Rhea County Tourism

Winsome Yard Sale
2026-08-06 04:00 - 2026-08-08 13:00 (America/New_York) | Winsome Stroll Market, 18972 Rhea County Hwy, Spring City, Tennessee, 37381
Yard Sale! Thursday, Friday, and Saturday8 to 5 dailyLimited number of spots available to set up.

Prints & Pages Book Club
2026-08-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Audrey Pack Memorial Library, 169 W Rhea Avenue, Spring City, Tennessee, 37381

Community Cookout and Social
2026-08-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Dogwood Climbing, 306 Dogwood Trail, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Making friends while making music! Whether you’ve been playing with us for years, just joined, or are thinking about dusting off your instrument and seeing what the Dayton Community Orchestra is all about, you are officially invited to our Summer Cookout & Social!This is a totally casual, no-pressure evening to hang out, eat some good food, and get to know the orchestra family. If you’ve been considering joining us for our upcoming season, this is the perfect, low-key chance to come chat with our members and see what the fuss—and the fun—is all about.

Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School
2026-08-06 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-07 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-08 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-09 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-10 14:00 - 16:30 | The Grove, 103 Walnut Grove Church Rd, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
VBS 2026 | Rainforest Falls at The Grove
Join 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.
Bring 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

Emerald Crossing VBS at WCBC
2026-08-06 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-07 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-08 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-09 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-08-10 14:00 - 16:30 | Wolf Creek Baptist Church, 5225 Wolf Creek Rd, Spring City, Tennessee, 37381
Join us for an Irish adventure through Psalm 23!

Is there a God who really cares? About me? About my fears? About my worries? About my anxiety? About my problems?
The 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.

Brand new this year, we’re offering an EXTRA DAY of VBS!

Join us May 31-June 5 for a week full of adventure you don’t want to miss. Save the date! Registration will open soon!

Classes are available for 2-year-olds (potty trained)—middle school students.

Rhea County Republican Party Meeting
2026-08-06 15:00 - 16:00 | 711 Eagle Lane, 711 Eagle Lane, Evensville, Tennessee, 37332
1st Thursday of each month!
No exec committee meeting beforehand.

The Forge
2026-08-07 01:00 - 02:00, 2026-08-10 01:00 - 02:00 | Rhea County Community Center, 232 4th Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321

Toddler Time
2026-08-07 06:00 - 07:00 | Clyde W Roddy Library, 371 1st Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321

Vets and Kids Breakfast
2026-08-08 04:00 - 07:00 | 1459 Railroad St, 1459 Railroad St, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Second Saturday of every month!

Rhea County Courthouse Farmer's Market
2026-08-08 04:00 - 10:00 | Rhea County Courthouse, 1475 Market Street, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Join us on Court Street, behind the courthouse, every Saturday from 8am to 2pm!

2026 Rhea County Fair Quilt Challenge
2026-08-08 06:00 - 13:00 | Rhea County Fair Grounds, 290 Harold Robbins Lane, Evensville, Tennessee, 37332
The Rhea County Fair is excited to host our Second Annual Quilt Challenge during our 2026 Fair!
More information will be added to this event between now (November 23rd) and August. Please feel free to use the discussion section to ask questions or to bounce ideas/solutions off of each other. This event will be kept up to date with all of the need to know information.
Quilt Theme: Produce
Size: No Size Requirements
Quilts will be judged based on following the theme, difficulty of the pattern and quality of work.
Entries Due: Saturday, August 8th
Drop-Off Times:10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Challenge Specific Awards Will Be Given
Fair Ribbons Will Also Be Awarded
Turn in entries at the Rhea County Fairgrounds located at 334 Eagle Lane, Evensville, behind the Health Department. Entries will remain on display throughout the Rhea County Fair. Pick-up for all entries will be Sunday, August 16th, following the Fair.
Pick-Up: Sunday, August 16th
Other quilts and art pieces will also be accepted on the above date as exhibits for the 2026 Rhea County Fair. State level competition opportunities available.
Full Exhibit Booklets Are Available.
Rules:1.) Name, Address and Phone Number must be on each item before it is entered and placed where judges cannot see it.2.) Item must have been created by the exhibitor unless otherwise noted.3.) Only ONE (1) item per lot in each class may be entered per exhibitor.4.) All garments must be on a hanger.5.) The Fair reserves the right to refuse to exhibit any item deemed not suitable for public viewing.6.) The Rhea County Fair is not responsible for theft, damages or breakage.7.) All entries not claimed after the release date will become property of the Rhea County Fair. All entries must be picked up during the designated hours on the Sunday immediately following the last day of the fair.8.) Quilt Challenge entries must have been completed in 2025 or 2026.

Rhea County Fair
2026-08-10 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-11 12:00 - 20:00 | Rhea County Fair Grounds, 290 Harold Robbins Lane, Evensville, Tennessee, 37332

American Legion Meeting Brady Post 100
2026-08-10 15:00 - 16:00 | 1459 Railroad St, 1459 Railroad St, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Second Monday of each Month!

2026 Rhea County Fair Roper Romp
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-11 | Rhea County Fair Grounds, 290 Harold Robbins Lane, Evensville, Tennessee, 37332
Come and knock on our door. We’ve been waiting for you!
Break out your best kaftan, tease your red wig and polish your 1970s-style jewelry. We’re having a Roper Romp at the 2026 Rhea County Fair!
Mrs. Roper Romps began in New Orleans in 2013 and is now celebrated at events across the country. Attendees dress like Mrs. Helen Roper from the TV show, Three’s Company, by wearing colorful kaftans, red curly wigs and bold 1970s-style jewelry.
Rhea County Fairgrounds Main Stage
Tuesday, August 11th
Free Admission Night
Look Alike Contest Registration at 6:30 P.M.
Event Begins at 7:00 P.M.
We will have games, music and a whole lot of fun!
(P.S. If you have a Stanley, he’s welcome too!)

Dayton Chamber Coffee
2026-08-11 03:30 - 04:30 | Tennessee
Second Tuesday of each month, Dayton Chamber Coffee
The Schedule is subject to change; check the website calendar to verify the location.

Bingo
2026-08-11 06:00 - 07:00 | Clyde W Roddy Library, 371 1st Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321

Rc3 Fall Homeschool P.E.
2026-08-11 06:30 - 08:00 | Rhea County Community Center, 232 4th Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Join Rc3 for a 10-week program of activity and healthy bodies!
Ages K – 6th
call 423-775-0821 for more information

Paws to Read
2026-08-11 11:15 - 12:15 | Clyde W Roddy Library, 371 1st Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Guess what? You can read to a DOG at the library!Yep, you read that right, a real dog! We’re thrilled to bring back our Paws to Read program starting Tuesday, August 12th at 3:15 PM!Come hang out with retired Search and Rescue pup, K9 Dolly, and read her your favorite stories. She’s all ears and can’t wait to hear what you’ve got to say!After that, Dolly will be visiting us every second Tuesday of the month at 3:15 PM. Don’t miss out on the tail-wagging fun!

Paws to Read
2026-08-11 11:30 - 12:30 | Clyde W Roddy Library, 371 1st Avenue, Dayton, Tennessee, 37321
Guess what? You can read to a DOG at the library!Yep, you read that right, a real dog! Come hang out with retired Search and Rescue pup, K9 Dolly, and read her your favorite stories. She’s all ears and can’t wait to hear what you’ve got to say!After that, Dolly will be visiting us every second Tuesday of the month at 3:15 PM. Don’t miss out on the tail-wagging fun!

Rhea County Finance Committee Meeting
2026-08-11 13:30 - 14:30 | Tennessee
