Calendar of Events

Performances will begin at 6 on Friday and Saturday and end at 10. Old time jam to extend late each night. On Sunday we will present a honky tonk and Cajun dance matinee from 2-5. Lineup (subject to change):

Friday (6-10)
Epworth Old Harp Singers (shape note, local) https://www.oldharp.org/
Lincoln Park String Band (old time, local)
Gladson Family Band (old time and bluegrass, East Tennessee)
Kindred Valley (folk, West Virginia) https://www.kvband.com/
Newfound Gap (bluegrass, North Carolina)
UT Appalachian Strings (bluegrass, local) https://music.utk.edu/ensembles/
Count This Penny (folk, local) https://countthispenny.com/

Saturday (6-10)
Tennessee Stifflegs (honky tonk, local) https://tennesseestifflegs.bandcamp.com/
Saro Lynch-Thomason (ballads, North Carolina) https://www.sarosings.com/
Blakeley Burger and Nadia Ramlagan (old time, Kentucky) https://www.blakeleyburger.com/
Joseph Allred (folk, East Tennessee) https://poorfaulkner.bandcamp.com/
Y'uns (jug band, local)
Susan Pepper and Songbird Burkey (ballads, North Carolina) https://www.nestofsingingbirds.com/
John Haywood and Leo Shannon (old time, Kentucky) https://www.haywoodarts.com/music
Mumbillies with Square Dance (old time, Local)

Sunday (2-5)
Russell Walker Band (honky tonk, local)
Beau Cheval (Cajun, Louisiana) https://beaucheval.bandcamp.com/

Weekend Pass $30 general advance, $29 for JCA Members, Seniors, Students
Friday $20 day of festival; $15 general advance; $14 for JCA Members, Seniors, Students
Saturday $20 day of festival; $15 general advance; $14 for JCA Members, Seniors, Students
Sunday $10 day of festival; $10 general advance; $9 for JCA Members, Seniors, Students

Advance tickets at https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com/56th-jubilee-festival/

Following the Pattern: A UTK Group Exhibition Exploring Visual Patterns, curated by Hannah Jordan
March 7th 5pm-9pm, March 8th 10am- 1pm

Artists:
Viktoriia Berger
Bret Berry
Lauren Booker
Sara Caoile
Brigit Ciskowski
Abbigail Corwin
Susan Feinberg
Shannon Ferguson
Hannah Jordan
Hannah Langer
Richard Mabula
Ivy Manska
Kai Mote
Mable Ni
Hannah Jane Oliver
Lindsay Skvarek
Chante Thomas

Following the Pattern is a group exhibition at Gallery 1010 exploring visual patterns curated by Hannah Jordan. The patterns incorporated into the artworks are sourced from textiles, interior/exterior decor, nature, culturally significant objects, religious/meditative designs, and more, with a goal of enhancing the viewer's knowledge of patterns that they encounter in everyday life.

Gallery 1010, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 114, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Reception Fri 5-9 PM, Sat 10 AM – 1 PM, or by appointment. Information: https://gallery1010.utk.edu/

Gallery 1010 is a contemporary art exhibition space located at 100 S. Gay Street in Suite 114 of the Emporium Center of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. As one of three University of Tennessee School of Art galleries, Gallery 1010 is the only fully student-run, non-profit, off-campus exhibition space in the state of Tennessee. The mission of Gallery 1010 is to provide space for the School of Art students of the University of Tennessee to experiment and develop new ideas while gaining educational gallery experience in professional standards and practices.

ALI SIDDIQ: IN THE SHADOWS TOUR
FRIDAY, MAR 7 | 7:00PM

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

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.

March 7, 2025, 7:30-9:15 pm
Celebrate “Women in Jazz” month with an all-woman ensemble led by bassist Teja Veal.
www.helloimteja.com

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

Opens 5:30-8:30 PM
After our two month break from Gallery Night we are excited to be back on March 7th with Cary Ratliff! Cary has been a woodworker for nearly 50 years and is showcasing his wooden sculptures for March’s First Friday Gallery Night. All of his pieces will for sale and as always we will have beer, snacks and our members will be showcasing their latest and greatest.

Able Trade, 203 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: https://weareabletrade.com/ or www.instagram.com/abletradeknox/

Come experience the best view in the city as the sun sets over Knoxville from the iconic Sunsphere on March 7 at 6:00 PM.

For this exclusive evening tour, guests are invited to:
Enjoy refreshments, Explore the Observation Deck, Shop local with unique finds and Take in the breathtaking sunset over our scruffy little city.

Event times are scheduled to align with sunset—don’t miss this unforgettable experience! Secure your spot today at https://shop.visitknoxville.com/a/experiences/en-US/8269607207167

https://www.worldsfairpark.org/sunsphere

Red Branch Reading Series: A Union Ave Books partnership with The Red Branch Review for March’s First Fridays Poetry Night, featuring Wesley Scott McMasters, Nome Emeka Patrick, Kelsey A. Solomon, and Noah Soltau. This free event will take place on March 7th from 6-8pm at the Union Ave bookstore. Please RSVP on the Union Ave events page so we know to expect you.

Union Ave Books, 517 Union Ave. Knoxville, TN 37902
https://unionavebooks.com/events

A solo show, opening March 7, 6-9 PM
Instagram @butzineceramics

1528 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920
Phone: (865) 595-1900
Instagram @mightymudstudio
https://galleries.mightymud.com/

Friday, March 7, 2025, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Join the Guild for First Friday downtown. Featured artists showcase their work and demonstrate their craft. Come see the Guild's office space and enjoy our permanent collection. And there's popcorn!
Featured Artist: David Liles, photography.

At the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 113. Foothills Craft Guild: 865-470-0669, www.foothillscraftguild.org

Join WDVX for our next First Friday Live at Visit Knoxville on Friday, March 7 at 6pm.
A free, live radio show with host Daniel Fluitt and musical guests UT Appalachian Strings featuring The Collective Unit Revival Band!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1YqbkPiaRH/

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

Join us every Friday from 7-9 PM outside of the Tavern at Maker Exchange & kick off the weekend with great music, good vibes, and tasty drinks! 710 Clinch Avenue

Parking Tip: Enjoy free valet at the Marriott when you drink or dine in the Tavern!
https://www.makerexchangeknox.com/happenings/

Movie Night - Space Jam - Watch Space Jam on the event lawn.
Mar 5th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

LIVE MUSIC | DEVIN HARREL
Mar 7th | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

SALSA/BACHATA in the taproom 9pm-1am
Mar 7th - 8th Mar EST

LIVE MUSIC | UTK MUSICAL THEATER GROUP
Mar 8th | 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM EST

LIVE. MUSIC | CHRIS MOREL BAND | MARCH 14TH | 6 - 9 PM

SALSA/BACHATA in the taproom 9pm-1am
Mar 14th - 15th Mar EDT

St Patrick's Day Celebration
Free Axe Throwing 2-6 PM 360 Photo Booth 2 - 6 PM Celtic Band 6 - 9 PM
Mar 17th | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT

Knox Social Speed Dating - Come find the one at Kern's Food Hall!
Mar 19th | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT

LIVE MUSIC | JAC CONLEY
Mar 21st | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

LIVE MUSIC | CHELSEA SAMPLES
Mar 22nd | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

LIVE MUSIC | DANIMAL PINSON
Mar 29th | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT

Live Music - JAZZSPIRATIONS
Mar 29th | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM EDT

Kerns Food Hall, 2201 Kern’s Rising Way, Knoxville, TN 37920 | https://kernsfoodhall.com/