Community Events Across the knoxville area
Sometimes the best support is simply being around people who understand the journey.
This calendar highlights social events happening across the Knoxville region and surrounding East Tennessee communities, offering individuals in recovery opportunities to stay active, connect with others, and enjoy everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment.
From outdoor activities and community fairs to volunteer opportunities and local gatherings, there are many ways to build meaningful connections and strengthen recovery.
Find your people. Show up. Stay connected.
CreepyCon 2026 10 Year Anniversary Bash
Who's ready to celebrate 10 years of CreepyCon!
3rd Annual Polish Heritage Festival
� Join Us for the 3rd Annual Polish Heritage Festival! �
Kerbela Shine Circus
Kerbela Shrine Circus returns to Thompson Boling Arena/Food City Center August 7th 8th and 9th...!
2026 Ijams Hummingbird Festival
Celebrate all things wings at the 15th annual Ijams Hummingbird Festival.
East Tennessee History Fair
Join us for the return of the East Tennessee History Fair to celebrate the Semiquincentennial!
GermanFest 2026
Exciting and adorable Weiner Dog Races, German Car Show, Oompah bands, Kid's Activities, Marketplace, and so much MORE!
Stanley's Tenth Annual Butterfly Festival
We invite you to join us on Saturday, August 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., for Stanley's Ninth Annual Butterfly Festival
Knoxville Symphony at the Garden
In partnership with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, the Garden hosts a free evening of music that invites community to discover pockets of music throughout four garden spaces on the property
Book Fair for Adults
Enjoy a complimentary mocktail, trivia competition, and lots of booths from local vendors and bookstores.
Mini Giant-Puppet Parade
Join us July 11th from 10am-1pm for KMA’s Mini Giant-Puppet Parade with Cattywampus!
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
Father's Day Car Show at Walnut Springs
Join us at Walnut Springs Winery for our Father’s Day Car Show — an evening of classic cars, great views, and winery fun.
6th Annual SoKno Pride Event
Join us for the SoKno Pride Event on Sevier Avenue in Knoxville, TN!
Smoky Mountain Quilters 45th Quilt Show
More than 200 quilts on display from all over the country.
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
Here's the Scoop Ice Cream Festival
I scream, YOU scream, we ALL scream for ICE CREAM!!
Food and Music Fest 2026
Prepare for a culinary celebration at the Great Smoky Mountain Food Fest!
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
KnoxWalls Murals & Music Festival
Get ready for a day bursting with color, creativity, and community as Dogwood Arts transforms Emory Place into an open-air art and music experience.
Red Panda Run 5K
Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a wild adventure at Zoo Knoxville’s brand-new Red Panda Run 5K,
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
Smoky Mountain Memorial Ride
Make plans now to join us on May 24, 2026 for the Smoky Mtn Memorial Ride. The ride will be 65 mile escorted ride from Downtown Seveirville to the Clinch Mountain Veterans Overlook. Email for information @ smokymtnmemorialride@gmail.com
4th Annual East Tennessee Renaissance Faire
Step back in time at the 4th Annual East Tennessee Renaissance Faire
Concerts on the Square
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May.
Strawberry Plains Festival 2026
Our annual Strawberry Plains Festival is happening May 16th from 10am-4pm.
2026 Holleroo Street Fair
Happy Holler’s Annual Street Fair, Holleroo, returns on Saturday, May 9th.
Concert on the square-jazz Tuesday
Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May
Knoxville Book Festival
Book lovers, join us at the Knoxville Convention Center for Knoxville Book Festival May 2-3!
Fun K-Town 2026
Fun K-Town is like family game night, except now your family is a few hundred people who love board games, and you've got almost 1000 games to choose from!