Calendar of Events

The WordPlayers presents a holiday season kick-off for the entire family: Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! The WordPlayers is excited to present one of the most exciting holiday shows you and your family will ever see! Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! plays December 13 at 7:30 pm and December 14 and 15 at 2:30 pm at the Clayton Performing Arts Center at Pellissippi State Community College, 10915 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville. Tickets may be purchased online at https://wordplayers.org/tickets/ or at the door. Adults: $18, Youth (13-18): $12, Children (12 and under): $8. Group Rate: $2 off each ticket of 10 or more purchased in advance. For more information, please call 865-539-2490.

Junie B. Jones, a First Grader, is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday Singalong and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school. Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of Junie B.’s fun. So, when Junie B. draws May’s name for Secret Santa, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson! But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves? A hilarious and endearing tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park and written by Allison Gregory.

The WordPlayers is a 501(c) 3 faith-based theatre organization dedicated to providing high-quality productions for the Knoxville community.

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December 13th | Live Music | The Mix Messengers Jazz | 6 - 9 PM
December 14th | Winter Market & Meet Santa | 9 AM - 4 PM
December 15th | Santa, Live Music, Cookies, & Crafts | 1 - 8 PM

https://kernsfoodhall.com/events/

Candlelight Christmas Tours at Mabry Hazen House on Friday, December 13 from 6 pm to 9 pm, and Saturday, December 14 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Tours will be offered every thirty minutes.

See the historic house all lit by candlelight and decorated in a festive mix of historic and modern styles by our docents! Learn about the advent of Victorian Christmas in all its glory, join in classic Victorian parlor games, and celebrate the season with us.

Mabry-Hazen House’s holiday exhibit titled "Holiday Greetings: A Century of Christmas Cards” will return! Nearly 100 years of holiday cards addressed to the Hazen family will be on display for visitors to learn about this sentimental holiday tradition. Reproductions of Christmas cards from the collection will be available for sale.

Tickets at: https://www.simpletix.com/e/candlelight-christmas-tours-tickets-193984

Mabry-Hazen House, 1711 Dandridge Avenue, Knoxville, TN, 37915. Information: 865-522-8661, www.mabryhazen.com

Friday, December 13 5-9 PM
Saturday, December 14 10 AM - 5 PM

Along with our resident artists and open studios, we will be hosting these guest artists:

Karen Noggle - Leather belts, pouches, vases, sculpture
Ellen Robinette - Canvas flat trees and puppets
Tina Rosling - Functional pottery
Mary Neitling - Upcycled clothing and accessories

Door Prizes and Refreshments!

Broadway Studios and Gallery, 1127 Broadway St, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-556-8676, www.BroadwayStudiosAndGallery.com and www.facebook.com/broadwaystudiosandgallery/

LISA KURTZ: lkhighlandpottery@gmail.com
CYNTHIA TIPTON: ctiptonart@icloud.com

Featuring art for gift giving for sale by 6 local artists, hor d’oeuvres & holiday cheer! Free and Open to the Public

Local Artists participating: Lisa Kurtz, Shannon Davis Brock, Sheila Rauen, Cynthia Yeager, Cynthia Tipton and Betsy Heerdt

Dates: Friday, December 13th from 1-8pm and Saturday, December 14th from 11am-4pm

Location: 5410 Homberg Drive, Suite 9, Knoxville, TN 37919 (across the parking lot from the Southern Market)

Art for Sale: pottery, paintings, prints, jewelry, fiber art, sculpture by 6 local artists

A Very Dave Barnes Christmas, Friday, December 13, 8:00 PM at the Bijou Theatre.

Tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B0060F98DD74385

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, https://knoxbijou.org/

The Tennessee Theatre presents Holiday Movie Magic: It's a Wonderful Life.
Friday, December 13, 8:00 pm.

Tickets at: https://am.ticketmaster.com/tenntheatre/buy
Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

Join us each month for live music, art, and a celebration of creativity. Tickets are now on sale at www.knoxart.org/events/. For more information, contact Soundscapes Coordinator Brian Clay, bclay@knoxart.org.

