Events in the Tri-Cities: Things to Do This Week in Johnson City, Kingsport & Bristol

Events in the Tri-Cities

Things to Do | May 20–28, 2026

Johnson City • Kingsport • Bristol TN/VA & Surrounding Region

Published: Wednesday, May 20, 2026

The latest local events, news & happenings are here!

Wednesday 5/20

• Jazz and Jam with Sam West — Cascade Draft House, 828 State St, Bristol TN | 7–11 PM
• Kingsport Farmers Market — 308 Clinchfield St, Kingsport | 7 AM–1 PM

Friday 5/22

• Public Works Day at Kingsport Farmers Market — Kingsport Farmers Market, 308 Clinchfield St | 10 AM–2 PM
• Music on the Square - Jonesborough
• Live Music at Gypsy Circus Cider — 2645 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport (live music every Fri & Sat — check Facebook for act)

Saturday 5/23

• 🏊Kingsport Aquatic Center — Full Season Opens! — 1820 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport | 11 AM–6 PM
• Barre on the Barge at Bays Mountain — Bays Mountain Park, Kingsport | 10 AM
• Live Music at Gypsy Circus Cider — 2645 Fort Henry Dr, Kingsport (check Facebook for act)
• Wetlands Water Park Opening Day 2026 - Jonesborough

Monday 5/25

• Memorial Day Yoga Hike - Bays Mountain Park, Kingsport
• Memorial Day Bash - Lakeview Marina & Marker 2 Grille

FURTHER OUT

Friday 5/29

• Smoky Mountain Fan Fest — Day 1 — MeadowView Convention Center, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport | Starts 1 PM (through May 31 — 7th annual comic con, 8,000+ attendees)
• Twilight Alive — Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute (FREE) — Broad St, Downtown Kingsport | 7 PM (free outdoor concert series)
• Ja Rule — 21+ — Hard Rock Live, Bristol VA | 7 PM

Saturday 5/30

• Smoky Mountain Fan Fest — Day 2 — MeadowView Convention Center, Kingsport
• Kingsport Farmers Market — 308 Clinchfield St | 7 AM–1 PM
• Bristol Farmers Market — 810 State St, Bristol VA | 8 AM–Noon

Sunday 5/31

• Smoky Mountain Fan Fest — Day 3 — MeadowView Convention Center, Kingsport (final day)

UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS - Next 3 Weeks

• June 5 - First Fridays: Game Night Downtown Bristol
• June 12–14 - NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Bristol Dragway
• June 19 - Paint & Pints on the Porch — Blue Ridge Swing Johnson City
• June 26 - Twilight Alive — HOOCH Broad St, Kingsport (FREE)
• July 10–11 - Smoky Mountains Rodeo Showdown Bristol Motor Speedway
• July 11–13 - Fun Fest Block Party Weekend Kingsport
• July 17–25 - Kingsport Fun Fest 2026 Kingsport
• Sept. 11–13 - Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Downtown Bristol
• Sept. 17–19 - Bass Pro Shops NASCAR Night Race Bristol Motor Speedway
  
  

RECURRING EVENTS

• Twilight Alive Kingsport Concert Series
• Creative night - Wednesdays at Inspire Wine Bar
• Events & Lounge Visit Booking at Boops & Beans Cat Cafe
• Classes & Workshops at The Inventor Center
• Yoga + Dogs at Off Leash Social 
• Silent Book Club JC at The Philosopher's House
• Upcoming Music & Events at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol
• Weekly Open Jam at Ralph Blizard Museum
• Summer Events at Lakeview Marina
• Taco Trek - All Ages Bike Ride at Trek Johnson City
• Washington County Public Library
• Kingsport Public Library
• Sullivan County Public Library
• Johnson City Public Library
  

FARMERS MARKETS

• Jonesborough
• Kingsport
• Johnson City
• Bristol
  
  

PARKS

• Bays Mountain
• Warrior's Path
• Kingsport Greenbelt
• Steele Creek 
• Sugar Hollow
• Sycamore Shoals
• Hungry Mother
• Natural Tunnel
• Roan Mountain
• Wilderness Road
• Buffalo Mountain

TRI-CITIES REAL ESTATE

If you’d like to see any of the properties on the lists below (or if you’d like to know more about buying, selling, or investing in real estate) just text 423.823.1349 to talk to a Realtor®.

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Have a great weekend!