Holiday Calendar of Events

Plan your holiday in Downtown Knoxville!

From ice skating to elf hunting to tree lighting. Markets to parades to special performances. We've rounded up the list of holiday events and hope to see you Downtown. Check back as more events are added throughout the season.

Here's 2024 Holiday At a Glance for major events and dates.

Nov 23
Market Square Farmers Market Market Square View Event Website Open-air farmers’ market every Wednesday (10am-1pm) and Saturday (9am-1pm) May through November. Producer only market – everything made, grown or raised within 150 miles of market.

Nov 27 - Dec 1
Fantasy of Trees Knoxville Convention Center View Event Website A magical forest of more than 350 designer items, including beautifully decorated trees, holiday accessories, and more. Santa, Gingerbread Village, lives bands, and musical entertainment will take place throughout the event.

Nov 29 - Jan 5
Peppermint Trail various downtown locations View Event Website Downtown restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and boutiques feature peppermint specials throughout the season. Follow the peppermints on the sidewalks of Downtown Knoxville.

Nov 29 - Jan 5
Holidays on Ice Market Square View Event Website Adults and children skate day and night, seven days a week in the open-air ice rink nestled under twinkling lights in Market Square. Admission includes skate rental. Check the event website for pricing, weather updates, and hours. Closed on December 25.

Nov 29 - Jan 5
The Elf on the Shelf® Adventure various downtown locations View Event Website A fun-filled scavenger hunt for children of all ages at dozens of Downtown Knoxville businesses. Pick up a North Pole Pass at Mast General Store or the Knoxville Visitors Center to guide you through the adventure.

Nov 30 11:00am
Old City Market - Small Business Saturday Jackson Ave in the Old City View Event Website Special Small Business Saturday Market! The Old City Market transforms the historic Old City into a curated, outdoor market showcasing artists, crafters, and creative makers.

Dec 5 5:30pm
Merriment at Blount Mansion Blount Mansion View Event Website Join Blount Mansion for a merry evening of holiday music, cocktails, and more! Reservations required.

Dec 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.

Dec 6 7:00pm
WIVK Christmas Parade Gay Street View Event Website Annual Christmas parade down Gay Street including floats, decorated vehicles, bands, majorettes, dancers, and Santa.

Dec 7
Market Square Winter Farmers Market Market Square View Event Website Open-air winter farmers market every Saturday (9am-1pm) during the month of December (market will be south of the ice rink only). Producer only market – everything made, grown or raised within 150 miles of market.

Dec 8 11:00am
Old City Market West Jackson Ave in the Old City View Event Website The Old City Market transforms the historic Old City into a curated, outdoor market showcasing artists, crafters, and creative makers.

Dec 8 3:00pm
Knoxville Community Band Holiday Performance Bijou Theatre View Event Website Musicians of all experience levels will perform in this festive holiday production. All concerts are free admission, bring your family and friends!

Dec 14
Market Square Winter Farmers Market Market Square View Event Website Open-air winter farmers market every Saturday (9am-1pm) during the month of December (market will be south of the ice rink only). Producer only market – everything made, grown or raised within 150 miles of market.

Dec 14 5:30pm
Tour de Lights Parade Mary Costa Plaza View Event Website Bikes, lights, garland and tinsel. Holiday Market and Expo 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Bike ride at 5:30 pm starts and ends at Mary Costa Plaza and winds through downtown and Gay St.

Dec 21
Market Square Winter Farmers Market Market Square View Event Website Open-air winter farmers market every Saturday (9am-1pm) during the month of December (market will be south of the ice rink only). Producer only market – everything made, grown or raised within 150 miles of market.

Dec 31 9:00pm
New Year's Eve at the Sunsphere World's Fair Park View Event Website Traditional ball drop, fireworks, and music at a family-friendly New Year's Eve event.

Jan 3 2025
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.