Adventure Anderson

  • Secret City Half Marathon and 5K

    Melton Lake Park 697 Melton Lake Dr., Oak Ridge, TN, United States

    The half-marathon route starts at the scenic Melton Lake Park peninsula.  Considered a great PR course!  The course runs along the beautiful Melton Lake, then down by an operational quarry […]

  • Aspirations in Light

    Aspire Park 777 Aspire Drive, Clinton, TN, United States

    Beginning November 15, Aspire Park will host Aspirations in Light, Southeast’s longest walking holiday light show. This family-friendly event will enchant visitors of all ages with a million twinkling lights, […]

    $17.77 – $27.77
  • Great American Crawl

    Windrock Park 912 Windrock Road, Oliver Springs, TN, United States

    Join off-road enthusiasts from across the country at The Great American Crawl at Windrock Park, one of the premier wheeling destinations in the U.S. This adrenaline-pumping event brings together Jeep, […]

  • Day after Thanksgiving Hike

    Norris Dam State Park 125 Village Green Circle, Rocky Top, TN

    Shake off that Thanksgiving feast with a refreshing hike through Norris Dam State Park. Nature is the perfect post-turkey detox! Join Ranger Holly at the River Bluff Trailhead (off of […]

    Free
  • Rocky Top Christmas Market Crawl

    Kick off the Holiday Season in Rocky Top, Tennessee, at the Rocky Top Christmas Market Crawl.  Visit each participating business for a free treat and pick up some great holiday […]

  • The Free Medical Clinic Holiday Ice Rink

    Oak Ridge Mall Parking Lot, Oak Ridge, TN TN, United States

    Glide into the holiday spirit at FMC Oak Ridge’s Holiday Ice Skating Rink! Enjoy festive fun with family or friends; it’s the perfect way to make great holiday memories. Each Monday […]

  • Rocky Top Christmas Parade

    Lake City Middle School 1132 S Main St, Rocky Top, TN, United States

    The City of Rocky Top and the Rocky Top Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming Christmas Parade. The parade will be on Friday, […]

  • Clinton Christmas Parade

    Kick off your Holiday season in Historic Downtown Clinton with the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6th.  The parade starts at 6 p.m.  The theme for this year's parade is […]

  • Candlelight Christmas

    Museum of Appalachia 2819 Andersonville Hwy., Clinton, United States

    Experience the serenity of an Appalachian Christmas at the Museum of Appalachia! The centerpiece of this holiday event is an evening tour of the Museum’s pioneer village. The cabins will […]

  • Holiday Market and Cookie Crawl

    Historic Downtown Clinton Market Street, Clinton, TN, United States

    Enjoy a holiday market with great sales and a ton of fun in Historic Downtown Clinton on December 14th from 10 am - 5 pm. The Cookie Crawl takes place […]

  • Oak Ridge Christmas Parade

    Oak Ridge Turnpike Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, United States

    The Oak Ridge Christmas Parade will be on December 13, 2025. This year's theme is Home for the Holidays. While registration for this event is free, participants are required to […]

  • Christmas Concert

    Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, TN, United States

    The Oak Ridge Community Band will perform their Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 14th at the Oak Ridge Performing Arts Center.  The band will feature seasonal music and the audience […]

    Free
  • Christmas in the Park

    Norris Dam State Park 125 Village Green Circle, Rocky Top, TN

    Celebrate the Christmas Season at Norris Dam State Park with warm drinks, live folk music, family-friendly crafts, a silent auction, a bonfire, and Santa, who is planning to visit. This […]

  • New Year’s Eve Bash

    A. K. Bissell Park 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, United States

    The Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge will be hosting a night of celebration on New Year's Eve.  This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, food trucks, beer and […]

    Free

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