tournament
423-677-7172 Annual Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving Day 5K
Top Gun Showdown Road Race and Family
muddycreekraceway.com Fun Run
thegoosechase.org
SEPTEMBER
ETSU Buccaneer
DECEMBER
Football 5k Reindeer Run &
etsubucs.com Santa Stroll
Milligan College 1stchurchjc.org
Softball Fall Classic Girls on the Run 5K
milliganbuffs.com 423-502-6910
Niswonger Children’s ETSU Thomas Stadium
Hospital Kids’ Run gotrnetn.org
and Bluegrass Half
Marathon For more information on these
thegoosechase.org and other running events, visit
runtricities.org
52A V A I L A B L E EXCLUSIVELY AT DOS GATOS COFFEE
Come Try the life-size version Visit Johnson City to experience the Southern Dozen rides. With restaurants, shops, breweries and more, there’s plenty to keep you occupied during your stay. So rev your engine and start SouthernDozen.com planning your adventure today!
This brand new all-ages science center will offer
fun interactive exhibits that include a two-story
This brand new all-ages science center will offer
climber, a musical Tesla coil, giant building
fun interactive exhibits that include a two-story
blocks, and a maker studio inviting guests
Opening climber, a musical Tesla coil, giant building
to engineer a rocket, create a masterpiece,
blocks, and a maker studio inviting guests
Opening
June 2018!
and uncover something new.
to engineer a rocket, create a masterpiece,
and uncover something new.
June 2018! 1212 Suncrest Dr. • (423) 434-4263
I-26, exit 13 • Gray
1212 Suncrest Dr. • (423) 434-4263
visithandson.org
I-26, exit 13 • Gray
visithandson.org
Gray Fossil Site
Gray Fossil Site
Get up close and personal with an
active Miocene-era fossil dig site
Get up close and personal with an
dating back 4.5 – 7 million years.
active Miocene-era fossil dig site
Enjoy exhibits and programs
dating back 4.5 – 7 million years.
featuring plant and animal fossils
Enjoy exhibits and programs
that have been unearthed at the site.
featuring plant and animal fossils
that have been unearthed at the site.
1212 Suncrest Dr. • (423) 439-3662
I-26, exit 13 • Gray
1212 Suncrest Dr. • (423) 439-3662
gfsm.handsonmuseum.org
I-26, exit 13 • Gray
gfsm.handsonmuseum.org
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