Spring Happenings
Spring Events and Festivals
Experience the fresh new adventures blooming at Tennessee State Parks this spring. Enjoy the warmer weather with a variety of festivals, events, and activities. From overnight canoe floats to wildflower hikes, there's an adventure waiting.
Celebrate the Season with Spring Festivals
From live music and local food to family-friendly fun, spring festivals at Tennessee State Parks bring the season to life. Explore the events below to discover where the next celebration is happening.
Festivals
Hit the Water
Take to the water with guided paddling trips and boating events across Tennessee State Parks. From peaceful lake floats to Ranger-led river adventures, there’s no better way to experience the season than from the water.
Boating and Paddling
After Dark Adventures in the Parks
Experience parks in a whole new way with special Ranger-led programs after-hours. Discover nocturnal wildlife, moonlit trails, and starry skies in the events below.
Night Hikes and Activities
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Step Into Tennessee's Story
Experience guided tours and demonstrations that bring Tennessee’s natural and cultural history to life. Explore the events below to learn about the people, places, and stories that shaped our state.
History
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Explore Historical Tours
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Port Royal Tours
Learn about Port Royal's role in state and national history with historical interpretive tours with a Park Ranger. Every weekend, the park hosts multiple tours for guests to learn about significant moments that occurred in the area.
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Sgt. Alvin C. York Tours
Explore the stories and places that shaped Alvin C. York’s life on guided tours offered throughout the week. Walk through the York home on a 45-minute daily tour, or follow a park guide through the Wolf River Valley on weekend driving tours featuring meaningful historic stops.
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Miller Farmstead Tours
Step back in time at Miller Farmstead inside Roan Mountain State Park, a National Register of Historic Places site that shares the story of early 20th-century Appalachian subsistence farmers. Guided tours offer a glimpse into daily life on the farmstead and the generations who called Roan Mountain home.
Try Something New in the Great Outdoors
These hands-on programs help you learn and build new skills while having fun. Find an event below and discover a new hobby you can enjoy all year long.
Learn a New Skill
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Your Next Adventure Starts Here
These events are built for thrill-seekers and nature lovers. Dive into the adventures below and find the perfect way to get your heart pumping.
Adventure
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
Give Back to the Parks You Love
Join volunteer events that help protect and preserve Tennessee’s natural spaces. Explore the opportunities below to get involved and make a difference.
Volunteer
