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Townsend Grains & Grits Festival

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Townsend Grains & Grits Festival

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The Townsend Grains and Grits Festival is a festival of southern spirits and gourmet grub. We have created a unique opportunity for you to experience our thriving crafts spirit and gourmet food community, while discovering some of the region's legendary distillers and blenders, taking place in The Peaceful Side of the Smokies.

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Townsend Grains & Grits Festival

7906 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
Townsend, TN 37882

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