Calendar of Events

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Knoxville Classical Guitar: Gaëlle Solal

Category: Music

Gaëlle Solal, born into a music-loving family, discovered classical guitar at five and began formal studies at the Marseille Conservatoire a year later. By sixteen, she was attending the Paris Conservatoire, fulfilling her childhood dream of becoming a dancer and musician. She graduated three years later with honors and pursued further studies at the Hochschule für Musik in Cologne while competing internationally. In 1998, she became the first female French musician to win the City of Alessandria Competition, among twelve other national and international prizes.

Where: The Episcopal Church of the Good Samaritan, Knoxville, TN
When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Tickets: https://www.knoxvilleclassicalguitar.com/

Knoxville Chamber Orchestra in Performance

  • April 26, 2025
  • 7:00 PM

Category: Music

Knoxville Chamber Orchestra in performance on April 26, 7:00 PM.

Beethoven Trio Op. 9, no. 3
I. Allegro con spirito
II. Adagio con espressione
III. Scherzo. Allegro molto e vivace
IV. Finale. Presto

Gabriel Pierné Trois Pièces en trio
I. Prélude
II. Cantilène
III. Scherzando de concert

Piotr Szewczyk, Furioso

Evie Chen, violin, Hillary Herndon, viola, Wesley Baldwin, cello.

Performances at Westminster Presbyterian, 6500 Northshore Drive.
Suggested donation $25 at the door / students free.

https://www.knoxvillechambermusicsociety.com/

Tennessee Theatre: Chris Isaak Live on Tour

Category: Music

Saturday, April 26 • 8pm

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com

CAC Beardsley Community Farm Spring Plant Sale at Crafty Bastard Brewery

  • April 26, 2025

Category: Culinary arts, food, Festivals, special events, Free event, Meetup and Science, nature

Get your garden ready with exceptional quality plants while supporting a great cause!
Saturday, April 26th (Rain Date: April 27th) 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Crafty Bastard Brewery (6 Emory Place)

Join us for a fantastic day of gardening, community, and craft brews at Crafty Bastard Brewery! Connect with fellow plant lovers, stock up on high-quality plants, and support a great cause—all proceeds from the plant sale will directly benefit our farm’s outreach, educational programs, and produce distribution initiatives.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1721496918713135/

Momentum Dance Lab at McClung

Category: Dance, movement

4 PM and 6:30 PM
Tickets $10
Light refreshments provided

Prepare for an unforgettable evening where science meets performance art at the McClung Museum of Natural History & Culture. Momentum Dance Lab presents a unique dance experience set against the backdrop of the museum’s “X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out” exhibition. Matinee Performance at 4:00 PM (Seating opens at 3:30 PM), Evening Performance & Reception: 6:30 PM

Momentum Dance Lab’s performers will explore the fascinating world of fish anatomy through the lens of modern dance, using their own bodies to mimic the fluidity, form, and mystery found within the exhibit. Set amidst actual scientific imagery, the dancers will create a dialogue between movement and biology that’s sure to intrigue art lovers and science enthusiasts alike. Reserve your tickets now and witness a performance that fuses art, dance, and science in a way that’s truly one of a kind.

https://www.momentumdancelab.org/

Oak Ridge Reservation: Bird Nature Walk

  • April 26, 2025

Category: Free event, Health, wellness, Kids, family and Science, nature

On the Oak Ridge Reservation, located in east Tennessee, over 1100 vascular plants, 72 fish, 34 mammals and over 200 bird species have been observed. The public is invited to nature walks designed to highlight not only the rich flora and fauna diversity of the reservation, but also to demonstrate the work being done to sustainably manage and conserve this resource. Walks will take place on several locations across the Oak Ridge Reservation beginning in late winter through late summer. Reservations must be made in advance by noon the Thursday prior to each walk by contacting Nick Oldham 865-341-3670 (oldhamnv@ornl.gov). More information about these walks is available by contacting Trent Jett at 865-574-9188 (jettrt@ornl.gov).

Bird nature walk – Freels Bend
Date: Saturday, April 26
Location: Meet at the parking lot behind (i.e. south of) the ORISE building at the corner of Bethel Valley and Pumphouse Roads
Time: 8:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Leader: Sarah Darling, Kelly Roy, and Neil Giffen (ORNL)
Limit: 25 (children are allowed)
Walking will be over dirt/gravel roads (distance 1-2 miles). Dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring bug spray, field guide to birds, binoculars, and water. We should see birds of prey and many sparrows in the extensive native grass fields, migrating warblers in the early successional and mature forested areas, and wading birds in the waters along the Clinch River. No pets please.

