Special events are one way that Rutherford County comes together to celebrate its rich and diverse heritage. From festivals and horse shows to sporting events and civil war demonstrations, there is always something exciting happening in Rutherford County.
Click one of the months below to see what's happening for that month.
Celebration Under the Stars |
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July 04, 2009
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| Held at McKnight Park, 120 DeJarnette Lane, Murfreesboro. 5:00 p.m., Family fun, activities and fireworks to celebrate America's Birthday.Contact: Marlane Sewell, Parks and Rec, 615-893-2141
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School of the Soldier at the Sam Davis Home |
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July 06, 2009 - July 10, 2009
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| Held at the Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna. Boys ages 10-14 have the opportunity to learn about the Civil War and its impact on everyday life in Tennessee. Actual and reproduction artifacts will be used to demonstrate how soldiers and civilians lived during this period of our history. Contact: Sam Davis Home, (615) 459-2341 |
| www.samdavishome.org |
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Antebellum Academy presented by Oaklands Historic House Museum |
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July 06, 2009 - July 10, 2009
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| Held at Oaklands Historic House Museum, 900 North Maney Avenue, Murfreesboro. This week long camp is available for girls ages 13 and up. The girls will have classes in etiquette, dance, penmanship, music, art and needlework. Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact: Oaklands Historic House Museum, (615) 893-0022 |
| www.oaklandsmuseum.org |
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Girls Etiquette School |
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July 06, 2009 - July 10, 2009
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| Held at the Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna.
Contact: Sam Davis Home, (615) 459-2341 |
| www.samdavishome.org |
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US Team Roping Championship Eastern Finals |
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July 09, 2009 - July 12, 2009
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| Held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 403-B West Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. Free admission. Contact: Miller Coliseum, (615) 494-8879 |
| www.ustrc.com |
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"Traveling Down the Road" Concert |
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July 09, 2009
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| Held at Dillon Park, just of Highway 70, Woodbury, TN. "Uncle" Doc Wilhite leads an all star, talented young crew of old time pickers, including Phillip Steinmetz, Robert Montgomery and Jeremy Stevens in this official opening event of Uncle Dave Macon Days. 7:30 p.m., Admission: $5 for adults, Childen 12 and under free. Bring your lawn chair and picnic basket for this energetic show!
Contact: The Arts Center of Cannon County, (615) 563-2788 |
| www.artscenterofcc.com |
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32nd Annual Uncle Dave Macon Days Festival |
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July 10, 2009 - July 12, 2009
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| Cannonsburgh Village, 312 South Front Street, Murfreesboro. This free old-time music and dance festival is one of the very few old-time festivals in the country, featuring the National Championships in Old-Time Banjo, Old-Time Buck Dancing and Old-Time Clogging. You will enjoy juried arts and crafts, specialty foods and impromptu jam sessions throughout the village on Friday and Saturday. The Motorless Parade takes place on Saturday morning. The prestigious Heritage Award is presented on Saturday evening. Other exhibits taking place during the festival include the Macon Memories historic photo exhibit, clogging demonstrations and Shape-note singing in the little white country church. The Gospel Showcase and Ministry Fair takes place on Sunday. Contact: Gloria Christy, (615) 893-2369 |
| www.uncledavemacondays.com |
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Hallowed Ground: A Lantern Tour of Stones River National Cemetery |
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July 11, 2009
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| Held at the Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Highway, Murfreesboro.Hallowed Ground is an hour long tour through the Stones River National Cemetery. Visitors will learn to look beyond the stones and into the stories of the men and women who felt the impact of war. Reservations are required and must be made by phone starting at 9:00 a.m. the Monday preceding the program. Contact: Stones River National Battlefield, (615) 893-9501 |
| www.nps.gov/stri |
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42nd Annual Murfreesboro Antique Show |
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July 17, 2009 - July 19, 2009
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| Held at the Murphy Center, MTSU campus, Murfreesboro, TN. Quality glassware, furniture, silver, china, crystal, door prizes, silver and metal repair and restoration. Admission: $10.00-good for all three days. Friday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sunday, 12:00 noon a.m.-4:00 p.m. Proceeds will go to support local charities, including Habitat for Humanity, Room at the Inn and Rutherford Books from Birth.
Contact: Michael Weaver, (404) 386-8940 |
| www.murfreesboroantiquescene.com |
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Artillery Battery Programs |
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July 18, 2009 - July 19, 2009
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| Held at the Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Highway, Murfreesboro. Artillery played a decisive role in the Battle of Stones River. Visitors will hear the story of the Union cannoneers and see a battery (4-6 cannon) in action. Contact: Stones River National Battlefield, (615)893-9501 |
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Science and Nature Camp |
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July 20, 2009 - July 24, 2009
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| Held at the Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna.
Contact: Sam Davis Home, (615) 459-2341 |
| www.samdavishome.org |
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Hallowed Ground: A Lantern Light Tour of the Stones River National Cemetery |
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July 25, 2009
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| Held at the Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Highway, Murfreesboro. Hallowed Ground is an hour long tour through the Stones River National Cemetery. Visitors will learn to look beyond the stones and into the stories of the men and women who felt the impact of war. Reservations are required and must be made by phone starting at 9:00 a.m. the Monday preceding the program. Contact: Stones River National Battlefield, (615) 893-9501 |
| www.nps.gov/stri |
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Tire World/La Vergne Rotary/DARE Car Show |
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July 25, 2009
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| Held at Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The event will take place rain or shine.
