TENNESSEE:   January/February/March   -   April   -   May

June/July/August   -   September   -   OCTOBER   -   November/Dec.
 

2023 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2023
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
(see also: 2021  -  2020  -  2019  -  2018  -  2017)

October 6-7, 2023
Annual Unicoi County Apple Festival  - Erwin, Tennessee
This year’s festival includes over 350 arts and crafts vendors from around the country featuring painting, photography, wood-turning, sculpture, metal crafts, jewelry, blown glass and much more.  In addition, three food courts are located throughout the festival grounds so attendees may enjoy festival foods, beverages and specialty cuisine.  3 entertainment stages featuring live music perfectly complement the arts and crafts atmosphere.  A large children’s area complete with rides and activities is included in the festival for both the young and young-at heart.  A wide array of tournaments are featured including the NFS 4-Mile Race, Farm Bureau Tennis Tournament, Clinchfield Senior Adult Center Cornhole Tournament, Erwin Record Photography Contest, Chamber of Commerce Cooking Contest and Apple Dumpling Contest.  Attendance: 110,000.

October 7, 2023 - Nashville Wing a Ding Ding Festival
Nashville, Tennessee
Wing a Ding Ding Fried Chicken and Wing Festival is Here –We got what you’re hankering for – from Hot Nashville to Cajun Spicy, Crunchy Southern Fried too and maybe some crispy Korean – Hoooweeee – Mild, Medium, Hot or Xxxtra Hot – Crispy, Crunchy, Sweet or Spicey – We Gotcha covered! We’ll have plentay of craft beer, hard cider, wine or some soft stuff for you tee-totalers!

October 7, 2023  32nd Annual Great Pumpkin Festival and Weigh-Off
Allardt, Tennessee
Crafts festival, entertainment, parade, car and motorcycle show, and the weigh-off of giant pumpkins for world record consideration.

October 7, 2023  8th Annual Wine on the River - Memphis, Tennessee
From 5pm to 9pm as we travel through different regions spanning the globe at a new location at Tom Lee Park in Downtown Memphis. Sample wine from National and International vineyards. There is an “Around the World” theme focusing on cultural regions with wine and food in each selected area. Live music entertainment and lots of fun to benefit Door of Hope.

October 7-8, 2023  National Banana Pudding Festival & Cook-Off
Centerville, Tennessee
Fun Activities for the kids.  Arts and Crafts. National Banana Pudding Cook-Off  in front of a live audience.  National Banana Pudding Cook Off Auction.  Puddin’ Path – sample 8 different puddings made by local nonprofits and oh how good!  Lots of really good Southern comfort food Come taste the sweetness!  2 Stages of Entertainment.

October 9-13, 2023 - National School Lunch Week - Nationwide
School Nutrition Association.

October 13-14, 2023  Annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue - Lynchburg, Tennessee
The good people of Lynchburg have joined the folks at Jack Daniel Distillery to host the annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue – what many have called the most prestigious barbecue competition in the world.  Attendance: 25,000.
 

October 13-14, 2023  Annual Goats Music & More Festival
Lewisburg, Tennessee
Top-notch free musical entertainment, goat shows that celebrate fainting and Boer goats, sanctioned barbecue, food of every description, Goat Gallop run, arts & crafts and kids' activities.

October 14-15, 2023 - Chattanooga VegFest - Chattanooga, Tennessee

October 14-21, 2023  Obion County Fall Fest - Union City, Tennessee
Fun Run, Pet Parade, Art in the Park, Tyson Chicken Cook Off, Cornhole Tournament, CornFest Idol, Corn Eating & Shucking Contests.

October 20-21, 2023  Crossville Oktoberfest - Crossville, Tennessee
This annual event is well known for its great German food & beverages and continuous dancing & listening music from great German polka bands. This festival is rated one of the most authentic Oktoberfests in the area.

October 21, 2023  Annual Tennessee Beer, Wine & Shine Festival
Nashville, Tennessee
Held at Two Rivers Mansion with 34 different breweries offering a selection of 90-100 different beers. Music, education and artisan booths

October 21-22, 2023  Cleveland Apple Festival - Cleveland, Tennessee
This annual festival offers a juried art and craft show, live music, pie eating and dessert contests, food booths, pony and hay rides, entertainment, children's activities and much more!
 

2021 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2021
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

October 2-3, 2021  Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament: Fall
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
The Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is open to adults or children – and equally challenging for both visitors and locals, with multiple categories to be contested in this largest trout tournament in the Smokies. All Gatlinburg and state fishing regulations will be observed.
 

2020 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2020
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

October 27, 2020  Flavors of Nashville - Nashville, Tennessee
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS.  Flavors is a culinary experience that goes beyond the traditional gala and provides each table of attendees with a local chef who will prepare a multi-course dinner tableside. The meal that is delivered will showcase the signature dishes of our culinary experts and take you beyond the usual restaurant fare. Unleash your inner "foodie" and experience a distinct evening of dining while helping to fund the research, education and advocacy efforts of the American Liver Foundation.
 

2019 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2019
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

October 3-27, 2019  THE GLOW: A Jack O' Lantern Experience
Nashville, Tennessee
THE GLOW features an enchanting and unforgettable wonderland of more than 5,000 hand carved, illuminated pumpkins transformed into beautiful landscapes, iconic figures and larger than life jack o’ lantern structures.  Stroll down Jack’s Lane with a fall beverage and marvel at the amazing details created by our talented artists! These glowing gourds are the perfect backdrop for a few fall photos too, so grab your camera and GLOW with us!
 

2018 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2018
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

October 6-7, 2018 - 32nd Annual Harvest Street Festival
Newport, Tennessee
The streets of Downtown, Newport TN will be filled with people, food, crafts and entertainment! Among the music will be traditional, contemporary and gospel.  As you stroll through the streets of downtown Newport, you will have opportunity to purchase many wares of local and regional crafters.  Everything from coveted cookbooks full of recipes from some of the best cooks around, oil paintings, pencil drawings, children’s toys, face painting, décor, and many other handmade items will be on display.  When you have wrapped up your shopping, let the kids stop by the Kiddie Land, located off the food court, and hop in the bounce house, enjoy a fast ride down one of the slides, joust your friend, and play some ball.

October 27, 2018 - Best Memphis Burger Fest - Memphis, Tennessee
Best Memphis Burger Fest is Memphis' biggest and best in eating and cooking competitions. Live music.
 

2017 TENNESSEE: OCTOBER 2017
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates

October 12-29, 2017 - THE GLOW: A Jack O' Lantern Experience
Nashville, Tennessee
THE GLOW features an enchanting and unforgettable wonderland of more than 5,000 hand carved, illuminated pumpkins transformed into beautiful landscapes, iconic figures and larger than life jack o’ lantern structures.  Stroll down Jack’s Lane with a fall beverage and marvel at the amazing details created by our talented artists! These glowing gourds are the perfect backdrop for a few fall photos too, so grab your camera and GLOW with us!

October 28, 2017  Annual Kiwanis of Columbia Chili Cook-Off
Columbia, Tennessee