Calendar of Events

Join us for the Annual Winter Heritage Festival and step back in time to experience the challenges and skills of pioneer life!
On January 25th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, visit the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center for a day of hands-on demonstrations, where you can practice pioneer survival skills and discover what life was like during the pioneer era.
Learn new crafts, explore historic artifacts, and gain insight into the weapons used by pioneers to survive in the Southern Appalachian region. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the past!

https://gsmheritagecenter.org/events-tickets/

Jan 24, 2025 - 6-9pm and Jan 25, 2025 -9a-6p

Join us at the 9th Annual ChocolateFest on January 24th and 25th, where The Kraken’s Cup will offer a delightful selection of chocolate teas for you to taste and purchase. Kick off the weekend with a brand-new exclusive event — “ChocolateFest: After Dark” on Friday evening, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This adults-only gathering showcases premium chocolates, captivating performances, live music, and a romantic ambiance, making it an ideal date night! Each ticket includes a free tasting, a complimentary photo opportunity, and access to a cash bar.

Return on Saturday, from 9 AM to 6 PM, to enjoy VIP Tasting Experiences at 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:00 PM. Sample a variety of delicious chocolates, candies, and gifts from Knoxville’s top vendors, or stroll through the vendor floor with General Admission to discover the perfect Valentine’s Day surprises.

Please be aware: VIP timed tickets offer a 45-minute tasting/show and access to the vendor floor, while General Admission provides vendor floor access only. Make sure to choose the correct time slot when buying tickets. Please note that tickets are non-refundable. Get your tickets at www.mychocolatefest.com/buy-tickets/

Market Square, Saturday (10 AM – 2 PM)

The Winter Farmers Market is an open-air, producer-only farmers market managed by Nourish Knoxville and held on Saturdays, December – March in the heart of downtown Knoxville. Everything at the Winter Farmers Market is grown, raised, and/or made by our vendors within a 150-mile radius of Knoxville, TN. Products vary by season and include fresh fruits & vegetables, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, edible & ornamental plants, cut flowers, bread & baked goods, jams & jellies, coffee, artisan crafts, and more! We offer SNAP & SNAP Doubling services each market day and Nourish Kids – a free kids activity – on the 2nd Saturday of each month.

Parking: Free parking is available in the Market Square, Locust Street, Langley, and State Street parking garages. Short-term parking meters around Market Square are also available at an hourly rate as well.

https://www.nourishknoxville.org/winter-market/

This month, we’re kicking the year off with a midnight release, author meet-and-greets, and much more. Keep reading for all the details and mark your calendars!

Katie Holt - This event will take place on January 5 at 3:00pm at the bookstore. This is a free event. Please RSVP so we know to expect you!

Adam Rosenbaum - This event will take place on January 15 at 3:00pm at the bookstore. This is a free event. Please RSVP so we know to expect you!

Join us on January 20th from 10 PM to 1 AM for a night shrouded in intrigue and excitement at the Onyx Storm Midnight Release! Immerse yourself in the captivating world of The Empyrean series as you embark on a thrilling adventure filled with riddles, puzzles, and clues hidden throughout the store. Secure your tickets now and step into a world of magic and mystery!

Andrew K. Clark - This event will take place on January 26 at 3:00pm at the bookstore. This is a free event. Please RSVP so we know to expect you!

Jessi Gold - This event will take place on January 29 at 6:00pm at the East Tennessee History Center. This is a free event. Please RSVP so we know to expect you!

Billy Collins - Friends of Music and the Arts, The Episcopal Church of the Ascension and Union Ave Books are excited to present Billy Collins for Water, Water. This ticketed event will take place on Thursday, January 30th at 7:30pm at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension. Doors will open at 6:30pm and a book signing will follow the reading. Purchase Tickets

Union Ave Books, 517 Union Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-951-2180, www.unionavebooks.com

Storyteller Laura Still helps you live the stories of pioneers, soldiers, outlaws, and even fictional characters who walked these streets before you.

Knoxville has a rich history full of colorful characters and famous, and infamous, figures whose lives have been the inspiration for books, movies, and works of art. Take a stroll through history in beautiful downtown Knoxville while listening to true tales of the heroes, heels, and hardened criminals that are part of the hidden lore of this unique East Tennessee town.

A portion of the proceeds for downtown tours go to help fund the work of the non-profit Knoxville History Project. Many stories are based on the books and stories of award-winning journalist and writer Jack Neely. Knoxville Walking Tours opens a window to Knoxville’s varied past and leads you on a journey through both hard times and high times of a city growing through over two centuries of history.

Tours include:
• Knoxville: The Early Years
• Misbehaving Women
• Civil War
• Gunslingers
• Musical History
• Literary Heritage
• Side Street Shadows Ghost Tours
• Knoxville Botanical Garden
• Old Gray Cemetery
• Side Street Shadows Ghost Tours

Tour on Your Schedule! Rather than posting a calendar, we’re letting you pick the tour and time — subject to availability. Call (865)309-4522 or visit https://knoxvillewalkingtours.com/