This Soybean-Themed Festival In Western Tennessee Has Been Going Strong Since 1994
By Chris Dodge|Published August 07, 2023
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My name is Chris Dodge and I live right here in the great state of Tennessee. My family and I are full adventurers filled with passion to see the amazing things our state has to offer. We are avid hikers and have explored many different places in Tennessee and beyond but we are always thankful to be living in such a glorious state.
Let’s think for a moment about the soybean. It might not be something you stop and pay much attention to on any given day, but to one small West Tennessee town, this humble legume is cause for celebration. You can do a lot with a soybean — so much so that it’s often touted as the magic bean. In Martin, Tennessee, they have a rich history of farming this lovely little legume — and for that reason, they have made it the focal point of a massive, multi-day event. Mark your calendars for the Tennessee Soybean Festival, one of the best festivals of the year.
The magical bean of Martin, Tennessee, has long been the glue that brings people together.
The festival has changed quite a bit over the years and has grown significantly to be one of the best festivals in Tennessee. The festival started in 1994 as a way for the community to gather together and honor one of Tennessee’s biggest cash crops. In the beginning, the festival featured classic activities such as a tractor rodeo.
As time went on, more and more events were added and each year, the festival got bigger and better. Having a parade, live music, and lots of good BBQ became staples that brought people together for this annual event.
In years past they have had dog jumping competitions, sports events, a 5K race, a fair, and more. This family-friendly festival is a multi-day celebration that, despite growing so much, keeps the soybean as its focal point.
The Soybean Festival is a highly anticipated part of the year for many West Tennesseans and people from all over the world have come to be a part of the celebration. It just keeps getting bigger and better with each year so you never know what kind of crazy new things the event planners might add as this festival evolves.
Come with your family, ride the rides, and nosh on plenty of fair fare! The streets are filled with vendors selling goods and crowds of people with smiles on their faces from all the fun to be had.
The acts have ranged from local mainstay artists to big named bands everyone would recognize. Bands like 38 Special, Bret Michaels, and Tim McGraw have taken place over the years at the Soybean Festival and you never know what band or artist might come out next.
With so many events planned and with a festival that just keeps getting bigger and better you won’t want to miss out on all the fun in Martin this year at the Tennessee Soybean Festival. To learn about dates, times, and all there is to see and do please visit the Soybean Festival website. If you are traveling from far away then check out this house you can rent where you can bring along your family and friends.
Have you ever checked out Union City? It is right near Martin and an awesome little town to visit.
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