18 Things to Do in Knoxville This Week · September 3–6, 2026

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Movies Under the Stars: All Dogs Go to Heaven

Outdoor movie screening of All Dogs Go to Heaven at Ijams Nature Center under the stars.

Friday, September 4, 2026 · Ijams Nature Center, Knoxville

Second Sunday Art Activity at KMA

Free hands-on art activities for all ages at the Knoxville Museum of Art every second Sunday of the month.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 1:00 PM · Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville

Date Night

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Symphony in the Garden

The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra performs an intimate evening concert at Knoxville Botanical Gardens.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 7:00 PM · Knoxville Botanical Gardens, 2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville

Starlight Movie Night feat. 'The Princess Bride'

Outdoor screening of The Princess Bride under the stars at 7107 Sevierville Pike.

Friday, September 4, 2026 7:00 PM · 7107 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920

Couples Night: A Taste of the Mediterranean Cooking Adventure

A hands-on couples cooking class exploring coastal Mediterranean cuisine.

Friday, September 11, 2026 6:00 PM · 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN 37923

Food & Drink

FoodeesFest Knoxville

A massive food truck and craft vendor event featuring 40+ food trucks at West Town Mall.

Friday, September 4, 2026 1:00 PM · West Town Mall, Knoxville

Southern Comfort: The Ultimate Brunch Experience

A Southern-themed brunch cooking experience and tasting event in Knoxville.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 11:00 AM · 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN 37923

Sports

Tennessee Vols vs. Furman

Tennessee Volunteers football home opener against Furman at Neyland Stadium.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 3:30 PM · Neyland Stadium, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Music & Nightlife

New Market Trainwrecks & Logan & Tex at Barley's

Honky Tonk Thursday night with New Market Trainwrecks and Logan & Tex at Barley's in the Old City.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 7:00 PM · Barley's, 200 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville

Gather'n in the Cavern

A unique underground music and social event held inside the Historic Cherokee Caverns.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 7:00 PM · Historic Cherokee Caverns, 8524 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville

ENCORE! The Judyz of Knoxville at Sassy Ann's

A pop-up performance by The Judyz of Knoxville at Sassy Ann's.

Friday, September 11, 2026 9:00 PM · Sassy Ann's, Knoxville

Festivals & Special Events

Big Kahuna Wing Fest

Annual wing festival at World's Fair Park featuring some of the best wings in the South, a wing eating competition, wing cooking competition, live music, kid's corner, and fireworks with over 20,000 lbs of wings.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 3:00 PM · World's Fair Park, Knoxville

YPK Fall General Membership Meeting

Young Professionals of Knoxville's fall GMM at the KAM Event Center featuring dinner, networking, and a special guest speaker on market and insurance planning.

Thursday, September 10, 2026 6:00 PM · KAM Event Center, Knoxville

Greek Fest

Annual Greek festival at St. George Greek Orthodox Church featuring authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and culture over three days.

Friday, September 11, 2026 11:00 AM · St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 4070 Kingston Pike, Knoxville

Free Events

Concerts on the Square – Jazz Tuesdays

Free jazz concerts every Tuesday evening in Market Square as part of the city's summer concert series.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Market Square, Downtown Knoxville

Outdoors & Active

Seven Islands State Birding Park Walk

A group walk at Seven Islands State Birding Park with route options of 5K, 7K, or 12K for all levels.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 9:00 AM · Seven Islands State Birding Park, Knoxville area

YPK Camping Trip to Cosby Campground

An overnight YPK camping trip to Cosby Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains featuring hiking, campfire hangs, and good company.

Saturday, September 12, 2026 2:00 PM · Cosby Campground, Great Smoky Mountains

Twilight at Ijams

An evening outdoor event at Ijams Nature Center along Island Home Ave.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 5:00 PM · 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920