Events

John Cowan performs with fiddler Luke Bulla and guitarist Ethan Ballinger at The Down Home. The trio’s program draws from bluegrass, country, gospel, soul, jazz and rock. Check the organizer’s page for ticket information. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/john-cowan-trio-at-the-down-home/

ETSU’s Faculty & Friends Chamber Series opens with a free memorial concert in the ETSU Foundation Grand Hall. The program features music by Florence Price, Samuel Barber and Aaron Copland, along with the world premiere of “Blessed Be the Beautiful” by ETSU assistant professor Dr. Alex Zhang. Free tickets must be reserved through the Martin Center. Event details: https://www.etsu.edu/martin-center/events-tickets/musicdepartment.php

Visit Johnson City and meet director David Nutter host the annual cross-country invitational at Winged Deer Park Lakeside. Hundreds of elementary, middle and high school runners from more than 60 schools are expected, with races and awards scheduled throughout the morning. The event is free and open to spectators. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/iron-mountains-invitational/

Johnson City Parks and Recreation presents a free outdoor screening of “Angels in the Outfield” at TVA Credit Union Ballpark. Activities begin at 6 p.m. with games, arts and crafts, and giveaways; the movie begins around sunset. Bring blankets or seating and movie snacks. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/movies-in-the-park-angels-in-the-outfield/

ETSU presents a Sunday program exploring William Billings, early American singing schools and the music connected to the country’s earliest national identity. The event takes place in Powell Recital Hall at the Martin Center for the Arts. Event details: https://www.etsu.edu/students/sao/organizations/civicengagement/etsu250.php

Children ages 5–12 are invited to celebrate Tui T. Sutherland’s “Wings of Fire” book series with dragon-themed activities at the Johnson City Public Library. Drop in during the event to create original characters, visit craft stations and discover which dragon tribe you might belong to. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/wings-of-fire-party/

The Local Honeys and Rebecca Porter perform at The Down Home on Wednesday, September 16. The Local Honeys blend traditional Kentucky music with modern soundscapes and original songwriting, while Rebecca Porter brings Americana songwriting shaped by Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Check the official event page for tickets and current details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/the-local-honeys-with-rebecca-porter-at-the-down-home/

Families can learn to identify native trees including oak, maple and hickory during a presentation by Dr. Tim McDowell of the ETSU Arboretum, followed by hands-on leaf and seed matching activities. The program takes place in the library’s Polly Peterson Room. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/etsu-arboretum-know-your-trees/

Johnson City Public Library hosts a free, all-ages afternoon inspired by the Shire and Appalachian traditions, with music by The Butternuts and the Science Hill Chamber Orchestra, folk dancing, blacksmithing and fiber-art demonstrations, games and vendor booths. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/shirefest/

Johnson City Parks and Recreation presents a free outdoor screening of “Top Gun” at King Commons as a Stars & Stripes Cinema night with ETSU and Downtown Johnson City in connection with America’s 250th birthday. Activities begin at 6 p.m., and the movie begins around sunset. Event details: https://visitjohnsoncitytn.com/event/movies-in-the-park-top-gun/