From State & Beale:
Lainey Wilson: Tough As Nails Opens At County Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates Lainey Wilson with a new exhibit, Tough as Nails, chronicling her inspiring rise from small-town Louisiana to country music superstardom. On display through June 2026.
Southern Festival of Books Reveals 2025 Poster, Event Details
The 37th annual Southern Festival of Books returns to Downtown Nashville this October with a newly revealed 2025 poster by artist Sarah Goldstein. Expect a free weekend filled with author panels, food trucks, live performances, and hands-on fun for all ages.
“Tourism Is Soaring,” Travel Breaks Records In Tennessee
Credit: Tennessee Department of Tourism Development
Bike Tennessee
Bike Tennessee offers 52 routes to help you discover Tennessee on two wheels.
Wilderness at the Smokies Doubles Indoor Water Park for Spring Swim Adventures
(Credit: Moment Factory) The brand new Kaleidoscope Kavern last river is a one-of-a-kind (and first-of-its-kind) attraction.
“Playcation” Catalog Offers Uniquely Tennessee Toys for the Holidays
The Tennessee Playcation guide offers a Tennessee roadtrip in a toy catalog. In it, you can order building sets (like Legos) of the Ryman Auditorium, the Chattanooga Aquarium, Memphis Zoo, and more.
Bargatze Brings Tennessee to the World as SNL Host
(Photo credit: Nate Bargatze via Facebook) Nate Bargatze gently roasted the Wilson County Fair before a national audience Saturday as he hosted Saturday Night Live.
“Playlist” Exhibit Highlights Tennessee’s Music Heritage at State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum’s new exhibit, The Tennessee Playlist, explores the depth and breadth of the state’s long and storied music history.
New Book Gives You a Knoxville Bucket List
Photo credit: Stephen Ellis on Unsplash
Beers, barbecue, and football are just three of the “100 Things to do in Knoxville Before You Die.”
Prost! Oktoberfests Abound Across Tennessee
(Photo credit: Chattanooga Oktoberfest) Grab your lederhosen and lift your stein, Oktoberfest season is upon Tennessee.
Southern Festival of Books Heads to Bicentennial Mall Oct. 21-22
Novelist Carl Hiassen headlines this year’s event.
Classic Rocky Waters Motor Inn Gets a Luxury Refresh
A piece of classic Gatlinburg get a modern-day glow up.
Fall In Tennessee: Three Great State Parks to See Fall Colors
From Roan Mountain to Reelfoot Lake, you’ll love these fall excursions in Tennessee.