P. O. Box 2411
Cookeville, TN 38502
Phone: 931-537-5347
Fax: 931-537-6891
tourism@uppercumberland.org
www.uppercumberland.org
"Sweet May hath come to love us,
Flowers, trees, their blossoms don;
And through the blue heavens above us
The very clouds move on."
Heinrich Heine, Book of Songs
Historic Granville May Schedule
Saturday Bluegrass at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Enjoy Sutton Ole Time Music Hour starting at 6:00 pm at the Sutton General Store in Granville.
Come for an evening of music and the very best in Tennessee’s Southern Cooking in the Sutton
General Store’s Dining Room. We serve at 5:00 & at 6:30 pm.
May 09
The Glade City Rounders
May 16
The Davenport Brothers
May 23
John Tomlin & Company
May 30
Avery Trace
May 06
Learn to "Restore and Refinish" furniture. The class is being taught by an experienced woodworker
from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
May 23
16th Granville Heritage Day
One of Tennessee's largest & best festivals includes: Antique Car Show on banks of Cumberland
River & Cordell Hull Lake; Antique Tractor & Engine Show - Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass
Festival; Sutton Homestead Pioneer Village featuring Craftsmen of Yesteryear
Civil War Living History Demonstrations; Arts Festival; Parade; Craft Booths; Children's Rides;
Memorial Service,
At Sutton Homestead Historic Home featuring "Woman's Work is Never Done"
May 22 – 24
Cumberland River Cruises
Relaxing scenic boat excursions with interesting facts and stories. If you have never locked through
a dam, the Friday & Sunday morning excursions are a truly unique experience
For more information on all Granville events call 931-653-4151 or see www.granvilletn.com
May 07
Poke Sallet Festival in Downtown Gainesboro
“The Oldest Poke Sallet Festival in the state of Tennessee” starts at 12 noon Thursday.
Friday, May 8 at 9:00 am and Sat, May 9 at 9:00 am In Historical Downtown Gainesboro
Beauty Pageant, Rides, Games, Live Entertainment, Car Show, Tractor Show, Iris Show, Terrapin
Race, Petting Zoo, The Famous Outhouse Race, Poke Sallet Eating Contest, Poke Sallet Cook-Off,
Crosscut Saw Competition. Food and fun for the whole family.
May 08
The Spring Fling on the Square in Woodbury
The Old Feed Store Antique Mall located on Water Street will hold their annual Spring Fling
celebrating 10 years in business featuring discounts; door prizes and The Gathering Place Café will
be open for lunch on Saturday May 9 from 11 to 3. This year Merchants will participate with door
prizes, discounts and surprises of their own.
Cumberland County Playhouse 50th season in May
Until Jun 09
“Ring of Fire”
Back by popular demand, again featuring Kellye Cash, Tennessee's Miss America and Johnny's niece! From
the songbook of Johnny Cash comes this musical of love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and
redemption, and home and family
Until Jul 12
Singin' in the Rain
Singin' in the Rain one of the most beloved musicals ever staged at the Playhouse, returns. It is set
in the Roaring Twenties when handsome, dashing Don Lockwood and his glamorous co-star Lina
Lamont were the brightest stars in Hollywood. But times change, and 1927's advent of "talking
pictures" caused the crash of careers and fortunes, as audiences quickly lost interest in silent films
and many of their stars.
May 22 - Oct 10
Smoke on the Mountain – back for the 22nd season
Our most popular and longest running show returns for its 22nd season! The sweetest Bluegrass &
Gospel sounds this side of heaven!
May 23
Blair String Quartet
They have been praised for combining "technical expertise and emotional fire," and called "a
marvelous ensemble." Following a contemporary music concert at Rice University, the Houston
Post stated, "The Blair String Quartet is a composer's dream."
View our online ticketing service to see current and upcoming shows
Make your reservations and choose your seats at www.ccplayhouse.com
Call the Playhouse Box Office today at 931-484-5000
At the Arts Center of Cannon County
May 8
Comedians Steve Bruner & Tim Northern
Clean Comedian Steve Bruner has been featured on Showtime, the A&E Network, ABC, MTV and
on nationally syndicated shows. Special Guest Tim Northern appeared on Star Search.
May 09 & 16
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
Meet Tom, a nerve-wrecked school teacher who inspires his students with the beloved Schoolhouse
Rock classics. Kids will have a blast learning their civics lessons. This musical is toe-tapping fun –
and educational for the entire family.
