FIRST WEEKEND AFTER LABOR DAY: Riverfest is a weekend-long event and features dancing, singing, an art exhibit, an arts and crafts fair, and drag racing on the river. Run by the River is held in conjunction with Riverfest and is the largest of its kind in the world. Runners from across the country and around the world come to Clarksville for a chance to compete for the largest cash prize offered in a 5K race in the nation.
FIRST WEEKEND IN OCTOBER: Oktoberfest is sponsored by the EdelWeiss Club. Upwards of 10,000 attend this festival with true German flair, which features German food, music, dancing and fun.
CHRISTMAS ON THE CUMBERLAND: From the last weekend in November through first week in January approximately 4 million lights are used to decorate the McGregor Park Riverwalk.
Some of the Annual Happenings/Events
Some Area Attractions
Clarksville/Montgomery County has plenty of attractions and events for family fun. The area's antebellum homes and historic landmarks draw tourists and local adventurers alike. More than 20 major attractions are located in the area, with the most "free" or reasonably priced.
BEACHAVEN VINEYARDS & WINERY: is one of the most visited sites and boasts award-winning wine and champagne. Beachaven began operations in 1987 and to this day, from vine to bottle, the wines are produced right here in Clarksville. Tours and tastings (for those over 21) are offered at the winery for free. Picnic facilities are also available.
CLARKSVILLE-MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUSEUM: is housed in the old Clarksville Post Office. It was erected in 1898 and is one of the most photographed sites in Tennessee. In 1984, the building was renovated and became the museum. The museum is open from 10am-5pm Tuesdays through Saturdays; and 1pm-5pm on Sundays. It is closed on Mondays and major holidays. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for senior citizens, $1 for students (ages 6-18), and free for children under 6 yrs. Admission is "free" for everyone every Sunday, and group rates are available other days of the week. You can receive more information by calling: 931-648-5780
HISTORIC COLLINSVILLE: is located 10 mi south of Clarksville and is an 1870's living history village featuring a collection of 10 vintage style buildings complete with period furnishings, textiles and artifacts essential to daily living.
CUMBERLAND RIVER WALK: built on the banks of the Cumberland River...a lighted walkway follows the river and has a playground, picnic area, pedestrian bridge and a boat launch. Newly constructed features include two outdoor amphitheaters built into the banks of the river, with a wharf serving as a stage.
ROXY REGIONAL THEATRE: began life as a movie theater in 1911. Now this historic building is home to Clarksville's oldest community theatre. The Roxy stages drama, comedy and musical productions throughout the year and has been used in several music videos, including Sheryl Crow, Kenny Rogers, Clint Black, Billy Dean and Steve Winwood.
LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES (LBL): is located just off I-24 about 35 miles northwest of Clarksville and 30 miles southeast of Paducah, KY. Fishing is a favorite activity for visitors. For fishing information call (270) 924-2000. Hunting is another popular activity at LBL and wildlife is plentiful in the area's woods and fields. LBL offers Camping facilities to meet almost every need. A daily fee is charged for use of Hillman Ferry, Piney and Energy Lake family campgrounds. If you like hiking, LBL offers more than 200 miles of designated trails. Hikers are encouraged to inquire at one of the welcome stations for details and a trails brochure is available.
Many visitors come to LBL just to visit "The Homeplace-1850" a living history farm where visitors can get a glimpse of what farm life was like in the region during the mid-19th century. The Elk & Bison Prairie near the Golden Pond Visitor Center features wild elk and bison that roam a prairie area much like the first settlers to the region found. For more information about LBL can be found at http://www.lbl.org/
Location
Clarksville/Montgomery County, Tennessee is nestled on the banks of the Cumberland and Red Rivers, 45 miles northwest of Nashville. The area is 500' above sea level and covers 543 sq mi. It is located just off Interstate 24 (I-24) (Exits 1, 4, 8 & 11), it is the first city south of the Mason-Dixon line on the I-24 corridor with a population of more than 100,000 -- making this area the "Gateway to the New South."
Clarksville was founded in 1784 and is named in honor of General George Rogers Clark, a Revolutionary war hero. By 1795 there were two taverns, a courthouse, a jail and about 30 log structures in town. There were four main dirt roads leading from town (two headed toward Nashville, another was the Kentucky Road that crossed the Red River via a ferry, and Russellville Road. When Tennessee gained statehood the area was called Tennessee County...which later was split and renamed Montgomery and Robertson Counties in honor of the two men who helped open the region for settlement.
Fort Campbell, KY is named in honor of Brig. Gen. William Bowen Campbell, the last Whig Governor of Tennessee. The post is located between Hopkinsville, KY and Clarksville, TN. Fort Campbell primarily is the home of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), the 5th Special Forces Group and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Nearly 4,000 civilians work on the post, and more than 40,000 family members live there.
Activated in 1942, the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) is one of the Army's most powerful and prestigious divisions, making a name for itself in WWII and continuing its strong tradition over the years. The division is only 58 yrs old, but is rich with history. The "Screaming Eagles" were the first Americans to land at Normandy in the D-Day invasion of Europe by Allied Forces.
We will have "open" rides every Sunday (weather permitting). We will depart the BP station on Wilma Rudolph at 1:30pm. The group present will decide where to ride and the length of the ride at that time. Come join us!!!
