This weekend in Clarksville: Mellencougar, Spartans hockey, Bankin’ Festival, Oktoberfest

by Chris Smith

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Looking for fun things to do over the weekend in Clarksville? Here are our top picks, including a John Mellencamp tribute band, the Red River Spartans, a Red River festival, Oktoberfest and a Pokemon Con.

Downtown @ Sundown: Mellencougar

Where: Downtown Commons, 215 Legion St.
When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19
Cost: Free
Details: Mellencougar (John Mellencamp tribute) will be performing. Food trucks will also be present.

Red River Spartans first season kickoff

Where: F&M Bank Arena, 101 Main St.
When: Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20
Cost: $15-20
Details: The Red River Spartans, Clarksville’s new United States Premier Hockey League team, face off against the Cincinnati Cyclones in a two-game series marking their inaugural season. Former Nashville Predators goaltender Tomas Vokoun will meet fans and sign autographs at a pre-game tailgate event on Sept. 20.

Bankin’ Festival

Where: Run-a-Muck Outfitters, 3011 Port Royal Road, Adams
When: Saturday, Sept. 20, noon-9 p.m.
Cost: $10 early purchase on Eventbrite, $15 at the gate; kids 12 and under free.
Details: Music and arts festival to raise money for local women’s and children’s charities, including Judy’s Hope, Young Lives, and Dream Factory. Food trucks, a kid zone, art vendors, a beer garden, college football, and live music.

Oktoberfest at The Fallen Brewery

Where: The Fallen Brewery, 1761 Jardco Drive
When: Saturday, Sept. 20, noon-10 p.m.
Cost: Free admission (special steins and food available for purchase).
Details: Authentic German foods, live music from The Polka Pickin’ Trio, and the return of the seasonal brew. Guests can also snag a limited-edition 2025 Oktoberfest stein, which includes the first fill (while supplies last). Family- and dog-friendly.

PokeKon Fest

Where: Quality Inn Hotel Exit 4
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20
Cost: Tickets $20, kids 11 and younger free (one child per adult)
Details: An all-Pokemon show with exhibits featuring toys, games, candy, magazines and more, plus tournaments, cosplay, panels and guest appearances.

| MORE: For more Clarksville things to do, check out the Fall Fun Guide, Summer Farmers Markets and the Clarksville Events calendar.