December 13, 2024, 7:30-9:15 pm
Presenting Christmas at the KMA—
Christmas at the KMA with special guests Nashville vocalist Emily Wyrick (emilywyrick.com), UT jazz professor pianist Taber Gable (tabergable.com), and Atlanta based saxophonist Taj Davis (connselmer.com/artists/taj-davis). Enjoy all your holiday favorites from these performers alongside our very own host and musician extraordinaire, Brian Clay.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Dr., Knoxville, TN 37916
Direct Line: (865) 525-6101 or www.knoxart.org

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 7:30 PM (ET)

The Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus is proud to present (Part I) of its’ Fifth Annual Cathedral Christmas Festival, featuring Scruffy City Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Ace Edewards, the Cantors of the Cathedral, the Cathedral Youth Choir and musicians of the Diocese of Knoxville, with instrumental, choral and all-sing Christmas carols!

O Come All Ye Faithful and Sing to the Lord!

Admission is Free: Seating is Limited.(doors open 1 hour before concert) Please Respect our Sacred Space: No Food/Drink/Gum.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cathedral-christmas-festival-part-i-featuring-scruffy-city-orchestra-tickets-1092513530379

Marble Springs State Historic Site invites the community to its Christmas Candlelight Tour & Stargazing Night, a free and family-friendly event happening on Friday, December 13th, from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Whether you want to immerse yourself in 18th-century holiday traditions, marvel at the stars, or do a bit of both, this evening offers something for everyone.

Guests can start their evening with the Christmas Candlelight Tour, running from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, as the sun sets over the historic grounds. Visitors will begin with a fireside chat, where they’ll learn about holiday customs in early Tennessee, before taking a guided lantern-lit tour through the candlelit historic buildings. Along the way, they may even meet Tennessee’s first governor, John Sevier, who will share stories and welcome visitors to his home.

For those who prefer stargazing, the evening continues with Stargazing Night, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, hosted in collaboration with the University of Tennessee’s Physics and Astronomy Department. Guests can tailor their experience during this portion of the event. Spend time in the Marble Springs Pavilion listening to UT graduate students give engaging talks about their latest research, or head to the main lawn to view the night sky through telescopes guided by astronomy experts. Visitors are encouraged to explore both activities throughout the evening, making it a night of discovery and wonder.

Whether you join us early for the Candlelight Tour, come later just for Stargazing Night, or stick around for the entire evening, this event promises a memorable holiday experience for all.

Admission: FREE and open to the public
Location: Marble Springs State Historic Site, 1220 W. Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920
Dress for the weather—bring coats, gloves, and sturdy footwear suitable for uneven terrain.
Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and camp chairs to stay cozy during the stargazing portion.
Firepits will be available for added warmth, and flashlights are recommended for navigating the grounds.

This special event offers the opportunity to celebrate the holiday season while experiencing Tennessee’s rich history and the beauty of the winter night sky. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an astronomy lover, or just looking for a unique way to enjoy the holidays, Marble Springs has something for you. For additional information, please contact Danielle Carey at (865) 573-5508 or via email at danielles@marblesprings.net.

Mark your calendar for Friday, December 13, 2024, and join the School of Rock Knoxville community for a special holiday celebration at Scruffy City Hall in Market Square, starting at 6:00 PM.

This festive evening promises an unforgettable experience featuring live performances by the House Band, Adult Band, and Staff Band. Watch as your favorite instructors and directors take the stage together to deliver an incredible rock and roll showcase.
The event isn’t just about great music; it’s also an opportunity to support a worthy cause. All proceeds will go toward helping School of Rock students in financial need, ensuring they can continue to benefit from the transformative experiences and supportive community the program offers. Donations will be accepted via card or cash, and you can contribute in person, over the phone, or via email.

To add to the fun, attendees who donate will have a chance to enter a raffle for the opportunity to pie Music Director Owen in the face. Don’t miss this once-a-year celebration filled with music, holiday cheer, and the joy of giving back. Join us on December 13 to rock the holidays and support the next generation of musicians!

https://www.facebook.com/events/530600929684473/

At Printshop Beer Co., 1532 Island Home Avenue , Knoxville, TN 37920
Free
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

SoKno Pride and Printshop are teaming up to host an inclusive, non-religious event to celebrate some of the spookier Christmas traditions of the past. You can plan on little bit history lesson, a dash of wassailing, plus some ghost stories and spiced beverages to help celebrate the evening when the veil between the living and spiritual was thought to be at its thinnest. https://www.facebook.com/events/610271011354460/