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Winged Deer Park

Johnson City Sports Facilities

Come experience the Mountain South to discover a wide array of top-notch venues, where area experts are ready to help facilitate your next sporting event.

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Why Choose Johnson City

Named Top Adventure Town by Blue Ridge Outdoors, Johnson City is the ultimate destination for world-class sporting events and recreation alike. While being within a day’s drive of more than half of the United States population, Johnson City is the hub of Northeast Tennessee, allowing visitors to experience everything our region has to offer.

Our Promise

We are committed to providing complimentary, full-service support to sport event planners. We have the relationships and amenities to offer a world-class recreational experience to players and coaches alike. If you are a lover of the outdoors, food, culture, and people, Johnson City is the destination for you!

Upcoming Sports Events

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November Moon Hike

Rocky Fork State Park 501 Rocky Fork Rd, Flag Pond, TN, United States

Join us for a moderate hike up to White Oak Flats to observe the Full Moon. We will hike up to the White Oak Flats overlook to observe the Full Moon along the Rocky Fork Valley and the distant mountain peaks. 3 miles total$7.00 per person, SIGN UP at the park website to reserve your spot.

Snakeden Ridge Hike

Rocky Fork State Park 501 Rocky Fork Rd, Flag Pond, TN, United States

Join us for a guided hike along Snakeden Ridge Loop. On our hike we will see rich cove forest, rolling cascades, rock bluffs, diverse second growth forest and views of Rocky Fork Valley. This Hike is 6.75 miles total. $7.00 per person, SIGN UP at the park website to reserve your spot.

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

Veterans Day Celebration

Carver Recreation Center 508 Cranberry St, Johnson City, TN, United States

Veterans Day Celebration Join us as we honor our veterans on Tuesday, November 11, from 3–7 p.m. at the Carver Recreation Center! Schedule of Events: 3:00 p.m. – Free haircuts for veterans 4:30 p.m. – Basketball game tips off ~5:00 p.m. – Awards ceremony during halftime of the basketball game 5:30 p.m. – Free dinner to veterans in attendance Let’s come together to celebrate and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans | WJHL WCYB Johnson City Press

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

ETSU Bucaneers VS Citadel Bulldogs Football Game

ETSU William B. Greene, Jr. Stadium 1300 Jack Vest Dr, Johnson City, Tennessee, United States

The Citadel Bulldogs football program represents The Citadel in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision. The Bulldogs play in the Southern Conference, as they have since 1936.

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

20th Annual Turkey Trot

Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St, Johnson City, TN, United States

Up & At ‘Em, Inc. presents the 20th annual Johnson City Turkey Trot. Over the years this race has become an iconic event of the area coined as “The Place To Be Thanksgiving Day.” Although this 5k race is the largest in the Tri Cities area, it has become more than just a race to all as it is also seen as a homecoming or family tradition to do every year with over 5,000 of our closest friends and family.

Day After Thanksgiving Hidden Waterfall Hike

Rocky Fork State Park 501 Rocky Fork Rd, Flag Pond, TN, United States

Join us for a fun off-trail adventure to a hidden waterfall. We will follow Rocky Fork and Flint Creek Trails and then make our way off trail for about ¼ to ½ of a mile to a hidden waterfall. This is a moderate to hard hike primarily due to distance and off trail hiking. SIGN UP at the PARK WEBSITE to RESERVE your spot!

2025 TURKEY DAY CLASSIC 🏈

Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN, United States

This inaugural youth football tournament, presented by 5 Star Nation, is all set for November 29–30, 2025 in Johnson City, Tennessee. Divisions include both tackle and flag football, across age groups from 6U up to 14U (and girls’ flag divisions). LOCATIONS: Winged Deer Park at 277 Champions Ln, Johnson City, TN 37601 Kermit Tipton Stadium at 1509 John Exum Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604   Volunteers Needed: Help make the Turkey Bowl Classic an unforgettable weekend for young athletes and their families! We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our event team November 29–30 at Winged Deer Park and Kermit Tipton Stadium in Johnson City. From running the game clock to welcoming guests at the gate, every volunteer plays a key...

2025 TURKEY DAY CLASSIC 🏈

Winged Deer Park 4137 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN, United States

This inaugural youth football tournament, presented by 5 Star Nation, is all set for November 29–30, 2025 in Johnson City, Tennessee. Divisions include both tackle and flag football, across age groups from 6U up to 14U (and girls’ flag divisions). LOCATIONS: Winged Deer Park at 277 Champions Ln, Johnson City, TN 37601 Kermit Tipton Stadium at 1509 John Exum Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604   Volunteers Needed: Help make the Turkey Bowl Classic an unforgettable weekend for young athletes and their families! We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our event team November 29–30 at Winged Deer Park and Kermit Tipton Stadium in Johnson City. From running the game clock to welcoming guests at the gate, every volunteer plays a key...

