Downtown Bristol Events
July 24 | Bristol Public Library
This month, the Bristol Public Library is offering a free class on tie-dyeing your own t-shirt!
Starting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, we'll be showing registered participants tie-dye techniques. We'll supply the dyes and necessary materials, just bring your t-shirt or other fabric item (preferably fabric that is 100% cotton) and get ready to create!
Space is limited, so registration is required; however, the event is free to attend. If you would like to register or if you have a few questions about our upcoming class, please contact the Bristol Public Library at 276-645-8780.
July 24 | Bristol Hotel
Another installment of Wine & Unwind Wednesday, this time we welcome Ashley Heath! We're excited for this duo to play for us on our rooftop bar and lounge, Lumac! Come out and enjoy some great live music while you sip on a signature cocktail and eat some of Chef's one-of-a-kind entrees!
July 25 | Bristol Public Library
Private investigator Philip Marlowe (Bogart), is hired by a wealthy general to find out who is blackmailing his daughter Carmen (Martha Vickers) and bring their activities to a halt. Immediately, Marlowe finds himself caught in a web of love triangles, backstabbing, murder, blackmail, gambling, and organized crime. With the help of Vivian (Bacall), the general's eldest daughter, Marlowe skillfully plots to bring the man behind the mischief to justice.
July 25 | Birthplace of Country Music Museum
You’re invited to join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the historic Moon landing for a screening of Smithsonian Channel’s The Day We Walked on the Moon!
Mini Moon Pies, courtesy of the Moon Pie company, and Tang will be on hand while supplies last!
Half a century after humanity’s historic first step on the Moon, the Birthplace of Country Music Museum is hosting a screening of Smithsonian Channel’s The Day We Walked on the Moon.
Astronauts (including Michael Collins, the third member of the Apollo 11 mission), members of Mission Control (including Flight Director Gene Kranz, Capsule Communicator Charles Duke and Guidance Officer Steve Bales) and the children of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin reveal their personal stories behind the scenes of that iconic day.
Pop culture notables like Queen guitarist and doctor of astrophysics Brian May and television personality and professor of physics Brian Cox describe where they were and what they felt during that “One Small Step.” It’s a story that ranges from the deeply personal to the grand and historic, an in-depth look at one of the most important 24-hour periods in history.
RESERVATIONS are required.
July 25 | Mercantile on State
Each Living Wreath is individually created and made from grapevine, various succulents, moss, and pinecones. All supplies are provided. Let's Play in the Dirt and use our imagination to make some beautiful creations together...it is so much fun and really relaxing. Class is $50 and includes a drink and your choice of edible cookie dough or gelato! Also feel free to BYOB or snacks!
July 25 | Downtown Center
Retroville plays all your oldies favorites.
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The Sounds of Summer Concert Series, formerly the Full Moon Jam, will start June 4th and run through September 26th. Concerts will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-9pm from June — September at the Downtown Center (Country Music Mural), 810 State Street.
Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the 350 chairs provided on-site. Refreshments are sold in the concessions area for a nominal fee. Clean, well-stocked restrooms also available.
Bands subject to change without notice. For more information visit the City of Bristol TN website.
July 25 | Quaker Steak and Lube
A new rock/country band from the coast of northeast Tennessee. Whether its on the lake, a house party, or benefit concert, everyday's a party with TN Beach.
July 26–28 | Theatre Bristol
Theatre Bristol is proud to present a collection of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle classics, “Sherlock Holmes,” produced by the Theatre Bristol Youth Service Board, with direction by Camille Gray, July 26, 27, and 28 at the Theatre Bristol ARTspace (506 State Street). Tickets are $8 each for the evening and matinee performances and available at the door one hour before show times.
Sherlock Holmes is on the case again! Sherlock solves a fifteen-year-old mystery, diffuses a bomb, evades a near-death poisoning, and finishes by arresting an escapee from the local asylum. With help from Dr. Watson, Mrs. Hudson, and Inspector Lestrade, Sherlock Holmes solves four puzzling mysteries in the course of one evening. It’s elementary, my dear, to observe these gripping adventures!
