Calendar of Events

Friday, February 28, 2025

Museum of Appalachia: Heroes of Southern Appalachia

  • February 28, 2025

Category: Festivals, special events

A dinner & awards ceremony honoring persons whose accomplishments have cultivated greater awareness and understanding of Appalachian culture.

Museum of Appalachia, 2819 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton, TN 37716. Information: 865-494-7680, www.museumofappalachia.org

Ancient Lore Village: A Night in the Empyrean: Book Club Dinner Adventure

  • February 28, 2025

Category: Culinary arts, food, Festivals, special events and Literature, spoken word, writing

Step into the world of Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean series for a night where fantasy meets reality! On February 28, Ancient Lore Village transforms into Basgiath War College, inviting dragon riders, rebellious scribes, and devoted fans to an immersive book club dinner.

Dive into fiery discussions on the latest release, Onyx Storm, enjoy a warrior-worthy feast, and test your knowledge with trivia and games. Dress as your favorite character for a costume contest, sip Fourth Wing-inspired cocktails, and celebrate the magic of this beloved series.

Seats are limited—reserve your spot among the riders today!
https://www.ancientlorevillage.com/events/book-club-dinner-empyrean-series-by-rebecca-yarros

Knoxville Walking Tours

  • January 1, 2025 — December 31, 2025

Category: Festivals, special events and History, heritage

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/