★ East Tennessee History Festival
A day-long celebration at the East Tennessee History Center featuring living history demos, live music, crafts, film screenings, and children's activities.
20 Things to Do in Knoxville This Week · August 13–16, 2026
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Arts & Culture
No-Man's-Land Opening Reception at KMA
Opening reception for a new exhibition at the Knoxville Museum of Art, featuring live ambient music from Rand Brown and Alison Swafford.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:30 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr
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Centennial Anniversary Lecture Series: Women Who Changed Blount Mansion's History
Join Laura Still for a free special lecture at the Blount Mansion Visitors Center celebrating the centennial anniversary.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:00 PM · Blount Mansion, Downtown Knoxville
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Comedy Debate League at Central Cinema
An interactive comedy event where teams debate ridiculous topics in a stand-up comedy format at Central Cinema.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 7:00 PM · Central Cinema, 1205 N Central St
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Music & Nightlife
Festivity of Frens – 5th Anniversary Celebration at Relix
A 5th anniversary celebration party at Relix on North Central Street, starting at 6 PM.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:00 PM · Relix, 1208 N. Central St
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Bark Culture w/ Mal Nombre, Cardboard Cat at Pilot Light
A groovy instrumental night at Pilot Light featuring Bark Culture with support from Mal Nombre and Cardboard Cat.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 8:00 PM · Pilot Light, 106 E Jackson Ave
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Soundscapes at the KMA: August 2026
An evening of live music inside the Knoxville Museum of Art's galleries, blending art and sound for a unique night out.
Friday, August 14, 2026 7:30 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr
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Honky Tonk Soiree at Mill & Mine
A honky tonk-themed soiree at Mill & Mine on West Depot Avenue — boot-scootin' fun in a great venue.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 6:00 PM · Mill & Mine, 227 W Depot Ave
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Family-Friendly
Saturday Storytelling in the Gallery
A morning storytelling session for families inside the Knoxville Museum of Art's galleries, running 10:30–11:30 AM.
Saturday, August 15, 2026 10:30 AM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr
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Re-Discovery Camp at Ijams Nature Center
A multi-day outdoor discovery camp for kids at Ijams Nature Center, running August 21–23 with all-day programming.
Friday, August 21, 2026 All Day · Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave
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Free Events
Ryan Blansett – WDVX Blue Plate Special
Free lunchtime live music at the Knoxville Visitor's Center as part of the beloved WDVX Blue Plate Special series.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 12:00 PM · Knoxville Visitor's Center, 301 S Gay St
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Market Square Farmers Market
Knoxville's beloved open-air farmers market on Market Square with locally grown produce and handmade goods.
Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:00 AM · Market Square, Downtown Knoxville
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Concerts on the Square – Pink Houses (John Mellencamp Experience)
Free outdoor concert in Market Square featuring Pink Houses, the Ultimate John Mellencamp Experience, presented by First Century Bank.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 7:00 PM · Market Square, Downtown Knoxville
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Festivals & Special Events
East Tennessee History Festival
A day-long celebration at the East Tennessee History Center featuring living history demos, live music, crafts, film screenings, and children's activities.
Saturday, August 15, 2026 · East Tennessee History Center, Downtown Knoxville
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GermanFest Knoxville
A full day of traditional live music, a German car show, Dachshund races, stein holding contests, polka lessons, a kids zone, and authentic German food and beer.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 11:00 AM · Knoxville, TN
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Date Night
Cacao Ceremony & Restorative Yoga at Evolve Yoga
A deeply restorative 90-minute experience beginning with a 30-minute ceremonial cacao session followed by 60 minutes of restorative yoga to calm and restore.
Friday, August 14, 2026 · Evolve Yoga Knoxville
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Salsa Party at Sonny's Brewing
A weekly Friday salsa dance party at Sonny's Brewing, open to all dancers — a fun night of Latin music and movement.
Friday, August 14, 2026 8:00 PM · Sonny's Brewing, Knoxville
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Small Group Dinner at Fiori Bar & Kitchen
A casual small-group dinner at Fiori Bar & Kitchen in the Old City — great food, cocktails, and new connections in an intimate setting.
Friday, August 21, 2026 6:30 PM · Fiori Bar & Kitchen, Old City, Knoxville
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Outdoors & Active
Sunday Walk at Walker Springs Park
A community group walk at Walker Springs Park, open to all paces — part of the Knoxville InStep Walking Group series.
Sunday, August 16, 2026 6:00 PM · Walker Springs Park, Knoxville
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Food & Drink
CIAO KNOX MERCATO – Italian Market Series
A free Italian market pop-up at The Plaid Apron featuring artisan vendors, Italian goods, and market-day energy.
Sunday, August 23, 2026 4:00 PM · The Plaid Apron, Knoxville
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