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College Town Kickoff

Save the Date - August 23, 2025


August 24, 2024
11 AM to 10 PM in Downtown Cookeville

Students at College Town Kickoff enjoying a snack

College Town Kickoff

 

Live Music – Carnival Games – Zip Line – Ferris Wheel – Food Trucks – Shopping and Dining Specials – Community Booths – Kids Zone – and more!

Get ready for a day on the town, as Cookeville and Tennessee Tech come together for a unique and exciting event. Discover your favorite restaurants and shops, win fun prizes, learn more about ways to get involved in your community, and listen to live music in beautiful downtown Cookeville. This event is open to the public.

 

 

 

Event Info

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Event Map

WestSide Block Party

11:00am - 6:00pm
Cedar Ave and West Broad St.

Carnival Games, Ferris Wheel, Zip Line, Community Booths, Food Trucks, Shop & Dine, Kids Zone, Restrooms

Concert at Dogwood

6:00pm - 10:00pm
Dogwood Performance Pavilion

Live Music, Food Trucks, Mobile Ace Throwing, Games

David Unlayao, 6:00pm & DJ DIF4ENT, 7:30pm
Featuring
American Authors, 8:30pm

Make the Most of College Town Kickoff

  • Tech students, bring your Eagle Card to take advantage of shopping and dining specials.

  • Want to ride the rides? Stop by the Welcome Tents early to complete the Assumption of Risk and receive an event wristband. The wristband is required to ride the Ferris Wheel and Zip Line, or to participate in the Face 2 Face Race and Mobile Axe throwing. Parents/guardians must complete the form for those under 18 years of age.

  • Be at the intersection of Broad St and Cedar Ave at 11:30am or the concert at 6:30pm for a chance to take home a free event shirt (while supplies last).

  • Wear a hat, use sunscreen, and take advantage of free water at the event to stay safe and comfortable.

  • Check out the Spirit Squad at 11:30am during the West Side Block Party, and the Golden Eagle Marching Band at 7:00pm during the Concert.

 

Frequently Asked Questions


Community Involvement

Want to get involved? Submit the form below or contact Ben Stubbs at collegetownkickoff@tntech.edu to express your interest in one or more of these amazing opportunities:

College Town Kickoff Community Involvement Form

Ice cream girlies
Cheer squad at the park
Neon hats at night
Cream City Ice cream
Downtown Girlies
Cheers