TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — From concerts, car shows, festivals and celebrations, there are plenty of events happening in and around the Tri-Cities this weekend.
Below are events happening from Friday, August 4 to Sunday, August 6.
Appalachian Trail Vista
From Friday to Sunday, hiking enthusiasts can engage in a variety of hikes, workshops and excursions. East Tennessee State University’s D.P. Culp Center will serve as the home base for the event.
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Carter County’s First Friday Concert
Joey’s Van will perform at Covered Bridge Park starting at 7 p.m.
AACA Hot Bristol Night Car Show
On Friday from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Bristol Tennessee/Virginia, Antique Automobile Club of America – Appalachian Region hosts Hot Bristol Night on State Street.
There is a $20 per vehicle fee. For more information, click here.
Bert Street Concert Series
Luke Whittaker will perform at the Bert Street Concert Series on Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Memorial Park Community Center in Johnson City.
5 x 5 Art Exhibit and Fundraiser
The Johnson City Public Art Committee is hosting its fifth annual 5 x 5 Art Exhibit and Fundraiser on Friday at the Pavilion in Founders Park. The event will feature over 200 artworks by local artists and is set to begin at 5:55 p.m.
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Dog Days River Fest
Hosted by USA Raft Adventure Resort, the Dog Days Riverfest will take place on Friday and Saturday in Erwin. The festival will feature nine bands, food trucks and vendors.
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20th Annual Elizabethton Butterfly Count
On Saturday, meet naturalist Don Hold at Sycamore Shoals for a day-long butterfly count across town.
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End of Summer Bash in Kingsport
Kingsport Parks and Recreation will host an End of Summer Bash on Saturday at the Kingsport Miracle Field.
The free event runs from 7-9 p.m. and will feature kickball, yard games and more.
Benefit Golf Tournament for Spay/Neuter Facility in Carter County
The Friends of the Elizabethton-Carter County Animal Shelter will host the second annual golf tournament at the Elizabethton Golf Course on Saturday. Proceeds will go toward supporting spay/neuter capabilities in Carter County.
Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. For more information, click here.
Johnson City Emancipation Saturday
On Saturday starting at 12 p.m., an Emancipation celebration event will take place in Carver Park. Live music, food, vendors and more will be at the event.
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American Cancer Society hosts Bark for Life / Relay for Life Festival of Hope
American Cancer Society/Relay for Life will host a Festival of Hope and a Bark for Life event on Saturday beginning at 5 p.m. at the Kingsport Farmers Market.
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Atlantic Ale Vintage Market
Atlantic Ale House will host its Handmade & Vintage Market on Sunday at 3 p.m. in Johnson City.
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Nuclear Prayer Day Peace Walk
To commemorate the Hiroshima atomic bombing, the Appalachian Peace Education Center is hosting a prayer vigil & peace walk along the Erwin Linear Trail on Sunday, August 6 at 2:00 p.m.
Johnson City Back 2 School Bash
Johnson City Parks and Recreation, Good Samaritan Ministries, 4thirTEEN, LXI, Rise Up, Coalition for Kids and Kaifah Events are hosting a Back 2 School Bash on Sunday starting at 2 p.m.
The event will be held at the practice fields adjacent to the Freedom Hall Pool and is free and open to the public.