Schedule Of Events

5:30 am-6:30 am : FiA Free Ladies Workout

FiA (Females in Action) is a free, peer-led women’s fitness community that builds strength, confidence, and friendships through outdoor workouts. Open to all fitness levels, FiA’s workouts combine bodyweight exercises, cardio, and fun in a supportive environment. Join them to sweat, connect, and empower each other no membership, no pressure, just movement and motivation! Bring a mat and hand weights if you have them. This event is free and open to the public.

Location : Centennial Park Kingsport TN

9:00 am-11:00 am : Hike to Sinking Waters

Join us as we hike through the lush forest of the sinking waters trail. The hike is roughly 1-mile round trip to the boardwalk around the wetlands. Find out how Sinking Waters got its name and make other natural discoveries along the way. Please come prepared for the weather and wear sturdy hiking shoes. We will meet at the Warriors Path Marina then carpool to the trailhead. Limited spots available. Registration is free but required. Register at the Fun Fest Store.

Location : Warriors' Path State Park, East Tennessee Kingsport TN

9:00 am-6:00 pm : Putt-Putt Fun Fest Tournament

Everyone can come play one free 18 hole game. Different age divisions with low score winner in each division winning a trophy. Divisions are: Boys 12-under; Boys 13-17; Men 18-over; Senior Men 55-over; Girls 12-under; Girls 13–17; Women 18-over; Senior Women 55-over; Championship.This event is open to all ages and families to participate.. Free tickets are required. They are available at the Fun Fest Store inside the Kingsport Chamber or at the course (346 West Stone Drive).

Location : 346 W. Stone Drive Kingsport TN

1:00 pm-6:00 pm : Kids Central presented by Niswonger Children’s Hospital

This is a FREE Event! Niswonger Children’s Hospital has sponsored the Kids Central activity area for the past 15 years during Fun Fest. The event is a 2-day

event targeted to elementary school age children and encourages outdoor play with educational and fun activities. Children can enjoy outdoor play, educational “fun shops”, stage performances, a spin, sprint, splash mini triathlon and the Indian Path Community Hospital “Extreme Challenge.” The goal is to reach children and parents in a fun and safe way so they can experience the benefits of physical activity. The activities are completely free and we allow other family-oriented non-profits to promote their programs to our audience. During Kids Central, 1000+ children attend per day.

Location : 301 Louis St, Kingsport, TN 37660

5:00 pm-6:00 pm : Splash Dance at Kids Central

Come out and cool down with the Splash Dance! The Kingsport Fire Department will bring out a giant ladder truck and pull out all the hoses to offer kids a chance to have some fun in the water. Come out to Kids Central and finish the day with splash dance! This event is free and open to the public.

Location : 301 Louis Street Kingsport TN

7:00 pm-8:00 pm : Appalachian Express Chorus

Come out end enjoy The Appalachian Express Chorus. They are part of the NE Tennessee Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.  Tickets are required and cost $5. They can be picked up at the Fun Fest store inside the Kingsport Chamber.

Location : 2213 Brandon Lane Kingsport TN

7:00 pm-9:00 pm : Community Square & Round Dance Party

This will be a community dance with opportunities for all ages to have fun while learning some basics and dancing. No experience is required to come and have some fun! In square dancing, eight people (four couples) dance together to the instructions of a caller. Round dancing is choreographed ballroom dancing (waltz, cha, two step, rumba, foxtrot) with cues. Both types of dancing provide great opportunities for social interaction, physical exercise, mental stimulation and, most importantly, fun! This is a free event – no registration required.

Location : 1550 Fort Henry Drive Kingsport TN

7:45 pm-9:45 pm : Kayak Sunset Float

Come out and enjoy a late evening float on Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir with Park Ranger Ethan Sane. As we paddle the shorelines of the lake, we will cover the parks rich history and discuss any flora and fauna that we discover along the way. Warriors Path will provide the Kayaks for this event. Please, no large coolers or fishing poles on this program. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Limited spots available. Registration is $10. Register at the Fun Fest Store.

Location : Warriors' Path State Park, East Tennessee Kingsport TN