Things To Do
There is always something exciting going on in Obion County. From fantastic theater productions and museum exhibits to community festivals and Obion County’s southern hospitality, visitors will find events offering history, adventure, and fun. You’re sure to find something the whole family will enjoy.
In Obion County, memories are made daily. No matter what you choose to do you'll be sure to find a whole new experience around every corner.
Cultural Activities
Community Concerts - Community Concerts sponsors an annual series of concerts by nationally known groups and individuals. Past presentations include: The Glen Miller Orchestra, Floyd Cramer, the Mac Frampton Trio, and The Platters.
Masquerade Theatre - The Masquerade Theatre, a local theater group, presents four or more high-quality productions annually. Past productions include: Grease, Oklahoma!, Oliver, The Sound of Music, and Steel Magnolias. Masquerade Theater recently took on the task of acquiring and renovating the historical Capitol Theater, which is located on First Street in downtown Union City.
Historic Sites
Campground Cemetery - This cemetery is the burial place of many county pioneers, located 3 miles south of Troy. Wilson Cabin (unmarked), where county organization took place, is 2 miles south of the cemetery.
Court Square, Troy - Troy was the first town (1825) and original county seat (1825-1890) of Obion County. It was also the site of the first courthouse. Davy Crockett helped to layout the town.
First Monument of Unknown Confederate Dead - This monument was erected in 1869 to honor the unknown Confederates who died during the Civil War. It is listed on the National Register and the first monument ever erected by a group to honor the unknown Confederate dead.
Museums
Old Car Museum - The Old Car Museum is a division of Dixie Gun Works which supplies equipment for collectors of antique and replica muzzle-loading arms. The museum features antique automobiles, farm engines, antique car accessories, and an 1850 log gun shop.
Onion County Museum - Founded in 1970, the Obion County Museum is celebrating its 33rd year of operation. The museum has numerous exhibits that are periodically changed. Our newest is a Western exhibit featuring old cowboy toys.
In addition to our main building, we have on site, a reconstructed authentic log cabin and a one-room 'Little Red School House'. A storage building is also located on the property that is used to store artifacts that are not currently being displayed.
The purpose of the Obion County Museum is to preserve our past heritage, not so we can live in the past, but by knowing our heritage, we can better live in the present and plan for the future. A fascinating look back into Obion County's colorful history can be found at the Obion County Museum. The museum boasts a variety of interesting artifacts unique to Northwest Tennessee, from farming implements to clothing to photographs from Obion County's past.
Fairs / Festivals
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March
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Crappie Tournament
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Reelfoot Tourism (888) 313-8366
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April
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Main Street Auction
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Main Street (731) 885-8330
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Ridgemont Spring Heritage Days
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Ridgemont Elementary (731) 536-5171
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June
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Kid’s Fishing Rodeo
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Christine Donald (731) 538-2481
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July
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Firework Displays
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Each City
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White Squirrel Festival
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Kenton City Hall (731) 749-5767
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Catfish Tournament
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Reelfoot Tourism (888) 313-8366
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Troy Community Involvement Days
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Troy City Hall (731) 536-4745
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August
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Fair Association (731) 885-5361
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Reelfoot Lake Waterfowl Festival
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Reelfoot Tourism (888) 313-8366
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September
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Goodyear Tire & Rubber Car Show
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Goodyear (731) 884-2255
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Pecan Festival
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Troy City Hall (731) 536-4745
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Pontotoc Festival
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Fulton City Hall (270) 472-9000
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50 & 60’s Reunion
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Reelfoot Tourism (888) 313-8366
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Main Street (731) 885-8330
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October
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Reelfoot Lake Arts & Crafts Festival
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Reelfoot Tourism (888) 313-8366
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November
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Feeding of the 5,000
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First Baptist Church (731) 885-9481
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Chimes for Charity Events
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Chimes Office (731) 885-2098
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December
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Tree Lighting
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Main Street (731) 885-8330
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Christmas Parades
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Each City
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Chimes for Charity Events
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Chimes Office (731) 885-2098
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Shopping
Marketplace Shopping Center
J.C. Penney, Goody's, Maurices, Hibbitt Sporting Goods, a movie theater, and various other shops and restaurants are located in this center on U.S. 51 South.
Court Square
A photography studio, restaurants pharmacy, gift store, wedding chapel, and a discount store just a sampling of the variety of shopping experiences you can find at the Court Square, located in downtown Troy.
Decor / Direct
This outlet store offers a large selection of gift items and decorative accessories by CBK. Décor Direct sells closeouts, discontinued, and liquidation home décor for 50% off the suggested retail price, located on U.S. 51 North.
Downtown
In the heart of each of our many communities lies a treasure trove of unique antique shops, fashions for men, women and children, florists, and gift and specialty stores, as well as pharmacies, appliance and furniture stores. Many of these shops are housed in historic buildings. Some dating back to the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, the owners have lovingly kept them up to date, without disturbing their original charm.
The Fashion Center
Located on East Reelfoot Avenue and Home Street, the center offers an excellent selection of men's clothing in addition to a hair salon. Located immediately behind the center is a large discount store.
K-Mart Shopping Center
Featuring Big Lots discount and furniture store, the center is located in Union City at Reelfoot Avenue and South First Street. Also on site are two family restaurants.
Obion Square
The center, which is located In Union City on East Reelfoot Avenue, includes E.W. James Supermarket, Calla Lily Flower & Gift Shop, Blockbuster Video, Radio Shack, a pharmacy, a fitness center, a salon and spa, and restaurants.
Reelfoot Shopping Center
Located at U.S. 45 West and Reelfoot Avenue in Union City , this large center includes Sears, Sam Goody's, Family Dollar, a discount shoe store, a pharmacy, an auto supply store, and a Mexican and fast food restaurant, among other shops.
Village Plaza
Located on Broadway in South Fulton, this shopping center offers a variety of venues including, a restaurant, gift store, drug store, women’s exercise facility, and spa.
VF Factory Outlet
The mall, located off U.S. 51 North in Union City, offers a variety of shopping. The VF store offers approximately 50,000 square feet of shopping for the entire family at 1/2 the retail price. In addition to the VF store, the mall includes two other clothing stores and a shoe store.