Hatchie BirdFest
Unique outdoor adventures and over 200 species of birds await you on the Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge. The event will includes in-person nature walks and hikes, educational seminars, and more. Perfect for seasoned birders or beginners.
Details available as they are finalized at hatchiebirdfest.com
Dinner at Eight, Dead by Nine. A murder mystery dinner.
Join us for an evening of mystery and suspense. Our local cast of players promises an incredible experience, including lots of humor and fun.
$25 General Admission. Tickets are available at Brownsville-Haywood County Parks and Recreation, 100 Boyd Avenue.
Mountain Bike Skills Clinic
Want to learn mountain bike riding or brush up on your skills. This clinic held at the Rockin’ Roll Hatchie Trails is just what you’ve been looking for. Openings for 15 participants, ages 12 and up. Bring your bike, helmet, water and some snacks and closed-toe shoes and learn 10-12 basic skills for trail riding. Call Brownsville-Haywood County Parks and Recreation (731-772-6693) to sign up.
Exit 56 Blues Fest
Exit 56 Blues Fest celebrates the legacy of Brownsville bluesmen Sleepy John Estes, Hammie Nixon and Yank Rachell. The music festival takes place on the grounds of the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center in Brownsville TN each Memorial Day weekend.
10th Annual Tina Turner Heritage Days
Join fans from all over the world as they remember and share their love for the Queen of Rock while exploring her hometown. The 3-day event features special guests and tours of Nutbush.
Brownsville Classic Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Join your friends and neighbors downtown historic Brownsville TN for the annual Christmas activities - shopping, Santa visits, parade and tree lighting.
Haywood Comic Convention
The Haywood Comic Convention in Brownsville, Tennessee is set to be a two-day comic and pop culture extravaganza that promises fun, food, entertainment, music, and an excellent time for all attendees. Join us Saturday, March 9, 10-6 pm and Sunday, March 10, 10am-4pm. Tickets are $12 and $18.
Film Release: The Steel Garden
The origin of a Tennessee Icon, "The Steel Garden," is explored through this documentary about Brownsville artist Billy Tripp and his unique metal sculpture, The MindField. The film is produced and directed by another Haywood County native, Randall Kendrick. Following this special screening of the film, Kendrick and Dr. Beth Tripp will discuss the film and take questions from the audience. A free event giving the community a chance to see the documentary before it's public release.
Brownsville Mardi Gras
Brownsville’s 3rd Annual Mardi Gras on the historic Court Square. This event features live music, great shopping, food trucks and a Mardi Gras parade led by the Memphis Second Line Band. Join the fun Saturday, February 17, from 11-3 pm.
An Afternoon with Billy Weir
Billy Weir was the first drummer for Harold Jenkins (aka Conway Twitty), when Weir was only 15 years old and later listed as one of Sun Records 5 Great Drummers. Weir started his music career as a drummer in a Jackson TN school band before his family moved to Memphis where he attended Humes High School. At age 83, he is releasing a compilation vinyl record with original songs that span his music career, including a remix of a song with Conway Twitty. Weir is also an author and owner / engineer at Gumball Recording Studios. Special guests will also be on hand for the release of his album "Here We Go Again." A special presentation and program at 3 pm.
Tennessee Songwriters Week Qualifying Round
The West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center is proud to be an official qualifying venue for the 2024 TN Songwriters Week. All singer / songwriters in all genres are eligible to compete. The Delta Heritage Center qualifier will be Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 1-5 pm. Only 20 slots are available. Winner of the qualifying round will move on to the next round to be held in Memphis the week of Feb. 18-24.
Sign up at this link.
Sleepy John's Country Blues Jam & Workshop
Celebrating the birthday of Brownsville Bluesman Sleepy John Estes (1/25) with birthday cake and more.
Ever wanted to write a Blues song? West TN Bluesman Elam McKnight will walk you through the structure of a Blues tune and share tips for creating your unique compositions at 10 am. Following the songwriting workshop, you can enjoy birthday cake and participate in an acoustic Blues jam session.
Bring your instruments, your voice or just your love for the Blues.
Bicentennial Unity Breakfast
Join Brownsville in the kick-off breakfast to celebrate 200 years of its charter. Leaders and residents come together to welcome a new year and celebrate the community. Free event. Everyone is welcome.
Caroling on Jefferson
A community-wide event and 3rd Annual Historic Jefferson Street Celebration featuring caroling by your favorite choirs and groups. Please join us as we continue revitalization efforts to restore Historic Jefferson Street and help ring in the holiday season with this festive event.
Brownsville Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Join your friends and neighbors downtown Brownsville TN for the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree and Parade.
A Classic Christmas in Haywood
Booths, shopping, carriage rides, photos with Santa, story time with Santa, holiday photo sessions and more. Happening downtown Brownsville TN and at the Historic Eader House.
Stanton Chow Chow Festival
Calling all Chow Chow makers. Submit your homemade Chow Chow for judging and prizes. Also enjoy DJ, games, free food, dancing and vendors on site. For more information call 731-548-2565. Sponsored by Blue Oval City and Town of Stanton.
Santa, Snow & Cocoa
Photos with Santa, free cocoa for the kids and swirling snow - Nov. 10, 2023, from 5-8 pm. Start a new family tradition. Bring your cameras to catch the kids with Santa and their fun playing among the gently falling snowflakes. Food truck on site with free cocoa for the kids; great food options, too. Christmas music and more! Just a fun evening to kick off the holiday season!
