TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — Warmer days are making a comeback this weekend, and there are plenty of events, indoor and outdoor, going on in the area.
Below are events happening in and around the Tri-Cities from Friday, August 11 to Saturday, August 12.
Johnson City Junction Days
Businesses in downtown Johnson City will transform into stations, offering a variety of events on Friday and Saturday. Events include poetry readings, movie showings, pop-up vendors, drinks, food and more.
For a complete list of businesses participating in the event, click here.
Border Bash
The final Border Bash of the season will take place Friday starting at 6 p.m. at the Downtown Center on State Street in Bristol. The event will feature live music, crafters, concessions, children’s activities and more.
For more information, click here.
Bristol Food Truck Park Back to School Bash
Bristol Food Truck Park and American Realty will host a Back to School Bash on Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the food truck park in Bristol, Virginia.
The bash will feature food, inflatables, activities and giveaways of school supplies to students and teachers.
Bristol Motor Speedway Employee Garage Sale
On Saturday from 7 a.m. — 2 p.m., Bristol Motor Speedway employees will host a garage sale.
The sale will take place in the south building (entrance 2) and is open to the public.
Michael Waltrip Bristol Sunshine Festival
The second annual Bristol Sunshine Festival will take place at Michael Waltrip Brewing in Bristol, Virginia on Saturday.
The festival will feature a car show, swap meet with trophies in 20 categories, live music and more. The event is free for all ages and starts at noon.
Summer Social in the Old Jonesborough Cemetery
The Heritage Alliance will host a Summer Social in the Old Jonesborough Cemetery on Saturday from 6 — 8 p.m.
The social will have tour guides in costumes, ice cream and more.
For more information, click here.
Crumley House Polynesian Beach Party
The rehabilitation center’s largest and most significant fundraiser of the year takes place on Saturday. The Polynesian-themed party will feature, island food, music, dancing, auctions and more.
The event begins at 6 p.m. at Cherokee Creek Farm in Jonesborough. The event is ticketed. For more information, click here.
Paws & Pints
The Washington County, Johnson City Animal Shelter and the Young Professionals of Johnson City are hosting the inaugural Paws & Pints on Saturday at Atlantic Ale House.
Attendees can play with or adopt puppies and kittens while enjoying a cold beverage and learning about animal health and wellness.
The event starts at 5 p.m.
Tweetsie Trail Jams
Tweetsie Trail Jams and the City of Elizabethton will host Casting Crowns and Jordan Feliz on Saturday starting at 7 p.m. at Citizens Bank Stadium.
Over 5,000 people are expected to attend the concert and traffic advisories are in place.
Covered Bridge Jams
My New Favorites will perform at Saturday’s Covered Bridge Jams concert.
The concert starts at 7 p.m. in Covered Bridge Park.