May 29 – Jun 13
Southern Fried Nuptials
Going to the chapel and they're gonna get married. Or are they? That's the big question in Southern
Fried Nuptials the hysterical sequel to Osborne and Eppler's hit comedy Southern Fried Funeral.
Call 615-563-2787 or see website www.artscenterofcc.com for more information.
May 08
Spring Home and Health Fair at DelMonaco Winery in Baxter
Join us at the beautiful Delmonaco Winery in the Cookeville area for our May 8 Home & Health
Fair. Win door prizes, meet "preferred" businesses serving Upper Cumberland, and have
lunch/dinner there. Remember to stop at the Winery and have a taste or two of their wines! Hosted
by Business Cumberland, a local advertising company promoting "preferred" businesses in Upper
Cumberland. FREE and open to the public!
May 09
Byrd Creek Trail Run at Cumberland Mountain State Park
Registration is up and ready to go! Tell your friends, family and running enemies!
Spring at Cumberland Mountain gets off to a fast start with the Byrd Creek Trail Run, a 15K, a 3.6
mile and a 1.8 mile. Registration deadline is May 6, 2015. For complete registration and race
details, click the link https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=31978. For more information, please
contact Cumberland Mountain State Park directly at 931-484-6138.
May 9 - Jun 13
ARTalong Workshops
Art Round Tennessee is bringing back the popular ARTalong workshop series of three-hour art
workshops each Saturday from May 9 through June 13. This year’s line-up features a children’s
fiber workshop, and adult workshops in drawing, ceramics and book binding. For workshop details
go to artprowl.com/artalong. Phone: Kat Cagle (931) 319-0129
May 09
“I Heart Art” Art Walk in McMinnville
Come to downtown McMinnville from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm and attend Main Street McMinnville's
first Art Walk, "I Heart Art". The event will feature several artists exhibiting and performing their
various talents in businesses and public venues throughout McMinnville's downtown historic
district. There will be opportunities to talk to the artists, purchase their work and enjoy
refreshments at each stop along the walk.
For more information see www.mainstreetmcminnville.org
May 10
Mother’s Day Dinners at our State Parks
Cumberland State Park - Homestead Harvest Restaurant
Call: 931-484-7186 ~ Serving from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Menu - $15.95 per person (Prices do not include tax, beverage or gratuity)
Fall Creek Falls State Park - Gaul’s Gallery
Call: 423-881-5241 Ext. 253 ~ Serving from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Menu - $15.95 per person (Prices do not include tax, beverage or gratuity)
See www.tnstateparks.com/restaurants for details
May 12 & 14
Luna Fest in Crossville
Join us for this film festival of award-winning short films by female filmmakers. What a great gift
for Mother’s Day! All proceeds benefit The Breast Cancer Fund and Cumberland Business
Incubator youth MAKE camp. From 1:00 - 2:30 pm - Information: Bonnie: 931-456-4910, See
Website: http://2013.cumberlandincubator.com/2013/event/lunafest-2/
May 15
Emi Sunshine at the Palace Theatre in Crossville
She says, she sings “old-time music,” but it’s her own unique blend of roots music that is equal
parts Americana, bluegrass, gospel, and country, with a little bit of blues thrown in for good
measure.
See palacetheatre-crossville.com or 931-484-6133 for more info
May 15 & 16
Hwy. 52 Yard Sale
Tennessee's second longest yard sale with approximately 500 vendors selling antiques, crafts,
clothing, furniture and food. Sale spans 95 miles and encompasses 4 counties from Portland to
Celina. See details at www.tn52.com/tn52_yard_sale.htm
May 15 - 16
Ghost Hunt Weekends at the Thomas House Hotel
Spend the night ghost hunting with the Ghost Hunt Weekends Crew at the notoriously haunted
Thomas House Hotel. Your host, Paranormal Researcher and Author Chad Morin along with the
GHW Crew will serve as your guides for what could be the most terrifying experience of your life.
This event includes your lodging, meals, fully guided tours of the property, ghost hunting training
by GHW and a full night of ghost hunting!
