Calendar of Events

Dec 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

This exhibition will feature quilts from members of our community who participated in The Sewing Circle program. Over the last 4 months, adult artists have gathered at The Bottom to gain new sewing skills, develop their artistic voices, and tell stories through quilt-making.

By exploring the important role that quilting has historically held in Black storytelling and community building, this exhibition presents a "full circle" moment that relates directly to our mission: to celebrate culture, engage creativity, and build community for Black Knoxville.

RSVP https://www.thebottomknox.com/events-1/the-sewing-circle-exhibition-reception

Come join us for the 56th annual on Saturday, December 14 at 3pm, Sunday, December, 15 at 3pm, and Monday, December, 16 at 7pm. The floor of the Civic Coliseum will become the towns of Nazareth and Bethlehem as we reenact the birth story of Jesus Christ in a 1 hour production featuring a 150 voice choir, a 150 member cast, a full orchestra, and a stable of live animals. Bring the entire family to celebrate together as we remind ourselves how the Prince of Peace entered this world.

Admission is free.
Doors will open 1 hour prior to show time.

http://knoxvillenativity.com/

Tour de Lights is presented by Visit Knoxville and Bike Walk Knoxville! Prepare to immerse yourself in holiday joy with Tour de Lights, the fantastic, free, and family-friendly holiday bike ride presented by Visit Knoxville and Bike Walk Knoxville. Tour de Lights serves as a unifying celebration, engaging neighborhoods, local businesses, and the community, who gather to bask in the festive atmosphere. We encourage all participants to get into the holiday spirit by decorating themselves and their bikes.

Email: bikewalkknox@gmail.com
https://www.bwknox.org/tourdelights

Darrell Scott comes to the Bijou Theatre on Saturday, December 14 at 8:00 PM.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006131EB797107

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

The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability. Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Event Location
World's Fair Park Amphitheater, 525 Henley Street.

More information at: https://events.arthritis.org/
For more help or information about this year's Jingle Bell Run Knoxville, TN, contact Lauren Clanton at lclanton@arthritis.org or call 629-401-2692.

Tennessee Theatre presents National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Saturday, December 14, 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

Jubilee Community Arts presents Kevin Burke at the Laurel Theater, December 14 at 8 pm.

From early days with The Bothy Band to his celebrated solo performances, Kevin Burke is considered one of Irish music’s luminaries. The recipient of a National Heritage Fellowship from the NEA in the US, and in Ireland the prestigious Gradam Ceoil award, he is acknowledged as a master of the tradition. Although Kevin has spent much of his life playing in a group context, he has never lost his love for solo fiddle music – the “naked fiddle” as he sometimes puts it.

Tickets available at TicketLeap (https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com/), by mail or at the door 30 minutes prior to show.

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

The show for kids and kids at heart!
WDVX Kidstuff Live
Saturday, December 14th at 10am
Come see us for a free show at Visit Knoxville featuring Will Carter with host Sean McCollough

WDVX, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-544-1029, www.wdvx.com

Tea with Mrs. Claus & Company
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Bring the kids for a magical afternoon with Mrs. Claus on December 14, from 1-3 PM! They’ll get to make a special holiday craft, and listen to a reading of the classic 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Plus, we have a very special surprise guest—Santa might just stop by for a visit!

We’ll have tea and other delicious drinks to enjoy, so there’s something for everyone!

Local Voices: Author Talks at the Historic Ramsey House is a year-long event that will spotlight a different author each month, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to explore the diverse talents shaping the region's literary landscape. Each month, attendees can expect engaging presentations, discussions, and Q&A sessions with featured authors, providing an enriching experience for writers and book lovers of all ages.

For the month of December, Clement Moore will join us at our Tea & Cocoa with Mrs. Claus event. Mr. Moore will read his treasured story, "The Night Before Christmas".

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Reserve your seat now for a fun-filled afternoon of holiday cheer.

https://www.ramseyhouse.org/system/events/view/86/local-voices-clement-moore-santa

RetroFlea Holiday Edition at Retrospect Vintage Store!
Get ready for the festive return of RetroFlea, now with a holiday twist! On December 14th, join us at Retrospect Vintage Store for a day filled with vintage treasures and seasonal cheer. This event takes place at 108 W Anderson Ave NW from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

https://www.facebook.com/retrospectvintagestore
Inside, our holiday party will be in full swing, featuring exciting promotions and festive fun. Outside, over 25 vintage vendors will showcase a wide array of unique finds from various eras, offering great deals on one-of-a-kind items.

Don’t miss this chance to shop, celebrate, and soak up the holiday spirit with us!

Come to Norris Dam December 14 for a vintage evening celebrating the Christmas season! This event will feature warm drinks, live folk music, family-friendly crafts, silent auctions, a bonfire, and Santa is planning on making a visit. This free holiday event will be Saturday, December 14th from 5:00pm to 8:30pm at the Lenoir Museum, Grist Mill, and Threshing Barn. Parking will be at the Lenoir Museum, located at 2121 Norris Freeway, with limited handicap accessible parking at the Rice Gristmill.

We will be collecting non-perishable food donations for local Norris food banks. Please consider bringing a canned food item to support your local community.

A silent pie auction will be held from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Crosby Threshing Barn! Support Norris Dam State Park and take home a tasty treat; it's a win-win! You do NOT have to be present to win- winners will be announced or called at 7:00pm on the dot!
(If you wish to donate a pie for this auction, please email holly.frerichs@tn.gov)

Kiddos can meet at the bonfire pit in front of the Threshing Barn at 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm to "Read with a Ranger" where one of our Park Rangers will read aloud a Christmas story. The Barn will also house "make your own ornament" stations!

Live music will be in the Lenoir Museum, along with historic crafts.

Norris Dam State Park, 2121 Norris Fwy, Andersonville, TN 37828-3044
https://www.facebook.com/norrisdamstatepark

6:00 PM Doors Open, 7:00 PM Show Starts
The Bird & The Book, 1509 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804

Join us for a fabulously fun show featuring song, dance and variety arts as we present our very first PG show designed around our own performers, as well as our fans, friends and those who may want to make it a little bit of a "family night out". It's an evening of cheering on and being cheered up by Knoxville's own empowered sassy-yet-classy dancin' dames who reflect women from all walks of life. Let's show the holidays how it's done! $20.00 General Admission and VIP Options are Available

TICKETS @ https://ticketstripe.com/folliesholidayhoopla
We HIGHLY recommend coming at 6:00 PM to enjoy dinner at our incredible venue, The Bird and The Book who have delicious delights!!!

For this show, tis the season is our motto! It's a magical time of friendship and family, merriment and mugs of hot chocolate, special traditions and even the possibility of snow. We invite you to celebrate this time of the year with us as we bring our our unique blend of dance-based variety entertainment your way. There will be lots of surprises too, after all it's the holiday season so don't forget to take a little time with us to brush your cares away and allow us to make you smile even if just for a a little while. Don't miss it and start a new tradition with us this year.
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This show is rated PG (based on the "film rating system"). This rating means our show may contain some material that some parents may consider unsuitable for their children, but it's not so intense that it requires strong caution. The rating is a warning for parents to examine and inquire about the show before deciding if it's appropriate for their children to attend with them.
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Celebrate the survival of another year on this wildly wonderous world that sometimes stresses us out beyond belief. This show is dedicated to everyone who threw away their "bingo card" because 2024 brought every thing that just WAS NOT on your card in any way, shape or form.
Let's do this...meet us in Maryville for a little holly jolly holidays, The Follies Girls way.
www.thefolliesgirls.org