19 Things to Do in Knoxville This Week · June 4–7, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

Rhinestone Fest: For the Love of Dolly

Dress in your Dolly-best for a free, family-friendly weekend of art, music, history, food, and fun celebrating Dolly Parton in the historic Old City.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 · Old City, Knoxville

Arts & Culture

Guys and Dolls Opening Night

Opening night of the classic musical Guys and Dolls performed at Knoxville Catholic High School's St. Gregory the Great Auditorium.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 7:30 PM · Knoxville Catholic High School, St. Gregory the Great Auditorium, Knoxville

First Friday ArtWalk

On the first Friday of each month, Downtown Knoxville's galleries, shops, and studios open their doors for a casual evening stroll through art in all forms.

Friday, June 5, 2026 4:00 PM · Various downtown locations, Knoxville

Appalachian Equality Chorus: Broadway Baby

The Appalachian Equality Chorus takes the stage for a Broadway-themed performance at Clarence Brown Theatre.

Friday, June 5, 2026 8:00 PM · Clarence Brown Theatre, Knoxville

KMA June Book Club

Join the Knoxville Museum of Art's monthly book club for a lively literary discussion in a gallery setting.

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 5:30 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville

Date Night

Martinis at the Mansion – Celebrating 100 Years!

Join friends and neighbors at the 'Birthplace of Tennessee' for the annual Martinis at the Mansion garden party celebrating Blount Mansion's 100th anniversary.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 5:30 PM · Blount Mansion, Downtown Knoxville

Feast of the Realm: A Medieval Evening at Ancient Lore Village

Step into a medieval world for an immersive feast evening at the enchanting Ancient Lore Village on Sevierville Pike.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 6:00 PM · 7107 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920

Free Events

First Friday ArtWalk – Old City Block Party

The Old City hosts its monthly First Friday Block Party alongside the Downtown ArtWalk, filling Jackson Ave with music, art, and community vibes.

Friday, June 5, 2026 · Old City, Knoxville

Opera in the Park

A free outdoor opera performance set against the scenic backdrop of Lakeshore Park.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 6:00 PM · Lakeshore Park, 6410 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville

Concerts on the Square – Jazz Tuesdays (June 16)

Another free Tuesday evening of jazz in Market Square, a beloved Knoxville summer tradition.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 7:00 PM · Market Square, Knoxville

Music & Nightlife

Good Vibrations Benefit Concert

A benefit concert at Yee-Haw Brewing Company featuring Smooth Sailor, raising funds for a good cause.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00 PM · Yee-Haw Brewing Company, 745 N Broadway, Knoxville

Sweet Megg w/ Wild Bill & The Bruisers

Honky Tonk Thursday gets rowdy with Sweet Megg and Wild Bill & The Bruisers at Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 7:00 PM · Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria, 200 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville

Pitch-a-Friend

A lively social night at The Pink Cactus where attendees pitch their friends to meet new people and make connections in South Knoxville.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 8:00 PM · The Pink Cactus, 1147 Sevier Ave, Knoxville

Family-Friendly

Hello Summer Market

A weekend outdoor market celebrating all things summer with shopping, activities, and community fun for the whole family.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 12:00 PM · 10606 Dogwood Road, Knoxville, TN 37931

Kid A'Riffic Fun in the Park

Free crafts, activities, giveaways, and family fun every Wednesday through July 22 at rotating parks across Knoxville, presented by Home Federal Bank.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 10:00 AM · Various Knoxville parks

Movies Under the Stars: A League of Their Own

Ijams Nature Center's beloved summer outdoor movie series kicks off with A League of Their Own under the stars.

Friday, June 12, 2026 · Ijams Nature Center, Knoxville

Outdoors & Active

Goldens in the Park

A joyful gathering of golden retrievers and their humans at Marble Hall Pavilion — the perfect Thursday evening outing for dog lovers.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 5:00 PM · Marble Hall Pavilion, Knoxville

Third Creek Greenway Walk 6K/10K

East Tennessee Wanderers lead a social 6K or 10K walk along the Third Creek Greenway, open to all paces.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 9:00 AM · Third Creek Greenway, Knoxville

Kitten Yoga Fundraiser

Flow through a 12:30 PM yoga class surrounded by adoptable kittens at Blue Ridge Yoga — 100% of proceeds support vulnerable pets through YWAC.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 12:30 PM · Blue Ridge Yoga, Knoxville