CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Lots of fun happening around town this weekend, with the Downtown Market kickoff, Fort Defiance gunfire, a free movie night and a new Roxy play.

Downtown Market Opening Day

  • Where: Public Square, 1 Public Square
  • When: Saturdays, May 9-Oct. 3, 8 a.m.–noon
  • Cost: Free
  • Details: The Clarksville Downtown Market features locally grown produce, food items and handmade goods. Held weekly throughout the season.

March to the Past

  • Where: Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center
  • When: Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Cost: Not listed
  • Details: Presented by the Friends of Fort Defiance, March to the Past offers a day of living history experiences, including Civil War camp demonstrations, musket and artillery firings, historical cooking demonstrations and hands-on activities for children.

MoCo Movie Nights

  • Where: RichEllen Park, 1466 Highway 149
  • When: Saturday, May 9, 7:30 p.m. (time may be updated)
  • Cost: Free
  • Details: Montgomery County Parks and Recreation presents “Despicable Me 4.” Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Food will be available for purchase.

The Music Man JR.

  • Where: Roxy Regional Theatre, 114 Public Square
  • When: 7 p.m. May 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16; 2 p.m. May 9, 10 and 16
  • Cost: Not listed
  • Details: This 60-minute youth production of The Music Man JR. brings the classic story of fast-talking salesman Harold Hill and librarian Marian to life.

Motorcycle Safety Event

  • Where: Clarksville Regional Airport
  • When: Saturday, May 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Cost: Free
  • Details: Riders Against Dangerous Driving will host a Motorcycle Safety Event focused on promoting safe riding practices. Activities include motorcycle safety demonstrations, educational booths, kids’ games, food vendors, raffles and giveaways.

| DON’T MISS AN EVENT: For more Clarksville things to do, check out the Spring fun guide or the Clarksville Events calendar.