Events in Dover
Including Leatherwood Bay (Ky Lake), Fort Donelson, Bumpus Mills
If you're looking for something to do, we hope to help fulfill your quest with these events happening in the Dover area.
Fri
Mar
28
It's Forge Friday at the 1850's farm! They will be demonstrating historical methods of blacksmithing on a bellows operated charcoal forge. Learn about metallurgy during the mid-1800's and explore how a farmer would repair and ... Continue...
Sat
Mar
29
It cooks our food, heats our homes, and continues to light up our lives. When treated with respect, this force of nature can provide all this and more. Come learn how to safely and effectively start a campfire using 1850s methods.
Sat
Mar
29
It's time to get our vegetables into the ground so we can have a bountiful harvest and food for the year! Join us in the garden, weather permitting, as we plant peas, carrots, greens and other vegetables into the plots. The ... Continue...
Sat
Mar
29
Today on the farm the smell of smoke will be in the air as they demonstrate the beginning of the tobacco crop season. The burning of the tobacco bed and the sowing of the tobacco seeds means that winter is on its way out. So, ... Continue...
Sun
Mar
30
It's time to get our vegetables into the ground so we can have a bountiful harvest and food for the year! Join us in the garden, weather permitting, as we plant peas, carrots, greens and other vegetables into the plots. The ... Continue...
Sun
Mar
30
Sure we've all heard of sweet tea, and hot tea, your Earl Greys and Scottish Breakfasts. Today, we're doing something a little different. You can make teas from the herbs in your garden, and even some of the wild edibles around ... Continue...
Sun
Mar
30
The quill pen was used to sign the Declaration of Independence, but did people in the 1850s still use quills as pens? Steel pens had been invented, but there was still a lot to be learned before they would take over. Come on out ... Continue...
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EVENT
Wed
Mar
5
The Homeplace is an 1850's working living history farm that gives visitors a chance to step back in time and get a glimpse of life on a 19th century farm in middle Tennessee. The farm has 15 original and restored log structures, ... Continue...
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EVENT
Wed
Mar
5
The evening chores start with the adorable Parade of Chickens, featuring the beloved Scissors the Hen - a Homeplace Tradition! Then, it's time to say goodnight to the young whippersnappers of the farm, the pigs. Finally, you can ... Continue...
Sat
Apr
5
After along year of growing their wool to keep warm in the winter, our sheep are ready for a haircut. Gary Lawson, a professional sheep shearer, will be here to demonstrate the age-old skill of hand shearing. Come by and see ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
6
Beautiful, artistic, and practical. Quilts are not only stunning works of art, but also treasures of tradition on the farm. Join us for a demonstration on piecing together and sewing quilts by hand, like they would have done in ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
6
You might well be familiar with the plaid patterns often worn by kilt-clad Scotsmen. Ever wonder what it takes to make it? We'll dig into the lore behind those patterns that existed well before they gained popularity as symbols ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
6
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Apr 6, 2025 - 9am - 5pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Sat
Apr
12
Beautiful, artistic, and practical. Quilts are not only stunning works of art, but also treasures of tradition on the farm. Join us for a demonstration on piecing together and sewing quilts by hand, like they would have done in ... Continue...
Sat
Apr
12
According the Old Farmer's Almanac, the last frost date has come and gone. That means it's time to get our vegetables into the ground so we can have a bountiful harvest and food for the year! Join us in the garden, weather ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
13
It's time to get our vegetables into the ground so we can have a bountiful harvest and food for the year! Join us in the garden, weather permitting, as we plant peas, carrots, greens and other vegetables into the plots. The ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
13
We all love the smell of our wood burning stove. Just wait until we get some fresh Peaches and start baking some cobbler! Join us as we demonstrate our venerable old kitchen workhorse. We'll even share our recipe with you!
Sat
Apr
19
Come celebrate the art of quilting-where history, memory, and artistry come together in every stitch! The Quilting Bee, like a Barn Raising, was the opportunity to lighten the load of their labor while also connecting with their ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
20
Those Sneaky Rabbits are at it Again!
