August 2012 Events in Tennessee
August 1, 2012By Rachel Bertone
Tennessee State Square & Round Dance Convention – Aug. 2-4, Gatlinburg
Square Dancing, the official Folk Dance of Tennessee. Square dancers from around the state will gather for three days of dancing, shopping, and renewing friendships. Spectators are welcome at no charge. CONTACT: tnsquaredance.org
Highway 127 Corridor Sale – Aug. 2-5, Jamestown
The world’s longest yard sale stretches for 675 miles along Hwy. 127. CONTACT: 800-327-3945, 127sale.com
Rock-A-Billy Festival – August 9-11, Jackson
The world’s largest gathering of Rock-A-Billy artists and musicians, featuring the pioneers of Rock-A-Billy music as well as new artists. CONTACT: 731-427-6262, rockabillyhall.org
Elvis Week – Aug. 10-18, Memphis
The 35th anniversary of the celebration of Elvis Presley’s music, movies and life. the event also includes a candlelight vigil. CONTACT: 800-238-2000, elvis.com
Pooch Pool Party – Aug. 11, Clarksville
Bring your dogs to take a dip in the pool! Register to win door prizes. CONTACT: 931-645-7476, cityofclarksville.com
74th Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration – Aug. 22- Sept. 1, Shelbyville
The world championship show of Tennessee’s native breed of show horse. Division champions will be crowned with the World Grand Champion Tennessee Walking Horse being named. CONTACT: 931-684-5915, twhnc.com
8th Annual Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival – Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Gatlinburg
This outdoor, family event is a juried art festival with cash prizes for best in show and Appalachian music. CONTACT: 800-588-1817, gatlinburg.com
