College Town Weekends is a promotion that combines both on-campus and off-campus events into one list so students can easily find weekend activities of interest. Students are encouraged to take advantage of all that Tech and the surrounding community have to offer. After all, Cookeville is Tennessee鈥檚 college town!
09/06/2024 at 05:00 PM
Join us for Tech Night at Fall Fun Fest on September 6 at CityScape, located at Cookeville's Courthouse Square from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy an evening filled with great music, delicious food, and fun for all ages. Tech students can take advantage of special discounts with their Eagle Card and receive a free t-shirt while supplies last. For more information, contact Ferran Kefauver at ckvlcityscape@gmail.com or visit www.fallfunfest.com.
09/06/2024 at 05:00 PM
First Friday takes place on September 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Meg's Bread & West Side Grocery. These pop-up art shows occur on the first Friday of each month from June through October, showcasing local artists who exhibit and sell their work at rotating locations throughout Cookeville. The event often features live music, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. For more details, visit Art Round Tennessee's First Fridays.
09/07/2024 at 05:00 PM
On September 7, Fall FunFest will be held at CityScape from 5 to 10 p.m. at Cookeville's Courthouse Square. This exciting event features great music, delicious food, and entertainment for all ages. For more information, contact Ferran Kefauver at ckvlcityscape@gmail.com or visit www.fallfunfest.com.
09/07/2024 at 06:00 PM
On September 7, Plenty Bookshop will host its first-ever Literary Gala at Leslie Town Centre from 6 to 11 p.m. This unique event, themed "Three Musketeers Masquerade," is designed to celebrate and promote literacy and a love for books in the Upper Cumberland. The evening begins with a silent auction at 6 p.m., followed by a delicious dinner at 7 p.m., and features dancing, entertainment, and an array of festivities. Attendees are encouraged to dress formally and embrace the literary theme or wear a mask for added intrigue. Tickets are $150. For more details, visit Literary Gala Event Page.
09/08/2024 at 02:00 PM
On September 8, join us for Ultimate Frisbee Intramurals at the Intramural Fields from 2 to 8 p.m. This event is a great opportunity to engage in some friendly competition and enjoy the sport with fellow participants. For more information, contact James Crider at jcrider@tntech.edu.
09/13/2024 at 07:00 PM
Volleyball versus West Georgia (Golden Eagle Invitational!)
09/14/2024 at 10:00 AM
The 4th Annual Great Pumpkin Festival will be held on September 14 and 15 at the Putnam County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This fun-filled event features a pumpkin patch, crafts, food and drinks, games, helicopter rides, and more, with a $2 entry fee. For additional details, visit the festival's Facebook event page.
09/15/2024 at 11:00 AM
On September 15, the 2024 Upper Cumberland Hispanic Heritage Festival will take place at Dogwood Park, 30 E Broad St., from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This vibrant event celebrates the diverse arts, music, food, dance, and cultures of Spanish-speaking Latino and Hispanic communities. For more information, visit the event page.
09/20/2024 at 08:00 AM
Family Weekend will take place on September 20, 21, and 22, hosted by New Student & Family Programs. This annual event is a wonderful opportunity for Tech parents and family members to reconnect with their students, explore the campus, and create lasting memories together. For more information, contact Courtney Brehm at cbrehm@tntech.edu or visit www.tntech.edu/familyweekend.
09/21/2024 at 10:00 AM
On September 21, Dogapalooza at Cane Creek Park will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This exciting event is designed for dogs and their owners, featuring pet-related booths, an off-leash play area, a pet parade, and more. The festivities will kick off at Cane Creek Dog Park at 10 a.m. For additional details, visit the event page.
09/27/2024 at 07:00 PM
On September 27 at 7 p.m., the Festival of Voices will take place in the Wattenbarger Auditorium, located in the Bryan Fine Arts Building on the 麻豆果冻传媒 Campus. Presented by the School of Music, this event promises an evening of captivating vocal performances.
09/28/2024 at 06:00 PM
On September 28, the Cookeville Cemetery Walk will offer a unique and immersive experience as several "residents" of the Cookeville City Cemetery rise from the grave to share their stories. This educational and entertaining event will take place at 6 p.m. and again at 8 p.m., with guided groups following a candlelit path to various gravesites. Held on even-numbered years, alternating with Night at the Museums, tickets for the event are available at the Cookeville Performing Arts Center. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the event page.
