2026 Celebration of Native American Culture
An Event Honoring Native Music and Traditions Join us at Discovery Park for a two-day festival celebrating Native American history, traditions and culture. Now in its fourth year, the event...
An Event Honoring Native Music and Traditions Join us at Discovery Park for a two-day festival celebrating Native American history, traditions and culture. Now in its fourth year, the event...
Dueling Pianos Night at Discovery Park Get ready for another unforgettable night of music, laughs and audience requests as Discovery Park of America brings back Dueling Pianos Night on Thursday,...
Step into the 1800s Settlement at Discovery Park of America this fall as Pumpkin Village transforms the historic setting into a cozy autumn haven. Explore festive displays filled with pumpkins...
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...
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....
The must-see, holiday tradition at Discovery Park The “Let It Glow” Drive-thru and Walk-thru are open 5-9 p.m. from Friday, Nov. 13-Monday, Dec. 30, 2026. Both are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Walk-Thru: Adults: $10 for nonmembers and $7 for members Children (4-17): $5 3 and Under: FREE Dogs on a Leash: $5 New this Year – Unlimited Season Pass: Adults (with ID): $40 Children (4-17): $20 Drive-Thru: $20 per vehicle for nonmbers $10 per vehicle for members New this Year: Unlimited Season Pass: $100 Per Vehicle