Upcoming Events

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Laurel Dace Day 5K - May 17, 2025, 8:00am

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Laurel Dace Day is a conservation celebration and festival that raises awareness of a critically endangered fish found only on nearby Walden’s Ridge.

On May 17, you can participate in the 5k Run or the Half Mile Fun Run to kick off our inaugural Laurel Dace Day, or just come join celebration to support the Laurel Dace!

There will be festivities for everyone to enjoy—a local farmer’s market, artisan vendors, music, food and drink options, activities with the Aquarium’s conservation scientists and educators, and much more—all open to the public!

Location: Spring City Nature Park

549 Front St, Spring City, TN 37381

8 AM — 5k Run
9 AM — Half Mile Fun Run
10 AM — Live Music

Local Farmer’s Market: 9 AM – 12 PM
Local Vendors and Activities: 9 AM – 2 PM

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Kids Free Fishing Rodeo - June 7, 2025, 7:00am

Join us at the Chuck Copeland Memorial Kids Free Fishing Rodeo!

Location: Spring City Veterans Park

  • No fishing allowed inside the park starting June 4, 2025.
  • The park will open 6:00 am for registration on the day of the event.
  • Registration will begin at 7 am, and fishing will start at 8 am.
  • Fishing is permitted by everyone, after the event has concluded, through the weekend.
  • Bring your own rod and reel with bait if possible. A limited number of loaner rods & bait are available on a first come basis.

Contact Mike Jolley, Brandon Ragland or Perry Massengill at (931)-484-9571 for more information.