CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – After years of anticipation, this is the moment we’ve waited for: the opening of the F&M Bank Arena. We have that, plus a comic con and a bourbon festival coming this weekend.
F&M Bank Arena Grand Opening: F&M Bank Arena is holding their Grand Opening Saturday, July 15, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Enjoy a tour of the entire facility, a Stray Nova concert, as well as fun and games for the kids. The event is free and will be at the arena, at Second and College Street.
Clarksville Anime, Comic & Toy Con: Come see over 100,000 comic books, toys, Magic cards, gaming, movie posters, autographs, wrestling and collectibles that are for sale. Listen to Panels and guest authors, and dress in your favorite cosplay. The event will be Saturday, July 15 at the Quality Inn off of Exit 4, on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Cost is $10 per day.
Kentucky Bands Bourbon & Wine Festival: A new festival featuring wine, bourbon, and spirit vendors from across Kentucky. Food and Beverages will also be available with Live Music. The event is at Oak Grove War Memorial Trail. The event is free and will be start at noon and end at 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 15.
Movie Night: Join in for a family fun movie night under the stars with a showing of How to Train Your Dragon 2. The event is free at the Downtown Commons, with the movie starting at 7:30 p.m. , Saturday, July 15.
Triplett Benefit Ride for Fallen Officers: A motorcycle ride benefitting the wives of Fallen Officers. The ride will start and end at Waverly Park in Waverly. Concluding with music, food, games, raffle, and silent auction. $20 for bikes, jeeps, custom cars, etc. Lineup starts at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 15, and will leave at 10 a.m.
For more events like this, check out the Summer Fun Guide or visit the Clarksville Now events page.