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Surefire Bluegrass - More Info

May 19

Surefire Bluegrass at the Carter Family Fold.

Trail Ride in the Cove - More Info

May 19

Starting at the Cove Community Center, 1748 Maiden Spring Road, Tazewell, VA.  This trail ride commemorates the 1864 Civil War Battle in the Cove.  General Burbridge marched through the Cove on his way to raid the salt works in Smyth County.  Colonel Giltner obstructed and delayed advances of Burbridge until General John S. Williams with 1000 men arrived to protect the salt works on October 2, 1864. 

The ride will be from 1:00 till 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 19, 2012.  Cost is $25 per rider.  Price includes refreshments at the end of the ride. Prizes will be awarded. Proceeds will go toward the Cove Community Center Roof Fund.  The ride will be guided by Cove Community Members.  Additional parking is available at the Cove Church.

REQUIRED: Current Negative Coggins, NO STALLIONS, NO DOGS

Gathering in the Gap Music Festival - More Info

May 26

Celebrate Southwest Virginia's rich tradition of old-time, bluegrass, blues and Americana music. Enjoy performances by regionally and nationally renowned musicians. Take in instrument competitions, songwriting workshops and jam sessions. Crafters and vendors will be on-hand, and there will be an area just for the kids.

The Mountain Park Old Time Band - More Info

May 26

The Mountain Park Old Time Band at The Carter Family Fold.

Seige at the Blockhouse - More Info

May 27

A re-enactment of an encounter in the late 18th century when there was a clash of cultures as settlers intruded on Native American hunting grounds on the western frontier. The 2-day event allows visitors to visit the blockhouse, encampments of both Native Americans and settlers and to see demonstrations of various aspects of life on the frontier. On Saturday there is a night battle and campfire storytelling. Sunday activities include a frontier worship service and social.

Saturday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m