17 Things to Do in Knoxville This Week · June 11–14, 2026

Music & Nightlife

India Ramey Gothy Tonk Meet & Greet

Gothy Tonk artist India Ramey performs and meets fans at Lost and Found Records in North Knoxville.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 5:30 PM · Lost and Found Records, 3710 N Broadway, Knoxville

Laughs After Dark

A late-night comedy show at the Blues Lounge in East Knoxville.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 8:00 PM · Blues Lounge, 2130 E Magnolia Ave

Arts & Culture

Lecture Series: Dr. Warren Dockter at Blount Mansion

A historical lecture presented at the historic Blount Mansion in downtown Knoxville.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 6:00 PM · Blount Mansion, Knoxville

Food & Drink

Knoxville Chamber Shrimp Boil

The Knoxville Chamber hosts its annual Shrimp Boil at The Lighthouse.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 5:00 PM · The Lighthouse, Knoxville

Taste of the Village

A local food tasting event featuring bites and sips from area vendors at 7107 Sevierville Pike.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 7:00 PM · 7107 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville

Free Events

Friendship Speed Dating with New2Knox

New2Knox hosts a friendship speed dating event at Hi-Wire Brewing to help locals make new connections.

Thursday, June 11, 2026 6:30 PM · Hi-Wire Brewing - Knoxville, 2020 Barber St.

Knoxville Run Club at World's Fair Park

Knoxville Run Club meets every Tuesday at 7pm at World's Fair Park for free, social runs welcoming all paces.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 7:00 PM · World's Fair Park, Knoxville

Date Night

Pasta & Champagne — An Italian Date Night

A romantic Italian-themed cooking and dining experience pairing handmade pasta with champagne.

Friday, June 12, 2026 6:00 PM · 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville

Soundscapes at the KMA: All-White Party with Adam Hawley

A dressy all-white evening event at the Knoxville Museum of Art featuring a live performance by Adam Hawley.

Friday, June 12, 2026 7:30 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Drive

8 Week Salsa Bootcamp for Absolute Beginners

An 8-week beginner salsa dance bootcamp starting June 15 — perfect for couples or solo dancers looking to learn.

Monday, June 15, 2026 7:15 PM · Knoxville

Festivals & Special Events

Summer Book Fest

A weekend book festival at Crafty Bastard Brewery featuring author meet-and-greets, BookTok IRL panels, and a book market.

Friday, June 12, 2026 5:00 PM · Crafty Bastard Brewery, Knoxville

VOL TN Launch

A launch event at Neyland Stadium celebrating the VOL TN initiative.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Neyland Stadium, Knoxville

June Social at Radius – Young Professionals of Knoxville

YPK hosts their monthly social mixer at Radius — a laid-back after-work networking event open to young professionals.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 5:30 PM · Radius, Knoxville

Family-Friendly

Free Summer Bowling for Kids

Kids can bowl for free this summer at participating Knoxville-area bowling alleys.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 · Knoxville area bowling centers

Vintage Baseball at Historic Ramsey House

A free, family-friendly event at Historic Ramsey House where players demonstrate how baseball was originally played in the 1800s.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 · Historic Ramsey House, Knoxville

Second Sunday Art Activity at KMA

Free drop-in art activities for all ages at the Knoxville Museum of Art on the second Sunday of each month.

Sunday, June 14, 2026 1:00 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Drive

Outdoors & Active

Somatic Meditation Journey – The Wisdom Beneath the Noise

A special guided somatic meditation session at Blue Ridge Yoga designed to calm the nervous system, free for members.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 12:00 PM · Blue Ridge Yoga, Knoxville