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October 28-29
Del Rio Days
28th: 10am-7pm; 29th: 11am-6pm
Del Rio Elementary School
Contact: Phylis Seay (423) 487-5863
October 31
Halloween Trick-or-Treat
Newport City Park, dusk-11:00pm
November 25
Newport/Cocke County Christmas Parade
Sponsored by the N/CC Chamber of Commerce
Downtown Newport, Time: TBA
December 2-3
Festival of Trees
Newport Arts and Crafts Guild
Cocke County Memorial Building, 6pm-11:00pm
Contact: Thelma Ogle (423) 623-4951
See complete 2000 Calendar of Events
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The rich mountain heritage and neighborly charm  of Cocke County keeps visitors returning year after year. Plan to spend some relaxing time antiquing through the various old country stores of the renowned Arts and Crafts Community of Cosby. Be sure to visit Parrottsville - the third oldest town in Tennessee, where buildings and landmarks still remain from the first settlements to the area. While in Del Rio, take in a chapter of Smoky Mountain history at the fabled Christy Mission. Travel at your own pace while seeking out landmarks of days gone by on the self-guided Heritage Auto Tour. Rest assured, however you choose to spend your time in Cocke County, you will not be disappointed.
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Opportunities are unlimited for people of all ages to have an adventure worth remembering on Cocke County's unspoiled landscape. You can explore the mountains by foot, horseback, llama, mountain bike, or even from your car. Navigate the many lakes and rivers by canoe, kayak, or raft, or even by fishing pole. Whichever way you choose, you will experience the same awesome beauty and bountiful gifts this frontier offered its first adventurers centuries ago.
Whether outdoor excitement or rich Appalachian history is what you are looking for, Cocke County's mountain home will make you want to stay  forever. This year, mark your calendar for Cocke County and avoid the overcrowded towns that spoil the genuine beauty of the Smokies. In Cocke County, you will realize the multitude of options for natural Smoky Mountain relaxation, excitement, romance, entertainment, education, adventure and more.
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