July 2nd - July 9th, 2026

July 02, 2026

🇺🇸 Stars, stripes, fireworks, and summer nights are here! 🐝

The Fourth of July week is packed with hometown fun, live music, ice cream socials, flea market finds, and plenty of ways to celebrate with family and friends. Grab your lawn chairs, wear your red, white, and blue, and enjoy another great week around the Upper Cumberland. 🎆🎶🍦

Moody's Flea Market
Saturday, July 4th | 8 AM - 3 PM | FREE
113 E Spring Street, Cookeville, TN

Treasure hunting never gets old! Browse antiques, vintage finds, handmade goods, and plenty of local vendors while supporting Cookeville's community markets.

4th of July: American Ride
Saturday, July 4th | 9:30 AM - 4 PM | FREE
1424 Interstate Dr, Cookeville

Celebrate Independence Day on two wheels with a scenic community ride. All riders are welcome, and everyone gets a free commemorative helmet sticker.

Red, White & BOOM Fireworks
Saturday, July 4th | 4 PM - 10 PM | FREE
Putnam County Fairgrounds

One of Cookeville's biggest Fourth of July traditions returns with live music, food trucks, family activities, and one of Tennessee's largest fireworks shows. Admission and parking are free!

Chili Cook-Off
Thursday, July 9th | 6 PM | $10- $20
421 N Washington Ave

Think your chili deserves bragging rights? Or just come hungry! Sample homemade recipes, cast your vote, and enjoy a fun evening of friendly competition.

FOR LITTLE BEES:

Patriotic Photos
Thursday, July 2nd | 9 AM - 8 PM | FREE
Putnam County Library, Cookeville

Step into history with a patriotic photo opportunity as kids sign the Declaration of Independence in honor of America's 250th birthday.

Art Quest
Monday, July 6th | 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM | FREE
Putnam County Library, Cookeville

Get creative with weekly hands-on art projects led by a local art teacher. A relaxing way to spend the afternoon, whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist.

Mural Celebration Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, July 8th | 11 AM - 1 PM | FREE
Algood Branch Library

Celebrate Algood Library's beautiful new mural, meet the artist behind it, and cool off with free ice cream while enjoying this community celebration.

Scales and Tales with Cummins Falls State Park
Thursday, July 9th | 2 PM - 3 PM | FREE
Baxter Branch Library

Meet a park ranger and discover the wildlife of Tennessee through hands-on exhibits, animal pelts, owl pellets, and maybe even a live snake or two!

The Buzzworthy Lineup

Andrew Buckner Live at HTBC
Thursday, July 2nd | 6 PM | FREE
Happy Trails Brewing Co.

Kick back with an evening of acoustic music as local favorite Andrew Buckner returns for another live performance.

A Tribute to Dolly
Thursday, July 2nd | 6:15 PM | $41
Cookeville Performing Arts Center

Celebrate the music and spirit of Dolly Parton with a tribute show packed with beloved hits, memorable stories, and plenty of rhinestone charm.

Resurrection: Journey Tribute
Friday, July 3rd | 6:15 PM | $41
Cookeville Performing Arts Center

Love classic rock? This nationally recognized Journey tribute band delivers the biggest hits with the sound and energy fans remember from the original concerts.

Cookeville Community Band Concert
Monday, July 6th | 7:30 PM - 9 PM | FREE
Dogwood Performance Pavilion

Pack a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening of live music as talented local musicians perform favorite wind band classics under the summer sky.

Have a great week,
The Cookeville Buzz 🐝