Calendar of Events

Comedian Trae Crowder: Just Me and Y'all! at the Bijou Theatre, Friday, April 11, 2025 at 8:00PM.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006110A2BB66B2
Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, https://knoxbijou.org/

BORED TEACHERS: THE STRUGGLE IS REAL COMEDY TOUR, Friday, April 11, 7:30 PM at the Tennessee Theatre.

Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their "The Struggle is
Real!" Comedy Tour. For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a
sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in
the classroom. They've amassed over a billion views on their viral videos
on social media, over 10 million followers, and the #1 ranked teacher-
comedy podcast -- #6 of all Stand Up Comedy shows on Apple Podcasts.
Since 2022, Bored Teachers has been selling out comedy clubs and major
theatres across 49 states, bringing laughter to over 150,000 teachers
throughout the school year and has become the main event to attend in all
of teacher world. Even non-teacher fans have reviewed it as one of the
funniest stand up shows they've ever seen! The Bored Teachers Show is a
comedy powerhouse that anyone who's ever been in a classroom can
relate to.
Please note that PG-13 language is used during some sets.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B006164AAE01EE4

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

Blount Mansion is proud to present Keeley Wade, who will speak on The Suffrage Movement in Tennessee at 5pm. Tennessee’s ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment in the summer of 1920 came as a shock to many; suffragist Carrie Chapman Catt confided that she did not believe there was even “a ghost of a chance” that Tennessee would become the thirty-sixth and final state needed to ratify the amendment. What happened to change this seemingly unlikely turn of events…to find out you will need to attend!

Keeley Wade is a senior at the University of Tennessee, studying Legal and Social History. The special speaking event will be at Blount Mansion Visitors Center, 200 West Hill Avenue, Knoxville TN 37902.
Limited free parking onsite. $5 Donation suggested at the door. Cash and card accepted.
RSVP to Rose@BlountMansion.org
www.blountmansion.org

We are honored that these Knoxville residents have opened their properties to the public as a part of our annual celebration of East Tennessee's natural beauty! Properties for our 2025 Spring Featured Gardens are still TBD.

This event is free though a $5 donation per garden is suggested. Tours are self-guided; although Dogwood Arts staff and volunteers will be on-site for questions. No tickets are required.

NOTE: There is limited parking at each garden, and guests will be admitted on a first-come-first-served basis. Comfortable or hiking shoes are recommended. No pets allowed.

Dogwood Arts, 123 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-637-4561, www.dogwoodarts.com

Join us for Knoxville Opera’s annual Rossini Festival, an international street fair celebrating the music, food, art, and culture that shape East Tennessee! This beloved event transforms downtown Knoxville into a vibrant, family-friendly celebration with non-stop entertainment, delicious food, and local artisan vendors. April 12 & 13, in Downtown Knoxville Admission: Always FREE!
• Live Performances on Four Stages – Enjoy opera, jazz, gospel, classical, ballet, modern, and ethnic dance for 11 hours each day!
• Food & Drink Vendors – Savor delicious international and local flavors!
• 75+ Artisans & Vendors – Discover handmade jewelry, clothing, home décor, and more from talented creators across East Tennessee.
• The Y FunZone – A special area packed with activities to keep the kids entertained!

For over 20 years, the Rossini Festival has been a must-attend event, bringing together more than half a million visitors to experience the arts and culture of Knoxville. Don’t miss this fun, family-friendly celebration—there’s something for everyone at the Rossini Festival!

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

CARLY PEARCE: HUMMINGBIRD TOUR with CARTER FAITH
SATURDAY, APRIL 12 | 7:30PM

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

STEPHEN WILSON JR.
SON OF DAD TOUR 2025
SATURDAY, APR 12 | 8:00PM

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

Thermal Label Warehouse/The Shaw Family Pops Series
Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 8:00 p.m.
Knoxville Civic Auditorium

The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and special guests celebrate one of rock ‘n roll’s most important bands. An evening of vinyl masterpieces including “Go Your Own Way,” “Rhiannon,” “Dreams,” and “Landslide.”

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: 865-291-3310, www.knoxvillesymphony.com

All our concerts are free admission, bring your family and friends!

Rossini Festival
A full Italian Program
Saturday April 12th, 2025
12:00pm
Market Square Stage
Downtown Knoxville, TN

https://www.knoxvillecommunityband.com/#concerts

April 12: Sequoyah Branch Used Book Sale, 10:00-5:00

https://www.knoxfriends.org/book-sales/

Saturday, April 12, 2025
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Save the date for our Spring Plant Sale! KBGA members and neighbors are invited to an exclusive preview sale on Friday, April 11th.

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, 2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914. Hours: Gardens open daily from sunrise to sunset. Information: 865-862-8717, www.knoxgarden.org

WDVX Kidstuff Live, free radio show every 2nd Saturday of each month at 10am from the stage at Visit Knoxville.
On 4/12 Sarah Pirkle brings an hour of fun and real live music for the whole family.

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