| Alive After Five 39 weeks per year Music series to help Knoxvillians "come alive after five" in the Friday evenings. At Knoxville Museum of Art 865-525-6101 Auto Show April See the best that Knoxville and local car dealers have to offer. Produced by Knoxville News Sentinel. At Knoxville Convention Center 865-342-6863 Bark in the Park April Fund-raiser for the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, featuring thousands of dogs and their two-legged companions. Location To Be Announced 865-573-7627 Bearden Village Festival of Art April Street fair featuring music, songwriters and storytellers, food and beverages, crafts and art activities and children's events At Homberg Drive/Bearden Village 865-637-4561 Boomsday September Food, beverages, entertainment and one of the largest fireworks show in the Southeastern United States. At Volunteer Landing 865-215-4248 Brewer's Jam October Annual regional Craft Beer & Music Festival. Unlimited craft beer samples from regional brewers. Great entertainment and fantastic local food. At World's Fair Park Performance Lawn 865-522-1604 Cherokee Heritage Days August The Cherokee demonstrate tomahawk throwing, blow gun weaponry and the chores associated with everyday life. Experience friendship dancing, storytelling, crafts, face painting and open hearth cooking. At James White Fort 865-525-6514 Christmas in the City November through December Two-month celebration featuring the annual Riverlights Festival's Boat Parade, Fantasy of Trees, performance of The Nutcracker by the Appalachian Ballet and the Santa Claus Parade Throughout Knoxville 865-215-4248 Country Market Days September Kick off fall at Ramsey House Plantation as you explore over 50 craft dealers, view historic craft demonstrations, and listen to local music - a full weekend of crafts, food, music, and fun! At Ramsey House Plantation 865-546-0745 Davy Crockett's Birthday Party August Each year on the second Saturday of August, the East Tennessee Historical Society hosts a birthday party fit for a "King of the Wild Frontier"-- and your family is invited! The party promises something for family members of all ages with hands-on crafts and games, storytelling, and, of course, birthday cake. At East Tennessee Historical Society 865-215-8824 Dogwood Arts Festival April Annual celebration features dogwood trail, open gardens, arts and crafts shows, food, music and family fun. Throughout Knoxville 865-637-4561 Dogwood Arts Parade April Annual parade along Church Avenue, Gay Street and Depot Avenue. At Downtown Knoxville 865-637-4561 Dogwood Village House and Garden Show February See the finest in the house and garden trade. Part of the Dogwood Arts Festival. At Knoxville Convention Center Earthfest April Sponsored by the city of Knoxville's Solid Waste Office, event features live entertainment, arts and crafts, environmental exhibits and food At World's Fair Park 865-215-2872 Fantasy of Trees November A wonderland of holiday decorations and lights along with event-long entertainment, children's activities and shops. At Knoxville Convention Center 865- 541-8000 Feast with the Beasts August Enjoy the tastiest offerings from area restaurants while in the company of exotic animals. At Knoxville Zoo 865-637-5331 Festival on the Fourth July 4 An American celebration, complete with food, refreshments, a performance by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, games and, of course, fireworks. At World's Fair Park 865-215-4248 Foothills Craft Guild Fall Show November See over 135 booths of traditional & contemporary crafts by Tennessee's finest artisans at the Foothills Craft Guild Annual Fall Show. At Chilhowee Park 865-470-0669 Foothills Fall Festival October The #1 family event in East Tennessee. Enjoy music from local and famous entertainers, works from over 75 artists and crafters and the kids can explore Children's Adventure Land. At Maryville, Tennessee Fall_Festival@ci.maryville.tn.us Greek Fest September Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, live Greek music and folk dancing and shop for imported Greek items. At St. George Greek Orthodox Church 865- 522-5043 Halloween October Knoxville has several spooky events in October. Boo! at the Zoo with the Knoxville Zoo, Ghosts & Ghouls Walking Tours with Blount Mansion, Hearth Scares Walking Tours with James White Fort, and KPD's Safety City Halloween event provides alternatives for Halloween fun. |
Head of the Tennessee Regatta October Nearly 2,000 rowers from at least 15 states converge on Fort Loudoun Lake to compete in one of the oldest rowing events of its kind in the United States. At Sequoyah Park 865-633-9214 Hola Festival September The Hola Festival, organized by Hola Hora Latina, celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by dedicating a full day to showcasing Hispanic culture, traditions and heritage while providing a hands-on educational experience. At Several Locations in Knoxville 865-588-1923 ext. 251 Honda Hoot Rally June More than 20,000 motorcycle enthusiasts zoom in for five days of events. At Chilhowee Park 800-727-8045 Kuumba Festival June Names for the Swahili word that means "creativity," event showcases visual arts, folk arts, dance, theater, music, storytelling, games and food. At Chilhowee Park 865-215-1450 Martin Luther King Jr. Day January Celebration includes a parade, memorial service, a Black Inventors Exhibit and a tribute featuring the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Choir by the Knoxville Symphony and Chamber Orchestra. Throughout Knoxville Nativity Pageant of Knoxville December A professionally directed pantomime drama, combines a cast of over 90, moving narration, realistic sets, authentic costumes, and live animals to create a beautiful and powerful presentation of the Christmas story. At Knoxville Civic Coliseum 865-579-5323 Rossini Festival Italian Street Fair |
