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Visit Oak Ridge, Tennessee, "the Secret City," to discover how 75,000 people kept the secrets of the Manhattan Project, built the world’s first atomic bomb, and ended WWII in Oak Ridge, TN.

09/01/2025

We are looking for Oak Ridge, Anderson, and Roane County-based nonprofits & City of Oak Ridge Boards who want a FREE booth space at the Inaugural Atomic Fall Fest!

Join us Friday, September 26, and Saturday, September 27, to showcase your mission, connect with the community! 🍂

We are accepting applications for Informational Booths on the Civic Center Plaza. Apply by Sept. 5 at 👉 AtomicFallFest.com

✅ Open to Oak Ridge & Roane/Anderson County registered nonprofits and City Boards
✅ 10x10 booth space provided (bring your own tent, table & chairs)
✅ Booths must stay open BOTH days until 6 PM

Claim your spot before they're gone! 🎉

08/29/2025

Check out the Melton Lake Greenway! Walk, run, or bike through its 6.2 miles of paved trails, which connect to Emory Valley Greenway, Elza Gate Park, Melton Lake Park, and Haw Ridge Park.

Start your weekend off right with a visit to the Oak Ridge Farmers Market! Whether you’re stocking up for the week or ju...
08/28/2025

Start your weekend off right with a visit to the Oak Ridge Farmers Market! Whether you’re stocking up for the week or just stopping by for a treat, there’s something for everyone.

Oak Ridge Community Band presents: Labor Day at the Movies!Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring theme songs from your favo...
08/27/2025

Oak Ridge Community Band presents: Labor Day at the Movies!

Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring theme songs from your favorite films—Jaws, Star Wars, The Incredibles, Sound of Music, West Side Story, How to Train Your Dragon, and more! Bring a blanket or chair, grab a treat from Razzleberry’s Ice Cream Lab, and enjoy a family-friendly night of music under the stars.

📅 Sunday, August 31
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 A.K. Bissell Park | 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike
💵 FREE Admission!

🦋Mark your calendars!🦋We’re so excited to announce the 10th Annual UT Arboretum Society Butterfly Festival! Enjoy butter...
08/24/2025

🦋Mark your calendars!🦋

We’re so excited to announce the 10th Annual UT Arboretum Society Butterfly Festival! Enjoy butterfly tents, the UT Insect Zoo, live dulcimer music, kids’ activities, local artisans, food trucks & more!

📅 Saturday, Sept. 6 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 UT Arboretum Auditorium & Grounds | 901 S. Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge

Looking for a fun way to spend a Sunday morning? Swing by the Sunday Market happening in Jackson Square from 1:00 PM - 5...
08/22/2025

Looking for a fun way to spend a Sunday morning? Swing by the Sunday Market happening in Jackson Square from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM! Happening on the 4th Sunday of everything month, this is a great way to check out local businesses and artisans while stocking up on homemade goods, fresh produce, and more!

ORNL Federal Credit Union is excited to announce the return of its Summer Sessions concert series this summer at A.K. Bi...
08/21/2025

ORNL Federal Credit Union is excited to announce the return of its Summer Sessions concert series this summer at A.K. Bissell Park! This is a FREE concert event that features bluegrass and Americana bands from throughout the region.

Join us for a performance featuring Dan Tyminski and Amythyst Kiah, held on August 23. An additional show is scheduled for September 20--stay tuned for more information!

All concerts will be held at the pavilion in A.K. Bissell Park from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Local food trucks will also be on site!

This Saturday, join Hops and Hounds for their Charity Chalk Walk from 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM! Belgrade Road will come alive w...
08/20/2025

This Saturday, join Hops and Hounds for their Charity Chalk Walk from 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM! Belgrade Road will come alive with colorful chalk art, live music, good food, and community connection, all to support a great cause.

Enjoy local eats from GG’s Food Truck, check out the silent auction, and spend the day with friends (furry ones included). The Hops and Hounds facility will be open, and there will be plenty of local vendors to explore!

See you there!

Join the Manhattan Project NHP for their monthly tennis court dances, reminiscent of the tennis court dances held during...
08/19/2025

Join the Manhattan Project NHP for their monthly tennis court dances, reminiscent of the tennis court dances held during the Manhattan Project Era. This event is happening August 21 at the Jackson Square Tennis Courts from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Can't make this one? That's ok—these dances are held the third Thursday of every month through October.

Want to save money on the golf course this summer? Book a stay at an Oak Ridge hotel to lock in these special rates!🏌️‍♂...
08/17/2025

Want to save money on the golf course this summer? Book a stay at an Oak Ridge hotel to lock in these special rates!

🏌️‍♂️ Weekday Rates (Mon–Thurs):
• $34 before 2:00 PM
• $30 after 2:00 PM

🏌️‍♀️ Weekend Rates (Fri–Sun):
• $42 before 2:00 PM
• $34 after 2:00 PM

2-round discounts also available! Just book your tee time early and present your Stay & Play coupon at the course—coupons are given out at hotel check-in.

Be sure to check out the Cars for Canines event happening TODAY from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Melton Lake Park. With a car ...
08/16/2025

Be sure to check out the Cars for Canines event happening TODAY from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Melton Lake Park. With a car show, food trucks, vendors, music, and more, this is going to be a blast! See you there!

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1400 Oak Ridge Turnpike
Oak Ridge, TN
37830

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+18654831321

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Visit Oak Ridge, Tennessee, "the Secret City," to discover how 75,000 people kept the secrets of the Manhattan Project, built the world’s first atomic bomb, and ended WWII in Oak Ridge, TN. Come see how the once “Secret City” now has a thriving art culture, beautiful waterfront scenery, and outdoor parks to explore. Yet still remains true to its innovative and technological roots with museums and scientific advancements the city achieves now.