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Downtown Knoxville Festivals + Events

We love events in Downtown Knoxville! On almost any weekend, and on many weekdays and weeknights, we've got something special going on. Here are some of the big things we're celebrating.

Apr 21-26
Artists on Location Downtown Knoxville View Event Website The Guild of the Knoxville Museum of Art presents Artists on Location, a plein-air painting event. Talented artists throughout the US will paint in and around the Knoxville area April 21-25.
Apr 25-27
Dogwood Arts Festival World's Fair Park View Event Website One of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville, the Dogwood Arts Festival features over 100 fine art vendors, live music, entertainment, children's activities, food & beverage vendors, and more.
Apr 27 1:00pm
Blount Mansion Ice Cream Social Blount Mansion View Event Website Blount Mansion is hosting a Springtime Ice Cream Social for Knoxville's only National Registered Historic Landmark and Birthplace of Tennessee! Join us for a fun afternoon filled with ice cream, lawn games, and access to our gorgeous gardens!
May 2
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
May 10
Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival World's Fair Park View Event Website The 4th annual event will feature a full lineup of local, regional, and national talent alongside the brand new TN Whiskey Experience, food trucks, craft beer, wine, specialty cocktails, and more.
May 17 5:30pm
Martinis at the Mansion Blount Mansion View Event Website Join your friends and neighbors at the ‘Birthplace of Tennessee’ for Blount Mansion's annual Martinis at the Mansion spring garden party. They'll be opening the historic houses on site and the gardens of the Blount Mansion and Craighead-Jacks
May 21 6:00pm
Book Release for Tennessee Samplers Blount Mansion Blount Mansion is proud to present the Book Release for Tennessee Samplers, Female Education & Domestic Arts, 1800-1900 by Jennifer Core & Janet Hasson. Special guest, Jennifer Core will speak on the highlights of the book.
Jun 6
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Jun 28 3:00pm
June History Talk with Dr. Chris Magra Blount Mansion Dr. Chris Magra of the University of Tennessee will speak on How Westward Expansion Influenced the Declaration of Independence. The special speaking event will be at Blount Mansion Visitors Center. RSVP to [email protected].
Jul 4
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Aug 1
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Aug 30
Free Family Fun Day Knoxville Museum of Art View Event Website Join KMA for a day of free arts activities and family entertainment! Activities will be inspired by the art of the KMA Collection and visiting exhibitions. Enjoy the food, fun, art-making, and music while viewing the galleries.
Sep 5
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Oct 3
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Nov 7
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.
Dec 5
First Friday ArtWalk various downtown locations View Event Website On the first Friday of each month, the streets of Downtown Knoxville come alive for a casual evening of experiencing art in all forms. Explore galleries, roam through shops hosting open houses, and much more.