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On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.
Get Involved. Join the Celebration.
We invite schools, civic clubs, churches, organizations, and community members to plan events and activities that celebrate America’s 250th anniversary right here in Collierville.
Download the Community Event Guide here!
Whether it’s a local performance, historical presentation, themed gathering, or patriotic project, we want to help spread the word and showcase how our community is celebrating together.
We'll share your events on this page, where we will also share Town of Collierville sponsored events as your go-to source for America 250 local celebration details. To let us know about your event, send details to colliervillepio@colliervilletn.gov.
Let’s make 2026 a year to remember, together.
Town of Collierville Special Events
Sounds like Collierville: Celebrating 250 Years Through Song
- Date: 04/23/2026 (all day)
- Location: Town Square Park
96 Center Street
Collierville, Tennessee 38017 - Introduction: Join us for a community celebration of Americana and bluegrass music, delicious food, and community.
Sounds Like Collierville is a free, family-friendly bluegrass and Americana music festival that debuted in 2025, welcoming more than 6,000 attendees to the historic Town Square. In 2026, the festival returns with a special 250th anniversary theme, exploring the powerful role music has played in shaping the American story.
Festival Highlights
Thursday, April 23
Kick off the celebration at the historic Sanctuary on the Square with a program that blends live performances and storytelling to explore American popular music and the inventions—like the phonograph and radio—that transformed how it’s shared.
Friday, April 24
Celebrate the 27th annual Collierville Square Bluegrass & Old Time Music Jam. The community jam begins at 5 p.m., followed by a gazebo concert featuring The Tennessee Tradition.
Saturday, April 25
Enjoy a full day of music with seven performances by local and regional bluegrass and Americana artists. Free interactive workshops—including guitar, banjo, fiddle, resonator guitar, and songwriting—take place throughout Town Square, welcoming beginners and seasoned musicians alike.
Over three days, the event transforms Collierville’s historic Town Square into a gathering place where residents and visitors can celebrate America’s 250th anniversary through music and community traditions.
Event Features:
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Free admission for all ages
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Live bluegrass and Americana performances Interactive music workshops
- Dining from Town Square restaurants and food trucks
Mark your calendar for April 23–25, 2026. Lineup announcements coming soon!
This is a rain or shine event.
This project is supported in part by the Tennessee Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial.
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