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SUMMARY:Monkey Town Volleyball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:INDOOR 6’s\n22 Aug 2026\nCost per team: $200\n6v6 (BB)-(AA) Coed (Upper Division) Tournament $600 1st place/ $200 2nd Place (Based on 8 team sign-up)\n6v6 (B) – (BB) Coed (Lower Division) Tournament $200 1st Place (Based on 8 team sign-up)\n2 girls minimum per team (on the court at all times except for applicable Libero rotations)\n8 team cap per division\nADULTS – 17 years old +\nFormat: 7 games guaranteed (You CANNOT enter both divisions)\n8-team round robin (RR) into double elimination seeded bracket\nRound robin/seeded bracket: first to 18 hard-cap\nSemi-finals/Grandfinals/True finals: standard 25 win by 2.\nSCHEDULES\nLower division will have the top 4 teams of RR go into double elem bracket\nUpper division will have top 4-6 teams of RR go into double elem bracket (Based on time)\nSchedule for Lower Division\n7:00 am – 8 am: doors open/check-in and warmup\n8:15 am: Captain’s meeting\n8:30 am: Games start\nApprox end time 1:30 \nSchedule Upper Division\n1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: check-in and warmup\n2:45 pm captain’s meeting\n3:00 pm games start\nApprox end time 8:30 pm – 9 pm\nAn up-to-date team sign-up for both divisions will be on the discussion page.\nYou can sign up by calling RC3 directly or registering online.\nhttps://www.wellnessliving.com/…/rhea_county_community…\nSend the event host (Mark Garcia Jr.) a message with your team roster once signed up and paid!
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/monkey-town-volleyball-tournament/
LOCATION:Rhea County Community Center\, 232 4th Avenue\, Dayton\, Tennessee\, 37321
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SUMMARY:Fly-In\, Drive-In Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Civil Air Patrol 2A0 (Mark Anton)\, will host a Fly-In\, Drie-In from 7:30 to 11:00 am at the Mark Anton Municipal Airport\, located on New Union Road in Dayton\, on the fourth Saturday of each month. \nThis is an all-you-can-eat breakfast that will be held rain or shine.
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/fly-in-drive-in-breakfast/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Mark Anton Municipal Airport\, 350 Walter Squire Rd.\, Dayton\, Tennessee\, 37321
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SUMMARY:Hike Snow Falls
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Snow Falls Guided Hike 🌿 \nSaturday\, August 22\n7:30 AM – 12:30 PM \nJoin us for an unforgettable morning exploring one of Tennessee’s most beautiful natural treasures! Tennessee Naturalist Anna McDonald with Core Academy of Science will lead this guided adventure through Laurel-Snow State Natural Area to the breathtaking Snow Falls. \nThis is a relaxed\, educational hike where everyone is encouraged to enjoy the trail at their own pace. Feel free to hike ahead of the group or turn back at any time if you’ve had your fill of adventure. \nAlong the way we’ll:\n🍄 Search for native mushrooms and other fascinating plant and wildlife species\n🌿 Learn about the ecology of the Cumberland Plateau\n⛏️ Discover the rich history of Laurel-Snow\, including its logging\, coal mining\, and reservoir past\n💦 Cool off with a swim in the beautiful Hole at the end of the hike\, so dress accordingly! \nAbout the Hike: \nLaurel-Snow State Natural Area encompasses 2\,259 acres on Walden Ridge in Rhea County. The area features rugged gorges carved by Laurel\, Richland\, Morgan\, and Henderson Creeks and is home to spectacular waterfalls\, scenic overlooks\, towering rock formations\, and one of Tennessee’s few remaining stands of virgin forest. \nOur destination\, Snow Falls\, is a stunning 35-foot waterfall reached by following the western fork of the trail after approximately 1.5 miles. The hike is approximately 8 miles round trip and is considered moderately strenuous due to its length and rocky terrain. \nWhat to Bring: \n💧 Plenty of water\n🥜 Snacks or a light lunch\n👟 Sturdy hiking shoes or boots\n🦟 Bug spray\n☀️ Sunscreen\n👙 Swimsuit and towel (optional for swimming)\n📸 Camera and a sense of adventure! \nWhether you’re a seasoned hiker\, a nature enthusiast\, or simply looking for a memorable Saturday outdoors\, this guided hike is a wonderful opportunity to experience one of Rhea County’s premier natural attractions while learning from an experienced Tennessee Naturalist. \nWe can’t wait to explore Laurel-Snow with you! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/hike-snow-falls/
LOCATION:Tennessee
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SUMMARY:Rhea County Courthouse Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Court Street\, behind the courthouse\, every Saturday from 8am to 2pm!
