Upcoming Events
Second Annual Art Walk on West Walnut
The Shoppes on West Walnut Present the Second Annual Art Walk on West Walnut
Smithville, TN – Eat. Shop. Drink. Music. That’s what you can expect when artisans and vendors descend upon Walnut Street in Historic Downtown Smithville, Tennessee, on Friday, September 29, 2023, for the second Art Walk on West Walnut. The Harvester Performance and Event Center opens for Happy Hour at 4pm before the Art Walk on West Walnut commences at 6pm. The street will become a safe-walking pedestrian area, akin to a European Street Fair, with the festivities occurring from 6pm-10pm. A variety of local and regional artists (visual arts, woodworkers, luthiers, etc.) are slated to attend, as you enjoy a live music performance in the street.
This event is free and open to the public, with local food and beverage options available for purchase. As The Shoppes on West Walnut assemble artists and students, there’s no doubt you’ll see top-notch pieces – it’s never too early to shop for the holidays, or for yourself! So, make plans to join us at the second Art Walk on West Walnut on Friday, September 29! If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, please contact Karyn Walker at 615-438-6062, or theartsgaragetn@gmail.com.
Margaritas & Mariachi at the Harvester
Join us as at the Harvester to kickoff the weekend at another round of ‘Finally Fridays’ with Margaritas & Mariachi on 9/15, with festive drinks, foods, and live music as we recognize Mexican Heritage (& their Independence Day) with a Mariachi Band of trumpeters, guitarists, and more, in Downtown Smithville! More details coming soon.
Doors, Tio's Taco Truck, and bar service (featuring Mexican cocktails and beers) start at 4pm
Live music starts at 5pm
Mariachi band at 6:30pm (more details to come)
Ages 18 and up
52nd Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree
SMITHVILLE FIDDLERS' JAMBOREE®
"The Official Festival for the State of Tennessee", June 30-July 1, 2023 (Held annually on the Friday and Saturday nearest the Fourth of July)
Since its beginning in 1972, the old-time Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Crafts Festival has grown into a major event, drawing hundreds of musicians and crafts people, as well as many thousands of spectators from throughout the world. The festival began as a small town event, as a way to celebrate the Independence Holiday, just as generations before had done on the Court Square. It continues that tradition today – a throwback to days gone by – paying homage to the music and art of our ancestors, reminding us of the simple pleasures to be had from gathering together and enjoying the pure, unadulterated sound of live Appalachian music. The energy of these timeless bluegrass tunes can’t be denied as they ring through the streets and bounce off the downtown buildings of Smithville, pop. 4,305. This small southern town is as friendly as it gets and proudly welcomes the visitors that swell its population many times over each July. You’re specially invited to come and experience this unforgettable event. Peruse the wide variety of crafts booths, grab a barbecue sandwich or a corn dog and an ice cold lemonade, find a seat near the stage, and sit back and enjoy one of the best free shows around…we guarantee your toes will be tappin’ in no time!