East Tennessee Social Support Events
Use the sections below to explore social support events in your area. Whether you're seeking recovery meetups, mental health workshops, peer-led groups, veteran gatherings, job fairs, or community meals, East Tennessee offers events that promote connection, healing, and well-being.
Tri-Cities
(Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol & Surrounding Areas)
The Warriors Canvas and Veterans Art Center – Community Support Events
Serving veterans, elderly, disabled individuals, and homeless youth
Johnson City Recovery Center – Peer Support & Recovery Events
The American Legion – Johnson City, TN Post Events
Veteran-focused community activities and ceremoniesThe American Legion – Kingsport, TN Post Events
Local veteran support and outreach eventsCalvary Church – Johnson City Community Events
Faith-based recovery and wellness gatheringsMountain Area Narcotics Anonymous – Meetings & Events
12-step support meetings across the Tri-Cities regionYoga Farm – Elizabethton, TN Wellness Events
Mindfulness, recovery yoga, and wellness retreatsThe Goose Chase – Walking Challenge & Wellness Events
Fun, community-based challenges promoting movement and connectionTri-Cities Recovery – Regional Support & Sober Events
Peer-led recovery meetups and substance-free community events
Knoxville Area
(Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Sevierville)
Knoxville Elks Lodge #160 – Community Events
Veteran outreach, fellowship dinners, and local support eventsDAV Knoxville Chapter 24 – Veterans Events
Disabled American Veterans support meetings and advocacy gatheringsVeterans Heritage Site Foundation – Heritage Events
Historical tributes, memorial ceremonies, and veteran recognition eventsProject Healing Waters – Fly Fishing & Wellness Events
Therapeutic fly fishing experiences for veterans in recoveryVeterans Bridge Home – Transition Support Events
Veteran reintegration programs, networking, and community engagementTeam RWB – Fitness & Social Events
Camaraderie-based physical activity events for veterans and supportersKnox Area Rescue Ministries – Recovery & Support Events
Faith-based recovery services, meals, and housing support gatherings
Upper Cumberland (Cookeville, Crossville, Sparta, Livingston)
Tennessee Trails Association – Upper Cumberland Chapter Events
Group hikes, nature walks, and outdoor wellness activitiesPutnam County Family YMCA – Health & Community Events
Fitness classes, family programs, and wellness workshopsLeisure Services – Cookeville Community Events
Parks & recreation activities, seasonal events, and youth programmingCleveland Hiking Club – Group Hikes & Outdoor Events
Organized hikes and nature-based social support opportunitiesCity of Cleveland – Local Community Events
Festivals, city-sponsored gatherings, and wellness eventsSouth Cleveland Community Center – Neighborhood Events
Youth activities, senior programs, and community engagement eventsTerra Trot Group – Outdoor & Hiking Events
Social hiking group promoting wellness, connection, and community
Chattanooga Area
(Chattanooga, Cleveland, Athens, Dayton)
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1697 – Ooltewah, TN Events
Veteran support gatherings, ceremonies, and community outreachThe Crossing Church – Community & Faith-Based Events
Support groups, recovery ministry, and service opportunitiesSilverdale Baptist Church – Small Groups & Wellness Events
Faith-based recovery, parenting, and community support groupsTeam River Runner – Chattanooga Adaptive & Veteran Events
Kayaking and outdoor recreation for veterans and individuals with disabilitiesChattanooga Track Club (CTC) – Fitness & Community Running Events
Races, group runs, and wellness challenges