Community Events

Recurring Events

Emotional Sobriety: Each Thursday at 5pm at The Kraken’s Cup. The Kracken’s Cup has partnered with Sober in Knoxville to create a safe and accepting environment for their N Knoxville meetups. Questions? Email [email protected].

Tea Flights: offered Mondays - Thursdays at The Spice and Tea Exchange. Limited to 4 people per group at $8.99/person. Call the store for more information (865) 985-0913.

Looking for a relaxing and creative way to spend your afternoon? Join us at the McClung Museum for an hour of crafting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month! More Info

Do you love books and tea? So do we! Join us for Read It and Steep, a monthly book club where we sip on delightful teas and discuss captivating reads. We meet Every third Wednesday at 11 AM (unless otherwise noted) at The Kraken's Cup (4815 N Broadway). More Info

Outdoor vendor event with live music and food truck happens every 2nd Saturday April-October at Tea & Treasures in South Knoxville. All events coincide with the storefront hours 11am-4pm. Come spend the day shopping, listening to some great music and eating delicious food, all while relaxing under our 100+ year old magnolias Tea & Treasures (4104 W Martin Mill Pike) More Info

Get ready to groove under the stars at Jazz On The Square, happening every Tuesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on the outdoor stage at Market Square Mall in downtown Knoxville. This free weekly concert series runs through May, June, and September, weather permitting, and features some of the region’s top jazz talent.

Mark your calendars and make your Sundays extra sweet! On the third Sunday of each month from 11AM–4PM, the 100 Block of West Jackson Avenue in the Old City transforms into a vibrant, car-free marketplace bursting with creativity, community, and charm. More Info

The Seymour Farmers Market is your go-to destination for locally grown and crafted products. This open-air market runs every Saturday from June 7 through October 11, offering a variety of seasonal favorites and artisan goods.

July

Get ready for a thrilling night at the theatre as Encore Theatrical Company brings the chilling tale of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street to life! Performances run July 11–20 at Jefferson County High School (115 W Dumplin Valley Rd, Dandridge). More Info

The Tennessee Stage Company proudly presents the 35th Shakespeare Festival, Knoxville Shakespeare, featuring two of the Bard’s most beloved plays: Love’s Labour’s Lost and Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. Audiences are invited to enjoy these timeless tales performed by an outstanding local cast under the summer sky. July 17th - August 10th tennesseestage.com.

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind drinking adventure at Kerns Food Hall during the inaugural Kerns Bar Crawl, happening Saturday, July 19 starting at noon! Hosted by Monday Night Brewing and Sazerac, this crawl transforms each of Monday Night’s bars inside Kerns into a uniquely themed drinking destination. More Info

Get ready to celebrate a true East Tennessee tradition! The Karns Community Fair, the longest-running fair in Tennessee, is back for its 72nd year of family fun, entertainment, and community spirit. July 19 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Karns High School (2710 Byington Solway Rd) | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM FREE Admission More Info

Ijams Nature Center invites nature enthusiasts to delve into the fascinating world of pollinators at the "Butterflies, Bees, and Beetles" program on Saturday, July 19th, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This family-friendly event offers an opportunity to learn about the vital roles these insects play in our ecosystems. Ijams Nature Center website.

Break out your bell bottoms and tie-dye, and get ready to groove! Join us for a one-day-only Hippie Day celebration at Sunflower Fest, where it's all about Flower Power, Peace, and Love in full bloom! July 19 | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Nightfall Acres – 13100 W Lee Hwy, Philadelphia More Info

Calling all plant lovers—PlantFest is back, and it’s taking over Marble City Market’s bar and patio for a vibrant afternoon full of greenery, creativity, and fun! July 19 | 12–6 PM | 📍Marble City Market More Info

Get ready to groove—The Sunday Get Down is turning TWO!
Join the celebration on Saturday, July 20, at Maple Hall for a night full of dancing, soulful music, and community vibes as this much-loved event marks its 2nd anniversary. More Info

Get ready for an arctic adventure as the award-winning children’s theater company, Broadway Center for the Arts, brings Disney’s Frozen JR. to the Clayton Center for the Arts this July! July 25th - July 27th Tickets here

Boom Bash is back—and bigger than ever! Join Grace Baptist Church for a fun-filled evening the whole family will love. From food to fireworks, this is the summer celebration you won't want to miss! Date: July 26th, festivities begin at 5:00 PM at Grace Baptist Church, 7171 Oak Ridge Hwy
Admission: FREE and open to the public For more info, email: [email protected].

Calling all cheese lovers, curious cooks, and DIY foodies! Get ready to roll up your sleeves, dive into some dairy, and discover the magic behind one of the world’s most beloved cheeses. The Art and Science of Making Homemade Mozzarella Cheese workshop is happening on July 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Maryville College Downtown Center (118 E Church Ave, Maryville)—and it’s going to be grate. More Info

August

Get ready to raise a glass and toast the end of summer! Sip of Summerfest is back and better than ever, returning to the beautiful Kincaid House in Clinton on August 1st from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. More Info

Soak up the sun, breathe in the fresh air, and take your yoga practice to the next level—literally—on the water! Paddleboard Yoga is back at Melton Lake Park this August with two sessions scheduled for Friday, August 9 and Friday, August 23, both starting at 11:30 AM. More Info

Get ready to look to the skies! The 7th Annual Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival is lifting off once again in Townsend on August 16th (3:00 PM – 9:00 PM), offering a magical evening of floating colors, local flavors, and family-friendly fun. More Info

Get ready for a day filled with fun, culture, and community at GermanFest, Knoxville’s beloved celebration of all things German! Mark your calendar for August 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church & School, 1207 N. Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917. More Info

Knoxville’s beloved Asian Festival returns for its 12th year, transforming World’s Fair Park into a vibrant showcase of Asian and Pacific Islander cultures on August 24th, 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM at World’s Fair Park. Hosted by the Asian Culture Center of Tennessee, this family-friendly event draws thousands of attendees annually and has been honored as the “Best Arts and Culture Event in the South” and “The BEST Festival 2024” by the Tennessee Hospitality and Tourism Association. More Info