ELIZABETHTON â After many of the normal activities sponsored and promoted by the Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department were canceled or scaled back in 2020, the department is planning on its biggest year in 2021. For the first time in its history, the department will be directing the cityâs biggest festival, Covered Bridge Days. The department took over direction of the festival from the Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce last year, but the festival was canceled because of Covid-19. In its December newsletter, the department staff said âWe are excited about this opportunity we have to showcase our beautiful city while providing new activities and entertainment for this longstanding tradition. Covered Bridge Days will take place from June 7-12. Currently, our staff is seeking advertising sponsors for this event.â