About best of clarksville

Thirty years of tradition. One unforgettable night. Best of Clarksville brings residents together each year to celebrate local businesses & give back to local non profits that share our city!
Join us and be a part of a local event where every sponsorship & every ticket sold makes a local impact – with 100% of the proceeds staying right here in Clarksville! 

How it works

01

JULY 1 – JULY 31

Nominate

Nominate your favorite local businesses to get them in the running.

02

MID AUGUST

Finalists

The top five nominees are chosen as finalists in each category to participate in the event in October.

03

OCTOBER 1

Show time

Nominees set up booths at the event to showcase their businesses, and earn votes from live attendees to compete for “Best of Clarksville”

04

OCTOBER 1

Explore & Vote

Explore, experience, and vote for your favorites live.

Frequently Asked questions

What is the Best of Clarkville?

The Best of Clarksville is a non-profit fundraiser at Governor’s Square Mall that takes place the first Thursday in October each year! It highlights area businesses through online nominations & on site voting.  Winners are announced on site. 

Governor’s Square Mall – Clarksville, TN
Thursday, October 1, 2026
5pm – 8pm​

2026 will be the 30th annual event.

Proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations including Clarksville Rotary Club, Downtown Kiwanis, Biker’s Who Care & others.

There are many ways to can support the Best of Clarksville event and the multiple charities that benefit from the annual fundraiser.

Go to the Contact Us page on here and fill out this form!

Apply to Benefit 1

See if your nonprofit is eligible to benefit from our fundraising!

Apply to Benefit (1) 1

See if your nonprofit is eligible to benefit from our fundraising!

Apply to Benefit (3) 1

See if your nonprofit is eligible to benefit from our fundraising!

Apply to Benefit (2) 1

See if your nonprofit is eligible to benefit from our fundraising!