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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. 

Jun 2-4
Rhinestone Fest various locations in the Old City View Event Website For the love of Dolly! A family friendly weekend full of art, music, history, food and fun.
Jun 4 11:00am
Old City RHINESTONE 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.
Jun 6 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jun 7
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.
Jun 10
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.
Jun 10 10:00am
Knoxville's Largest Kids' Party World's Fair Park View Event Website Kick off the start of the summer with a fun-filled day for children and parents including kids' activities, food trucks, water slides, live performances, and more.
Jun 10 10:00am
Downtown Home Tour Various downtown residential properties View Event Website This 30 year tradition offers a unique opportunity to see what urban living has to offer and go inside private residences that showcase the variety of homes that exist in Downtown Knoxville.
Jun 13 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jun 14
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.
Jun 15 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Variety Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jun 17
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.
Jun 20 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jun 21
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.
Jun 22 5:00pm
Old City [Night] 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.
Jun 22-25
USA Cycling National Championships Throughout Downtown Knoxville View Event Website Come cheer on the Pro Road, Time Trial, and Criterium National Championships on the streets of Downtown Knoxville.
Jun 24
Brewfest World's Fair Park View Event Website Breweries, beer and enthusiasts from all over will gather for a summer afternoon sampling fresh beers of all colors, styles and flavors.
Jun 24
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.
Jun 27 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jun 28
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.
Jun 28 10:00am
Kid-A-Riffic Fun in the Park Fort Kid View Event Website Kids ages 2 to 10 are invited by the City of Knoxville to join the fun. Enjoy crafts, games, and more while making some fun memories over summer vacation. Free!
Jul 1
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.
Jul 1-31
Waldo Scavenger Hunt various downtown locations View Event Website Put on your striped shirt and black-rimmed specs (optional, of course) and come for a good old-fashioned scavenger hunt in Downtown Knoxville. Fun for all ages. Plus chances to win prizes!
Jul 4
Festival on the 4th World's Fair Park View Event Website Join the City of Knoxville's family-friendly and patriotic July 4 celebration.
Jul 5
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.
Jul 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.
Jul 8
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.
Jul 9
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.
Jul 12
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.
Jul 15
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.
Jul 19
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.
Jul 20 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Variety Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Jul 22
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.
Jul 26
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.
Jul 26 10:00am
Kid A'Riffic Fun in the Park World's Fair Park View Event Website Kids ages 2 to 10 are invited by the City of Knoxville to join the fun. Enjoy crafts, games, and more while making some fun memories over summer vacation. Free!
Jul 27 5:00pm
Old City [Night] 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.
Jul 28 12:00pm
Kuumba Festival Market Square View Event Website The largest cultural heritage and music festival in East Tennessee that celebrates African Culture.
Jul 29
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.
Aug 2
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.
Aug 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 5
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.
Aug 9
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.
Aug 12
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.
Aug 13
Old City Market West Jackson 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.
Aug 16
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.
Aug 17 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Variety Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Aug 19
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.
Aug 19 10:00am
History Hootenanny East Tennessee History Center View Event Website An all-day celebration of East TN history with music, activities, genealogy workshops, local history authors showcase, walking tours, shuttles to historic museums, and more.
Aug 19 11:00am
International Food Fest World's Fair Park View Event Website Celebrating food, culture, and community of over 25 countries with restaurant vendors, fun activities, and entertainment for the entire family.
Aug 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.
Aug 24 5:00pm
Old City [Night] 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.
Aug 25-26
Knox Asian Festival World's Fair Park View Event Website Celebrating Asian culture through food, music, dance, and crafts.
Aug 26
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.
Aug 30
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.
Sep 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.
Sep 2
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.
Sep 3 3:00pm
Big Kahuna Wing Festival World's Fair Park View Event Website Some of the best wings of the south, wing eating competition, wing cooking competition, live music, kid's corner, fireworks, and over 20,000 lbs of wings.
Sep 5
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Sep 6
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.
Sep 9
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.
Sep 10
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.
Sep 12
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Sep 13
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.
Sep 16
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.
Sep 16-17
Hola Festival World's Fair Park View Event Website Annual festival celebrating the rich diversity of Latino culture.
Sep 19
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Sep 20
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.
Sep 21 7:00pm
Concerts on the Square - Variety Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Sep 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.
Sep 26
Concerts on the Square - Jazz Market Square View Event Website Free Jazz concerts on the stage at Market Square every Tuesday in May, June and September. And Variety concerts (classical to blues, swing to Americana, soft rock to country) every 3rd Thursday May through September.
Sep 27
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.
Sep 28 5:00pm
Old City [Night] 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.
Sep 30
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.
Oct 4
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.
Oct 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.
Oct 6-8
PrideFest Festival at World's Fair Park View Event Website Celebrate equality for all people with a weekend of events including night march on Friday and PrideFest throughout the weekend.
Oct 7
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.
Oct 8
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.
Oct 11
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.
Oct 14
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.
Oct 18
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.
Oct 21
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.
Oct 25
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.
Oct 26 5:00pm
Old City [Night] 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.
Oct 28
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 1
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 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 4
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 8
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 11
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 12
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.
Nov 15
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 18
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 25 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 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.
Dec 10
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.
Jan 5 2024
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.
Feb 2 2024
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.
Mar 1 2024
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.
Mar 21-24 2024
Big Ears Festival various downtown locations View Event Website The Big Ears Festival is a dynamic, interactive experience that explores connections between musicians and artists, crossing all musical genres while interfacing with film, performance and the visual arts.
Apr 5 2024
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.