Calendar of Events

Held on the 100 Block of West Jackson Ave. 2nd Sunday of every month
11AM TO 4PM

Our artist market is ever growing, ever changing, and we want to make sure you have a wonderful market experience with us at the Old City Market. We feature makers, artists, bakers, and even farmers to share their wonderful creations with the community.

Please follow our Instagram @oldcityknoxmarket for continued updates

https://oldcityknoxville.org/market/

Fall in love with the Garden and join us under the big tent for a night of fun, food, and entertainment at the 15th annual Green Thumb Gala! This year’s Gala tickets are on sale now! Sponsorships are also available. Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Grayson Subaru. The Green Thumb Gala is on October 13, 5p-9p

https://www.knoxgarden.org/events

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, 2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914. Hours: Gardens open daily from sunrise to sunset. Information: 865-862-8717, www.knoxgarden.org

Join us at the Heritage Center on Sunday, October 13 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the 2024 Tastes of the Smokies fundraiser!

Celebrate the tastes of Smoky Mountain culture with regional food, music, and history at Tastes of the Smokies, an annual community event to support the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center. At a leisurely pace, guests can see what's current, new, and on the drawing board at the Heritage Center. While mingling with living history demonstrators, attendees may meander through the galleries and Historic Village while they enjoy artfully prepared food and drink provided by respected local restaurants who are known for their quality regional Appalachian fare. Enjoy all of this while listening to Maryville's husband and wife duo Jasper Hollow, whose sound merges vocal harmony, stellar musicianship, and Americana-rooted songwriting.

Tickets at: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/gsmheritagecenter/items/434916/calendar/2024.

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend, TN 37882. Hours: M-Sa 10-5, Su 12-5. Information: 865-448-0044, www.gsmheritagecenter.org

Second Sunday Art Activity; Free! Children in grades K-6 are invited to drop in between 1-4 p.m. for a hands-on art activity taught by a certified art teacher.

Second Sunday Docent Tour; Free! Join the KMA to learn from a trained docent about the KMA collection and exhibitions on view. The tour is 2-3 p.m.; arrive by 1:55 p.m. to join the tour.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tu-Sa 10-5, Su 1-5. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org. Admission and parking are free.

Sunday, October 13th, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Broadway Studios and Gallery, 1127 N. Broadway, Knoxville TN 37917

Please join us for Sam Stapleton's Going Out of Business Art Sale. Sam is offering his complete inventory of prints (both framed and unframed) with sale proceeds to go to the Friends of Seven Islands State Birding Park. His images will be offered with suggested minimum prices (generally $20 - $50) though no reasonable offer will be refused. His goal is the complete dispersal of his print inventory. Additionally, all attendees to this event will be gifted with a signed copy of his coffee table book, Stilled Life. https://samstapletonphotography.com/

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 • 11AM-1PM • FREE EVENT!

Looking for a great way to kick off Spooky Season? Join us Sunday, October 13 for Costumes, Characters, and Cartoons! From 11am to 1pm, you can stop by the Theatre for cartoons and an open house with some of your favorite PBS characters! This free event features episodes of some of your favorite PBS Kids specials, celebrating STEAM. Plus, there will be costumed characters here for plenty of fun photo opportunities and a chance to show off your own costumes. The Theatre will be open to the public for self-guided tours during this time and popcorn and soda will be available for purchase. (The stage and dressing room areas will not be accessible as part of the tour.) Hope to see you there!

https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/events/detail/costumes-characters-and-cartoons

We will have several new workshops from the Laurel Folk School in October!

Lindy Hop from Alicia and Mark of the Knoxville Swing Dance Association
Alicia and Mark have been dancing Lindy Hop for eleven and twelve years, respectively. Both have traveled to workshops within the US and abroad to deepen their dance skills.

