Calendar of Events
Friday, April 25, 2025
Dogwood Arts: Dogwood Arts Festival
Category: Culinary arts, food, Exhibitions, visual art, Festivals, special events, Fine Crafts, Free event, Kids, family and Meetup
World's Fair Park, 963 World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916
Established in 1961, the Dogwood Arts Festival is one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville! The festival is held on the beautifully redesigned Performance Lawn at World’s Fair Park and features over 100 fine art vendors, live music, entertainment, children's activities, food & beverage vendors, and more.
Friday & Saturday: 10AM - 7PM
Sunday: 10AM - 5PM
Dogwood Arts, 123 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-637-4561, www.dogwoodarts.com
Fun K-Town 2025: Knoxville’s Ultimate Board Game Weekend
Category: Festivals, special events, Kids, family and Meetup
Knoxville’s ultimate board gaming event is back for its 5th year! Fun K-Town is family game night on a whole new level, where your family includes hundreds of board game enthusiasts and you have nearly 1,000 games to choose from! What to Expect:
A massive Game Library – check out and play from an extensive selection of board games!
The Game of the Hour – learn new games throughout the event!
A fun and friendly atmosphere – perfect for meeting new gaming friends or enjoying hours of play with family and old pals.
Three full days of board gaming fun – from classics to the latest and greatest!
Don't wait to register! 2025 marks our 5th anniversary, and we expect another sellout event!
April 25 (12 PM) – April 27 (6 PM) at Knoxville Convention Center | 701 Henley Streethttps://www.facebook.com/Fun.K.Town.Games
McClung Museum: Yoga at the Museum
Category: Free event, Health, wellness and Meetup
Friday, April 25, 2025 9:30am to 10:30am
Friday, May 1 9:30am to 10:30am
Thursday, May 15, 2025 9:30am to 10:30am
End your week with gentle yoga at the McClung Museum. Enjoy breathing, relaxing movements, and stretching, with some calm, meditative moments to ease you into your Friday. We encourage you to wear comfortable clothes that you can move in and bring a yoga mat. Forgot your mat or don't have one? No problem! The museum has a limited supply of mats to loan. No experience is necessary.
About the Instructor: Megan Fields just celebrated her 20th anniversary at UT and currently serves as the Director of Public Speaking. She also lives on campus as a sorority house director and enjoys supporting students. In her free time, she teaches yoga and meditation and enjoys reading and hiking. Her life goal is to share mindfulness practices to stay grounded in this fast-paced, distracted culture.
https://calendar.utk.edu/event/copy-of-yoga-at-the-museum
McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture, 1327 Circle Park Dr on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Hours: Tu-Sa 9-5, Sun 12-4. Information: 865-974-2144, https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/
Union Ave Books: April Events
Category: Free event, Lecture, panel, Literature, spoken word, writing and Meetup
First Fridays Poetry Night - This event will take place on April 4th at 6:00pm at the bookstore.
Rachel Coffman - This event will take place on April 12th from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the bookstore.
Heather White - This event will take place on April 15th at 6:00pm at the bookstore.
Bill Haltom - This event will take place on April 25th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the bookstore.
Our next book club will take place on the last Monday of the month at Knox Brew Hub starting at 6:30 pm.
Everyone is welcome.
These are free events. Please RSVP so we know to expect you!
Union Ave Books, 517 Union Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-951-2180, www.unionavebooks.com
SalsaKnox Dance Company: Salsa Parties
Category: Classes, workshops, Dance, movement and Meetup
Knoxville’s ONLY Salsa Party With 2 Instructors Teaching Lead & Follow—All for Just $10! Master your salsa and bachata basics before the party starts—get top-notch instruction from both lead and follow perspectives in a single class! No Partner Needed—Perfect for Beginners & Seasoned Dancers.
Friday Salsa Party Schedule inside Monday Night Proofing Co at Kern's Food Hall
9:00 PM–Salsa Class, 9:30 PM–Bachata Class, 10:00 PM–1:00 AM–Social Dancing
Price: $10 cover, Includes both dance lessons and the party—no hidden fees.
EVERY SATURDAY SALSA PARTY at Holiday Inn Cedar Bluff
Date: Every Saturday!, Time: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and fun with this incredible dance experiences in one location! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just starting, this event is designed for everyone to enjoy.
Information: info@salsaknox.com or (865) 455-3658. https://www.salsaknox.com/
