By TriCities.com

Published: June 26, 2009

The American Legion Post number 3 of Kingsport ,TN is happy to announce the return of the 4th of July Carnival after a one year absence. This year the carnival will have a new midway, location, and live entertainment line up.
The celebration opens Tuesday June 30 at the Kingsport Town Center (formally Fort Henry Mall) and will run through Sunday July 5th.
Along side the rides, food, and games there will be live entertainment. The midway opens Tuesday June 30 at 5 PM special unlimited ride armbands till close. At 7 PM the stars of Southern States Wrestling will be in action with a great line up. Admission for wrestling is free.
Wednesday night is “Fellowship and Fun Night” midway opens at 5 p.m.. All church groups are invited to come out after church service. Once again there will be special unlimited ride armbands and live gospel singing at 8 p.m.
Thursday Night the midway opens at 5 p.m. and its “Stereo Joe Night” come show off your car stereo.At 7 p.m. its live bluegrass music with Short Hill Ramblers.
Friday is Family Night Out. Bring your the entire family for a great night on the midway.
Saturday will be a full day of family fun and excitement. The 4th of July Parade starts at 10 a.m. on center street. The midway opens at 11 a.m. At 1 p.m. the hotrod and antique car shows opens.There will be a water melon eating contest with prizes at 2 PM on the midway. The stars of Southern States Wrestling return at 5 p.m.  with another great line of action and free admission. The midway will be open until last customer is served.
The midway will be provide for the first time by a local carnival The Nicely Family Midway of Kingsport. The midway will feature something for every one from the Kiddie Coaster to the large Himalaya. This is Nicely’s first season and we hope that everyone will come out and support our locally owned business and the veterans of the American Legion. For more info call 423-817-5346.