150 Things To Do in Clarksville TN
Clarksville, TN has so many unique and exciting things to do. From outdoor recreation activities to DIRTcar racing, seasonal festivals, and even local shopping, there is something for everyone! Whether you are new to Clarksville, TN or a local native, this list can inspire you to get out in the community and participate in the unique culture.
Winter
- Shop locally made arts and collected antiques at the semi-annual Clarksville Vintage Fair
- Handmade Holidays
- Christmas on the Cumberland
- Drive through 3 Million Christmas Lights at the Clarksville Speedway
- Watch the Clarksville Christmas Parade downtown (FREE)
- Get your picture taken with Santa at Governor’s Square Mall
- Volunteer at YaiPacks (FREE)
- Attend an APSU Tennis Match (FREE)
- Take a painting class at Swirls Art Studio
- Attend a Drag Strip event at the Clarksville Speedway & Fairgrounds
- Tour Ft. Defiance Civil War Park
- Head to the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum to learn the history of the 101st Airborne Division (FREE)
- Listen to live music by Lauren Christine at Beachaven Vineyards & Winery (January 18, 2020)
- By wowed by the Gateway Chamber Orchestra for their Masterwork Series (January 26, 2020)
- Shop till you drop at Mrs. Lucilles
- Learn Clarksville history at the Customs House
- Take a tour of the Old Glory Distilling Company
- Join the Mug Club at Kings Bluff Brewery
- Compete at The Axe Throwing Place
- Glow in the dark while playing mini golf at D&D Blacklight Mini Golf
- Taste local brews named after Clarksville Highlights at TN Valley Brewing
- Play cornhole with your friends at Upstairs at Strawberry Alley
- Walk through an antique warehouse at the Warehouse 41
- Eat traditional German deliquess and fresh baked bread at Silke’s Cafe
- Attend an APSU Men’s and Women’s Basketball game
- Grab a delicious and unique hot dog at Chi-Town Hot Dogs
- Drink specialty cocktails in Clarksville’s only speakeasy – Roux
- Try the delicious Vanilla Brew at Blackhorse Brewery
- Race friends in Clarksville’s indoor go-kart track at the City Forum
- Ice Skate during the holiday season at Downtown Commons
- Eat Golly G’s Famous Cinnamon Rolls
- Find eclectic artists at the Artist Co-Op (FREE)
- Give back by volunteering at many local non-profits (FREE)
- Participate in an annual toy drive hosted by 5 Star Media Group
- Go thrifting at Arc Thrift Downtown
- Grab a homemade Tamale at Bethlehem Bakery on Saturdays
- Find a collectable record at &Vinyl Records
- Take a drive down historical Madison St.
- Climb at Clarksville Climbing
- Grab fresh artisan coffee at Plumb Line Coffee
- Enjoy wood-fired pizza at Yada on Franklin St.
- Indulge your taste buds with Sunday Brunch at Blackhorse Brewery
- Grab some fresh cut meat at the Choppin Block
- Craft your own scented candle at The Candle Loft
- Taste local teas made at the Mad Herbalist
- Design your own handmade signs at The Blank Slate
- Visit the Clarksville-Montgomery County Library (FREE)
- Order authentic pupusas at the Salvadorian Restaurant
- Duel it out with the Dueling Pianos at Old Glory Distillery (February 14, 2020)
- Who doesn’t love chocolate? Don’t miss the Chocolate Affair (February 21, 2020)
- Be wowed at the Clarksville Film Festival (February 21, 2020)
- Visit the Clarksville Home and Garden Show (February 22-23, 2020) (FREE)
- Don your favorite superhero outfit and head over to ClarksvilleCon (March 7, 2020)
- Ponder science with APSU professors at Science on Tap at Strawberry Alley (FREE)
Spring
- Take pictures in front of all the historical murals around Clarksville (FREE)
- Attend an APSU Softball Game (FREE)
- Indulge in delicious fried foods at the Catfish House
- Mountain bike through Rotary Park (FREE)
- Design your perfect burger at Johnny’s Burgers
- Visit West Coast Tacos for your Taco Tuesday cravings
- Get your Scuba Certification with Water Dogs Scuba Safety
- Attend an APSU Beach Volleyball Game (FREE)
- Paint your own pottery at Horsefeather Art Studio
- Grab some grub from Gray Smoke BBQ
- Be a spectator for Fort Campbell’s Week of the Eagle showcase
- Network with local professionals at Business After Hours (FREE)
- Attend an APSU Baseball Game
- Attend a job fair and workshops with American Job Center