The cast and crew are comprised of the Theatre Bristol Youth Service Board members, all veterans. Seth Gilstrap leads the cast in the role of Sherlock Holmes, supported by his trusty friend and biographer, Dr. John Watson, played by Devon White. Faith Vance, as landlady Mrs. Hudson, keeps a watchful eye on Sherlock and Watson, and Luke Gray portrays the respected Inspector Lestrade, chief of Scotland Yard. Bailey Lowe portrays distressed widow Sarah Walker and family helper Miss Westfield, Carly Street plays the conniving Elizabeth Crawford and dependable Sergeant Collins, Mason White performs the roles of forlorn Thomas Turner and twisted Amos Bundy, and Enelisa Sutton plays the murderous Mrs. Nicole Reid.
Director Camille Gray, a Youth Service Board veteran of six years and Theatre Bristol veteran of sixteen years, and most recently choreographer for Theatre Bristol's production of The Wizard of Oz, has directed Pinocchio, and Godspell, as well as choreographed, stage managed, costumed, and performed in many shows. She is currently pursuing a BFA in Directing at Emory & Henry College. Whitney Brooks is stepping up to the new challenge of stage managing, and Albert Tester and Jim Altman are working in the tech deck, operating lights and sound. With the help of their mentors, Samantha Gray and Steve Baskett, the Youth Service Board has put together a truly entertaining evening of mystery.
"Sherlock Holmes" is managed by Theatre Bristol Youth Service Board members ages 13 to 20. After the successes of their previous productions, "Pygmalion," "Love's Labour's Lost," “The Importance of Being Earnest,” and “Tartuffe,” the YSB is excited to have the opportunity to present this collection of classic stories.
"Sherlock Holmes" runs July 26-28, 2019, with evening performances on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 and matinees Saturday and Sunday at 2:30. Tickets are $8 each and available at the door one hour before showtimes.
July 26 | Birthplace of Country Music Museum
Join us for a fun event previewing many of the Super Raffle prizes. A fun afternoon with at the Birthplace of Country Music office, with food trucks, and many of our Super Raffle prizes.
July 26 | Birthplace of Country Music Museum
Tune in toListenRadioBristol.org or show up for a free Radio Bristol Session featuring The McLain Family Band at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum!
Direct from the hills of Kentucky, The McLain Family Band has become internationally known as one of the most spontaneous, creative and spirited groups performing contemporary Appalachian Bluegrass music.
Since 1968, they have performed in all 50 states – and 64 countries during 15 international concert tours, some as musical ambassadors of the U.S. Department of State. The McLain Family Band has appeared on prestigious stages such as the Grand Ole Opry, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Carter Family Fold. They have been featured at thousands of festivals and concerts and performed as soloists in more than 230 appearances with orchestras. 2018 marked 50 years in the music business for the McLain Family Band.
For eleven years, The McLain Family Band hosted The McLain Family Band Festival which was featured on NPR’s Folk Festival USA and produced by Kentucky Educational Televisionfor national distribution. Other television appearances include NBC’s Today Show, The CBS Morning News, ABC’s Good Morning America, The Pearl Bailey ETV Special, The BBC, TNN’s Nashville Now and the Johnny Cash Christmas Special.
The McLain Family Band has consisted, through the years, of various combinations of family members.The core touring bandincludes: Raymond McLain, Ruth McLain, Alice andAl White andDaxson Lewis,with occasional guest appearances from Nancy Ann Wartman and Michael & Jennifer McLain.
July 26 | Paramount Bristol
The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band represents the professionalism and excellence found every day throughout the Air Force. This diverse, 45-piece ensemble’s repertoire ranges from symphonic band masterworks, to traditional marches, to modern compositions, to pops and jazz. During a concert, you are likely to hear stirring works from contemporary composers as well as the familiar sounds of John Philip Sousa or Major Glenn Miller. The band also features talented vocal soloists, performing a wide variety of popular, classical, and patriotic selections.
