Whether you’re treating mom, giving back to your community, or just looking for a good time, there is something on this list for everyone. We’ve got a ways to pamper your mom, farm day, a glowing ’80s dance party, a morning of outdoor shopping, a distillery show that’ll have you on your feet, and more.

We can’t wait to hear what you’re planning to do – let’s get into it!

 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝘆!
Farm Day is back Saturday – and it’s free. The Tipton County Farm Bureau’s Women in Ag committee is taking over Turner Angus Farm in Covington from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with wagon rides, live animals, ag demos, FFA activities and food trucks. They drew 700-plus last year and are aiming for 1,000 this time.
 Free to attend
 Brighton High School, Brighton
 More Information: https://www.paperfoldsnews.com/farm-day-2026-brings…/

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴
 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗩𝗜𝗜𝗜 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀
The Area VIII Special Olympics – serving Tipton, Lauderdale, Crockett, and Haywood Counties – has been rescheduled to Friday, May 8 at Brighton High School due to prior weather conditions. Come out and show these incredible competitors some Tipton County love!
 Free to attend
 Brighton High School, Brighton

 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹
The Tipton County Sheriff’s Office will hold its annual Peace Officers Memorial Service on Friday, May 8 at noon at The Rock Church (1861 Hwy 51S, Covington). The service honors local law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Representatives from federal, state, and local agencies will be in attendance, and the public is welcome. The service lasts approximately one hour, followed by lunch at the church. This event is held in conjunction with National Police Week (May 11–17).
 Free
 The Rock Church, 1861 Hwy 51S, Covington

 𝗖𝗖𝗖 𝗔𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯
The Covington Country Club is throwing its first-ever auction, and members are encouraged to bring non-members along for the fun! Doors open at 6 p.m. for an evening of live and silent auctions, raffles, and games. Auction items include beach rentals, Titans tickets, NCAA football tickets, a year of free cart rental, free pool rental, and more. Free keg beer and appetizers are included, and the bar will be open for additional drinks. All proceeds go toward clubhouse upgrades and renovations.
 Varies (drinks and appetizers included)
 Covington Country Club, 1880 South Main Street, Covington
 More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1196344849153131​

 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝟴𝟬𝘀– 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 & 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆
Dust off your leg warmers and tease your hair because Atoka Railroad Adventure is turning back the clock with a black light mini golf course, a dance party, and a movie on the lawn after dark! Dress in your best ’80s outfit and receive a free small froyo. Glow sticks, face paint, and other glowing goodies will be available for purchase. A family package ($69) gets you four rounds of mini golf, a large pizza, and four fountain drinks.
 $15/person; Family Package $69 (4 mini golf, 1 large pizza, 4 drinks)
 Atoka Railroad Adventure, Atoka, TN
 More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/35852582124355193​

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟵
 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘆
The Mason Taskforce, in partnership with Keep Tipton County Beautiful, is calling all neighbors to roll up their sleeves and show some love to the Mason community! Meet at the Mason Fire Department at 8 a.m. and work together to clean up the neighborhood until noon. Supplies will be provided. Contact Michael Harris at (901) 828-7138 or Laloma Harris at (901) 828-7137 with any questions.
 Free
 Mason Fire Department, 12162 Main St., Mason
 More Information: Search “Mason Taskforce Community Cleanup” on Facebook

 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆
The Rhodes House is rolling out the welcome mat for a beautiful outdoor market experience just in time for Mother’s Day! From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., browse farm fresh produce, boutique clothing, gifts, themed cookies and macarons, home décor, and a full food truck arena. Free on-site parking is provided. This one is a lovely way to spend a Saturday morning –and you just might knock out your Mother’s Day shopping while you’re at it.
 Free to attend (vendor pricing varies)
 The Rhodes House, 689 Kelly Corner Rd., Covington
 More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/841356932321240/​

 𝗔 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗺
Give Mom the afternoon off — in the pool! The Covington Aquatic Center is celebrating mothers with a special event where Mom swims FREE. General admission is $7 per person, and children 4 and under get in at no charge. Pack your own picnic lunch or snacks, because limited concessions are available. Rain or shine, the pool is open!
 Mom swims free; $7/person general admission; children 4 & under free
 Covington Aquatic Center, Covington
 More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1573495607538637​

 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗺
Zen Den Self-Care Workshop Vintage Off Main is pulling out all the stops for Mother’s Day weekend with a Zen Den Self-Care Workshop designed to help you slow down, recharge, and reconnect with yourself. Starting at 4 p.m., enjoy a relaxing and uplifting gathering filled with reflection, self-care practices you can carry into everyday life, and the chance to create your own flower bouquet. Space is extremely limited – only 12 spots available – so RSVP is required.
 Call for pricing details
 Vintage Off Main, 115 East Pleasant, Covington
 More Information & RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=122171323592936316&id=61578089503459​

 𝗣𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝗻
Cap off your weekend with a big show! Piano Men: Tribute to Legends takes the stage at 797 Distillery starting at 7 p.m. for a high-energy evening of great music and craft spirits. The food truck for the night will be Llama’s Diner. Grab a drink, find your spot, and enjoy the show.
 Check Facebook event for ticket details
 797 Distillery, 425 E. Pleasant Ave., Building B, Covington
 More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/4172452436233688​

 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸: 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁
The Tipton County community is invited to gather at the Tipton County Museum on Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m. to honor May 2026’s Veteran of the Month, Marcell Frost.

Summer will be here soon – less than two weeks of school left! We’ll have our first summer fun guide launching soon, so be on the lookout for that. 

Thanks to Gaines Lawn Solutions for sponsoring the Tipton To-DoGaines Lawn Solutionsss or organization would like to be seen by thousands of people looking for things to do in Tipton County, send a message and we’ll chat about a sponsorship!

Have a great weekend – and Happy Mother’s Day!