In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Weather | Mostly Sunny with a High of 91

🗓️  Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Cultures at HoLa Festival

📰 Solar Star Party at Marble Springs

🗓️ Sprouts is Opening in Knoxville!

📰 Call for Volunteers: GermanFest 2025 Needs You!

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities
 

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Cultures at HoLa Festival 2025!

Mark your calendars for a weekend of vibrant culture, music, and community as the HoLa Festival 2025 returns to World’s Fair Park Performance Lawn!

Festival Schedule:

• Saturday, September 27 | 4 PM – 10 PM
  Kickoff party with live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show at 9 PM!

• Sunday, September 28 | 11 AM – 6 PM
  A full day of cultural celebrations, ending with the colorful Parade of Nations.

Admission: $3 donation | Kids enter free!

What to Expect:

• Authentic Latin American cuisine

• Artisan crafts & vendors

• Live music & dancing

• Beer & beverages

• Entertainment for all ages

• Educational children’s activities hosted by local businesses & nonprofits

• The Parade of Nations on Sunday, showcasing the rich diversity of Latin America

This is Knoxville’s premier celebration of Hispanic and Latinx heritage—come hungry, bring your friends and family, and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Latin America right here at home! More Info

Solar Star Party at Marble Springs

Ever wanted to gaze at the stars in the middle of the day? Here’s your chance! Join us for a Solar Star Party on Saturday, August 23, from 1–4 PM at Marble Springs State Historic Site.

The Knoxville Observers will set up 4–5 telescopes, giving visitors a unique opportunity to see celestial objects in a whole new light. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or simply curious, this event is the perfect way to connect with the universe.

🔭 Highlights include:

• Safe, daytime stargazing through telescopes

• Q&A with knowledgeable astronomy enthusiasts

• A display of incredible astrophotography from past events

Bring a chair or blanket, soak up the sun, and enjoy an afternoon under the sky.

We hope to see you on a beautiful, clear Saturday afternoon for this out-of-this-world experience! More Info

Discover all upcoming events on our Community Events page

Upcoming Events:

Veterans and their families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of laughter, delicious joy, and heartfelt community at this special Ice Cream Social hosted by the Rocky Top Veterans Foundation. August 17th | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Cruz Farm (2723 Asbury Rd) More Info

Step away from the screen and step into inspiration at The Pink Bride Wedding Show, happening August 17th (12 PM – 4 PM) at the Knoxville Convention Center. Whether you’re newly engaged or finalizing your finishing touches, this show is your one-stop destination to bring your dream wedding to life. ThePinkBride.com

Tennessee Smart Yard Workshop
August 18, 5:30–7 PM Knoxville Botanical Gardens (2649 Boyd’s Bridge Pike)
Learn how to make your yard environmentally smart and sustainable. knoxcountymastergardener.org/events-news

Guided Nature Walks at Collier Preserve
August 19, 7 PM Powell Branch Library (316 W. Emory Rd)
Join master gardeners for a 1-hour evening stroll through a native plant garden and birding haven. knoxcountymastergardener.org/events-news

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! 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

Networking:

See Recurring Weekly & Monthly Networking Events

Veterans:

Free Veterans’ 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

Sprouts is Opening in Knoxville!
You’re Invited to Our Grand Opening Celebration – August 29–31

Get ready, Knoxville—Sprouts Farmers Market is officially opening its doors! Join us all weekend long for freebies, fun, and exclusive savings.

Sprouts brings a fresh, natural, and unique grocery experience, with:

• Farm-fresh produce at the heart of the store

• Wholesome, innovative products made with organic, plant-based, and gluten-free ingredients

• A carefully curated selection for every lifestyle

• Purpose-driven people ready to inspire your wellness journey

Grand Opening Events

Friday, August 29

• 6:45 AM – Ribbon-cutting ceremony

• 7:00 AM – Doors open!

  • First 200 shoppers receive a FREE reusable bag filled with samples†

  • First 400 customers receive a FREE long-stem rose courtesy of Falcon Farms Floral†

• 7 AM–5 PM – Outdoor Pop-up Party with samples, The Great Scale Showdown contest & a scavenger hunt†

• 10 AM–4 PM – Taste exciting new products in-store while you shop†

Saturday, August 30

• 7:00 AM – Doors open

  • First 200 shoppers receive a FREE reusable bag filled with samples†

• 7 AM–5 PM – Pop-up Party continues outside with giveaways, contests & fun†

• 10 AM–4 PM – Product tastings in-store†

Sunday, August 31

• 7:00 AM – Doors open

• 9 AM–4 PM – Pop-up Party with samples, The Great Scale Showdown & scavenger hunt†

• 10 AM–4 PM – In-store product tastings†

Don’t miss this weekend of celebration, shopping, and savings as Knoxville welcomes Sprouts! More Info

Call for Volunteers: GermanFest 2025 Needs You!

Knoxville’s beloved GermanFest is right around the corner, and organizers are calling on the community to help make it a success. This annual celebration of German culture takes place Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at First Lutheran Church & School, 1207 N. Broadway.

From traditional German food and music to family-friendly activities and cultural exhibits, GermanFest offers a day full of fun—and it wouldn’t be possible without dedicated volunteers. Whether you’re helping set up, serving bratwurst, welcoming guests, or keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, your time and energy will help bring the spirit of Germany to Knoxville.

Volunteering is a great way to connect with the community, meet new friends, and be part of one of the city’s most anticipated summer events. Shifts are flexible, so you can still enjoy plenty of the festivities while lending a hand.

Event Date: August 23, 2025
Location: First Lutheran Church & School, 1207 N. Broadway, Knoxville

Learn more: germanfestknoxville.com
Sign up to volunteer: Volunteer Form

Lend your time, bring your enthusiasm, and help make GermanFest 2025 an unforgettable celebration!

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