Events

There is always something exciting going on in Downtown Paris! We invite you to come experience all the fun events going on throughout the year. Whether it is Spring Open House or visiting Santa to tell him what you would like for Christmas, the year is full of opportunities to get out and experience all Downtown Paris has to offer!



Spring Open House


March 6th-7th, 2026


Come shop all the new spring arrivals while enjoying food trucks and registering for giveaways!


River Jam


June 4th-6th , 2026


Downtown Paris comes alive with music during the annual Tennessee River Jam. Enjoy music from Hoosier Daddy, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Jamey Johnson.


Arts on the Square


September 2026


Paris-Henry County Arts Council presents its annual Arts Round the Square. Over a hundred vendors from all over the country gather on the Henry County Courthouse lawn to display their talents in handmade items.


Scarecrows on the Square


October 1st-30th, 2026


The Henry County Courthouse lawn becomes home to 20+ scarecrows created by local businesses and organizations. Come down and check out the creativity and snap a selfie with a spooky or cooky scarecrow! 


Blues, Brews, & BBQ


October 3rd, 2026


Good music, food, drinks, and fun are on the menu for the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Downtown Paris Association.


Christmas Open House


November 6th-8th, 2026


The kickoff to the Christmas season begins as merchants fill their stores with all things holiday-related! Extended shopping hours give shoppers extra time to find just the right gift!


Festival of Trees


November 23th - December 12th, 2026


What a scene it is to experience 30+ unique, beautiful Christmas trees in one place. Trees are judged in multiple categories, and contestants put in a tremendous amount of time, hoping to claim the top prize, Best in Show!


Advent Walk


December 2nd, 2026, 6pm


Begins at First United Methodist Church and ends at First Presbyterian Church.


Holly Jolly Electric Christmas Parade


December 7th, 2026


Light up your car, golf cart, float, or boat and be a part of the Holly Jolly Electric Christmas Parade!


Santa's House


Weekends in December


More info coming soon!