Shop, Dine & Play

Discover Historic Downtown Elizabethton

Picture yourself strolling slowly through the streets of downtown. A cool breeze floats in, slowly rocking the hanging store signs and whirling down the shady walkways. Rays of sun glisten on the one-way streets and dancing spectrums of light play on store windows. You dip in and out of stores brimming with treasures and boutiques with unique items only found in the mountains of Tennessee. Rumbles of hunger sound from your empty stomach. You take a seat in a homey diner and are served southern fried chicken and side fixin’s like

grandma used to make. After lunch, visit the historic Bonnie Kate Theater. Your day in downtown continues with a walk along the trickling Doe River. Kids shed their shoes and wade happily in the cool, shallow waters.

Explore Downtown Elizabethton and experience the sights and sounds of life in the southern Appalachian Mountains. Not many places have a downtown like the one found in Carter County. This pedestrianfriendly district has minimal traffic, which makes crossing the street a breeze. For a front row parking spot, pull into one of the many parallel spaces. For those of you that are parallel-parking challenged, public parking areas are conveniently located on adjacent roadways. The old-style architecture of downtown is magnificent. Take notice of the towering brick buildings, antique store signs and old Victorian homes gracing the area.

The Cruise-In car show, held every Saturday at 5 p.m. from April through October, is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike along the streets of downtown. Be sure to check our website for other upcoming events and celebrations held in downtown, such as the Covered Bridge Celebration, 4th of July Celebration, Octoberfest, Trick or Treating, Christmas Parade and more.