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The Upper Cumberland's long-running German-American festival returns for two days of food, music, and community celebration. The festival runs from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM Friday and Saturday at the Knights of Columbus grounds east of downtown Crossville.
The regional Bigfoot celebration expands to two days with live music, unusual vendors, local food trucks, crafts, contests, and family-friendly festival activities.
Nearby & regional
These events do not directly belong to Crossville.
Cookeville's weekly farmers market returns for the spring season with local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, and handmade crafts. Opens every Saturday morning through October.
FreeThe Cookeville History Museum presents a rotating exhibit about Rosenwald schools from September 28 through November 20. Visit free during regular museum hours, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
FreeCookeville's free outdoor Shakespeare tradition returns for its 22nd season. Performances begin at 7 PM on October 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, and 10. The October 10 finale also includes an all-day festival with themed vendors. Bring chairs, blankets, or a picnic.
FreeEnjoy free live music at the Cookeville Depot Museum from 11:30 AM to 1 PM on October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Admission is free, with an optional $10 lunch available onsite and drinks for $1.
FreeExplore downtown Cookeville's history with a guided "hike" between the Cookeville Depot Museum and the Cookeville History Museum on Broad Street. The season's final hike, held the second Saturday of the month from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Free and open to all ages.
FreeSparta honors its bluegrass heritage with a free full day of national, international, and regional bluegrass artists performing downtown. More than 100 food and craft booths surround the main stage in front of the historic Oldham Theater.
FreeDowntown Smithville welcomes fall from 10 AM to 3 PM with a free mini pumpkin patch, arts and crafts vendors, and food trucks.
Tennessee Tech hosts Furman at Tucker Stadium in Southern Conference play. Kickoff is 1:30 PM.
Tennessee Tech hosts Eastern Kentucky at Tucker Stadium. Kickoff is 1:30 PM.
WCTE's 19th annual Halloween-themed race starts at 7 AM on the Tennessee Tech campus, with a half marathon, 3-person relay, and 5K. Costumes are encouraged. Registered runners can get a discounted ticket to Blues & Brews later that afternoon.
The annual Blues & Brews festival at Trackside on the West Side brings together 80+ craft beers from local and regional breweries alongside live blues music and local food vendors - all benefiting WCTE PBS, the Upper Cumberland's public television station. One of the best fall events on Cookeville's calendar.
The last Friday in October turns the courthouse square into a Cajun lunch, with teams serving gumbo, jambalaya, and red beans and rice. Tickets include a handmade ceramic bowl and an all-you-can-eat lunch, with proceeds supporting Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity. Hours are 11 AM to 1 PM.
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