Last year the event was canceled, and this year it was moved on to fall to allow need repairs on the bridge. It’s the largest annual event, gathering hundreds of people. The bridge was built in 1882 and spans 134 feet across the Doe River.
Enjoy live music concerts, visit the arts and crafts vendors and just have fun!
Several shops and restaurants are a short walk away.
Covered Bridge Days Festival
Friday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Sept. 26
Full Schedule Below:
Full Schedule
Kid’s Island Free Fun
Friday September 24, 2021
3-7 PM | Inflatables at Edward’s Island Park Children will enjoy free inflatables! Located on the green space at Edward’s Island |
3-3:45 PM | Interactive Storybook with the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library Join us at Rotary Pavilion at Edward’s Island. Children will get to meet with characters of storybooks while listening as the pages come alive. The Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library will have books to give to those in attendance. |
4-7 PM | Foam Party at Edward’s Island Cool off and have fun during our Foam Party located beside Rotary Pavilion! Please be aware this activity is a water activity and clothes/shoes may get wet. |
4-5 PM | Magic Show Join us for a special magic show at Rotary Pavilion. |
5:30-6:30 PM | Magic Show An encore performance will take place by our Magician at Rotary Pavilion |
Saturday September 25, 2021
10 AM – 7 PM | Inflatables at Edward’s Island Park Children will enjoy free inflatables! Located on the green space at Edward’s Island |
10-10:30 AM | Meet & Greet and craft with Blue’s Clues Children will get to meet and interact with Blue! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
10:30-11 AM | Meet & Greet and craft with Winnie the Pooh & Friends Children will get to meet and interact with Winnie the Pooh & friends! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
11-11:30 AM | Meet & Greet and craft with Sesame Street Children will get to meet and interact with Elmo and Big Bird! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
12-1 PM | Magic Show Join us for a special magic show at Rotary Pavilion. |
1:30-2:30 PM | Magic Show An encore performance with our Magician will take place at Rotary Pavilion |
2-5 PM | Foam Party at Edward’s Island Cool off and have fun during our Foam Party located beside Rotary Pavilion! Please be aware this activity is a water activity and clothes/shoes may get wet. |
5-6 PM | Meet & Greet and Activity with Spongebob Kids will get to meet and interact with Spongebob! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
6-7 PM | Meet & Greet and Activity with Scooby Kids will get to meet and interact with Scooby Doo! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
Sunday September 26, 2021
1-4 PM | Elizabethton Children’s Business Fair- located in Covered Bridge Park Shop local entrepreneurs from ages 7-18 open for a single day shopping event. There will be a special awards ceremony presented afterwards recognizing businesses who have excelled in design, marketing, and creativity! |
1-6 PM | Inflatables at Edward’s Island Park Children will enjoy free inflatables! Located in the green space at Edward’s Island |
1-2 PM | Meet & Greet and Activity with Mickey & Friends! Children will get to meet and interact with Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy and Donald! Located at Rotary Pavilion |
2-3 PM | Magic Show Join us for a special magic show at Rotary Pavilion. |
3-6 PM | Foam Party at Edward’s Island Cool off and have fun during our Foam Party located beside Rotary Pavilion! Please be aware this activity is a water activity and clothes/shoes may get wet. |