More information and sign ups here: https://laurel-folk-school.square.site/

Jubilee Community Arts at the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. Tickets: https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com. Information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

Knoxville’s First Annual steamroller print event will take place Sat/Sun 9:30am-5pm

In collaboration with Knox Small Press Fest, 24 Knoxville artists have signed up to carve big woodblocks and print them with a steamroller! Come have a looksee at what it's like to print huge woodcuts outside with a great community of printmakers. More details can be found on http://relayridge.org under Events or at http://printmakersanonymous.com

Want to volunteer and learn about printing big prints? Just email printanonknox@gmail.com if you’re interested in helping out!

Relay Ridge, 4124 McKinley St, Knoxville. https://relayridge.org/ and https://www.instagram.com/relay_ridge/

Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, From the original by Frederick Knott

A masterclass in suspense, “Dial M for Murder” is a riveting stage thriller that weaves a web of deceit and suspense as ex-tennis pro Tony Wendice meticulously plans the perfect murder of his unfaithful wife, Margot. With each twist and turn, you will be drawn deeper and deeper into a plot filled with betrayal, manipulation, and unexpected revelations. As tensions mount and secrets unravel, true motives are laid bare, while audiences are kept guessing and on the edge of their seats until the final, electrifying climax.

GENERAL AUDIENCES
https://www.orplayhouse.com/

Join Cattywampus Puppet Council and One World Circus/Dragonfly Aerial Arts Oct 11 & 13 for a spectacle of giant puppets, circus, theater, marching bands, and dancing on the side of buildings. Solastalgia tells a story of what’s happening in our lives, right here, right now. The journey moves from the World’s Fair Park Amphitheater, to the Festival Lawn, to the walls of The Tennessean Hotel in an exploration of grief, hope and connection in these times of escalating climate chaos and social/economic instability. Solastalgia ignites our collective imagination as we find ourselves and our communities at vital decision-making points that will impact generations to come.

Promo video: https://f.io/AzsKtvJ3

Doors: 6:30pm
Show: 7-9pm
Tennessee Amphitheater @ World's Fair Park

Both performances are free and open to all ages. Tickets are free — donations are encouraged. You can reserve your tickets at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/1d6e01da-4089-44ea-bc57-e2fa3248b57b

*All proceeds go to support Cattywampus Puppet Council and One World Circus/Dragonfly Aerial Arts. You can learn more about these community-based arts nonprofits and their work at www.cattywampuspuppets.org and www.oneworldcircus.com

Get ready for a ghastly good time at Zoo Knoxville's "Boo at the Zoo," kicking off on October 10th! This spooktacular event is perfect for families, filled with tricks, treats, and spooky sweets that everyone can enjoy. With themed nights like Princesses, Heroes, and more, there’s something for every little monster and grown-up ghost. Dance the night away at the monster mash dance party and hop on thrilling rides to keep the excitement going!

Feast on frightfully delicious seasonal treats scattered throughout the zoo. From chilling cocktails and refreshing potions to ghoulishly delightful desserts, there’s a tasty treat to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Whether you’re in the mood for classic Halloween snacks or something with a twist, you’re sure to find your fill!

Mark your calendar with these dates:
October 10-13 from 5:30-8:00 PM
October 17-20 from 5:30-8:00 PM
October 24-27 from 5:30-8:00 PM

Don’t miss out—tickets are limited, so get yours soon! This event promises a frightfully fun experience for all ages. Tickets at: https://store.zooknoxville.org/webstore/shop/viewItems

Zoo Knoxville, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37914. Information: 865-637-5331, www.zooknoxville.org

Join us for the fifth edition of the Hispanic Film Festival on the UT campus featuring independent award-winning films in Spanish with English subtitles! Two films are available online at https://pragda.com/sfc-event/university-of-tennessee-knoxville-2/
Username: SFC@UniversityofTennesseeKnoxville / Password: SFCUniversityofTennesseeFall2024

The Return (Costa Rica, 2012) a film by Hernán Jiménez [Available from September 25th to October 1st]
Un traductor (Cuba, 2018) a film by Rodrigo Barriuso and Sebastián Barriuso [Available from October 9th to October 15th]

Pictures courtesy of Pragda. Contact Betsabé Navarro (bnavarro@utk.edu). Website: https://tiny.utk.edu/filmfest