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

Alumni… On Ice!

Alumni… On Ice!

ETSU D.P. Culp Student Center 412 JL Seehorn Jr Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

Join us at the Culp on December 11th and 12th from 6-8pm for some ice skating fun! Light snacks and skate rentals will be available. Bring your family and dress warm! Note: The ice rink is outdoors, therefore Alumni on Ice is weather dependent. REGISTER HERE:https://docs.google.com/.../1wbWH4XvYYVB3eTR5xB5kSQP.../edit

Jingle 5K

King Commons 125 W. King St, Johnson City, TN, United States

 Jingle 5K – Johnson City, TN  Get ready to lace up and light up the night at the Jingle 5K on Thursday, December 11, 2025! This magical evening race takes you through the sparkling holiday lights of downtown Johnson City, Founders Park, King Commons, and surrounding neighborhoods.   Run (or walk) under the glow of nearly 160 beautifully lit trees, creating a one-of-a-kind winter wonderland experience. Runners and families alike call this their favorite race of the holiday season—and for good reason!  Santa Claus will be there spreading cheer, and you can expect plenty of Christmas treats, festive music, and holiday fun at the finish line. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just soaking in the holiday magic, the Jingle 5K...

Alumni… On Ice!

Alumni… On Ice!

ETSU D.P. Culp Student Center 412 JL Seehorn Jr Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

Join us at the Culp on December 11th and 12th from 6-8pm for some ice skating fun! Light snacks and skate rentals will be available. Bring your family and dress warm! Note: The ice rink is outdoors, therefore Alumni on Ice is weather dependent. REGISTER HERE:https://docs.google.com/.../1wbWH4XvYYVB3eTR5xB5kSQP.../edit

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

Santa Hustle

TVA Credit Union Ballpark 111 Legion St, Johnson City, TN, United States

Join us on Sunday, December 20, 2025 TVA Credit Union Stadium – Cardinal Park in Johnson City, TN. Kids Dash: 8:00 AM 10K: 8:15 AM 5K: 8:15 AM *Date, Location, and Start times are subject to change. Cross the finish line and earn the exclusive Santa Hustle® “Sleigh the Season” Finisher Medal! Festive, bold, and full of holiday spirit — it’s the perfect reward for dashing your way through the season. All participants will receive a special Santa Hustle® apparel item powered by Headsweats®—crafted for comfort, performance, and festive flair to help you Sleigh the Season in style

Santa Hustle

TVA Credit Union Ballpark 111 Legion St, Johnson City, TN, United States

From coast to coast, chimney to chimney, the Santa Hustle® Series is coming to Johnson City! With festive music, outrageous holiday decorations, and thousands of runners dressed like Santa, this is a Holiday event you don’t want to miss! Join us on Sunday, December 20, 2025 at TVA Credit Union Stadium – Cardinal Park in Johnson City, TN.

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

NFL Sunday, Brunch, & Bottomless Mimosas at Off Leash Social

Off Leash Social 234 Denny Mill Rd, Johnson City, TN, United States

NFL Sunday’s at Off Leash are the perfect end for your weekend. Brunch is served every Sunday 11-3 and bottomless mimosas all weekend long! Enjoy the outdoors, football games on the JUMBOTRON, great food, cold drinks, and your furry pals. We’ll be your haven this football season!

The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities 2026

The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities 2026

Appalachian Fairgrounds 100 Lakeview St, Gray, TN, United States

 The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities is a unique experience for those who love the great outdoors!  This event will be held indoors in a heated/air-conditioned building and feature over 100 vendor booths selling many different items for outdoor adventures including fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, archery, boating, and camping.  February 21st & 22nd  Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pmSunday: 10:00am-4:00pm  @ the Appalachian Fairgrounds Admission is $5 for ages 13 & up. (Children 12 & under are free.) www.greatoutdoorsshows.com

The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities 2026

The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities 2026

Appalachian Fairgrounds 100 Lakeview St, Gray, TN, United States

 The Great Outdoors Show of the Tri-Cities is a unique experience for those who love the great outdoors!  This event will be held indoors in a heated/air-conditioned building and feature over 100 vendor booths selling many different items for outdoor adventures including fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, archery, boating, and camping.  February 21st & 22nd  Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pmSunday: 10:00am-4:00pm  @ the Appalachian Fairgrounds Admission is $5 for ages 13 & up. (Children 12 & under are free.) www.greatoutdoorsshows.com

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Kaitlyn Ricker

Director of Sports Development

ricker@visitjohnsoncitytn.com

423-461-8012

James Mauney

James Mauney

Sports Sales Manager

jmauney@visitjohnsoncitytn.com

423-900-2533

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