NEWS RELEASE Monday, February 3, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                   Kingsport Hosts Appalachian Athletic Conference Swimming and Diving Championships Kingsport, Tenn. – Visit Kingsport is thrilled to...
Each New Year brings the opportunity to make new memories with those you love. It also brings the chance to explore new places, try new foods and create new traditions. Kingsport offers a multitude of activities to enjoy. From history and art, to nature and live...
Kingsport, Tenn. – Four local songwriters won the Kingsport Qualifying Round for the 2025 Tennessee Songwriters Week competition and will advance to the showcase rounds next month. The qualifying event, hosted by Visit Kingsport at Model City Tap House, was held on...
January is a month of new beginnings and new year’s resolutions. For many, it’s also a month to partake in Dry January. We spoke with some local breweries, bars and restaurants about their non-alcoholic drink options. So, whether you’re looking for a NA beer, wine or...
2024 may be coming to a close…but there’s still plenty of fun to be had! Businesses across the Tri-Cities are gearing up for the New Year and are ready to close out 2024 with a celebration! We’ve put together a list of New Year’s Celebrations leading up to 2025. New...
Visit Kingsport’s Taran Christiansen Completes Hospitality & Tourism Certificate Program Eight students from across Northeast Tennessee, including Visit Kingsport’s Taran Christiansen, recently completed the Hospitality & Tourism Certificate offered in...
Visit Kingsport Launches Inaugural Peppermint Trail  KINGSPORT, Tenn. – This holiday season, let the sweet scent of peppermint guide you through Kingsport’s Peppermint Trail. Visit Kingsport invites you to explore festive storefronts, twinkling lights and seasonal...
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Claus is coming to town! There’s no better way to get in the Christmas Spirit than with a visit from the man in red himself. We’ve put together a list of Santa Sightings around Kingsport to make sure your holiday season is Merry and Bright! Beginning...
‘The Show’ NAIA Basketball Showcase Returns to Kingsport for 10th Year  KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Visit Kingsport will host The Show as it returns for its tenth year for a weekend of basketball. The Show is a three-day event that takes place from November 29 through December...
Every year, businesses throughout Downtown Kingsport prepare for the holiday season by decorating their stores, offering sales and promotions on products and spreading Christmas cheer to all who come through their doors. For many local stores, Small Business Saturday...
Christmas is just over a month away, but there’s ways to celebrate the season almost daily! From shopping and craft fairs to the Kingsport parade and tree lighting and so much more, we’ve got your list of holiday happenings in and around Kingsport for the entire...
All aboard! The Santa Train returns Saturday, November 23 for its 110 mile journey throughout Kentucky, Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. Each year the Santa Train delivers more than 15 tons of toys, gifts and winter accessories to thousands of families. This year...
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