Fall Creek Falls Recreation Corridor

Fall Creek Falls Pontoon Tour
2026-05-24 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-24 09:00 - 22:00 UTC | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Celebrate Memorial Day by enjoying a scenic tour of Fall Creek Lake! This tour will last approximately one hour and we will discuss wildlife, park history, and more. This is also a great opportunity to observe waterfowl on the lake.

Price
$15.00 Adult
$10.00 Child (16 & Under)

Fall Creek Falls State Park
2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer, TN 38585
9-10 am
11-12 am
2-3 pm
Sunset Pontoon Tour 7-8 pm

VBC 4-H Fun Horse Show
2026-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Arena in Spencer, 288 Spring Street, Spencer, 38585, United States
4-H Horse Show
details to be added later

The Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 | VBC Historical & Heritage Museum, 179 College Street, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
The Van Buren County Historical & Heritage Museum will be open the first and third Saturday of each month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We’d love for you to stop by and visit a while.

Our Museum Board meeting will take place this morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, and anyone interested is welcome to attend.

Gentle Hike & Nature Connection
2026-05-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Gentle Hike & Nature Connection

Fall Creek Falls State Park
2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer, TN 38585(opens in new tab)

Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM to Sat, May 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Join licensed professional counselor, Dr. Suzie Dukic, to learn how to be more mindful in nature and how nature can affect our mental health.
Meet at the parking area near the dam on Lakeside Drive. We will promptly begin our hike at 8:00am. We will hike along the paved trail to the lodge and back for a total hike of 2.6 miles. This trail follows the shoreline of the lake and is a great opportunity to view some wildlife as well.
This program is designed for adults 16 and older. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes!

Gentle Hike & Nature Connection 8-10 am
2026-05-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Join licensed professional counselor, Dr. Suzie Dukic, to learn how to be more mindful in nature and how nature can affect our mental health.

Sunrise Hike: Finding Peace & Beauty in Nature
2026-05-16 05:30 - 06:30 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Join licensed professional counselor, Dr. Suzie Dukic, to learn how to be more mindful in nature and how nature can affect our mental health. We will be discussing mindfulness techniques as we enjoy the sunrise from Buzzard’s Roost.

Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the Van Buren County Prevention Coalition
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | VBC Prevention Coalition, 164 Spring St, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at the Prevention Coalition on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Light refreshments will be served.

Treat Mom to a Mother's Day Buffett at FCF
2026-05-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beautiful brunch at The Restaurant at Fall Creek Falls on Sunday, May 10, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Treat Mom to a relaxing meal surrounded by the natural beauty of Fall Creek Falls State Park. Whether you are planning a family gathering, a special outing, or a peaceful afternoon in the park, this is a wonderful way to make Mother’s Day feel memorable.
Enjoy good food, beautiful views, and time well spent with the people you love.
Brunch at The Restaurant at Fall Creek FallsSunday, May 1011:00 AM – 4:00 PMFall Creek Falls State Park
Bring Mom, bring the family, and make a day of it in the Fall Creek Falls Recreation Corridor.

Breakfast Bar at Mel's Old Times Cafe
2026-05-09 07:00 - 11:00 | Mel’s Old Times Cafe, 467 College Street, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
A breakfast bar will be available for the morning.

Fall Creek Falls Cave Crawl Weekend May 8-9
2026-05-09 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Advanced Camps Gulf Cave Expedition 9 am -1 pm
Fall Creek Falls Geology Hike 10-11 am
Sgt. York Monthly Volunteer Day 10 am – 2 pm
Cave Art and Archaeology 11 am – 1 pm
Camps Gulf Cave Adventure 1-4 pm
Windows to Tennessee’s Prehistoric Past 2-4 pm

Fall Creek Falls Cave Crawl Weekend May 8-9
2026-05-08 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Medley Arch Hike 9-12 am
All About Bats 11-12 am
Camps Gulf Cave Adventure 1-4 pm
Fall Creek Falls Geology Hike 1-4 pm
Kid’s Bat Mask Craft 2-3 pm
Chuck Sutherland Photography Exhibition at the Lodge 6-8 pm

FCF Mammoth March
2026-05-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Join us on either May 2 or 3, 2026, for yet another magical 20-mile hiking adventure inside Tennessee’s largest State Park, tucked in between Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga.
MammothMarch East Tennessee and the modern Fall Creek Falls Lodge, multiple campsites & cabins offer everything you need for the perfect hiking weekend getaway.
Our single-circuit, 20-mile hiking loop attracts nature-lovers and adventure-seekers likewise and features cascades, gorges, streams, and lush stands of hardwood timber to the actual Fall Creek Falls – at 256 feet one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern US.

The Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00 | VBC Historical & Heritage Museum, 179 College Street, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
The Van Buren County Historical & Heritage Museum will be open the first and third Saturday of each month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We’d love for you to stop by and visit a while.

Our Museum Board meeting will take place this morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, and anyone interested is welcome to attend..
#Fall Creek Falls Recreation Corridor #Visit Spencer, Tennessee #Explore Van Buren County

Judge Taft Memorial Scholarship Deadline
2026-05-01 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
We are excited to announce the Judge Taft Memorial Scholarship!

This scholarship looks to impact the life of a deserving student who strives to continue their education and promote positive change within their community.

Just a reminder to complete your volunteer hours for this Scholarship. Please call 423-881-5298 to make arrangements.

Fall Creek Falls State Park Job Fair
2026-04-27 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-23 13:00 - 18:00 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Fall Creek Falls State Park will be holding a Job Fair on April 23 and April 27 from 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM (CST). To make the process more efficient, go to the link below and fill out an application and submit it prior to the Job Fair..
https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/forms/tdec_tsp_part_time_application?fbclid=IwY2xjawRUjT1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFERkZ2M21HZTVWU1JZT1Fzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnx_aeJYdF6SGfcwoIC1qRdCzVuFy0iRGEjQj9jmz8nd4oJcxFg7Fn0lzznA_aem_Ivpey7PY8jYyTDJv-5nNzw

Intermediate/Novice Watercolor: Painting Twin Falls
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Rock Island State Park, 82 Beach Road, Rock Island, TN, 38581, United States
Enjoy watercolor painting at Rock Island State Park

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Piney Small Animal and Poultry Auction
2026-04-25 10:30 - 17:00 | TN
The Mennonite Community is having their Piney Small Animal and Poultry Auction for Spring. Come see what you need.

Youth Watercolor
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Rock Island State Park, 82 Beach Road, Rock Island, TN, 38581, United States
Enjoy watercolor painting at Rock Island State Park
https://tnstateparks.com/events/youth-watercolor

Mountaineer Folk Art Project - Wet Felting
2026-04-25 | Fall Creek Falls State Park, 2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585, Spencer, Spencer, 38585, United States
Felt has been used for millennia to produce blankets, hats, shoes, and suchlike. Come join in the tradition and learn to create felt from raw fleece in the daylong class sponsored by Friends of Fall Creek Falls State Park. Class will start at 9:00 am at the Nature Center.
Registration for this class will cost $30 (tax included) with a limit of 12 participants. Lunch at the Pool Snack Bar will be included in the registration fee.

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Mennonite Spring Sale – Fall Creek Falls Area
2026-04-25 | Fall Creek Falls Mennonite Community, Army Camp Road, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
🌸 A Spring Tradition You Don’t Want to Miss! 🌸
The Mennonite Spring Sale is back on April 25, 2026—and it’s one of the sweetest ways to experience spring in the Fall Creek Falls area 🌿
🧺 Fresh baked goods🪑 Handmade furniture🧵 Quilts & crafts🐓 Farm animals🍽️ Homemade food
It’s simple. It’s authentic. It’s something special.
📍 Near Spencer, TN (just minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park)
✨ Bring cash✨ Come early✨ Stay awhile
#FallCreekFalls #SpencerTN #VanBurenCountyTN #TennesseeEvents #SpringInTennessee #ShopLocalTN #MennoniteMarket #DayTripTN #TennesseeTourism

First Anniversary of The Ugly Mug Bar & Grill
2026-04-18 18:00 - 21:00 | The Ugly Mug Bar & Grill, 70 I B Maynard, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
Join us for our First Anniversary at The Ugly Mug Bar & Grill on April 18th at 6 pm. Don’t miss White Noise making their Ugly Mug debut!
A friendly neighborhood bar and grill tucked in the woods in Spencer, Tennessee off of Hwy 111.

The Ugly Mug Bar and Grill 1st Anniversary
2026-04-18 17:00 - 21:00 | The Ugly Mug Bar & Grill, 70 I B Maynard, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
Celebrating the one year mark of the opening of Spencer’s newest eatery. Live entertainment is provided on weekend evenings. Come on and join the fun!

Spring Pop-Up
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Agricultural Learning Center, 288 Spring Street, Spenccer, TN, 38585, United States
A sale for arts and crafts, foods, and handmade items. Jewelry, hair accessories, lattes, and beverages.

Food Preservation Class with FCS
2026-04-18 08:30 - 22:30 | Agricultural Learning Center, 288 Spring Street, Spenccer, TN, 38585, United States
Learn how to preserve the fruits of your harvests with the Family and Consumer Sciences instructors at the Agricultural Learning Center in Spencer.

Buckshot's Birthday Bash
2026-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Civic Center, Spencer, TN, 38585, United States
Celebrating the 87 years of Buckshot Cunningham’s life.