National Night Out
Join your friends and neighbors as Brownsville TN comes together to celebrate community and help fight the war on drugs and crime. Community partners will be set up with tent sites and goodies. The Brownsville Police Department will be cooking hot dogs for everyone. This is a free event and every one is welcome.
Tina Turner Heritage Days
Tina Turner Heritage Days celebrates the Queen of Rock in her hometown.
Antique Farmers Tractor Show
Annual Antique Tractor Show on the grounds of the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center, Brownsville TN. Presented by Farmers Antique Tractor Club of Brownsville Tennessee. Bring your antique tractor. Demonstrators Welcome. No Entry Fee Required! Registration begins at 9 a.m. Awards at 1 p.m.
Play Music on the Porch Day
Pop in to the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center, Brownsville TN, for a lunchtime jam session on the porch. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments for an acoustic jam session from 11a-2 pm. Everyone is invited. All genre and instruments welcome – including voices, and just folks wanting to hear some great music.
Mindfield 4.0 Drone Meet
A free annual event for all R/C fliers. If you plan to fly, please visit website to register. You must register to fly or for more information - visit: http://www.heronaerialphotography.com/mindfield. All skill levels are welcome. Flight Frequency Organization. Power and Charging. Anything that flies is welcome. Fixed wing, FPV and Camera Drones. Features special guests, speakers, raffle tickets, music entertainment and more. Plenty of parking for RVs and cars. Free WiFi and restrooms. Mindfield Grill available for food orders. Local hotels and field available for camping.
Good Neighbor Night
Come bring the family and join your neighbors for an enjoyable evening of games, snow cones, popcorn, and more at the Brownsville Amphitheater. Presented by Main Street Brownsville TN.
Prayz in the Park
Summer Jamz Music Fest finale brings us to the Brownsville TN Amp for a gospel concert by local praise team Jeffrey Vaulx & Perfect Praise, with words from Ben Cowell and Jay Boyd beginning at 7 pm. Bring your lawn chairs! Food truck on site. Sponsored by the Brownsville Arts Council, Brownsville Haywood County Chamber of Commerce and the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center.
Summer Songz
Summer Jamz Music Fest all day event featuring an Arts & Crafts Show and live music on the grounds of the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center, Brownsville TN. The all-day concert features regional singer/songwriters. Food truck on site. Bring your lawn chairs. Sponsored by the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center.
Jamz on Jefferson
Jamz on Jefferson - featuring NiaSoul. Bring your lawn chairs and join the evening concert at the corner of Jefferson and Anderson Ave., at the Brownsville Farmer’s Market beginning at 7 pm. Food truck on site. Sponsored by the Brownsville Haywood County Chamber of Commerce.
Art Jamz
Kids 5-12 will paint their own 8x10 canvas during Art Jamz, Thursday, July 20, 7 pm at the Tamm Park on the Square. Free to first 25 who sign up. Call 731-772-6693. Sponsored by the Brownsville Arts Council.
Exit 56 Blues Fest
Celebrating the legacy of the Country Blues in the hometown of Blues Pioneers “Sleepy” John Estes, Hammie Nixon and Yank Rachell. 2 days of great music including a “Women in the Blues” showcase, Corvette Car Show, Classic Car Cruise In, arts and crafts and great food, including Brownsville barbecue. Free Admission. Memorial Day weekend.
Haywood Comic Convention
The Haywood Comic Convention in Brownsville, Tennessee is set to be a two-day comic and pop culture extravaganza that promises fun, food, entertainment, music, and an excellent time for all attendees. Join us Friday March 10, 3-8 pm and Saturday, March 11, 10am-6pm. Tickets are $12 and $18.
Sleepy John's Country Blues Jam
In honor of Blues Pioneer Sleepy John Estes' birthday, the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center in Brownsville TN celebrates with birthday cake, a book signing and an acoustic Blues Jam. Everyone is invited. Bring your instrument, voice or just your love of the music.
Caroling on Jefferson
A community-wide event and 2nd Annual Historic Jefferson Street Celebration featuring caroling by your favorite choirs and groups. Please join us as we continue our revitalization efforts to restore Historic Jefferson Street and help ring in the holiday season with this festive event.
Brownsville Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Join your friends and neighbors downtown Brownsville TN for the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree and Parade.
Holiday Trail of Lights
Start a new family tradition! Brownsville lights it up for the holiday with a Holiday Trail of Lights. Using Markowski Christmas Lights (1675 Coburn Road) as your anchor, you can explore multiple locations throughout Haywood County. Do them all in one night or plan several outings over the holidays. Light displays continue December 1-30.
Markowski Christmas Lights
One (1) Million lights, 100 inflatables and 8 acres await your arrival to the Markowski family's massive Christmas light display in Brownsville, TN. The drive-thru exhibit includes local children's drawings brought to lighted life as you wind your way through the property. Weekends usually mean a visit with Santa or other children’s characters such as Olaf and the Grinch.
Valerie June Book Signing
Meet Valerie June Hockett - a Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, multi- instrumentalist and author from Humboldt Tennessee. Her newest book, "Somebody to Love: The Story of Valerie June’s Sweet Little Baby Banjolele," was just released November 1, and is a hardcover children’s book inspired by how June wrote the song “Somebody to Love” from her album Pushin’ Against a Stone.
Upcoming events.
Upcoming events, festivals and happenings will be added to the calendar as they are confirmed and finalized. If you have any questions about a happening in Brownsville TN, please contact us.