Calendar of Events

7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Join us for The Summer Soiree at the KMA—a lively, annual fundraiser celebrating the arts! Dance the night away to the sounds of the Wes Bailey Band while savoring exquisite hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Holly Hambright of Holly’s Eventful Catering. This enchanting summer evening promises to be the most enjoyable way to support the cultural heartbeat of our community. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in a night of fun and philanthropy at the Knoxville Museum of Art!

Presented by Ann & Steve Bailey and hosted by Art House. Questions? Email arthouse@knoxart.org.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park, Knoxville, TN 37916. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org.

Step into a realm of magic and wonder at Waltz of the Faeries, an exquisite masquerade ball where fantasy and elegance intertwine. On May 17, 2025, beneath glowing lanterns and a starlit sky, don your finest fae-inspired attire and waltz through a night of live music, mystical quests, enchanting elixirs, and dazzling masquerade contests. With exclusive VIP perks, a whimsical marketplace, and an evening of spellbinding surprises, this is your chance to embrace the magic.

https://www.ancientlorevillage.com/waltz-of-the-faeries/

Knoxville Chamber Orchestra in performance, May 17, at 7:00 PM.

​Anton Arensky Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 32 (violin, cello, piano).
Mozart Piano Trio in E major, K. 542

​Sean Claire, violin
Cherylonda Fitzgerald, cello
Ryan Fogg, piano

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

https://www.knoxvillechambermusicsociety.com/

1:00-5:00 PM
Tickets and more information coming soon.

Knoxville Opera: 865-524-0795, https://www.knoxvilleopera.org/

We are excited to announce our 2025 Open Streets Knoxville event.
On Sunday, May 18th from 2:00 - 6:00 pm, we will come together on Sutherland Avenue!
The route will span from North Bellemeade Ave. to Division St.

Visit https://www.bwknox.org/openstreets for more information.

3:00p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church, Oak Ridge

We complete the season and kick off the summer with patriotic tunes in honor or Memorial Day. Enjoy our collaboration with the Oak Ridge Community Band and an additional new section of the Children's Choir directed by Mason VanHorn.

http://www.roanechoralsociety.org

The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra is returning to The Gateway in 2025 with free concerts!

• Friday, 5/20 at noon

We hope to see you there!
Parking is limited; additional parking at St. John's Lutheran Church, 544 N. Broadway

The Gateway, 503 W 5th Avenue, Knoxville
https://metrodrug.org/recovery-support/the-gateway/

“All in Color!"
Concert Thursday, May 22nd at 6:30pm
Details TBA
https://www.alztennessee.org/events/upcoming-events/hearts-sing-chorus

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.

May 23, 2025, 7:30-9:15 pm
It’s Motown vs. Stax – a tribute to two legendary record labels featuring some of Knoxville’s TOP performers.

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

Join us the 4th Friday of every month from 5-7PM, Muse Knoxville at Chilhowee Park offers the public a FREE evening of play at our museum. These nights are all about community, so be sure to invite your family and friends! https://themuseknoxville.org/free-family-night/

IN ORDER TO MAKE YOUR FREE FAMILY NIGHT ENJOYABLE, PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Stay in close proximity to your children at all times.
Muse Knoxville has a set number of guests that can be allowed into the museum at any one time.
Please be respectful of museum exhibits, staff, and guests.
Shoes are required at all times.
Muse Knoxville reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone that poses a threat to the well-being of museum guests or property.

The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street, Knoxville, TN 37914. Information: 865-594-1494, www.themuseknoxville.org

Friday, May 23 - Sunset Series Concert: Acoustic Eidolon

All concerts are scheduled to take place in the Heritage Center's covered, open-air amphitheater. Seating is provided, although all guests are welcome to bring a cushion, pillow, blanket, etc. as needed. Doors open 90 minutes prior to showtime, and concessions are available at that time as well. No outside food or drink except for bottled water is allowed into the amphitheater. No alcohol can be brought in with you.

For more information or to order tickets by phone, please call the office at 865-448-0044.
https://gsmheritagecenter.org/events-tickets
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center | 123 Cromwell Drive | Townsend, TN 37882

Scythian - In Support of the Chesterton Academy on Sunday, May 25 , 7:00 PM at the Bijou Theatre.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00623CBACE614C

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