May is here, and with it comes a million amazing ways to Soak in Roane! From live music to lakeside burgers, knights in armor to nights around a campfire – you’ll find your idea of a good time in one of our charming cities.
If you’re looking to get outside this month, you’re in luck! Whether you’re a golfer or a fisherman, there are several events happening to get your fix on the fairway or the waterway! The City of Harriman is hosting it’s first ever Swings & Wings golf tournament on Saturday, May 12 from 1-4p at Emory Golf Course. What other golf tournament offers FREE hot wings to golfers?!
If you’d rather drop a line than drive a ball, check out the Morristown Marine Team Trail fishing tournament on Saturday, May 12. This tournament blasts off from Tom Fuller Park in Rockwood and features more than 400 fishermen looking to claim the top prize! Interested in fishing for a good cause? Sign up for the Roane County Bass Tournament benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This tournament takes place Saturday, May 19 blasting off from Kingston City Park. There are lots of prizes to be given and lots of fun to be had at this local favorite!
Looking for something a little more artistic this month? On May 11, living legend Delbert McClinton will be at the Princess Theatre for one night only! Tickets are going fast! Click the link to get yours before they’re gone!
The very next night, the Roane Choral Society will take the Princess stage to present “Traveling Through With Red Shoes & Rosin”. This delightful show is free to the public, but donations are suggested! You’ll be delighted to hear Red Shoes & Rosin, a talented string band from Knoxville, play their way into your heart with selections of bluegrass, folk, and Americana.
We’ve saved the largest event for last…the Tennessee Medieval Faire returns for its 4th season presenting, “The Age of Chivalry”! Join us May 19-20, 26-28 and/or June 2-3 to relive the rousing tales of Robin Hood! Go back in time to merry olde England! Live the Age of Chivalry in the High Middle Ages (circa 1194). On the Field of Honour, don’t miss The Royal Joust (three times a day), where armoured knights and horses compete to win royal favors.
Like Sword-fighting? Like Chess? Come see Warriors’ Chess! Royals and rogues are the actual chess pieces and fight to take over the squares! Who will win? On numerous stages, professional entertainers work to win your favor with tricks, comedy, and music. Be merry. Be brave. Join in the fun!
Enter the patron Costume Contest and win a prize. Got talent? Enter the Royal Gong Show. Meet historical characters. Play games. Dance. Get knighted! Looking for a special keepsake? Shop the merchant village for original crafts (such as chain maille). Buy delicious food (including turkey legs). Drink cold beverages (including beer with valid ID).
With so much to do in Roane in March, why would you go anywhere else? Come soak in Roane and kick off summer right!