Contact: Baker Raborn, (615) 459-4145 |
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31st Annual International Grand Championship Pleasure and Colt Show |
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July 25, 2009 - August 01, 2009
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| Held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 403-B West Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. One of the greatest Walking Horse Shows in Tennessee. Contact WHOA at (615)494-8822 |
| www.walkinghorseowners.com |
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MurfMadness Basketball Tournament |
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July 25, 2009 - July 26, 2009
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| 1,000 players from across the Southeast and over 5,000 spectators are expected at the 2009 MurfMadness event. With activities for the whole family, shopping, music, great food, and spectacular basketball, it's truly the King of all 3-on-3. For hotel reservations, call Embassy Suites at (615)890-4464. Children's play area, Top Men's and Women's court (collegiate level), Media Division, and the crowd pleasing Slama-Rama Dunkaroo Contest. Shooting contests like the 3pt and everyone's favorite backyard special, Around the World! Contact: (615) 631-5312 |
| www.murfmadness.com |
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Hallowed Ground: A Lantern Tour of Stones River National Cemetery |
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August 08, 2009
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| Held at the Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Highway, Murfreesboro. Hallowed Ground is an hour long tour through the Stones River National Cemetery. Visitors will learn to look beyond the stones and into the stories of the men and women who felt the impact of war. Reservations are required and must be made by phone starting at 9:00 a.m. the Monday preceding the program. Contact: Stones River National Battlefield, (615)893-9501 |
| www.nps.gov/stri |
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Country Horse Show |
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August 08, 2009
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| Held at the Eagleville Tractor Show Grounds, 747 Chapel Hill Pike, Eagleville. Contact: Don Lamb, (615) 347-1562 |
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Howl at the Moon 5K run |
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August 14, 2009
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| Held at Veteran's Memorial Park, 115 Floyd Mayfield Drive, La Vergne. 8:00 p.m. Contact: Angie Mayes, (615) 287-8690 |
| www.lavergne.org |
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National Pole Bending Championship |
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August 14, 2009 - August 16, 2009
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| Held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 403-B West Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. Free admission. Contact: Miller Coliseum, (615) 494-8879 |
| www.polebending.org |
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Man of Constant Sorrow |
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August 14, 2009 - August 29, 2009
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| Held at the Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy, Woodbury, TN. "Man of Constant Sorrow" reveals the struggle of Ralph Stanley and his older brother Carter, to find an audience for their music at a time when bluegrass and mountain music were being rapidly replaced by country and rock. This funny and touching story contains some of the great original, classic, and traditional songs like: Man of Constant Sorrow, O Death, Rank Stranger, Amazing Grace, How Mountain Girls Can Love, White Dove, Angel Band, and a host of other Stanley Brothers' songs that will have you singing' along and flat-footing in the aisles.
Contact: The Arts Center of Cannon County, (615) 563-2787 |
| www.artscenterofcc.com |
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Hallowed Ground: A Lantern Tour of Stones River National Cemetery |
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August 22, 2009
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| Held at the Stones River National Battlefield, 3501 Old Nashville Highway, Murfreesboro. Hallowed Ground is an hour long tour through the Stones River National Cemetery. Visitors will learn to look beyond the stones and into the stories of the men and women who felt the impact of war. Reservations are required and must be made by phone starting at 9:00 a.m. the Monday preceding the program. Contact: Stones River National Battlefield, (615) 893-9501 |
| www.nps.gov/stri |
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Dinner and Movie Night |
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August 22, 2009
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| Held at the Sam Davis Home, 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna. Enjoy a classic Southern film and meal when you visit the Sam Davis Home for the Dinner and Movie Night. Please call for details about movie and evening events. Admission will be charged.
Contact: Sam Davis Home, (615) 459-2341 |
| www.samdavishome.org |
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71st Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration |
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August 26, 2009 - September 05, 2009
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| The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration® takes place each year during the 11 days and nights prior to Labor Day. It is the premier event for the Tennessee Walking Horse, during which the breed's World Grand Champion® and some 20 World Champions are named. It is a festival event, encompassing exciting classes in competition where more than $650,000 in prizes and awards are given. Other activities include a barn decorating contest, a trade fair and a dog show. Contact: The Celebration, P. O. Box 1010, Shelbyville, TN 37162, (931) 684-5915 |
| www.twhnc.com |
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Tennessee Cowboy Mounted Shooting South Central Raegional Championship |
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August 28, 2009 - August 30, 2009
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| Held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 403-B West Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. Free admission. Contact: Miller Coliseum, (615) 494-8879 |
| www.tncmsa.com |
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Elk Valley Cowboy Mounted Shooting |
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September 01, 2009
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| Held at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum, 403-B West Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro. Free admission. Contact: Miller Coliseum, (615) 494-8879 |
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