In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Sunny with a High of 92

🗓️ Neon Glow Party Extravaganza

📰 Prepare for Battle at Schulz Bräu Brewing Company!

📣 Business Spotlight: LED Lighting Concepts

🗓️ Jack & Jules is Back – July 24–26 at the Knoxville Expo Center!

📰 44th Annual Bluegrass Festival!

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

  Neon Glow Party Extravaganza – Light Up the Night at Ball Camp Park!

Get ready to shake off the back-to-school blues and light up the night—because the Neon Glow Party is coming to Ball Camp Park on August 22 from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, and it’s going to be legendary!

This FREE, all-out, glow-in-the-dark celebration is the perfect way to kick off the school year with unforgettable fun, vibrant colors, and dance moves that’ll have the stars jealous.

 What’s Happening:
-Neon & glow-in-the-dark games and activities
-Massive foam pits (like bubble baths, but louder and cooler)
-Splatter paint + body paint stations to unleash your neon inner artist
-Silent disco party – dance like nobody’s listening (literally)
-On-site vendors with snacks, treats, and glowing goodies

Admission: Totally FREE! (Because fun shouldn’t come with a price tag.)

What to Bring:

• Your most outrageous neon outfit (if NASA can’t see you, try again)

• All the party vibes you can pack

• Friends who aren’t afraid to dance, paint, or glow

What’s Not Allowed:

• Boring dance moves

• Dim glow sticks

• Party poopers

So mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to glow big or glow home. We’ll see you under the lights—this is one back-to-school bash you won’t want to miss! More Info

Prepare for Battle at Schulz Bräu Brewing Company!

Get ready for a night of adrenaline, steel, and suds as Dauntless Armored Combat returns to Schulz Bräu Brewing Company for another epic showdown on August 9th.

This rain-or-shine event kicks off at 8:00 PM with the first round of full-contact, medieval-style combat. Watch as skilled fighters clash in intense 1v1 battles, showcasing brute strength, grit, and fearless strategy—live and unchoreographed.

As the night progresses, the stakes rise with each round, leading up to the crowd-favorite finale: the Last-Knight-Standing Battle Royale. One will stand. The rest… will fall.

No tickets. No cover. Just beer and battle. 

So grab your friends, a cold pint, and a front-row seat to the most thrilling brawl in Knoxville. Whether you're a fan of medieval mayhem or just looking for a wildly unique night out, Schulz Brawl delivers every time.

Let the armor clash and the beer flow—this is one fight night you won't want to miss! More Info

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

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
  July 25, 27, 31; August 2, 8, 10
  7:30 PM nightly; 2:00 PM indoor matinee on July 27

• Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
  July 24, 26; August 1, 3, 7, 9
  7:30 PM nightly; 2:00 PM indoor matinee on August 3

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

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Seven Islands State Birding Park as we shine a light on one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures—bats! This family-friendly program is perfect for curious minds ages 6 and up and will explore the fascinating biology, habits, and critical role bats play in Tennessee’s ecosystems. July 31st Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Meet at the Bluebird Barn Cost: $10.00 per adult | FREE for kids under 5 Pre-registration is required More Info

Join us for a fun and flavorful morning at your local Rural King Farmers Market ( 945 McCammon Ave, Maryville)! On Saturday, July 26th from 8 AM to 12 PM, come shop fresh, shop local, and enjoy big savings all in one place. More Info

Networking:

See Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

Veterans:

Free Veteran’s Breakfast: The United Veterans Council of East Tennessee presents 14 free breakfasts for Veterans and guests on four Saturdays, monthly, Coffee line starts at 8am, Chow line starts at 8:30am. Locations and Dates

Jack & Jules is Back – July 24–26 at the Knoxville Expo Center!

Get your bags, baskets, and wagons ready—Jack and Jules is back and better than ever! From July 24th through 26th, head over to the Knoxville Expo Center for one of East Tennessee’s favorite kids' consignment sales.

With over 750 consignors, you’ll find amazing deals on everything from children’s clothing and shoes to toys, gear, books, and more—just in time to stock up for the new school year!

Shopping Hours:
Thursday & Friday: 10 AM – 8 PM
Saturday (Half-Price Day!): 10 AM – 4 PM

Bonus for a Good Cause:
Shop on Friday between 12 PM – 4 PM, and a portion of proceeds will benefit East Tennessee Children’s Hospital!

 Admission & Parking: FREE Payments Accepted: Cash & all major credit cards

Don't miss this opportunity to save big while supporting local families and a great cause. See you there! More Info

Get Ready for a Toe-Tappin’ Good Time at the 44th Annual Bluegrass Festival!

Mark your calendars for a true East Tennessee tradition! Join us on Friday, August 15th from 6:00 to 10:00 PM at Big Ridge State Park for the 44th Annual Bluegrass Festival—an evening filled with music, community, and summer fun under the stars.

This beloved event brings together the best of the region with live bluegrass performances, local craft vendors, and mouthwatering food trucks serving up your favorite festival bites. Whether you're a long-time bluegrass fan or just discovering the genre, the soulful sounds of Appalachian fiddles, banjos, and harmonies will have your toes tapping and your spirit soaring.

What to Bring:
🪑 Lawn chairs or blankets
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The whole family
🍴 Appetite for great food
💃 Your dancing shoes (or just a love for great music)

Admission is free, and all are welcome. Come celebrate a summer night the East Tennessee way—with great music, good food, and community spirit at Big Ridge State Park! More Info

LED Lighting Concepts

When Knoxville lights up in vibrant orange and white—or when a landmark like the Henley Bridge glows after dark—there’s a good chance LED Lighting Concepts LLC had something to do with it. Based right here in Knoxville, this innovative company specializes in LED lighting for architectural and specialty applications, bringing buildings, bridges, and public spaces to life with cutting-edge designs.

With over seven years in business and decades of combined lighting industry experience, partners Ginger Jamrog and Dave Thomas are leading the way in smart, energy-efficient illumination. Their most recent projects include Ayer’s Hall and the pedestrian bridge at UT campus.  Other projects include working with the City of Knoxville to light the Henley Bridge and collaborating with the University of Tennessee to build a mesh network of programmable RGBW lighting across the campus—a dazzling display of school spirit and technology.

The team at LED Lighting Concepts isn’t just focused on bright ideas; they’re also big on community. From supporting local nonprofits like the Historic Ramsay House with donated lighting for concert fundraisers, to developing patented new lighting systems, their mission shines far beyond aesthetics.

Launching soon: their patent-pending RGBW lamp featuring BLE Mesh and Casambi controls, setting a new standard for smart lighting nationwide.

Want to learn more or discuss a project?  Visit www.ledlightingconceptsllc.com
519 Lovell Rd, Ste 301, Knoxville, TN 37932
[email protected]
(484) 684-2175

From iconic bridges to university campuses, LED Lighting Concepts is transforming spaces—and turning heads—with every beam.

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