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/rhea-county-courthouse-farmers-market/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Rhea County Courthouse\, 1475 Market Street\, Dayton\, Tennessee\, 37321
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SUMMARY:Watermelon Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Annual Watermelon Festival at McDonald Farm A weekend bursting with summer sweetness\, family fun\, and watermelon-filled excitement!\nJoin us at beautiful McDonald Farm for the Third Annual Watermelon Festival\, a vibrant\, two-day celebration dedicated to everything watermelon. From refreshing drinks and juicy treats to creative art\, unique gifts\, and incredible food\, this festival is packed with flavor\, fun\, and unforgettable memories.\n$5 Festival Support FeeThis small contribution helps us continue to grow the festival\, expand activities\, and keep the event welcoming and family-friendly for everyone. Children under ten years of age enter free.\nWe invite you to join us for this wonderful two-day celebration and be part of what makes the festival possible.\n Family Fun & Kids Activities\nKids will love a full lineup of inflatable fun\, including Jump\, Dunk and Slide Inflatables\, and even watermelon-themed splash areas and slides. It’s the perfect place for little ones to cool off\, laugh\, and play all day long.\nGuests will also have the chance to meet and visit some of McDonald Farm’s friendly animals\, making this a truly charming farm-festival experience.\n Live Entertainment\nEnjoy live music and performances throughout both days\, featuring talented musicians bringing great energy and summer vibes to the festival grounds.\n All Things Watermelon\nOf course\, watermelon is the star of the show! You’ll find a wide variety of watermelons available by the slice or whole\, along with watermelon-inspired foods\, desserts\, drinks\, and creative products from our amazing vendors.\nCONTESTS: A Weekend of Watermelon Fun & Friendly Competition \nSaturday\, August 22 & Sunday\, August 23\nGet ready for two full days of laughter\, friendly competition\, and watermelon-filled excitement! We’re thrilled to invite you to a weekend packed with crowd-favorite contests for kids\, adults\, and everyone in between.
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/watermelon-festival/
LOCATION:Old McDonald Farm\, 16657 Coulterville Rd\, Sale Creek\, Tennessee\, 37373
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SUMMARY:Pioneer Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Make sure you don’t have anything else planned on Saturday\, August 22\, from noon to 6 PM at the Rhea County Courthouse! Enjoy singing\, songwriters\, storytelling\, and vendors at the Pioneer Arts Festival. If you’re interested in being a vendor\, email Sarah at Pioneerartscollectivetn@outlook.com. And the best part of being a vendor for this event? IT’S FREE!!
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/pioneer-arts-festival-2/
LOCATION:Rhea County Courthouse\, 1475 Market Street\, Dayton\, Tennessee\, 37321
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SUMMARY:Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School
DESCRIPTION:VBS 2026 | Rainforest Falls at The Grove\nJoin us June 7th–11th from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM each night as kids dive into an exciting rainforest adventure filled with worship\, Bible lessons\, games\, crafts\, snacks\, and so much more!This week will be all about helping kids grow in their faith\, build friendships\, and discover the love of Jesus in a fun and engaging way. \nBring your kids and invite your friends — we can’t wait to experience Rainforest Falls together! The Grove June 7th–11th 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM nightly
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/rainforest-falls-vacation-bible-school/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 103 Walnut Grove Church Rd\, Dayton\, Tennessee\, 37321
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SUMMARY:Emerald Crossing VBS at WCBC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Irish adventure through Psalm 23!\n\nIs there a God who really cares? About me? About my fears? About my worries? About my anxiety? About my problems?\nThe answer is YES! We can’t wait to show you what God’s word says as we take a trip to Ireland while learning about David and Psalm 23.\n\nBrand new this year\, we’re offering an EXTRA DAY of VBS!\n\nJoin us May 31-June 5 for a week full of adventure you don’t want to miss. Save the date! Registration will open soon!\n\nClasses are available for 2-year-olds (potty trained)—middle school students.
URL:https://visitrhea.com/event/emerald-crossing-vbs-at-wcbc/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Wolf Creek Baptist Church\, 5225 Wolf Creek Rd\, Spring City\, Tennessee\, 37381
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