School is out for the summer, so it’s time to make summer bucket lists where we can do all the fun things we want to do.
Here is a list of activities in Oak Ridge which I think you’ll want to add to your summer bucket list:
Flatwater Tales: Oak Ridge Convention Center June 5-6th
The Flatwater Tales is hosting some of the best story tellers in the country June 5 and 6 in Oak Ridge. The event will be celebrating 250 years of American Stories with special performances Friday and Saturday nights with the ORMCA chorus. All performances require a purchased ticket. There is a free historic tour Saturday morning, June 6th, from 9-11am. Each show promises different stories. Get your tickets here.
Oak Ridge Schools/SFE Summer Sunshine Bus Feeding Program: Monday- Friday, June 5-26
There are two options for summer feeding this year in Oak Ridge for kids 18 and under. First check out where the Sunshine Bus is going to be around the city Monday-Friday in June from 10:30am-3:15 pm.
- 11-11:30 AM, Oak Ridge Civic Center
- 12 PM -1 PM, Oliver Springs Public Library
- 1:25-2 PM, Clinton Splash Pad
- 2:30-3 PM, Rocky Top Splash Pad
Second, the Robertsville Middle School has their Open Cafe from 10:30-11:30 AM Monday through Friday in June located at 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.
For additional information and questions email [email protected] or call 865-425-9235.
Summer Movie Club House: June 1- August 6, Oak Ridge Cinemark, Oak Ridge, TN
Summer Movie Club House is now playing in Oak Ridge! From June 1-August 6 every Wednesday at 9:30 Cinemark will be playing family friendly movies for $1.75 a ticket. The theatre may offer additional showtimes throughout the week, so make sure to check the theatre schedule. A great activity for when you need to get out of the heat. Check out the movie schedule here.
Lavender Festival: June 20, 8am-4pm, Jackson Square, Oak Ridge, TN
The Lavender Festival is a great family outing. It is hosted in the beautiful historic Jackson Square where lavender is the star of the show. There are over 100 vendors that participate with activities for everyone in the family to enjoy. Kids’ highlights are the splash fountain, smoothie bike, mini train ride, a bee scavenger hunt, learning about pollinators, and the art spot.
4th of July Fireworks: July 4, Sundown, A.K. Bissell Park, Oak Ridge
The City of Oak Ridge puts on a spectacular firework show every 4th of July. The event is kicked off by the Oak Ridge Community Band’s performance at 7:30pm at A.K. Bissell Park followed by the fireworks at sundown. If you are not interested in the concert, but still want to see the fireworks, you do not need to go to the park to view them. There are many areas around the park where you can have great views of the firework show. Our family always goes across the street to the high school to view the fireworks. Make sure to find a spot early, as the fireworks attract large crowds. Bring chairs and blankets to sit on.
Story Time: Oak Ridge Public Library, Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:30am
Unearth a story this summer at the summer reading program put on by the Oak Ridge Public Library. Every Monday and Tuesday from now-July 7 at 10:30am, the library has a special guest that will come and perform. It culminates in a party held on July 14 for all those who have completed their summer reading logs. The library does a phenomenal job with the program. It is a must do with your kids, even if you do not do the summer reading program. Sign up and more information here.
Oak Ridge Community Band Concerts
The Oak Ridge Community Band hosts concerts throughout the summer showcasing a variety of music for all ages to enjoy. All concerts are free and open to the public. If held outside, bring your own chairs, or blanket to sit on. Enjoy the shows!
Independence Day Concert July 4, 7:30pm A.K. Bissell Park, Oak Ridge
Enjoy all these fun summer events in Oak Ridge!