Call 865- 686-8889 for more information on the package or www.homashousehotel.com
May 15 - 17
2015 Tennessee Senior Open Chess Tournament
Open to age 50 and older (born before May 15, 1965). $550 *Guaranteed*. Sponsored by
Tennessee Chess Association, Cumberland County Chess Club, City of Crossville and Fair Park
Senior Center. For more information call Harry Sabine 931-261-8440
May 15 - 17
Tennessee Spring Star Party 2015 at Fall Creek Falls State Park
Starting at: 8:25 am programs range from entry to professional level. Professional and amateur
astronomers will be giving free presentations. Dark sky field viewing will be Friday and Saturday
night with alternate “bad weather” programs. The only cost for the event will be lodging and food.
For more information, contact Allen Ball at tnscoper@gmail.com or Lloyd Watkins at
watkinslk@comcast.net, or visit www.CumberlandAstronomicalSociety.org.
Contact the Fall Creek Falls State Park Inn at 800-250-8610 and ask about the special package deal.
May 16
Hometown Pickin' & Grinnin' in Celina
At the Clay County Fairgrounds at 6:00 pm
More information at the Celina Chamber of Commerce at www.dalehollowlake.org or 931- 2433338.
May 16
Ruth & Wayne's Spring Fling at the Palace Theatre in Crossville
Producers and Directors Ruth and Wayne Lucas with their annual Spring Fling and tribute to
“Moms” at 7:00 pm. A variety of great songs, dancing, and comedy will fill the Palace Stage,
helping everyone to get over the winter blues.
See palacetheatre-crossville.com or 931-484-6133 for more info.
May 16
Open Microphone Night Red Pump Café @ The Armour’s Hotel ~ Red Boiling Springs
Special Featured Guests for this evening to be announced. Open microphone – anything goes with
the popular 5 Minute Mystery and great food at The Armour’s Hotel. Donations to Vision 2020’s
wide ranging community revitalization efforts of are always appreciated. Dinner at The Armour’s
Hotel is $10/person. Sign-up for open microphone at 6:30 pm and show starts at 7:00 pm. Rooms
are available at the hotel, if needed or desired
May 16
2nd Annual Cordell Hull Big Bass/Crappie Classic at Cordell Hull Lake in Granville
From 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. For details on the event call Odell Braswell at 931-260-9666 or Bill Woodard
at 615-735-2093.
May 16
First Annual Spring Fest at Cumberland Mountain General Store in Clarkrange
The fun starts at 9:00 am with cruise in for all types, music and entertainment for everyone in the
family. Bring your lawn chairs and have a great time.
Get more information at www.cumberlandmountaingeneralstore.net
May 16 – Jun 6
Mountain Laurel Walks Festival in Wartburg & Rugby
The Morgan County Tourism Alliance is pleased to announce the Kick Off for the new Mountain
Laurel Walks Festival at the Visitors’ Center in Wartburg on May 16 at 10:00 am through 3:00 pm
ET. There will be Food, Live Music, Crafts/Arts, Demonstrations, a Silent Auction and lots more
fun for the whole family before the guided walking tours begin.
The Hike in Rugby will meet at 2:30 pm, ET, at the Historic Rugby Visitor Centre.
Get more information at www.mcrta.com/mountainlaurelwalks
May 21
Third Thursday Concert at Dogwood Park in Cookeville
Our Third Thursday Concert Series kicks off this month with the Tennessee Backroads Band
performing at the Dogwood Performance Pavilion Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Third Thursday Concerts
in the park are FREE.
For more information see www.cookeville-tn.gov
May 21 - 23
Jammin' at Hippie Jacks Spring Americana Music Festival
Hippie Jack's 2015 Spring Music Festival is coming, an Americana Music Festival the entire family
will enjoy! The Festival will open Friday with music beginning around 11:00am and will continue
through Sunday evening. Tent and RV campers with a 3-day camping pass can start to roll in on
Thursday at 10:00am. On Thursday evening, we will have a campers' potluck dinner party from
6:00pm-7:00pm followed by a TV recording.
Scheduled to perform are Webb Wilder, Maggie Longmire, Greg Horn, Flea Market Hustlers and
more! See www.jamminathippiejacks.com for more details
May 22-23 & 29-30
“Mild, Mild West” at the Thomas House Hotel in Red Boiling Springs
Macon County Off Broadway Players present the dinner theatre. For reservations and information
call the hotel at 615-699-3006.
