Old Oak Festival

 

Saturday, April 26, 2025, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday, April 27, 2025, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Step into the Magic of the Old Oak Festival at Tusculum University!

First celebrated in 1975, the Old Oak Festival returns to bring joy, creativity, and culture to life! Join us on April 26th from 10 am to 6 pm and April 27th from 11 am to 5 pm for a weekend packed with unforgettable experiences.

Discover Authors’ Row, where gifted storytellers share their latest works, or wander through the vibrant craft market brimming with unique, handcrafted treasures. Feeling hungry? Dive into a world of flavors with delicious eats from local food trucks, offering everything from classic favorites to culinary surprises!

For families, the Kiddie Corner promises endless fun with engaging activities designed to delight the little ones. And, of course, no festival is complete without live performances! Enjoy a lineup of talented musicians, entertainers, and artists showcasing the best of our region’s creativity.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, foodie, music lover, or simply seeking a memorable day out, the Old Oak Festival celebrates Tusculum’s rich heritage and thriving arts community. Don’t miss this beloved event—bring your friends and family and make lifelong memories under the shade of our historic oaks!

To volunteer to help at the Old Oak Festival, click here 

Volunteer

Dr. Kate Smith

Written Testimonial

“The Old Oak Festival is such a wonderful and iconic Tusculum event. Since I started at Tusculum 10 years ago,

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I’ve been impressed with how much the event draws in the faculty, students, the Greeneville community and Tusculum alumni. My own family loves to attend for the music, food, craft fair and car show. It really is a fantastic event for all age groups. Old Oak is also another way that my family and I interact with my students and colleagues. When we talk about developing relationships at Tusculum, events like this are a great example! My students know me personally and have witnessed my own children growing up on campus. Old Oak is another example of our close Tusculum community.”

 

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