Events

Big Bass Tour – Ott Defoe Classic

🚨 RESCHEDULED DATE 🚨 Due to the extreme flooding in our region caused by Hurricane Helene, the Douglas Lake Big Bass Tour Classic has been rescheduled to March 7-9, 2025. The Ott Defoe Big Bass Classic Returns to Douglas Lake with $150,000 Guaranteed Prizes & Payouts! 3 DAY EVENT (FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY) Entry Fee: […]

07 - 09 Mar

6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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White Pine Marine Trail

The White Pine Marine Trail returns Jefferson County and Douglas Lake for the 2025 Season: March 22 May 17 October 18 November 7-8: 2-Day Classic Visit their website to learn more or to register for the Trail! https://whitepinemarine.com/tournament-trail/ 

22 Mar

6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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Spirit of Nations Powwow

Save the Date for the Spirit of Nations Powwow. The Spirit of Nations Powwow Returns to the Jefferson County High School, March 29, 2025. Join us for competition powwow dancing, a silent auction, outstanding American Indian craft demonstrations, flute playing, hoop dancing, storytelling, children’s activities and much more. $7 Adults, $2 Children, Veterans & Active […]

29 Mar

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Jefferson County High School

115 W. Dumplin Valley Road

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Morristown Marine Trail

The Morristown Marine Team Trail Returns Douglas and Cherokee Lakes for the 2025 Tournament Series. April 5: Team Trail Tournament – Douglas Lake October 25-26:  Two-Day Championship – Cherokee Lake Results, standings, and pictures are posted after each tournament on the website, Facebook and Instagram. Visit their website for more information: https://www.morristownmarine.com/tournament-information/ 

05 Apr

6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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Annual Vintage Base Ball Game

Take me out to the Vintage Ball Game! Join us on the Matthew Brower Field (number 6) at Field of Dreams Park on Saturday, April 5th, beginning at noon, for a glimpse into the history of America’s greatest pastime.  Played using the uniforms, rules and equipment of the 1860’s, The Knoxville Machinists take on the […]

05 Apr

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Field of Dreams Park

1145 Treadway Drive, Dandridge, TN 37725

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Bill Dance Giant Bass Open

The Bill Dance Giant Bass Open returns to Douglas Lake for its Signature Lakes Series the Dandridge Boat Ramp and Dock, April 12-14, 2025. You may launch from any lake access on the water. Lines in will be determined based on daylight. Scales will close at 3 PM. We will pay 16 places every hour. […]

12 - 13 Apr

6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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Ride the Plains Cycling Tour

Let’s Hit the Road for the 16th annual Ride the Plains Cycling Tour – Scenic road tour of the Strawberry Plains and New Market areas in Jefferson County – Offering 13, 25, 33, 55, 66, and 80 mile fully supported ride options, all starting from Rush Strong School. (Get Directions) – Super light traffic and […]

26 Apr

8:30 am

Rush Strong School

2916 W Hwy 11E, Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

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Phoenix Bass Fishing League

Major League Fishing’s Volunteer and Mountain Divisions of the Phoenix Bass Fishing League will host tournaments on Cherokee Lake at the TVA Dam Boat Launch & Park. Check out the official MLF website for details on important registration dates, specific locations, and more. Mountain Division: https://majorleaguefishing.com/events/2025-05-10-lake-cherokee/ Volunteer: https://majorleaguefishing.com/events/2025-05-11-lake-cherokee-sunday/

17 - 18 May

6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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White Pine Marine Trail

The White Pine Marine Trail returns Jefferson County and Douglas Lake for the 2025 Season: March 22 May 17 October 18 November 7-8: 2-Day Classic Visit their website to learn more or to register for the Trail! https://whitepinemarine.com/tournament-trail/ 

17 May

6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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National Professional Fishing League

Douglas Lake will be Stop #3 for the National Professional Fishing League in 2025! Joins us online and in person, May 15-18th for this one of a kind tournament featuring some of the biggest names in the industry. Blast of and weigh-ins will take place at the Dandridge Boat Ramp and Dock, May 17, 18 […]

21 - 24 May

6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Dandridge Boat Dock

157 Public Drive

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Jefferson County Fair

Summer Nights and Fair Lights coming to you in 2025! Join us for the 79th Jefferson County Fair, July 8-12. We are excited to be back for another great year of agriculture, family, community and FUN! For more information visit their website: http://jeffersoncountyfair.com/ or call 865-475-8805.

08 - 12 Jul

All Day

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Dandridge Scots-Irish Festival

Celebrating the area’s earliest settlers, the 17th Annual Scots-Irish Festival will return September 27 and 28th, 2024, to Historic Downtown Dandridge, TN on the shores of Loch Douglas in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Check back for more details or visit their website for info on schedule of events, directions, sponsors and more! https://www.scotsirishfestival.com/ 

27 Sep

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Historic Dandridge

131 E. Main Street

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