TENNESSEE:   January/February/March   -   April   -   May

June/July/August   -   SEPTEMBER   -   October   -   November/Dec.
 

2024 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2024
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
(see also: 2023  -  2020  -  2019  -  2018  -  2017  -  2015 )

September 3-7, 2024
Annual Tennessee Soybean Festival - Martin, Tennessee
Big Bean and Service Awards, BBQ Cookoff and Live Entertainment.  A collaborative effort of the University of Tennessee at Martin, local industry and businesses, leaders in agriculture, churches and community organizations, and countless other volunteers who work together to make the festival bigger and better each year. The Soybean Festival provides an opportunity for food, fun and fellowship, all in celebration of Weakley County’s cash crop- the soybean. The event pays tribute to the soybean farmer yet includes something for everyone.

September 5, 2024 - The WhiskyX - Nashville, Tennessee
60+ Whiskies to taste and discover as well as world class music mixed with the best local food trucks, and other unique experiences.

September 7-8, 2024 - 11th Knox Asian Festival - Knoxville, Tennessee
Festival will feature authentic traditional food vendors representing Asian countries, such as Thailand, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, India, Burma, Korea, China, Japan, Philippines, Cambodia and Vietnam.  Performance art that includes traditional Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Indian, and Philippine dance. We also showcase various martial arts demonstrations, K-Pop and J-Pop performances, Chinese professional musicians, a bonsai exhibition, a cosplay contest, Japanese tea ceremony, and Japanese drummers from Disney World. Many of our artists travel to Knoxville from different US cities and from various Asian countries to participate in the Festival.  Attendance: 60,000.

September 14, 2024  Wine on the River - Nashville, Tennessee
Come join us from 3pm-7pm as we travel through 10 different regions spanning the globe. Sample wine, beer, and/or spirits specific to a certain region. Restaurants featuring culturally themed menus will also have food available for purchase. Take a break from your travels and enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz music. Riverfront Park.
 

September 16-21, 2024  Sharon Corn and Music Festival
Sharon, Tennessee
Among the events are corn recipe and eating contests, parade, cake walk, pageant, pet show and music.

September 27-28, 2024  Annual Chester County BBQ Festival
Henderson, Tennessee
Chester County, the "whole hog barbecue capital of the world" serves it’s nationally recognized specialty, whole hog, barbecued over an open pit. Plenty of music, acts, and comedy, along with art and craft booths, antique car show,  games and activities for the young and young at heart.  This year we will be hosting the 1st Annual Tennessee State Hog Callin’ Championship!
 

2023 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2023
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

September 17, 2023 - 9th Annual Nashville Vegfest
Nashville, Tennessee
We will have tons of vendors, tons of food & tons of fun! It’s a can’t miss event! Come hungry and ready to shop
 

2020 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2020
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

September 28-October 4, 2020 - Wine Over Water Food + Wine Festival
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Virtual Cocktail Class; Virtual Wine Night With Common House; Virtual Cooking Classes; St. John’s Stay Soiree with Duckhorn Vineyards; The Perfect Picnic Presented by First Horizon Foundation; Historic Virtual Tours sponsored by Reagan Outdoors; Restaurant Specials.  All proceeds from ticket sales benefit Cornerstones and their historic preservation efforts in Chattanooga. A portion of each WOW ticket is tax-deductible—thank you for your support.
 

2019 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2019
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

September 20-22, 2019  Music City Food + Wine Festival
Nashville, Tennessee
At the annual Music City Food + Wine Festival, national top chefs, winemakers, and spirits experts meet with local talent to give festival-goers a taste of Nashville’s vibrant culinary scene. The weekend features an abundance of bites and beverages to sample and savor, over 30 demos and panels with incredible talent, and enough southern character to make Music City feel like home for your taste buds.

September 28, 2019 - Gluten & Allergen Free Wellness Event
Knoxville, Tennessee
 

2018 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2018
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events waiting for new dates

September 1, 2018  The Memphis Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Memphis, Tennessee
Food Truck Festivals of America.
 

2017 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2017
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates

September 16, 2017  East Nashville Taco + Tequila Bash
Nashville, Tennessee
1. Taco Chef contest- The chefs enter their best taco and give them out to the ticket holders. The ticket holders pay $12 for all you can eat tacos or take advantage of one of the VIP options. They get a voting token and taste the competing tacos and cast their vote. The most votes wins money and a trophy.  2. Margarita Contest- VIP members will have the option to taste all of the margaritas and vote on their favorite. Most votes wins.  3. Taco Eating Contest - Eat the most tacos in 5 minutes and win some cash. Last time, we had a guy eat 25 tacos!

September 23-24, 2017  Music & Molasses Festival
Nashville, Tennessee
Join us as we celebrate the harvest at the Tennessee Agricultural Museum, located at historic Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville. The annual Music and Molasses Festival brings history alive, attracting several thousand people with an exciting blend of food, fellowship and fun.

September 30, 2017 - The Taco Festival - Nashville, Tennessee
A General Admission ticket provides access to taco-topia. Inside the event, you’ll find restaurants dishing out $2 tacos and bars and beverage stations serving margaritas, beer, water, and soda. The entire festival works on a token system – so you will purchase tokens worth $2 each and use those as cash. Vendors will be on hand to sell other food (mostly desserts) as well.
 

2015 TENNESSEE: SEPTEMBER 2015
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates

September 10, 2015 - Tastes of Tailgating Cook-off
Pulaski, Tennessee
Beginning at 5:30pm on the Pulaski Courthouse Square, contestants will enter their best tailgate recipe for a vote by the spectators as they visit each decorated tailgate spot.With a $20 entry fee and enough samples for 30-40 people, contestants (churches, neighbors, businesses and/or friends) can show off their tailgate style and compete for the Best Tailgate award.  Spectators will purchase a $10 armband to taste the entries and receive tickets to vote.

September 12, 2015  Southern Artisan Cheese Festival
Nashville, Tennessee
Where else can you sample 75+ handcrafted cheeses and meet the good folks who make 'em? This once a year event brings together over 20 artisanal cheesemakers from six states around the Southeast.