Best Cars and Coffee Events in Tennessee 2026 | Complete Guide

# Best Cars and Coffee Events in Tennessee 2026

Tennessee runs the full spectrum of car culture - from Nashville's massive first-Saturday meets at the Superspeedway to Knoxville's themed Sunday gatherings that draw 6,000 cars a month, from Memphis soul to Chattanooga's scenic riverfront setting. The Volunteer State has eight Cars and Coffee events spread across the state, giving enthusiasts from the mountains to the Mississippi a local meet to call home.

Here is your complete guide to every Cars and Coffee event in Tennessee for 2026.

Middle Tennessee

1. Nashville Cars & Coffee (Lebanon)

Location: Nashville Superspeedway, 4847-F McCrary Road, Lebanon, TN 37090

When: First Saturday of the Month, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/NashCarsCoffee/)

Nashville's first-Saturday meet at the Superspeedway is the flagship Cars and Coffee event in Middle Tennessee. Free entry, no registration required - just show up with your car or come to spectate. The Superspeedway venue provides virtually unlimited space, which is good because this event draws serious numbers. Vendor areas and food service round out the experience. Car clubs are encouraged to attend but should confirm via email or social media. If you only make it to one Tennessee meet, this is the one.

2. Cars & Coffee - Columbia

Location: Columbia Motor Alley, East 7th and Woodland Street, Columbia, TN

When: Third Saturday, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (April - October)

Website: [visitcolumbiatn.com](https://www.visitcolumbiatn.com/event/columbia-cars-and-coffee/480/)

Columbia's monthly third-Saturday meet runs through the warm season at the historic Motor Alley district. The downtown location gives the event a small-town charm that pairs well with the mix of daily drivers, classics, and project cars that show up. Columbia is about 45 minutes south of Nashville, making it an easy day trip if you want a change of pace from the Superspeedway crowd.

3. Cookeville Cars & Coffee

Location: The Shoppes at Eagle Point, 1185 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville, TN

When: Fourth Saturday, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Monthly)

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CookevilleCarsandCoffee/)

Cookeville's fourth-Saturday meet serves the Upper Cumberland region between Nashville and Knoxville. The Shoppes at Eagle Point provides a clean venue with nearby coffee and food options. The two-hour window keeps things focused, and the monthly cadence ensures each gathering draws a fresh crowd. If you are driving I-40 between Nashville and Knoxville on a fourth Saturday morning, this is worth the exit.

East Tennessee

4. Knoxville Cars & Coffee

Location: West Town Mall (Harper Auto Square), 7600 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919

When: Periodic Sundays, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/KnoxvilleCarsandCoffee/)

Knoxville's meet - branded as "Harper Auto Square's Cars & Coffee" - is the largest in the region, drawing over 6,000 cars monthly at its peak. The periodic Sunday format means you need to check their social media for specific dates, but when it runs, it runs big. Themed displays (Formula 1 cars, muscle car showcases), free dash plaques, and live broadcasts make this feel more like a proper car festival than a casual morning meet. The West Town Mall lot handles the volume well.

5. Chattanooga Cars & Coffee

Location: 900 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga, TN

When: Third Sunday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Monthly, Seasonal)

Website: [chattanoogacarsandcoffee.com](https://chattanoogacarsandcoffee.com/)

Chattanooga's monthly third-Sunday meet at the Riverfront Parkway is one of the most scenic settings for a Cars and Coffee in the Southeast. The four-hour window is generous, and the seasonal schedule includes themed months - BMW month, American Muscle celebration, and more. The event moved from its original Hamilton Place Mall location to the riverfront, which was a significant upgrade. The Scenic City lives up to its name here.

Northeast Tennessee (Tri-Cities)

6. Tri-Cities TN/VA Cars & Coffee (Bristol)

Location: The Pinnacle Shopping Center (near Belk), 300 Pinnacle Pkwy, Bristol, TN

When: Second Saturday, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Monthly)

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TriCitiesCarsandCoffee/)

The Tri-Cities meet at The Pinnacle in Bristol serves the broader Bristol/Johnson City/Kingsport area - and draws from the Virginia side of the state line too. The second-Saturday monthly format keeps it from competing with Nashville's first-Saturday events, which is convenient if you want to hit both in the same month. Check with the Facebook group for any location or time changes before heading out.

7. Johnson City Cars & Coffee

Location: 2620 S Roan St, Johnson City, TN

When: Monthly Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JohnsonCityCarsandCoffee/)

Johnson City's monthly Saturday meet complements the Bristol event for Tri-Cities enthusiasts who want options. The S Roan Street location is central and easy to find. The format is standard Cars and Coffee - show up, park, chat, drink coffee, admire cars. The northeast Tennessee car community is tight-knit, and both Tri-Cities events benefit from that camaraderie.

West Tennessee

8. Memphis Cars & Coffee

Location: 7415 Stage Rd, Memphis, TN

When: Monthly (Specific Saturdays), 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (varies)

Website: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CarsandCoffeeMemphis/)

Memphis holds down West Tennessee with monthly Saturday meets at the Stage Road location (the event moved from its original Collierville venue). The schedule varies - some months run the standard 9 - 11 AM window while special events expand to 8 AM - 12 PM. Check the Facebook page for specific 2026 dates. Memphis brings its own flavor to the car scene, with Southern builds and muscle cars well-represented alongside the usual import and European mix.

Planning Your Tennessee Car Meet Weekend

Tennessee's geography makes multi-event weekends very doable:

- **Nashville + Columbia:** First Saturday at the Superspeedway, then Columbia on the third Saturday - same month, different vibes

- **East Tennessee loop:** Knoxville Sunday + Chattanooga third Sunday (check dates for overlap)

- **Tri-Cities double:** Bristol second Saturday + Johnson City on another Saturday in the same month

- **Cross-state road trip:** Memphis Saturday → Nashville first Saturday → Knoxville Sunday (three cities, one long weekend)

Tips for Tennessee Events

- **Nashville Superspeedway fills up.** Arrive early on first Saturdays - the lot is huge but so is the crowd.

- **Knoxville dates vary.** Do not assume every Sunday. Check their Facebook page each month for confirmed dates.

- **Chattanooga moved venues.** If your GPS sends you to Hamilton Place Mall, update your destination to 900 Riverfront Parkway.

- **Summer heat is real.** Tennessee summers hit hard. Bring water, wear sunscreen, and appreciate the shade when you find it. Early arrival beats the worst of the afternoon sun.

- **Bristol straddles two states.** The Pinnacle is on the Tennessee side, but Virginia plates are very welcome.

Find Every Tennessee Event

Browse all Tennessee Cars and Coffee events on the [Cars and Coffee Directory](https://www.carsandcoffeedirectory.com) to get locations, schedules, and links for every meet in the state.