FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 26, 2026 88th West Tennessee Strawberry Festival Draws Huge Crowds HUMBOLDT, TN – As it does each year, the 2026 West Tennessee Strawberry Festival drew huge crowds to Humboldt, generating over 100,000 total visits* during its weeklong celebration. The event also brought major activity to downtown Humboldt and reinforced the festival’s […]
Report Shows Tourism Remains a Key Economic Driver Gibson County, Tenn. – Visitors to Gibson County generated $26,850,226 in spending in 2024, representing a 10.47% increase from 2023, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. BY THE NUMBERS*: Direct visitor spending in Gibson County generated $1,338,882 in […]
Visitor spending in Gibson County rose to $26.9 million in 2024, a 10.5% increase from 2023, improving its rank to 51st out of 95 counties in Tennessee Northwest Tennessee – According to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, tourism continues to prove its strength in Northwest Tennessee. Visitors […]
Whether you’re a local looking for a weekend adventure or a visitor exploring West Tennessee, Humboldt is full of charm, history, and hidden gems. From award-winning wine to historic landmarks, family-friendly fun, and unforgettable festivals, here are the top 10 things to do in Humboldt that showcase the best of our community. Sip and Savor […]
HUNTINGDON, TN – The Northwest Tennessee Tourism Association (NWTN Tourism) is excited to announce the launch of its Inaugural Cornerstone Tourism Awards, an event dedicated to celebrating excellence in tourism across Northwest Tennessee. The awards will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon, […]
Statewide Report Shows Tourism in Tennessee is Breaking Records Gibson County, Tenn. – Visitors to Gibson County generated $24,305,600 in spending in 2023, a 3.84% increase from 2022, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. BY THE NUMBERS: • Direct visitor spending in Gibson County generated $1,223,400 […]
Whew! Can you feel it? The unofficial start of summer is here. Summer is a season of change for many small businesses. School’s out, vacations are in, and customer behavior shifts as people embrace the warmer weather and longer days. For some businesses, it’s a time of enormous revenue; for others, it can herald a […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Trenton, TN, April 24, 2024 – The Tennessee Department of Tourism awarded Gibson County a tourism grant totaling $124,139.26. The Gibson County Tourism Committee has awarded the contract to Adelsberger Marketing to create the campaign. “We are thankful for the partnership from the Department of Tourism and the Governor’s office in helping […]
Trenton, Tenn. – The Gibson County Bicentennial Celebration will take place on Saturday, October 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Trenton Courthouse Square. This free event will feature live music, food trucks, historical reenactors, children’s activities, inflatable jumpers and more. Established in 1823, Gibson County has played a significant role in shaping […]
Join treasure hunters, antique collectors and flea market lovers
between Memphis and Nashville along Highway 70 for the 16th Annual Highway 70 Yard Sale.
