Cookeville’s buzzing with summer energy—fairs, fireworks, and free ice cream! 🎡

Monster trucks, cake tastings, back-to-school bashes, and big band tunes, this weekend’s full of classic Cookeville fun.

Slip on your flip-flops, bring the fam, and get ready to chase flavor, music, and memories all across the Upper Cumberland. 🍧🎶

Putnam County Fair
Thursday-Saturday, July 31st - Aug 9th | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM | $5
Putnam County Fairgrounds, Cookeville

The fair is back and bigger than ever! Rodeos, monster trucks, fried food, and a whole lotta heart—this is small-town Tennessee at its best. See y’all at the fairgrounds!

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Cake Testing
Friday, Aud 1st | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $25
50 W Broad Street, Cookeville

Five cake flavors, one sweet decision. Grab a $25 flight, pick your fave, and get exclusive discounts for your next big cake day.

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Dog Days
Friday, Aug 1st | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
17 W Spring St, Cookeville

Cookeville’s Friday night just got furrier! Shop local, see live art, vote for your favorite animal-themed piece, and enjoy summer vibes downtown with the whole fam.

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Sports Card & Collectibles Show
Saturday, Aug 2nd | 8:00 AM | $1
Avery Trace Middle School, Cookeville

Over 135 tables of cards, comics, and collector gold—plus giveaways worth $300+. Perfect weekend stop for hobby lovers and treasure hunters alike!

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Tennessee Angus Field Day
Saturday, Aug 2nd | 8:00 AM | FREE
1253 McClanahan Dr., Crossville

Head out to Crossville for a full day on the ranch: cattle, contests, panels, and a chance to win a registered Angus heifer. Yes, really.

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Summer Reading Club Pizza Party
Saturday, Aud 2nd | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
41 West Broad Street, Cookeville

You read, you earned it. Come celebrate summer reading the old-school way—with a slice, some buttons, and fellow book lovers. 🍕

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National Night Out
Tuesday, Aug 5th | 6:00 PM –8:00 PM | FREE
Dogwood Park, Cookeville

Meet your local heroes, let the kids explore emergency vehicles, and hang out with the Cookeville crew for a night of community and connection.

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Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, Aug 5th | 6:00 PM | Price varies
Cream City, Cookeville

Buy a scoop at Cream City, bring it across to the Train Depot, and enjoy a sweet evening of convo and community.

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Coffee and Cones – Moms & Kids
Friday, Aug 1st | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | FREE
Cane Creek Park, Cookeville

Coffee for moms, ice cream for the kids, and good convos all around at Cane Creek Park. Drop in anytime 10–1!

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Twice Told Tales Book Sale
Saturday, Aug 2nd | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | FREE
Putnam County Library - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville

Books for as little as 50 cents! Bring a pack of seeds and you’ll even score a free read. It’s a win-win for readers and growers.

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Pokémon Trading Card Day
Saturday, Aug 2nd | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | FREE
Putnam County Library - 50 E Broad St, Cookeville

Bring your cards and your best trades to the library. No battles—just good old-fashioned swapping. Parents required for kids under 13.

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Back to School Watermelon Social
Tuesday, Aug 7th | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | FREE
1 Cougar Lane, Cookeville

Kick off the school year with juicy slices and playground hangs after your parent meeting. Community and watermelon? Yes, please.

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Blazin' Phoenix at the Fair
Thursday, July 31st | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | FREE
Trackside - 172 W Broad St, Cookeville

Live rock + country on the Wilson Bank stage. Blazin' Phoenix is back at the fair for year #5—don’t miss their set!

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Tennessee Backroads Band @ Trackside
Friday, Aug 1st | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | FREE
Trackside - 172 W Broad St, Cookeville

Classic country tunes, loaded food trucks, and sunset vibes. Gather your people and head to Trackside for a laid-back Friday night.

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Big Band Sound Orchestra
Monday, Aug 4th | 7:30 PM | FREE
30 E Broad St, Cookeville

Swing, jazz, and old-school big band magic in Dogwood Park. Bring a blanket, hit the lawn, and dance under the stars.

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