- Use Clarksvilles’ BCycle to ride in the city
- Spend $1 for Mimosas at Strawberry Alley Ale Works
- Have a picnic down at Billy Dunlop Park (FREE)
- Take a tour of the cave at Dunbar Cave State Park
- Play 18-holes of Disc Golf at Rotary Park (FREE)
- Clarksville BBQ Bash (FREE)
- Watch the Passion Play live (FREE)
- Attend an APSU Track Event (FREE)
- Fun with Fido Parks and Rec (FREE)
- Wettest Egg Hunt
- Attend concerts at The Warehouse
- Fish at Liberty Park Marina (FREE)
- Learn more about Willma Rudolph at Freedom Point (FREE)
- Find all 50 Mocking Bird Trail Statues in Clarksville (FREE)
- See 18th century reenactors at Fort Defiance (FREE)
- Pick Strawberries at H&S Farms and McGraw’s Strawberry Patch
- Take your aim at the Montgomery County Shooting Complex
- Attend an APSU Theatre and Dance Production
- Grab some tacos or your latin groceries over at La Laguna
- BBQ, Brews, Beethoven (May 16, 2020)
- Wine tasting at BeachHaven Vineyards & Winery
- Swing by the Clarksville Country Club to dine at Pbody’s
Summer
- Splash in the Clarksville Splash Pad (FREE)
- Stroll down by the river and check out Clarksville’s River History (FREE)
- Walk the the Greenway (FREE)
- Grab some friends and play a game of pickup at Liberty Park (FREE)
- Attend Jazz on the Lawn at the Beachaven Vineyards & Winery (FREE)
- Attend the Montgomery County Fair (June 12-June 21, 2020)
- Mayor’s Summer Night Lights
- Watch the fireworks at Liberty Park (July 3, 2020) (FREE)
- Watch the fireworks again at Ft. Campbell (July 4, 2020) (FREE)
- Visit the L&N Train Station
- Hike Dunbar Cave or relax at the cool cave entrance (FREE)
- Shop local produce and crafts at the downtown market
- Hike Rotary Park (FREE)
- Watch the sunset over the RG Corman Bridge (FREE)
- Movies in the Park (FREE)
- Attend the Art Walk the 1st Thursday of every month (FREE)
- Climb the cliff at Kings Bluff
- Visit the community built playground at Liberty Park (FREE)
- Listen to live music at the Downtown Commons – Downtown @ Sundown
- Get a feel for all our local food trucks at the annual food truck rally
- Head to the pool to beat the heat – Swan Lake Pool
- Visit the Clarksville Regional Airport
- Go kayaking at Port Royal State Park (FREE)
- Rent a boat at Liberty Park Marina
- Collect Sunflowers at Boyd’s Pumpkin Patch
- Take a tour of The American Queen Steamboat as it docks in Clarksville
- Take care of your sushi needs at Yellowtail Robata Grill
- Take a day to cool off at Beachhaven Pool
- Bring your canoe or kayak and check out the Clarksville Blueway (FREE)
- Hike Port Royal State Park (FREE)
- Grab a “Clarksville’s best” milkshake from White House Dairy Freeze
Fall
- Attend an APSU Football Game
- Lace up your running shoes for the Valor Run Clarksville
- Jam out at PossumStock (August 21-22, 2020)
- Attend a CECA Visiting Artist Speaking Series at APSU (FREE)
- Hangout at APSU Homecoming Tailgate (FREE)
- Sing the weekend away at Riverfest (FREE)
- Head to Planet 3 Extreme Air Park to get the jumps you want
- Find your way out of Escape Games
- Get spooked at Fright on Franklin (FREE)
- Attend an APSU Women’s Soccer Game (FREE)
- Build a campfire and roast smores (FREE)
- Indoor fun at your local recreation centers
- Ease your Southern taste buds by eating at Moss’ Southern Cooking
- Get some roller skating in at Rainbow Skating Center
- Attend an APSU Golf Match (FREE)
- Go to the Bell Witch Cave and be spooked
- Bring your dog(s) to the annual Wags and Wings event
- Welcome Home our Veterans (September 16-20, 2020)
- Support The Food Initiative by dining at their fundraising event Fine Fettle (September 28, 2020)
- Take a free boxing class at Title Boxing (FREE)
- Bring your kids to G.H.O.S.T. at APSU hosted by the Student Government Association (SGA)
- Attend the Veteran’s Day Parade in the local community (FREE)
- Defeat the zombies at Zombie Hunters
- Make your way through the corn maze at Boyd’s Pumpkin Patch
- Take in some art at The New Gallery at APSU (FREE)
- Head over to the Pinnacle for bowling night
- Be a spectator at the Miss Tennessee and Miss Tennessee Teen USA hosted at APSU (FREE)
- Head over to Huddle House to try their sweet cakes
- Try some homemade macaroons at Thistle Sweets
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