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Discover Bristol Bristol, TN/VA - Big city amenities with a small-town vibe. Discover the unexpected in Bristol! Like the recording sessions that spawned a musical movement.
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In Bristol, you’ll find the stories of yesterday are still being written today. Stories that started with humble beginnings have grown to legendary proportions. Or the old-fashioned racetrack that grew into NASCAR’s most beloved track. They’re just two of the reasons we say Bristol is Layin’ down tracks—Livin’ up to legends. Need for speed? The "World's Fastest Half-Mile Track" Bristol Motor Speed

way and Bristol Dragway are fan favorites for high-powered stock car and drag racing. Witness one of their NASCAR or NHRA signature events including America's Night Race and the Thunder Valley Nationals. Bluegrass and country music fan? The first country music recordings earned Bristol the title of Birthplace of Country Music. The tradition continues with great live performances such as the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion music festival, music venues in our Historic Downtown and heritage attractions like the nearby Carter Family Fold and the Crooked Road. Live for outdoor fun? Families can play and picnic at Steele Creek Park, Sugar Hollow Park, and South Holston Lake. The Mendota Trail is a 12-mile rails-to-trails project that connects Bristol, VA to Mendota, VA. Special nearby attractions include the 35-mile long Virginia Creeper Trail for hiking or biking and the challenging Appalachian Trail. And if you love to venture underground, don't miss Bristol Caverns and Appalachian Caverns. Explore the new SunnySide Trail of northeast TN to get a sampling of unique dining, drive-in theaters, and everything Americana in Bristol. Love the theater? Bristol is home to the Paramount Center for the Arts, the site of many wonderful dramatic productions, the historic Cameo Theater, and home to Theatre Bristol. Not far away is the Barter Theatre, the State Theater of Virginia. History and museum buff? The Bristol area has a rich frontier heritage, and attractions like Tales and Trails and Rocky Mount help bring that history to life. And if you like to go way, way back in time, there’s the fascinating Gray Fossil Site and Museum with fossils dating back four million years!

Birthplace of Country Music Museum was named on of the USA TODAY 10Best Music Museums!Read more >>
02/19/2025

Birthplace of Country Music Museum was named on of the USA TODAY 10Best Music Museums!

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Music lovers will adore these 10 music museums, voted as the best across the United States by readers.

11/18/2024

We are thrilled to have Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol officially open! If you haven't been, be sure to check it out, no one does it like Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol! 🥳

10/17/2024

Now is your chance to JOIN THE BAND! 🤩
We're looking for rockstars as we prepare for Grand Opening! Join us for open interviews and on-the-spot job offers.

Details 📲 https://bit.ly/3Ua96vY



If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

We're so excited for the grand opening of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol!!👏🎉
10/09/2024

We're so excited for the grand opening of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol!!👏🎉

Mark your calendars 📆
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol opens NOVEMBER 14!

Congratulations to the 2024 Costume Contest Winners!
09/30/2024

Congratulations to the 2024 Costume Contest Winners!

Thank you for a great ! See you next year on Saturday, September 27, 2025!Thank you to our sponsors:Serendipity Boutiqu...
09/30/2024

Thank you for a great ! See you next year on Saturday, September 27, 2025!

Thank you to our sponsors:
Serendipity Boutique | 99.3 The X | Bristol Herald Courier | WCYB

Participating Locations:
The Axe and Ale House | Blood Eagle Tavern | Borderline Billiards | The Cascade Draft House | Delta Blues BBQ | LUMAC at The Bristol Hotel | O'Mainnin's Pub | The Sessions Hotel Rooftop | Southern Churn | Stateline Bar & Grille | The Corner

🥨ONLY 1 DAY UNTIL THE BIG EVENT🥨 🎟 Only a few tickets remaining! Get yours today! 🎟 Tickets >> https://tinyurl.com/Brist...
09/27/2024

🥨ONLY 1 DAY UNTIL THE BIG EVENT🥨

🎟 Only a few tickets remaining! Get yours today! 🎟

Tickets >> https://tinyurl.com/BristolOktoberfest24


Thank you to our sponsors:
Serendipity Boutique | 99.3 The X | Bristol Herald Courier | WCYB

Participating Locations:
The Axe and Ale House | Blood Eagle Tavern | Borderline Billiards | The Cascade Draft House | Delta Blues BBQ | LUMAC at The Bristol Hotel | O'Mainnin's Pub | The Sessions Hotel Rooftop | Southern Churn | Stateline Bar & Grille | The Corner

09/27/2024
🥨ONLY 2 DAYS UNTIL THE BIG EVENT🥨 🎟 Only a few tickets remaining! Get yours today! 🎟 Tickets >> https://tinyurl.com/Bris...
09/26/2024

🥨ONLY 2 DAYS UNTIL THE BIG EVENT🥨

🎟 Only a few tickets remaining! Get yours today! 🎟

Tickets >> https://tinyurl.com/BristolOktoberfest24



Thank you to our sponsors:
Serendipity Boutique | 99.3 The X | Bristol Herald Courier | WCYB

Participating Locations:
The Axe and Ale House | Blood Eagle Tavern | Borderline Billiards | The Cascade Draft House | Delta Blues BBQ | LUMAC at The Bristol Hotel | O'Mainnin's Pub | The Sessions Hotel Rooftop | Southern Churn | Stateline Bar & Grille | The Corner

09/25/2024

49 Wi******er, Ashley McBryde, Red Clay Strays perform at Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion 2024; read our recap.