Apr 20, 2025 - 10am-3:30pm
The Homeplace - 4512 The Trace, Dover
Time to celebrate Easter on the farm! Join us in a scavenger hunt. Look all around the farm and see what you can learn about rabbits! You might even figure out why it's some crazy bunny delivering the eggs and not our lovely ... Continue...
Sat
Apr
26
Come get some fresh spring air! Learn about the trees you'll see in the woods all around the region. Come to enjoy the views or brush up on your dendrology. Why not both? Meet at the double pen porch. The tour should take ... Continue...
Sat
Apr
26
Pretzels have a long history. This simple snack food was a favorite among all walks of life. Join us as we demonstrate how pretzels would have been made on our historic wood stove.
Sun
Apr
27
Beautiful, artistic, and practical. Quilts are not only stunning works of art, but also treasures of tradition on the farm. Join us for a demonstration on piecing together and sewing quilts by hand, like they would have done in ... Continue...
Sun
Apr
27
Join us by the fire and enjoy a story read by one of our staff members. Grimms Fairy Tales, Aesop's Fables, or a story from Hans Christian Anderson, together we will decipher what lesson the story endeavors to tell.
RECURRING
EVENT
Tue
Apr
1
The Homeplace is an 1850's working living history farm that gives visitors a chance to step back in time and get a glimpse of life on a 19th century farm in middle Tennessee. The farm has 15 original and restored log structures, ... Continue...
RECURRING
EVENT
Tue
Apr
1
We start our evening chores with the adorable Parade of Chickens, featuring our beloved Scissors the Hen. It's a Homeplace Tradition! Then we say goodnight to the young whippersnappers on the farm, our pigs. Finally, you can help ... Continue...
Sat
May
3
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
May
4
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
May
10
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
May
11
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
May
17
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
May
18
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
May
18
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
May 18, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Sat
May
24
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
May
25
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Mon
May
26
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
May
31
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
1
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Fri
Jun
6
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jun
7
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
8
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
8
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jun 8, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Fri
Jun
13
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jun
14
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
15
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Fri
Jun
20
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jun
21
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
22
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Fri
Jun
27
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jun
28
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
29
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jun
29
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jun 29, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Fri
Jul
4
Jordan Skoda & Damnwrights
Jul 4, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's - 119 Driftwood Shores Lane, Dover
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jul
5
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jul
6
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Mon
Jul
7
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Tue
Jul
8
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Wed
Jul
9
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Thu
Jul
10
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Fri
Jul
11
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jul
12
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jul
13
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Fri
Jul
18
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jul
19
Kyle Wallace & The Wingers
Jul 19, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's - 119 Driftwood Shores Lane, Dover
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jul
20
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jul
20
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Jul 20, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Fri
Jul
25
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Jul
26
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Jul
27
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Aug
2
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
3
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
3
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Aug 3, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Sat
Aug
9
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
10
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Aug
16
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
17
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Aug
23
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
24
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Aug
30
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Aug
31
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Mon
Sep
1
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Sep
6
Jordan Skoda & Damnwrights
Sep 6, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's - 119 Driftwood Shores Lane, Dover
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Sep
7
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Sep
13
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Sep
14
Emily Ann & Church Street
Sep 14, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's - 119 Driftwood Shores Lane, Dover
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Sep
20
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Sep
21
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sat
Sep
27
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Sep
28
Kyle Wallace & The Wingers
Sep 28, 2025 - 1:30 to 5:30
Fat Daddy's - 119 Driftwood Shores Lane, Dover
Live music at Fat Daddy's Tiki Hut on the waters of Kentucky Lake! Come by boat or by car and enjoy a taste of the islands with delicious food and great drinks.
Sun
Sep
28
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Sep 28, 2025 - 7am - 3pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Sun
Oct
12
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Oct 12, 2025 - 9am - 5pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
Sun
Oct
26
North Central Tennessee Bass Club Open Tournament
Oct 26, 2025 - 9am - 5pm
Lick Creek Ramp - Colson Rd, Dover
The North Central Tennessee Bass Club will have several open tournaments throughout 2025. Two person team or fish by yourself with $30 per boat and 80% payout. Optional $10 big bass pot with 100% payout for a total of $40 at ... Continue...
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