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If I move to the TriCities what is there to do?

Dated: May 17 2025

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📅 Tri-Cities Events Calendar with Links

April

May

  • 🍖 Racks by the Tracks (Kingsport)

    • Combines a BBQ competition, craft beer and wine tastings, live music, and 5K/10K races.

June

  • 🎨 Blue Plum Festival (Johnson City)

    • A two-day downtown celebration with live music, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.

July

  • 🎆 Kingsport Fun Fest (Kingsport)

    • A nine-day community festival featuring concerts, hot air balloons, parades, races, and various family events.

August

  • 🏁 Bass Pro Shops Night Race (Bristol)

    • One of NASCAR's most iconic races held at the Bristol Motor Speedway, known for its high-energy atmosphere.

September

  • 🎶 Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion (Bristol)

    • A three-day music festival celebrating the region's rich musical heritage with performances across multiple stages downtown.


🗺️ City Comparison for Events & Social Life

CityBest ForEvent StrengthsVibe
Johnson CityYoung professionals, students, creativesArts festivals, brew fests, local musicLively, artsy, college-town feel
KingsportFamilies, retirees, working professionalsFun Fest, BBQ festivals, holiday eventsSuburban, friendly, family-first
BristolMusic fans, NASCAR lovers, history buffsRhythm & Roots, NASCAR, country music historyGritty charm, split-state quirkiness


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John Wagner

John is a dedicated real estate professional serving the Tri-Cities of Northeast Tennessee.John was born and raised in Kingsport, Tennessee, and is a graduate of Sullivan Central High School. Although....

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