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This Weekend in the Tri-Cities
October 23 – October 25, 2026 · 170 events
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ETSU Soccer Season
East Tennessee State University men's and women's soccer teams compete in the Southern Conference on the Summers-Taylor …
Kingsport Rec Soccer | Fall 26
Registration Open! AHU provides recreational soccer opportunities each spring and fall season. Our mission is to prov…
Appalachian Heritage Photography Exhibition
A juried photographic exhibition at the ETSU Reece Museum featuring documentary and fine art photography capturing conte…
Johnson City Symphony Orchestra - 2026-2027 Season: Energy
The Johnson City Symphony Orchestra announces its 2026-2027 concert series "Energy" — bringing powerful, inspiring perfo…
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Haunting on the Mount
Join us for Haunting on the Mount, our renowned nighttime tour that brings the haunted history of the Capitol of the Sou…
Singo Hosted by Handsome Hodge's Entertainment
Join us at the Tasting Room for Singo, hosted by Handsome Hodge’s Entertainment!
True Crime Game Night
True crime and its the spooky season. What else do you need for great entertainment downtown.
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Magic Show with Award-Winning Magician Joseph Young
Booville Presents: A Magic Show Join us for a magical night at Tiebreakers with Nine-Time Award-Winning Magician Joseph…
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Nosferatu x Radiohead - Silent Synced at The Jackson Theatre
Nosferatu x Radiohead – Silent SyncedOctober 23 — 7:00 PMNosferatu (1922) with Radiohead – A Silent Synced Production Sp…
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Disney's Newsies
It’s time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney’s Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is …
Watkins Home Team 6th Annual Fall Festival
Free admission. The Watkins Team, Real Estate Professionals, hosts its 6th Annual Fall Festival on Friday, October 23 a…
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Nosferatu x Radiohead at The Jackson Theatre
Nosferatu(1922) with Radiohead Silent Synced 6pm event start 7 pm movie SpeakeasyCinema Silents Synced pairs classi…
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Asylum Suite LIVE!
Catch your favorite 80s Rock tunes and some awesome local BBQ. **Abingdon, VA Delta Blues location only**
Dinosaur Park in the Dark
FAMILY FRIENDLY, NOT INTENDED TO BE SCARY! Feel free to dress up as your favorite dinosaur or character for photos. Plea…
Them Dirty Roses (21+)
Born and raised in the Bama clay, these boys are as authentic as they come. Taught how to bend a string and break a hear…
The Hobbs Sisters Live (21+)
Come out for great music, drink, and food! (21+)
Tommy's Express Tunnel of Terror
Things are getting spooky at Tommy’s Express Car Wash! Drive through the Tunnel of Terror at The Pinnacle on Oct. 16–17,…
West Ridge Vs Science Hill Football
Come see West Ridge Play at Home!
Bloody Fork Haunted Attraction
We started as a local haunt fueled by passion and personal sacrifice over six years ago. Today, we’ve grown into an imme…
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Seussical - Theatre for Young Audiences Version
Tickets are now on sale for Seussical – Theatre for Young Audiences Version. You don’t want to miss this exciting event!…
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Orchestra Fall Concert
Join us for the ETSU Orchestra Fall Concert, featuring a program of orchestral works performed by student musicians. Und…
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Haunted Corn Maze and Fall Fun
Come out and see us at the farm this fall! There will be tons of fun, and a few scares too!#cornmaze #HauntedAttractions…
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Deathtrap @ Cameo Theatre
We are excited to present the award-winning and Tony-nominated "Deathtrap" as part of our 2026 Season, and present "Clue…
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Contagious Rocks Live at Tulips
Food & Drink Specials All NightLive Music at 8pm
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Appalachian Trail Bluegrass Band
October air, oak-wood walls, and high-lonesome harmonies. We’re heading home to the legendary Down Home in Johnson City!…
Bristol Ghost Walk
Downtown Bristol, spooky ghost walk at night presented by Bristol Bootique.