East Tennessee Maker's Market: Spring Event

  • April 26, 2025
  • 9 AM - 3 PM

Category: Exhibitions, visual art, Festivals, special events and Free event

McArthur Pavilion. Maryville College campus

Thank you for visiting our site! This charming, family-friendly, open-air market is an event you won't want to miss, so follow us on social media to stay connected! With a fantastic variety of vendors showcasing handcrafted one-of-a-kind items, you're sure to find something special. Plus, we offer only gourmet and clean scratch-made sweet and savory food options and lively music. Parking and admission are free. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to support local artisans and enjoy a day of fun on the beautiful campus of Maryville College!

https://www.easttnmakersmarket.com/events

Birdhouse Knoxville: UT Jazz Ensemble

  • April 26, 2025
  • 7-9 PM

Category: Music

$10 tickets online or at the door | includes a drink and light snacks
The UT Jazz Ensemble will once again be delighting us with their musical talents!
https://www.simpletix.com/e/ut-jazz-ensemble-tickets-213836

Knoxville Habitat for Humanity ReStore: Earth Day

  • April 26, 2025
  • 9 AM - 6 PM

Category: Festivals, special events and Music

Join us Saturday, April 26 for an Earth Day celebration filled with community, creativity, and sustainability! Whether you're a passionate recycler, a local shopper, or just love supporting a good cause, this event is for YOU.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
Shop one-of-a-kind items made and sold by our talented local makers.
Learn about green initiatives and environmental resources from Knoxville’s awesome community organizations.
Upcycled Furniture Demo – Get creative reuse inspiration with a live upcycling demo!
Pastelito’s Cuban Bakery – Enjoy authentic Cuban flavors available for purchase from 10am - 2pm.
Got old electronics gathering dust? Our partner eCycle will collect your recyclable tech at the ReStore April 22-26.
And of course — explore the ReStore for great finds that keep perfectly good items out of the landfill and help build affordable homeownership opportunities right here in Knoxville!

1511 Downtown West Boulevard, Knoxville TN 37919
https://www.facebook.com/events/1635793783972257/

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

UT Opera Theatre: Dialogues of the Carmelites

  • April 25, 2025 — April 27, 2025

Category: Music

UT Opera Theatre Presents DIALOGUES OF THE CARMELITES BY FRANCIS POULENC
April 25 - 27 at the Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street.

Tickets at: https://knoxbijou.org/?s=UT+Opera

https://www.facebook.com/utkopera/

Art Guild of Tellico Village: Art Show

Category: Exhibitions, visual art, Festivals, special events, Fine Crafts and Free event

Info: agtv.president@gmail.com

The 2025 Art Show of the Art Guild of Tellico Village will take place on April 25, 26 and 27. Presented at the Community Church at Tellico Village in Loudon TN, this acclaimed display showcases more than 250 pieces of art, highlighting the exceptional and varied creativity of Art Guild members.

"Art enthusiasts from all over East Tennessee fiock to this professional-level exhibition, and it is a favorite community event in Tellico Village," says show chairperson and guild president Donna Hart. "The Art Guild is proud of this opportunity to publicly show the abundant talents from its 200+ members."

For over 20 years, this Art Show has showcased a wide variety of subjects, styles and media, in both 2-and 3- dimensional artworks. Watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, inks, graphite, colored pencil, scratchboard, photography, gourds, wood carving, jewelry, ceramics, fiber art, sculpture, weavings, fused glass, stained glass, collage and mixed media will featured again this year. Much of the artwork will be for sale.

Throughout the 3-day event, guests are invited to watch demonstrations and learn from "Artists at Work." Many talented Art Guild member artists will be sharing their inspirations, techniques, tips, and materials in various art mediums. The public is invited to vote for the "Peoples' Choice Award." Dr. Carl Gombert, award-winning artist and distinguished art professor at Maryville College, will serve as juror to select three Awards of Excellence, for 2-Dimensional Art, 3-Dimensional Art, and Photography. Jerry's Artarama of Knoxville, which sells an extensive selection of fine art supplies, will award gift certificates to the chosen winners. Visitors will also be treated to a continuous variety of live music each day of the show.

The 2025 Art Show takes place April 25-27, on Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-5, and Sunday 11-4. The public is invited to the Opening Reception on Friday from 4-6pm, when many exhibiting artists will be on site to meet and greet visitors. The Community Church at Tellico Village is located at 130 Chota Ctr, Loudon, TN. Art Show attendance
is FREE to the public and all are welcome. www.tellicoartguild.com

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