June 6th - Jun 12th 2025

June 05, 2025

Cookeville’s shinin’ bright with color runs, cool-downs, and summer kickoffs! 🐝

This week is full of fun: rainbow dashes and dragon movies to tulip digs, yard sale hauls, and planes getting pulled—this week’s lineup is as wild as it is wonderful.

Grab your shades, pack a snack, and let’s soak up the sunshine and good times across the Upper Cumberland! â˜€ïžđŸŠđŸŽ¶đŸŒžâœˆïž

UPCOMING EVENTS

Touch a Truck: Summer Reading Kick-Off
Friday, June 6th | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | FREE
125 4th Ave, Algood

Climb, explore, and play! Kick off summer reading with bounce houses and big trucks at the Algood Branch Library. A perfect family-friendly way to start the season.

Art in Bloom - First Friday on Spring Street
Friday, June 6th | 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm | FREE
17 W Spring St, Cookeville

Spring Street blooms with local art, flower-themed fun, pop-ups, prizes, and fresh summer vibes! Grab free flower seeds and stroll through creativity in full bloom.

First Friday | Art Round Tennessee
Friday, June 6th | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm | FREE
54 S Cedar Ave, Cookeville

Pop over to Meg’s Bread & West Side Grocery for live music, food, and local art galore. A $5 donation keeps the vibes flowing

Mega 2-Neighborhood-Wide Yard Sale
Friday - Saturday, June 6th - 7th | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | FREE
3937 Shipley Rd, Cookeville

Two neighborhoods. Dozens of families. Endless treasures. Huntington Woods and Castlebrooke bring you one epic yard sale. Rain or shine—bargain hunters, mark your calendars!

Movie in the Park: The Wild Robot
Friday, June 6th | 8:00 pm | FREE
Dogwood Park, 30 E Broad St, Cookeville

Kick back under the stars with The Wild Robot at Dogwood Park! Family-friendly flicks every Friday night in June—bring your blanket, grab some snacks, and enjoy the movie magic after dark.

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Tulip Bulb Dig Day
Saturday, June 7th | 8:00 am | $10
463 Board Valley Rd., Sparta

Dig up your own tulips! Over 100,000 bulbs, $10 per bucket. Bring tools, bags, and a love for gardening. All ages welcome—flower lovers, this one’s for y’all.

Sports Card & Collectible Show
Saturday, June 7th | 8:00 am - 2:00 pm | FREE
Avery Trace Middle School, 230 Raider Dr, Cookeville

135+ tables of sports cards, comics, memorabilia, and PokĂ©mon magic. $300+ in giveaways. Collectors, you’re gonna love this!

Sleep on Heavenly Peace - First Build of 2025
Saturday, June 7th | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | FREE
CrossFit Mayhem, 601 Rich Froning Way, Cookeville

Help build beds for kids who need them—no experience needed! Tools, snacks, and good vibes provided. Bring your family and build something that matters.

Run the Runway 5K & Airplane Pull
Saturday, June 7th | 9:00 am | $50
Upper Cumberland Regional Airport, 750 Airport Rd, Sparta

Run the runway, then pull a 40,000 lb plane! Special Olympics fundraiser with food trucks, medals, and muscle. Fun for runners and strong-armed teams alike.

Summer Kick-Off 2025
Saturday, June 7th | 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | FREE
360 S Old Kentucky Road, Cookeville

Bounce houses, bubbles, food trucks, sidewalk games—and dunkin’ dads?! Cookeville MomCo’s summer bash brings sunshine, snacks, and a splash of fun for all. Don’t miss the firetruck cool-down!

Second Annual Sundae in the Park
Sunday, June 8th | 3:00 pm | FREE
Dogwood Park, 30 E Broad St, Cookeville

Cool down with free ice cream, games, and family fun at Dogwood Park! It’s all free, all sweet, and all about making summer memories together.

KIDS CORNER

Kids Color Run
Friday, June 6th | 10:00 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville

Get messy in the best way! Dash through clouds of color at Dogwood Park. Wear white, expect rainbows, and bring a towel for the ride home. A vibrant, fun run for kids and families!

Twice Told Tales Book Sale
Saturday, June 7th | 10:00 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville

Books for just pocket change! Snag great reads at $0.50–$3 and support the library. Want early access? Become a Library Friend and shop the pre-sale!

Movie and a Craft: How to Train Your Dragon
Thursday, June 12th | 11:00 am | FREE
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville

Watch the full dragon trilogy and craft your own Viking gear! Make a helmet or shield while the dragons soar on screen. Starts at 11 AM—perfect for young adventurers!

Live Music

Kinfolk at Frank’s at Cane Hollow
Saturday, June 7th | 7:00 pm | FREE
Frank’s at Cane Hollow RV Park, Sparta

Live tunes under the stars! Kinfolk brings the good vibes to Frank’s RV Park in Sparta. Music, food, and front-porch feels—free and family-friendly.

Reggae on the Water Float to Fancher Falls
Sunday, June 8th | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $70
13800 Cookeville Boat Dock Rd, Baxter

Paddle, swim, and sway to live reggae on the water! Float to Fancher Falls with music, sunshine, and chill vibes all around. $70 for a splashy Sunday.

Cookeville Community Band Concert
Sunday, June 8th | 7:30 pm | FREE
Dogwood Park, 30 E Broad St, Cookeville

Soak up summer sounds with the Cookeville Community Band at Dogwood Park! Free evening concert, lawn chairs welcome, good music guaranteed. Sunday, June 8th at 7:30 PM.

LOCAL BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

Absolute Fitness 24/7 Gym
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Absolute Fitness is Cookeville’s go-to spot when y’all are fixin’ to level up your workout game. This gym buzzes with energy from the moment you step in. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just gettin’ started, their certified trainers are always ready to spot you—literally and figuratively—and help you crush those goals. They’ve got everything from free weights and cardio machines.

Best part? The community vibe here is sweeter than honey. Folks cheer each other on like family, and the staff’s always happy to answer questions or offer tips. If you’re lookin’ for a down-home gym with top-notch equipment and a welcoming crowd, Absolute Fitness is where Cookeville comes to get strong—and have a good time doing it.

We are always trying to improve your experience, so if you have any suggestions or feedback, just respond to this email and let us know your thoughts!

Have a great week,
The Cookeville Buzz 🐝