College Town Weekends is a promotion that combines both on-campus and off-campus events into one list so students can easily find weekend activities of interest. Students are encouraged to take advantage of all that Tech and the surrounding community have to offer. After all, Cookeville is Tennessee’s college town!
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On-Campus:
Upcoming Campus Events
SOLO Event Series
Get Involved
Athletic Events
Outdoor Programs
Intramural SportsOff-Campus:
Visit Cookeville
City-Scape- Downtown Cookeville
Cookeville Leisure Services
Dogwood Performance Pavilion
Performing Arts Center
Cookeville Depot Museum
Hiking, Biking, and Boating
Hip Cookeville
09/05/2025 at 06:00 PM
A three-day celebration with artisan vendors, food, heritage demonstrations, contests, and live music. Suggested donation is $3 per day or $6 for the weekend.
09/06/2025 at 05:00 PM
Enjoy live music, arts and craft vendors, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. Free event.
09/07/2025 at 10:00 AM
Enjoy live music, arts and craft vendors, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. Free event.
09/06/2025 at 12:00 PM
Cheer on the Golden Eagles as they take on UT Chattanooga.
09/12/2025 at 08:00 AM
Tech parents and family members, reconnect with your student, explore our campus, and create lasting memories during our annual Family Weekend!
09/12/2025 at 12:00 PM
Watch Tennessee Tech, Wichita State, Samford, and Radford compete in a weekend tournament.
09/13/2025 at 07:00 PM
Watch Tennessee Tech, Wichita State, Samford, and Radford compete in a weekend tournament.
09/13/2025 at 12:00 PM
Support the Golden Eagles as they face Davidson.
09/13/2025 at 08:00 PM
Kayak to the base of Burgess Falls for a unique outdoor experience. Open to Tech students.
09/13/2025 at 10:30 PM
Pick up a trivia form at either museum and hike Broad Street to find answers. Return by 3:30 p.m. for a prize drawing. Free family fun.
09/14/2025 at 06:00 PM
Watch Tennessee Tech take on North Alabama.
09/20/2025 at 10:00 AM
Enjoy pumpkin-themed activities, food trucks, carnival games, and over 125 vendors. Kids enter free, adults $3.
09/20/2025 at 10:00 AM
A fun event for dogs and their humans with vendors, giveaways, and community connections.
09/20/2025 at 08:00 AM
A weekend backpacking adventure with hiking and camping under the stars.
09/21/2025 at 01:00 PM
Come support Tennessee Tech as they face Little Rock.
09/26/2025 at 08:00 AM
Explore allegorical paintings by Tatsuki Hakoyama, reflecting on identity and culture.
09/27/2025 at 08:30 AM
Read quietly with fellow book lovers. Bring your own book or grab one at the shop. Snacks and giveaways included.
09/28/2025 at 01:00 PM
Cheer on Tennessee Tech as they take on Western Illinois.
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