July 26 | Bloom Cafe & Listening Room
Tan Universe (Asheville, NC) will be coming to the Bloom Cafe and Listening room on 7/26! They will be joined by local The Kindest People and Broken Daze.
July 27 | Cumberland Square Park
Attention TEACHERS: Come and get your Free Tote bag filled with School Supplies for your classroom and gifts and coupons to local businesses as our appreciation for being an AWESOME TEACHER! (Please bring School ID)
Tons of Free Fun that Saturday for Kids: Foam Bubble Machine (Goodson Kinderhook FD), Face Painting, Balloon Animals, Magic Show by Dave Vault, Free Food & Drinks (while supplies last), Dunk Tank, Drawings for Gift Baskets and Gift Cards, Self Defense Demo by Bristol Jui Jitsu, and lots more Free Fun!
Sponsored by American Realty Associates. For more information, please call 276-466-0836.
July 27 | Kil'n Time Ceramics Studio
Join Julie on Saturday, July 27th from 12-2 PM for our special #SharkWeek #KidsCanvasClass! Parents are welcome and encouraged to join this class. Cost is $20 per painter. Call or message us to reserve your seats!
July 27 | State Street Brewing
Gather all your Potterhead friends and join us for an early celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday.
We will have a movie marathon, face painting beginning at 5 p.m., trivia starts at 7 p.m. and we’ll tap a brand new Hogwarts-inspired beer.
July 27 | Quaker Steak and Lube
Ragged Sally is an east Tennessee based country duo consisting of singer/songwriters Seth Broyles and Alli Epperson.
July 29 | Blackbird Bakery
Join Blackbird Bakery for live bluegrass at 7pm.
July 30 | Downtown Center
The Sounds of Summer Concert Series, formerly the Full Moon Jam, will start June 4th and run through September 26th. Concerts will be held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-9pm from June — September at the Downtown Center (Country Music Mural), 810 State Street.
Bring a lawn chair or come early to grab one of the 350 chairs provided on-site. Refreshments are sold in the concessions area for a nominal fee. Clean, well-stocked restrooms also available.
Bands subject to change without notice. For more information visit the City of Bristol TN website.
August 2 | Downtown Bristol
Celebrating 20 years (!!!) in Historic Downtown, Border Bash—Bristol's premier spring/summer concert series—is back for another amazing season! Hosted by Believe in Bristol, and the Cities of Bristol, Virginia and Tennessee, Border Bash is about fun, family, great music, and creating memories to last a lifetime.
“We are always excited when it’s time for Border Bash.It is an opportunity to bring great music to our downtown and bring the community together during the summer months.Believe in Bristol is proud to have brought this event to the community for twenty years,” stated Maggie Bishop, Executive Director, Believe in Bristol.
August 2, 2019 — Piedmont Intersection
7:00 pm: Magnolia Boulevard
8:30 pm: Holler Jake with Dave Eggar
Border Bash takes place on State Street in Historic Downtown Bristol. Children’s activities and vendors begin at 6:30 PM and live music will kick off at 7:00 PM. Border Bash is hosted by Believe in Bristol and the Cities of Bristol. Border Bash would not be possible without our community sponsors. Our sponsors in 2019 include Bank of Tennessee, Birthplace of Country Music, Blackbird Bakery, Bristol Herald Courier, Camellia Digital, Cascade Draft House, Coca-Cola, Dr. & Mrs. Ben Cowan, Express AV Productions, Dr. & Mrs. John Fincher, Framed, Jeff & Terri Gregory, Knoxville TVA Employee Credit Union, Lost State Distilling, Merrill-Lynch, Anna Morgan, Dale & Joneen Sargent, Tom & Barbara Smith, The Bristol Hotel, John & Ann Tickle, Tri-City Tent & Event, Turtleson, and Dr. & Mrs. Zaidi.
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