Brights Zoo opening, Masquerade Ball fundraiser, Vintage Market and more | Weekend Events in the Tri-Cities

Emily Hibbitts
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TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — A Masquerade Ball fundraiser in Greeneville, a Vintage Market in Bristol, Tennessee, Brights Zoo opening for the season, and more are just some of the events happening this weekend throughout the Tri-Cities.

Below are events happening throughout the area from Friday, March 1, to Sunday, March 3.

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Believe in Bristol Downtown Dunks

Hosted by Believe in Bristol, downtown Bristol, Tennesse/Virginia businesses will offer patrons the chance to play basketball in different areas along State Street.

Missy Moo’s Yogurt & Treats Grand Opening

Special deals on frozen yogurt and treats throughout the day.

  • Friday, noon – 8 p.m.

  • 3101 West Market Street, Johnson City

Andrew and Abby’s Closet Children’s Consignment Sale

Over 60,000 items for newborns through teens will be for sale.

  • Friday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

  • Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray

  • More information

Westminster Presbyterian 2024 Missions Conference

Mark Bates, senior director for U.S. operations with Mission to the World (MTW), will be a keynote speaker during the church’s annual Missions Conference.

Brights Zoo Opens for the Season

  • Opens Saturday at 10 a.m.

  • 3424 Highway 11 East, Limestone, Tennessee

  • More information

ALPS Great Gatsby Masquerade Ball Fundraiser

The Adult Day Services (ALPS) in Greeneville will host a Great Gatsby Masquerade Ball themed fundraiser.

  • Saturday, 7 – 10:30 p.m.

  • The Capitol Theatre, 104 South Main Street, Greeneville

  • More information

Bristol Avoca Library event honoring Read Across America Week

Event to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday and Read Across America Week. Attendees can participate in games, crafts, storytime and other activities. Cakes, snacks and drinks will be available.

  • Saturday, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

  • 1550 Volunteer Pkwy, Bristol, Tennessee

  • More information

Seuss on the Loose Event in Elizabethton

Hosted by the Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department, Main Street Elizabethton and the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library will celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

  • Guest book readers, characters, crafts, decorations, themed treats

  • Saturday noon – 3 p.m.

  • Covered Bridge Park, Elizabethton

Unicoi County Library Benefit Event

All money from the fundraiser will go to the library to replace the 2,748 children’s books lost in a sprinkler accident in January.

  • Saturday starting 2 p.m.

  • Clinchfield Senior Services Center, Erwin

Believe in Bristol Adult Prom

Sixth annual Dancing Downtown: Adult Prom with the theme “Cowboy Up.”

  • Prom photos, finger foods, DJ, bar, dance floor

  • Saturday, 7 – 11 p.m.

  • The Foundation Event Facility, 620 State Street, Bristol, Tennessee

  • More information

Bristol’s Vintage Market

20+ vendors, hand-picked goods, vintage clothing and more.

  • Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

  • 1704 Shelby Street, Bristol, Tennessee

  • More information

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