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January
Pickwick Sauger Festival - Usually held at the Pickwick Dam. A one day tournament with awards presented to the winners. Entry fees are required for the participants. More information by calling 901-925-2364.
April
Annual Living History Demonstration - Shiloh National Military Park. Civil War reenactors demonstrate military tactics, medical techniques and camp life. Free with Shiloh NMP admission. Held the weekend closest to the anniversary of the battle. For more information 901-689-5696 or 800-552-3866.
Savannah Art Guild Civil War Art Display - Display of Civil War art created by local artists. No admission. For more information 901-925-7529.
May
Bufford Pusser Festival - Annual festival to honor the late Sheriff Bufford Pusser. Arts and crafts, antique car show, 5k run, softball tournament, food and games. Buford Pusser Park in Adamsville, Tennessee. No admission. For more information 901-632-4080.
July
4th of July Fireworks - Annual display of fireworks over Pickwick Landing State Park. No admission, donations accepted. For more information 901-689-3129
National Catfish Derby - A six-week fishing rodeo celebrating the "Catfish Capital of the World." Events include the Catfish Derby Fair, a catfish and hushpuppy cookoff, biggest catfish contest and the World Championship of Catfishing. Tennessee River and several other locations. Entry fee for fishing rodeo, admission charges for some events. For more information 901-925-8094 or 800-552-3866.
Tennessee River Bluegrass Festival - Two evenings of some of the best bluegrass music in the area. Several area bands, plus one special guest. Wayne Jerrolds Riverfront Park. Admission charge. For more information 901-925-5016 or 800-552-3866.
September
Hardin County Fair - Carnival rides, exhibits, special entertainment, arts & crafts, beauty reviews, food and more. Hardin County Fairgrounds. Admission charge. For more information 901-925-6397 or 901-925-3897.
Shiloh River Day - Celebration of Saltillo's river heritage, including a parade, cloggers, entertainment, bands, street dance, arts & crafts, Civil War encampment and contests. Saltillo. Free. For more information 901-687-3697.
Sunset Symphony - Cherry Mansion, Savannah. The Memphis Symphony performs on the lawn of Cherry Mansion at sunset. Free admission, donations accepted. For more information 901-925-5016 or 800-552-3866.
December
Christmas Activities - There are several parades and activities that take place in various communities near Christmas. Contact the Hardin County Tourism board for the latest information. 800-552-3866.
Country Christmas - Annual musical benefit for area children held at the Hardin County High School. Admission charge and donations accepted. For more information 901-925-3296 or 800-552-3366.
Victorian Christmas Celebration - Come see Savannah decorated in all its Christmas splendor as the historic district and downtown area are decorated and lighted for the Christmas season. Take a guided tour of the luminary-lit historic district with Father Christmas. Enjoy carriage rides and historic homes tours. Attend the official tree lighting on Court Square and the Community Chorus performance. For more information 901-925-6410 or 800-552-FUNN.
NAIA National Football Championship - National championship game between the top two National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) teams in the nation. Jim Carrol Stadium, Hardin County High School. Admission charge. For more information 901-925-8181 or visit the web sit at http://www.tourhardincnty.org.
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