Shelbyville: Having a Blast in the Walking Horse Capital of the World
Shelbyville is located in Bedford County and serves as the home of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. This annual event takes place 11 days before Labor Day. The celebration showcases the best breed of horses in the region and nearby areas where over 20 awards are given to the best of the best with more than $650,000 in prizes each year. The event started in 1939 and is still one of the most anticipated events in Shelbyville, TN. Jim Cooper, a Democratic Congressman is from the region and owns the historical River Side Farmhouse, one of the iconic landmarks located in Shelbyville.
Best Time to Visit
March, May and December are the rainiest months in Shelbyville while the sun is at its finest during the months of June through September. When planning to visit the city, book in advance to get better Shelbyville, TN hotel rates and flights.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Home to the famous Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, the Calsonic Arena is one of the top places to be for events, celebrations and competitions in the region. Shelbyville is also home to the Jack Daniel's Distillery, the oldest registered distillery in the United States and is still the only producer of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey in the world. A favorite historical destination in the region is the Fayetteville Lincoln County Museum, home of the artifacts and historical memorabilia of the city. Budget accommodations can be enjoyed at the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Shelbyville or the Best Western Celebration Inn & Suites.