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A Year of Celebration. Heritage. Community.
Experience Independence Day in Johnson County 🇺🇸
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th with a full day of patriotic fun in Johnson County featuring the Liberty & Legacy Community Art Show, VFW Bicycle Poker Run, First Responder Tug-of-War, Freedom Mud Run, Patriotic Cantata, Annual 4th of July Parade, Family Fun Zone, and fireworks at dusk.
Don’t forget to pick up your FREE Johnson County America 250 Passport and collect stamps at participating events throughout the year. Get details below!
Celebrate America 250: Events Across Johnson County
Johnson County’s story is woven into the fabric of America — from early settlers and Appalachian traditions to music heritage and enduring community spirit.
In 2026, we invite visitors, families, and friends to celebrate 250 years of independence right here in the mountains of Northeast Tennessee.
NEW! Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in Johnson County with a full season of events, local traditions, and community pride. Pick up your America 250 Passport, collect stamps across the county, and enjoy special souvenirs along the way while supplies last.
Pick up your FREE America 250 - Johnson County Passport & Free Souvenir at events or locations listed in BOLD below!
Start planning your visit today.
Our America 250 projects are funded under an agreement with the State of Tennessee administered by the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.
Get to Know Us
Embrace our great outdoors . . .
Breathe in our fresh clean air . . .
Revel in the sound of an aviary symphony each morning . . .
And gaze up at our beautiful starry sky!
You'll quickly come to love our way of life as you enjoy our spirit of adventure . . . rich musical heritage . . . and some of the most incredible scenery anywhere in the US.
Located in the Northeast tip of Tennessee, we have become a popular vacation destination offering exciting outdoor adventures, fun on the beautiful Watauga Lake, fine dining experiences and welcoming trademark festivals.
Situated at the highest valley in the area, you will want to make Mountain City in Johnson County an annual trip!
