Events

Come home to Lincoln Memorial University for a weekend full of tradition, celebration, and Rail Splitter pride! LMU Homecoming is the perfect time to reconnect with classmates, faculty, and friends while soaking in the energy and spirit that make LMU so special. Enjoy a full weekend of homecoming events, campus activities, alumni gatherings, and athletics, all set against the beautiful fall backdrop of Harrogate. As part of LMU Homecoming, join us Saturday evening for Gather in the Gap, a community celebration in the heart of Cumberland Gap! Enjoy an evening filled with music, local flavor, and small-town Appalachian charm as alumni, students, and friends come together to celebrate LMU spirit. Bring your family, meet up with old friends, and make new memories, Homecoming weekend isn’t complete without a night in the Gap!

Roll into the mountains for Streamin’ the Gap, a unique Airstream camping gathering set in the beautiful scenery of Cumberland Gap, Tennessee! From October 15–18, 2026, Airstream travelers and outdoor enthusiasts will come together for a long weekend of adventure, connection, and Appalachian charm. Enjoy scenic drives, local exploration, campfire fellowship, and time to relax with fellow campers in one of the most historic and picturesque corners of the tri-state region. With fall colors, crisp mountain air, and small-town hospitality, this is the perfect getaway for anyone who loves the open road. Bring your Airstream, bring your friends, and come make memories in the Gap, because there’s nothing like camping season in Appalachia!

Get ready for a glowing fall tradition at Pumpkin Lights! Join us October 29–31, 2026 for a magical Halloween-season experience filled with carved pumpkins, festive displays, and autumn charm. Bring the whole family to enjoy a fun and family-friendly evening of fall sights, photo-worthy moments, and seasonal excitement as the night lights up with pumpkins and community spirit. Come celebrate the season and make unforgettable memories at Pumpkin Lights!

Make plans to spend your evening in Cumberland Gap, TN for First Friday! Enjoy extended hours at local shops, restaurants, and small businesses while exploring the charm of the Gap after hours. Stroll the streets, grab dinner, treat yourself to something sweet, find unique gifts, and support local makers and merchants. Whether you’re out with friends, on a date night, or just looking for a fun way to kick off the weekend, First Friday is the perfect reason to stay late and soak up the small-town magic.