SUNDAY MARKET
2026-10-04

Brunch
2026-10-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-11 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-18 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)

Brunch 11am-2pm at Paris Station
2026-10-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-11 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-18 11:00 - 14:00

Get Fit at Paris Station
2026-10-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-19 18:00 - 19:00

Trivia with BrainBlast!
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-22 18:30 - 20:00

Trivia with BrainBlast!
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Paris Station Station TN’s Home 304 West Washington Street Paris TN 37075 United States

Trivia with BrainBlast! At Paris Station
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Paris Station Station TN’s Home 304 West Washington Street Paris TN 37075 United States

Extreme Bingo
2026-10-09 17:15 - 18:45, 2026-10-16 17:15 - 18:45, 2026-10-23 17:15 - 18:45

Extreme Bingo at Paris Station
2026-10-09 17:15 - 18:45, 2026-10-16 17:15 - 18:45

Singo
2026-10-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-16 19:00 - 20:30

Singo at Paris Station
2026-10-09 19:00 - 20:30

2026 Discovery Dash 5K/10K/1-Mile Fun Run
2026-10-10 06:30 - 10:30 | Discovery Park of America, 830 Everett Blvd., Union City, TN, United States
Looking for the most unusual fall race in the world?

Lace up for the 2026 Discovery Dash on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at Discovery Park of America. This year, experience the 50-acre heritage park in full autumn splendor, complete with crisp fall air and The Settlement transformed into a festive Pumpkin Village.
The route meanders through a man-made river, waterfalls, bridges and other scenic features. No other course lets you dash past a 120-year-old church, an 1800s frontier settlement, a reproduction of an early 19th-century town and a complete vintage train station.
From race-day check-in and pre-race entertainment to the inflatable archway finish line, finisher certificates and winner medals, you won’t want to miss a moment.
Awards will be presented in the 5K and 10K for males and females in the following age categories:
12 and under13-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970 and over
Schedule:
6:30-7:45 a.m. — Registration8 a.m. — 10K begins8:30 a.m. — 5K begins9 a.m. — 1-mile fun run begins9:30 a.m. — Awards ceremony
Registration for the 5K and 1-mile fun run before Aug. 31 is $25 and includes a Discovery Dash T-shirt and two complimentary admission tickets to Discovery Park for the day. Beginning Sept. 1, registration increases to $30, and T-shirts will be available while supplies last.
Registration for the 10K before Aug. 31 is $30 and includes a Discovery Dash T-shirt and two complimentary admission tickets to Discovery Park for the day. Beginning Sept. 1, registration increases to $35, and T-shirts will be available while supplies last.

Groups of 10 or more get a $5 discount per person. Simply select Multi-Person Pricing option during registration. Any questions, contact Angela DeMaris at 731-599-1115 or ademaris@discoveryparkofamerica.com

Swamp Rats LIVE
2026-10-22

2026 David Crockett Homestead and Bluegrass Festival
2026-10-23 10:00 - 2026-10-24 16:00 | Discovery Park of America, 830 Everett Blvd., Union City, TN, United States
Experience the Sounds, Skills and Stories of Early Settlers
This two-day celebration invites guests to explore traditional crafts, homesteading practices and bluegrass music while gaining a deeper appreciation for the everyday lives of early American settlers.
Guests will enjoy educational demonstrations, hands-on learning experiences and live performances throughout the festival. Explore a lively marketplace featuring talented artisans offering handcrafted goods, watch skilled craftspeople at work and take part in a community bluegrass jam.
The festival will offer demonstrations, performances and educational sessions on a variety of traditional skills and practices, including but not limited to:
Folkcraft and Homestead Skills

Woodworking
Soap making
Blacksmithing
Fiber arts
Chair caning
Candle making
Food preservation
Beekeeping
Trapping
Leatherworking
Wood turning
Gardening
Regenerative Agriculture
Renewable energy

Bluegrass Music Added for 2026
New for this year, the David Crockett Homestead and Heritage Festival will feature live bluegrassmusic throughout the weekend. Guests can enjoy the sounds of traditional and contemporary bluegrass performed on an outdoor stage, adding a lively musical element that celebrates the culture and storytelling of Tennessee’s frontier history.
Bluegrass Performers:
Mulberry Jam
The Kody Norris Show
Ralston Station
The Tennessee Tradition Band

Special Programming
Special programming on Saturday includes a presentation by Discovery Park CEO Scott Williams on his book, “Townmania: Marcus Winchester and the Making of Memphis,” highlighting the life and legacy of early Memphis founder Marcus Winchester.
Demonstrators, Reenactors and Vendors
Want to be part of this event? Whether you’re interested in becoming a vendor or participating as a living historian, reenactor or demonstrator we’d love to have you! Visit here: https://discoverypark.jotform.com/form/251914769253061
This event is free with Discovery Park admission or membership. Free admission is available for members of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society.
