Annual Events
Thanks to a mild climate, Lawrence County hosts outdoor events most of the year. The fun begins in April with the Springtime Merry Market at Rotary Park. That’s followed by celebrations every month: monster trucks, bluegrass and Gospel music, the Middle Tennessee District Fair, and tractor pulls, rodeos and antique car shows. Each year concludes with a big finish at our Oktoberfest and Annual Christmas Parade.
April
Springtime merry market
Enjoy a fun-filled day with your family and friends at the Springtime Merry Market! Vendors are handpicked to ensure shoppers have the best shopping experience from Food, Fashion, Home & Garden Décor, Food Trucks, and so much more! Find dates and additional info by following The Merry Market on Facebook.
MAY
Clash of the Monster Trucks
See some of the nation’s top Pro Monster Truck superstars perform at the Rotary Park grandstands. Drivers compete in a Tailgate Ripping Wheelie Contest, Full Throttle Racing, Donut Contest and a No Time Limited Freestyle Showdown.
June
Summertown Bluegrass Reunion
The Bluegrass Festial is held in June and again on Labor Day weekend. Featuring live music, crafts, food, and shade tree picking. The site offers primitive camping and RV hookups. Call 931.964.2100 for more information.
Rumble at the Crossroads Weekend
Two big days of family fun featuring truck and tractor pulls, kid’s competitions, and plenty of food options. See mtdf.org or follow Rumble at the Crossroads on Facebook for the lineup of daily events.
Lone Star Rodeo
Bareback Bronc Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Cowgirl’s Breakaway Roping, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Cowgirl’s Barrel Racing, & Bull Riding. For more info visit lonestarrodeocompany.com.
Lawco Freedom Fest
Live Music, food, games, vendors, and the best fireworks show in Lawrence County, all come together to make LawCo Freedom Fest a success! Typically held the Saturday before July 4th. Visit the calendar of events for more information.
July
James D. Vaughan Gospel Quartet Festival
Performances from top Southern Gospel quartets including chart-topping newcomers from the stage of the Historic Crockett Theater. Tickets available online at lawrenceburgtn.gov.
August
Crossroads of Dixie Antique Tractor & Engine Show
If you like tractors then this show is for you! Hundreds of antique tractors, engines, and farm equipment on display. Tractor pulls, parade and live music. For the event schedule go to crossroadsofdixie.com.
David Crockett Days
The Davy Crockett Longhunters honor one of Lawrence County’s founding fathers and an American icon, featuring life experiences during the early 18th Century. Walk through tent camps with open camp fires, period dress, informational events and crafts. Check out davycrockettlonghunters.com for more info.
Bulls and Barrels Rodeo
The bulls and barrels rodeo is hours of bull riding, barrel racing, and bucking broncos. This event is a fundraiser for the Abigail’s Plan Miracle League and is put on by Premier Bulls so you know you’re looking at professionals here. Come out to Lawrenceburg Rotary Park and see the Old West in Lawrenceburg TN! Visit @AbigailsPlan on Facebook.
September
Middle Tennessee District Fair
Carnival rides and games for all ages fill the midway. A covered grandstand with seating for over 4,500 overlooks the arena where musical entertainment, motorcycle racing, tough truck competition, tractor and truck pulls and a demolition derby thrill the fans. Agricultural and commercial exhibits and food booths where you’ll find everything from a giant corndog and cotton candy to a delicious steak. See www.mtdfair.org for a complete schedule of daily events.
Summertown Bluegrass Reunion
(See June event for details.)
October
Oktoberfest
Celebrating Loretto’s distinct German heritage with a German dinner, Catholic Mass, live music, a 5K, and a Weenie Dog race. For the schedule of events see Loretto Lift-Up on Facebook.
Antique Car & Truck Show
Vintage car and truck owners bring out their best to compete in several categories including the People’s Choice. For show information visit Lawrence County Classic Car Club on Facebook.
November
The Merry Market
Find something for everyone on your list at The Merry Market. Vendors are handpicked to ensure shoppers have the best shopping experience from Food, Fashion, Home Décor, and so much more! Find dates and additional info by following The Merry Market on Facebook.
December
Lawrence County Christmas Parade
Thousands line the street as beautiful floats, marching bands, Christmas characters, and Santa Claus make their way from Rotary Park to downtown Lawrenceburg. Find the details at lawcotn.com or call 931-762-4911.
