My Tennessee Story

Ferris wheels. Music. Live shows. Carnival food. All of these things can only mean one thing: It’s county fair season! If you didn’t have plans this weekend, you do now. Check out one of these fun fairs happening in your area:

 Franklin County Fair in Winchester, now through Aug. 20
 Fentress County Agricultural Fair in Jamestown, Aug. 21-27
 Obion County Fair in Union City, now through Aug. 20
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We cannot wait to share all of the cool concerts and events awaiting you this weekend in Tennessee:

Music fans from across the world are already gearing up for this year’s International Rockabilly Festival to be held Aug. 5 and 6 in Jackson. Bands from three continents will hit the stage during the popular 10th annual event. International music acts include Ulf Neilson and the Cadillac Angels of Sweden; Os Rebeldes… Read More

Hello, blog readers! The saying is definitely true, “Time flies when you’re having fun!” We’re already on the brink of August and there’s no better place to be at this time than in good ol’ Tennessee. Sure, we’re in the dead heat of summer, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have big fun in regions across the state!

So without further ado, here’s what you have to look forward to in the awesome month… Read More

The weather forecast for Tennessee says it’s only going to get hotter as summer continues. But we’re not going to let rising temperatures keep us from all the fun this weekend, are we? Grab your sunscreen and water bottle and gear up for some Tennessee summer amusement.

This Friday, July 22, head on over to the Morristown Main Street Festival in East Tennessee. On the fourth Friday of the… Read More

Reward yourself for a job well this work week by jumping into some Tennessee fun this weekend. You know you deserve to have an amazing time out with your family and friends!

Head to Jackson for the Rock and Roll My Soul concert at Casey Jones Village July 16. This event is in partnership with Musicians Care Network, which helps working musicians receive basic healthcare services. The concert lineup includes… Read More

Did you hear the news? Travel + Leisure announced this week their 2011 World’s Best awards, crowning Tennessee’s Blackberry Farm the No. 1 resort in North America! What great news for Tennessee tourism! The World’s Best list is generated as a result of Travel + Leisure readers who annually cast their votes for their favorite hotels, destinations, airlines, cruises, outfitters and transportation companies in the world. The news set the social… Read More

If there’s one thing that reminds you of summer, it’s the tasty, cool treats that make this season so special. Everyone’s got a picture of themselves as a kid with an ice cream cone melting down their hands in a sloppy, sticky mess. So in a sense, the cool treats keep us in a constant state of nostalgia all summer long.

Check out these cool places across the state where you can pick up… Read More

The historic Franklin Theatre reopens today after a four-year restoration project. To celebrate, a 1930s-themed celebration will be held in its honor in downtown Franklin throughout the entire weekend. Parents: Brings your kiddos with you to enjoy in the family-friendly festivities!

Outdoor activities for the Franklin Theatre’s grand reopening will include free, live entertainment as well as extended hours for Franklin’s downtown merchants and restaurants. A swing band will perform on a stage constructed adjacent… Read More

Holidays in Tennessee remind you why visiting - or exploring new sites and sounds if you’re a native - never gets old. This Memorial Day weekend, toss your cares aside and enjoy the long weekend with your friends and families at the following events:

• Early summer shopping sales at the Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale at Belz Outlet and the Loretta Lynn Concert held May 27 at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge
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It’s no surprise families across the country are looking for affordable vacation options this summer. If you find yourself in the western region of the state, the city of Jackson gives you small-town charm and big fun all wrapped into one.

Located in the center of West Tennessee between Nashville and Memphis, Jackson entices its visitors with the total package: music, history, nature, shopping and food. The city is home to legendary Carl Perkins, the… Read More