May 23
Clay County Opry at the Courthouse in Celina
Outdoor Jammin' ~ come join the fun from Noon till 3:00 pm. More information at the Celina
Chamber of Commerce at www.dalehollowlake.org or 931- 243-3338
May 23
Memorial Day Celebration at Mitchell Creek Marina
Come enjoy a trunk show debuting our new items (refreshments and door prizes too), Character
Dinner fundraiser for the Mustard Seed Ranch. Enjoy dinner with princesses and superheroes at the
Galley Restaurant! (Photo, buffet dinner, and an autograph book will be included) If you just want
to come and listen to some live music. See Dallas Powers hand turning his amazing wooden bowels
and creations.
Get details at www.mitchellcreekmarina.com
May 23
Memorial Wine, Shine, & Stein Tour
Tour & Taste the Upper Cumberland with DelMonaco Winery, Calfkiller Brewery, & Short
Mountain Distillery! This unique tour starts at 9am at DelMonaco Winery and ends around 4pm.
We will provide the transportation, so sit back, relax and enjoy these extraordinary venues. Tickets
are $35 a person and we will stop for lunch in-between destinations. These tours sell out fast, so call
us at 931-858-1177 to reserve your spots. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ONLY!
May 23
Rugby Roots: Appalachian Arts With A British Beat
Memorial Day weekend, with a new version of Spring Festival that will showcase the talents of
musicians, dancers, and storytellers.
A single day packed with performing arts of all sorts. Music of all styles, storytelling, and dance
you can join in! Don't miss this special Saturday-only chance for toe-tapping fun. Admission is only
$5 for daytime only, or $8 including a unique evening concert by the tuneful acoustic duo
Twangtown Paramours. Hours are Noon to 6:30 p.m. (11-5:30 Central), with the 7/6 Central
concert in the 100-seat Rebecca Johnson Theatre. Learn about all the acts, and sample some of the
music. Then come join us! For details see www.historicrugby.org
May 23 – 25
Cannon County Walking Horse Assoc. Memorial Day Trail Ride
Leaves the fair grounds at 11:00 am, ride to the camp grounds on Short Mountain. Enjoy camping,
horseback riding, good food, dancing and a horse show. Visit web site at www.ccwhaoftn.info for
further information.
May 26
Memorial Day Concert at Dogwood Park in Cookeville
Every other Monday night throughout the summer, the Concert Band performs at Dogwood
Performance Pavilion. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. The concerts are FREE thanks to the Cookeville
Arts Council and the City of Cookeville.
More information at www.cookevillecommunityband.org
May 26 - 30
2015 Tennessee State HOG (Harley Owners Group) Rally
Tennessee State HOG Rally - an event for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company's "Harley Owners
Group" - Enjoy some of the best motorcycle riding in the U.S. right in the heart of the Upper
Cumberland.
After hosting the 2012 rally with record attendance and immeasurable success, Cookeville was
honored with hosting privileges for the 2014 and 2015 state rallies. Cookeville and the Upper
Cumberland are a dream destination for motorcycle riders.
For more information, http://www.tnstatehogrally.com/
May 29
Ronnie McDowell in Concert at the Palace Theatre in Crossville
Ronnie McDowell has an amazing string of hit songs that he has amassed over the years, but it is
his riveting stage presence and genuine warmth that fills the seats again and again. Like all great
entertainers, Ronnie McDowell has a personality that remains luminous long after the lights go dim.
See palacetheatre-crossville.com or 931-484-6133 for more info.
May 29 – Jun 07
Snow White at Good Neighbors Theatre in Byrdstown
Ticket may be made purchased in advance beginning May 11 at the Byrdstown-Pickett County
Chamber of Commerce. All pre-reserved tickets must be paid for at the time the reservation is
made. Stop by the Chamber located at 1005 Highway 111 or call 931-864-7195.
Follow us on FB or see the events on www.uppercumberland.org to get the latest updates.
See the websites of the chambers of commerce in the Upper Cumberland to about more events
The Marinas on our lakes – Center Hill – Cordell Hull and Dale Hollow are open and ready for you
to come and enjoy boating and all water activities.
The marina restaurants are open for business. Come and check them out.
Great way to relax to enjoy great food overlooking the water.
Timberloft BBQ Restaurant is now open at the Granville Marina
Get your fresh veggies and fruit at MMKM Family Produce on
8272 Burgess Falls Rd is open for business. Don’t forget to enjoy one of Mike’s Milk Shakes