Summer has officially arrived, and this is the first weekend of the season—a perfect time to get out and enjoy all that Tipton County has to offer! Whether you’re exploring a market, cooling off with a snow cone, or gathering for evening worship, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
And if you’re looking for classic summertime fun, here are just a few local favorites to keep the family busy all season long:
- 🍧 Sno Cottage in Covington for icy sweet treats
- 💦 Covington Aquatic Center or the Atoka Splash Pad to beat the heat
- 🚂 Atoka Railroad Adventure for a train-themed play day
- 🎬 Summer movies at Atoka Cinema 16 (formerly Cineplanet)
- 🛝 Munford’s updated parks, including a new playground at Valentine Park
Now, here’s what’s happening this weekend:
Friday, June 20
Party with the Pollinators
6–8 p.m. | Tipton County Museum, Covington
Celebrate our region’s essential pollinators with a free evening of education and fun. Hosted at the Tipton County Museum, this event includes hands-on learning about bees, butterflies, and native plants, plus ideas on how to create a more pollinator-friendly environment in your own backyard.
📍751 Bert Johnston Ave., Covington
🔗 Tipton County Museum Facebook
Game Night Round 2 at Crafted Coffee
5:30–9 p.m. | Crafted Coffee, Covington
Back by popular demand! Game Night at Crafted Coffee returns with board games, card games, and caffeine-fueled fun. Come solo or bring a crew — there’s a table waiting either way. Enjoy signature cold brew, tasty treats, and lots of laughs.
📍110 W Liberty Ave., Covington
Saturday, June 21
Covington Farmers Market
8 a.m.– 2 p.m. | Covington Depot District
The Covington Farmers Market is packed with locally grown produce, baked goods, cut flowers, crafts, and more. Come early for the best selection and enjoy shopping in the heart of historic Covington.
📍100 Union, Covington
🔗 facebook.com/courtsquarefarmersmarketTN
Munford Farmers & Artisans Market
8 a.m.–Noon | Veterans Plaza, Munford
More than 20 vendors will gather at Veterans Plaza offering everything from farm-fresh produce and artisan breads to fresh flowers, coffee, and handmade crafts. Participating vendors include Passion Flower Café, McNeill’s Farm Fresh Produce, The Bayberry Marketplace, Ice Cream Tour, Just Jammin’ with Syd & Shannon, and more.
📍1483 Munford Ave., Munford
Sunday, June 22
An Evening of Praise & Worship
5:30 p.m. | Veterans Plaza, Munford
Enjoy a peaceful summer evening of live music and community worship featuring Central Church Tipton, Munford First United Methodist, and River of Life. Food trucks will be onsite including The Fiesta Wagon, Nana’s Shaved Ice, and The Neon Crave.
📍1483 Munford Ave., Munford
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