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Mr. Fancy
Live Music A little bit country. A little bit rock & roll. ALL Mr. Fancy!
Ongoing this weekend (21 season-long listings)
Exhibits, seasons, and series that span more than a week — collapsed so dated events stay easy to scan.
Southern Appalachian Nature Photography Weekend
A weekend workshop and field photography event bringing together nature photographers at prime locations across the Tri-…
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Tri-Cities Pumpkin Festival
A coordinated October pumpkin festival series visiting Johnson City, Kingsport, and Elizabethton with pumpkin carving co…
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre Fall Season
The Jonesborough Repertory Theatre presents its fall theatrical season in the intimate Chester Inn venue in America's ol…
Heroes of Faith - Lamplight Theatre
An inspiring faith-based musical production. October 2026 at Lamplight Theatre, Kingsport.
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Preschool Story Time
• OCT. 5, 12, 19 & 26:Preschool Story Timeis held at the temporary home of the Kingsport Public Library at the Fort Henr…
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Lapsit Story Time Held
• OCT. 5, 12, 19 & 26:Lapsit Story Timeis held at the Kingsport Public Library at the Fort Henry Mall, Kingsport, Tenn.,…
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Music And Movement Offered
• OCT. 5, 12, 19 & 26:Washington County Public Library, Abingdon, Va., holdsMusic and Movementat 10:30 a.m. For children…
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Monday Night Jam
• OCT. 5, 12, 19 & 26:A Monday Night Jamis held at The Henderson, Marion, Va., at 6 p.m. 276-605-0627, www.thehenderson.…
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Babies And Books
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Babies and Booksis held at the Johnson City Public Library, Johnson City, Tenn., at 9:30 a.m. and …
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Open Quilting
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:OpenQuilting with Karenis held at The Henderson, Marion, Va., from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you are wo…
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Abingdon Story Time
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Washington County Public Library, Abingdon, Va., holdsAbingdon Story timeat 10:30 a.m. Features so…
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Tuesday Story Time
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Tuesday Story Timeis held at the Chilhowie Public Library, Chilhowie, Va., at 11 a.m.276-646-3404,…
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Pre School Story Time
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Pre-School Story Timeis held at the Smyth County Public Library, Marion, Va., at 11 a.m.276-646-34…
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Saltville Library Story Time
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Saltville Library Story Timeis held at the Saltville Public Library, Chilhowie, Va., at 11:30 a.m.…
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Creating Connection
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Creating Connectionis held at The Henderson, Marion, Va., from 12-2 p.m. Join a safe space – free …
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Stories N More
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:The Jonesborough Storytellers Guild presentsStories ‘n Moreat the International Storytelling Cente…
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Open Mic Night
• OCT. 6, 13, 20 & 27:Open Mic Nightis held at O’Mainnin’s Pub, Bristol, Tenn., at 8 p.m. www.believeinbristol.org
Fender's Farm Haunted Events
Fender’s Farm Haunted Activities Ready for a scare? Head to Fender’s Farm in Jonesborough for a night of haunted fun! Ta…
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Carving Club Meets
•OCT. 12 & 26:Carving Clubmeets at Holston Mountain Artisans, Abingdon, Va., from 5:30-7:30 p.m. 276-628-7721, www.holst…
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Steeped In Stories
• OCT. 13 & 27:Steeped in Stories,a monthly author meetup,is held at The Philosopher’s House, Johnson City, Tenn., at 5:…
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Fender's Farm Haunted Events
Fender’s Farm Haunted Activities Ready for a scare? Head to Fender’s Farm in Jonesborough for a night of haunted fun! Ta…
🚚 Food Trucks This Week
Me and K's
— Fri 11:00–14:00 @ ETSU campus area, Johnson City, TN
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Floyd's Snack Shack
— Fri 11:00–14:00 @ ETSU campus area, Johnson City, TN
Lunch service — verify on social media
Opie's Pizza Wagon
— Fri 17:00–21:00 @ Downtown Johnson City, Johnson City
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