🏁 The Night Race is HERE at Bristol Motor Speedway 🏁
09/21/2024

🏁 The Night Race is HERE at Bristol Motor Speedway 🏁

Get ready for a day of fun at Bristol Motor Speedway for the !
09/20/2024

Get ready for a day of fun at Bristol Motor Speedway for the !

Day 2. You Ready??😏

Full Schedule: https://bit.ly/3ZsNluL

09/16/2024

Welcome Race Fans! It's going to be an exciting weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway!

🚨 TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING! 🚨Purchase your passes today and save 💰Get Tickets » www.TasteofBristol.c...
09/13/2024

🚨 TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING! 🚨

Purchase your passes today and save 💰
Get Tickets » www.TasteofBristol.com




Thank you to our sponsors:
Serendipity Boutique | 99.3 The X | Bristol Herald Courier | WCYB

Participating Locations:
The Axe and Ale House | Blood Eagle Tavern | Borderline Billiards | The Cascade Draft House | Delta Blues BBQ | LUMAC at The Bristol Hotel | O'Mainnin's Pub | Southern Churn | Stateline Bar & Grille | The Corner

🪕 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion starts today! 🎻Welcome to Bristol music lovers! 🎶
09/13/2024

🪕 Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion starts today! 🎻

Welcome to Bristol music lovers! 🎶

📣Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol is interviewing for all positions TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 from 12PM-4PM! Job offers ON TH...
08/30/2024

📣Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol is interviewing for all positions TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 from 12PM-4PM! Job offers ON THE SPOT

Details 📲 https://bit.ly/3yPqtLl

Another chance to Join the Band 🤘
We're interviewing for all positions TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 from 12PM-4PM! Job offers ON THE SPOT 🤩

Details 📲 https://bit.ly/3yPqtLl



If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Oktoberfest Early Bird pricing! Purchase your passes today and save 💰Get Tickets » www.TasteofBristol.com Pa...
08/29/2024

Oktoberfest Early Bird pricing!

Purchase your passes today and save 💰
Get Tickets » www.TasteofBristol.com




Participating Locations:
The Axe and Ale House | Blood Eagle Tavern | Borderline Billiards | The Cascade Draft House | Delta Blues BBQ | LUMAC at The Bristol Hotel | O'Mainnin's Pub | Southern Churn | Stateline Bar & Grille | The Corner

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Welcome Race Fans! It's going to be an exciting weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway! #ItsBristolBaby #DiscoverBristol #NASCAR

Welcome Race Fans!! #ItsBristolBaby #NASCAR #DiscoverBristol

Mendota Trail - Sunny Side Trestle #19
Mendota Trail - Sunny Side Trestle #19

The Mendota Trail has numerous picturesque locations, including the Sunny Side Trestle, which crosses the North Fork Holston River. Trail Info » https://bit.ly/MndtaTrl Full Video » https://bit.ly/3NOg5rS Bristol App » https://bit.ly/DBapp #RailsToTrails #DiscoverBristol #LoveVA #Outdoors #GetOutside #TripIdea (🎥: Scenic Adventures | YouTube)

Project Southwest - Blue Circle
Project Southwest - Blue Circle

Blue Circle is a Bristol landmark! Learn about this iconic🍔 joint. (🎥: PBS Appalachia Virginia | Blue Ridge PBS) #EatLocal #Diner #DiscoverBristol #BristolTNVA #BristolTN #MadeInTN

2023 VIMFF World Tour Trailer
2023 VIMFF World Tour Trailer

1 WEEK: The World Tour visits next Saturday. Get Tickets » http://bit.ly/3G8hRzE Plan Your Trip » https://bit.ly/DBguest Event Sponsors:

2023 VIMFF World Tour Trailer
2023 VIMFF World Tour Trailer

1 WEEK: The World Tour visits next Saturday. Get Tickets » http://bit.ly/3G8hRzE Plan Your Trip » https://bit.ly/DBguest Event Sponsors:

Speedway In Lights - Race To Space
Speedway In Lights - Race To Space

Celebrate #ChristmasLightsDay in style. Plan a trip to visit #SpeedwayInLights! Event Info » https://bit.ly/BRI22SIL Holiday Events » https://bit.ly/WntrEvnts #ChristmasLights #ItsBristolBaby #KidsWin #DiscoverBristol #BristolTNVA #HolidayFun (🎥: Bristol Motor Speedway)

Andy Forrester - Blue Ridge Comedy Club - Oct. 21-22
Andy Forrester - Blue Ridge Comedy Club - Oct. 21-22

See Andy Forrester perform in Bristol Oct. 21-22! Catch him at the Blue Ridge Comedy Club. Event Tickets » https://bit.ly/3CPixay Club Calendar » https://bit.ly/BRCCevents #Comedy #DiscoverBristol #ComedyClub (🎥: Dry Bar Comedy)

Bristol Oktoberfest - October 22, 2022
Bristol Oktoberfest - October 22, 2022

Bristol Oktoberfest, presented by The Bristol Hotel, is almost here! Purchase 🎟 » https://bit.ly/3fskT7s Event Info » https://bit.ly/OktbrFest Delta Blues BBQ Lumac Rooftop Bar Machiavelli's Southern Churn Southern Craft BBQ Bristol State Street Brewing Stateline Bar & Grille The Angry Italian Restaurant The Cascade Draft House The Corner 99.3 The X Bristol Herald Courier WCYB #Oktoberfest #DiscoverBristol #BristolTNVA

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