14 Things to Do in Knoxville This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Arts & Culture

Jackson Avenue Art Pop-Up

A curated group of abstract artists comes together for an evening pop-up as part of First Friday Art Walk.

Friday, November 6, 2026 · 205 West Jackson, Jackson Terminal

First Friday ArtWalk

A downtown evening of art in all forms, with galleries and shops hosting open houses across the district.

Friday, November 6, 2026 4:00 PM · Various downtown locations, Downtown Knoxville

PechaKucha Night at the Mill & Mine

A night of fast-paced presentations in the PechaKucha format at the Mill & Mine.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:20 PM – 10:00 PM · Mill & Mine, 227 W Depot Ave

Appalachia Museum Excursion

A group museum excursion hosted by East Tennessee Wanderers, priced at $20.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:30 AM

Mountain Mama's Art Booth Pop-Up Event

A pop-up art booth event from Mountain Mama's in Knoxville.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:00 PM · Knoxville, Tennessee

Free Events

Veterans Day Parade

Knoxville's annual parade celebrating the service of its U.S. military veterans.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 10:45 AM · Knoxville Civic Coliseum and Auditorium

Food & Drink

Knox Asian Night Market

An Asian night market held at Hi-Wire Brewing with food and community gathering.

Friday, November 13, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Hi-Wire Brewing - Knoxville, 2020 Barber St.

Book Club Dinner: The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling

A book club dinner built around the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.

Friday, November 13, 2026 6:00 PM · 7107 Sevierville Pike

Friendsgiving Potluck

Bring your favorite dish and share a meal, some laughs, and holiday cheer with the Blue Ridge Yoga community.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:00 PM · Blue Ridge Yoga

Family-Friendly

Zoo Knoxville Dog Days

Two days when the zoo welcomes four-legged friends, with a limited number of special dog tickets alongside regular admission.

Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8, 2026 · Zoo Knoxville

Music & Nightlife

J10.PJ Tribute

A tribute show with special guests Loveshyne, with a limited VIP Long Table Experience that includes a chef tasting.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Pinchy's Lobster and Beer

The Kitchen Dwellers & Dogs In A Pile

A Sunday night show featuring The Kitchen Dwellers and Dogs In A Pile at The Mill & Mine.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 8:00 PM · The Mill & Mine

Date Night

Date Night Autumn in Paris: A Hands-On French Culinary Journey

A hands-on French cooking experience for two, making it an interactive night out rather than a seated dinner.

Friday, November 13, 2026 6:00 PM · 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402

Outdoors & Active

Keep Knoxville Beautiful Fall Street Cleanup

A litter pickup along YPK's adopted mile on N Central St, with cleaning supplies provided and groups meeting at the Original Freezo.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Original Freezo, N Central St