Riverfront Nights 2016

Posted on July 14, 2016

Don’t miss Riverfront Nights, our 10th annual free Saturday night concert series, presented by Friends of the Festival and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee!

Riverfront Nights focuses on local people and institutions who promote healthy lifestyles, sustainable development/business practices and, of course, love of outdoor recreation. All shows are child and pet friendly, although coolers are not allowed. Doors open and beer sales begin at 6:30pm. Local opening bands start around 7pm and headliners kick into high gear promptly at 8pm and play till 10-ish.

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