Clarksville Riverfest celebrates 31st Anniversary
August 29, 2018
Clarksville Riverfest
Clarksville, TN – Join the City of Clarksville and Miller Lite along the banks of the Cumberland River to celebrate Clarksville’s river heritage and the 31st anniversary of the annual Clarksville Riverfest Celebration, September 6th-8th, 2018.
This free, three-day music and arts festival features three stages of diverse local and nationally known entertainers and cultural groups, plus delicious food and fun for the entire family.
Chart-topping band Sister Hazel to hit the Miller Lite Stage Saturday, September 8th, 2018.
Clarksville Downtown Market announces upcoming events
August 22, 2018
Clarksville Downtown Market
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Downtown Market on Public Square a community favorite and shopping destination offers a variety of events.
Coordinated by Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department, the festivities are free of charge and diverse, offering something for visitors of all ages looking to have a great time at one of Clarksville’s most treasured gathering places.
Some of the upcoming events include: Pop-Up Markets at McGregor Park, Paws for a Cause Dog Day, Market Scavenger Hunt and more.
Clarksville Downtown Market
Clarksville Riverfest’s Rally on the Cumberland and Riverfest Regatta have prizes to be won
July 15, 2018
Clarksville Riverfest
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Riverfest is excited to host not one but two water competitions as part of this year’s festival, Rally on the Cumberland and the Cardboard Boat Regatta.
Rally on the Cumberland will be September 9th at 8:00am and Cardboard Boat Regatta will be the same day at 1:00pm.
Clarksville’s Riverfest Regatta
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Sister Hazel to headline Riverfest
July 7, 2018
Clarksville’s Riverfest Festival
Clarksville, TN – Sister Hazel will be the featured headliner for Riverfest 2018, the City of Clarksville’s arts and entertainment festival now in its 31st year.
Sister Hazel, a mainstay on the Billboard country and adult alternative charts for more than two decades, will perform at 9:15pm Saturday, September 8th on the Miller Lite Stage at McGregor Park. The concert is free and open to the public.
Chart-topping band Sister Hazel to hit the Miller Lite Stage Saturday, September 8th, 2018.
‘Opening Day for Trails’ is April 7th
April 4, 2018
Residents invited to enjoy Clarksville’s Beautiful Trails
Clarksville, TN – The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s sixth annual Opening Day for Trails will unfold in Clarksville on the Cumberland Riverwalk at McGregor Park, Downtown’s Upland Trail, and the beautiful 5.5-mile Clarksville Greenway.
Opening Day, a celebration of trails nationwide, will be Saturday, April 7th and serve as the unofficial launch of the spring trail season for outdoor enthusiasts and trail lovers.
Clarksville Greenway at Mary’s Oak trailhead.
Christmas on the Cumberland opens to the delight of Hundreds
November 22, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s McGregor Park RiverWalk was filled with music, dancing, and fans of Santa & Mrs Claus at Tuesday’s official lighting of the city’s 2,000,000 light holiday display.
Christmas on the Cumberland kicked off its 19th year with a grand opening ceremony that began at 5:30pm.
The City of Clarksville celebrated the 19th Annual Christmas on the Cumberland Tuesday, with a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus who helped throw the switch and turn on 1,000,000 lights at the McGregor Park Riverwalk.
Christmas on the Cumberland Opens November 21st
November 14, 2017
Grand opening to feature official lighting of holiday display and special guests
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland is sure to create lasting memories this holiday season as thousands experience the captivating display of more than two million lights.
Join with friends and neighbors to celebrate Christmas on the Cumberland’s 19th year with a grand opening ceremony at 5:30pm, Tuesday, November 21st, 2017 at the McGregor Park RiverWalk and Museum.
Mrs. Claus, Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, Santa Claus and Snow Bird flip the switch officially turning on the lights for Christmas on the Cumberland.
Riverfront Jerk Festival a big hit in Clarksville
September 27, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Riverfront Jerk Festival 3 took place this past Weekend at McGregor Park, and organizers estimate this year’s crowd topped 3,500 people.
Billed as the Nashville/Clarksville Metropolitan Area’s Caribbean music and food festival. The 3rd annual one-day event featured more than two dozen food and craft vendors from as far away as Atlanta and Florida, representing many Caribbean islands.
The 3rd annual Caribbean Jerk Fest at McGregor Park last weekend.
2017 Riverfest Best Ever, Chris Janson extremely entertaining
September 13, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Riverfest 2017 is shaping up to to be one of the most successful of recent years, (based on attendance) according to Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Robert Rayburn.
“We hear from a lot of people that say we are limited by McGregor Park,” Rayburn said. “I think the success of this weekend shows that we can do more. We want this event to keep growing and improving.”
Lots of food, fun and music Saturday, the last day of Clarksville’s Riverfest 2017. Chris Janson rocks the house to close Riverfest.
USS LST-325 begins Tours in Clarksville
September 8, 2017
Clarksville, TN – LST-325 opened for tours in Clarksville on Thursday, September 7th, 2017 at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp. The ship will be available for tours September 7th-15th.
The LST (Landing Ship, Tank) is a floating monument to the past. The ship was used in various missions in World War II including the invasion of Sicily and the Normandy invasion. Visitors are able to climb aboard and explore the ship as the crew provides a glimpse into her past.
Military enthusiasts, history buffs, and school groups will learn how it was instrumental in battles dating back to World War II.
USS LST-325 docked at the McGregor Park boat ramp.
