Calendar of Events

Friday, February 7, 2025

Beck Cultural Exchange Center: Black History Month Events

  • February 7, 2025 — February 27, 2025

Category: Festivals, special events, History, heritage, Lecture, panel and Meetup

Celebrate with us!

FRIDAY, FEB. 7 @ BECK - The Indelible Appalachians
5:30PM
Dinner, Documentary & Discussion in partnership with UTK
RSVP at https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=2RNYUX1x3UWeypqhnAnW-doMsPbB2jpLgxTPHLA9EBJUQzJQTlo0TUNIOFA3NjlBMDRUV0g0QllUWCQlQCN0PWcu

Sat Feb 8, 15, 22, 10 AM - 2 PM @ Beck
Tell Your Story - Record Your Oral History

Feb 13 - Nat'l Assoc of Real Estate Brokers
Panel Discussion & snacks at 5:30 PM

Feb 18 at 6 PM at Beck
Hip Hop Forum = Can We Kick It?

Feb 24 at 6:30 PM at Bijou - Leaving Legacy - Living Legacy
Black History Month Feature Program

Feb 26, 5:30 PM at Beck
The Black Church - Sacred Legacy

Feb 27, 10 AM - AARP Black Veterans Scam Jam
Panel discussion with Lunch

For More Information Call Us Today at 865-524-8461 or Visit http://www.beckcenter.net

Dogwood Arts: House & Garden Show

Category: Exhibitions, visual art and Festivals, special events

At Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a DIY enthusiast, or simply looking for help on your next home project — the House & Garden Show has something for everyone.

February 7-9th at the Knoxville Convention Center
• Friday & Saturday: 10AM-6PM
• Sunday: 10AM-4PM
• Purchase Tickets Here

What to Expect: Attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup of expert speakers on the How-To Stage [presented by Patterson’s Appliances], hundreds of top vendors showcasing products and services for your home and garden, and a curated collection of handmade goods in the Maker Market. Plus, with over 10,000 square feet of beautifully designed Grand Gardens, the event is a must-see for anyone ready to escape winter and start planning for another blooming East Tennessee spring!

The best part? Everything you need is under one roof at the Knoxville Convention Center. Skip the hassle of driving all over town to gather quotes for your next home or garden project — here, you can access exclusive show discounts and connect face-to-face with industry experts, all in one convenient location. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to find expert solutions, support local businesses, and get inspired for the season ahead.

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

Keep Knoxville Beautiful: 6th Annual Sustainability Summit

  • February 7, 2025

Category: Classes, workshops, Festivals, special events, Lecture, panel, Meetup, Science, nature and Technology

Keep Knoxville Beautiful is excited to announce the sixth annual Summit on February 7, 2025!

"How to build a heat-resilient city"

Is it hot in here or is it just the infrastructure?? From greenspaces to shade trees, from building design to construction materials, how we develop a city can either keep it cool or create intense heat pockets. Join Keep Knoxville Beautiful as we learn from experts about the necessity of building a heat resilient city where we can continue to live, work, and play.

https://www.keepknoxvillebeautiful.org/sustainability-summit

Stanley's Greenhouse: Beat the Winter Blues Event

  • February 7, 2025
  • 5:30 PM

Category: Festivals, special events and Fundraisers

Stanley’s Greenhouse (3029 Davenport Rd) invites you to a special evening on 5:30 PM Friday, February 7, 2025, to beat the winter blues in the most magical way. This two-hour event promises an unforgettable experience featuring delicious food, wine, live music, and a candlelight tour of the greenhouse.

This event isn’t just about escaping the chill of winter—it’s an opportunity to support a wonderful cause. All proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Knoxville, an organization that provides a “home-away-from-home” for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.

Tickets are $50 per person, and sponsorship opportunities are available. Register at: https://www.knoxrmhc.org/event/winter-blues/. This is a popular event so make your reservation by January 30th! Casual dress encouraged.

Mark your calendar and join us for this heartwarming evening of connection, compassion, and beauty at Stanley’s Greenhouse. Together, we can brighten the season for families in need.

Sunset from the Sunsphere

  • February 7, 2025
  • 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Category: Festivals, special events

Come watch the sunset from the Sunsphere, the best view in the city! February 7, 810 Clinch Avenue, Floor 4, 810 Clinch Avenue, Floor 4, 5:30 to 6:30 PM.

For this special evening tour, we invite you to enjoy refreshments, explore the Observation Deck, shop local, and watch the sun go down over our scruffy little city. Event times vary based on scheduled sunset.

https://www.visitknoxville.com/event/sunsphere-sunset/29057

Kern's Food Hall: February Events

  • February 5, 2025 — February 22, 2025

Category: Culinary arts, food, Dance, movement, Festivals, special events, Film, Kids, family, Meetup and Music

Wicked - Movie Night - Watch Wicked on the event lawn.
Feb 5th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

Tennessee Basketball Watch Party - Come grab a bite and a drink at Kern's Food Hall while watching the Tennessee Ba...
Feb 5th | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST

Live Music - BEN STEPHENS
Feb 7th | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM EST

SALSA/BACHATA in the taproom 9pm-1am
Feb 7th - 8th
Feb 14th - 15th
Feb 21st - 22nd

Live Music - DANIMAL PINSON
Feb 8th | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

Live Music - COURTNEY HOLDER
Feb 14th | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

Live Music - COLE GRAHAM & THE WHISKEY RIVER
COLE GRAHAM & THE WHISKEY RIVER 7-9pm
Feb 15th & 22nd

Live Music - MILKSHAKE FATTY
Feb 21st | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Live Music - LE GATO
Feb 22nd | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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

Knoxville Walking Tours

  • January 1, 2025 — December 31, 2025

Category: Festivals, special events and History, heritage

Storyteller Laura Still helps you live the stories of pioneers, soldiers, outlaws, and even fictional characters who walked these streets before you.

Knoxville has a rich history full of colorful characters and famous, and infamous, figures whose lives have been the inspiration for books, movies, and works of art. Take a stroll through history in beautiful downtown Knoxville while listening to true tales of the heroes, heels, and hardened criminals that are part of the hidden lore of this unique East Tennessee town.

A portion of the proceeds for downtown tours go to help fund the work of the non-profit Knoxville History Project. Many stories are based on the books and stories of award-winning journalist and writer Jack Neely. Knoxville Walking Tours opens a window to Knoxville’s varied past and leads you on a journey through both hard times and high times of a city growing through over two centuries of history.

Tours include:
• Knoxville: The Early Years
• Misbehaving Women
• Civil War
• Gunslingers
• Musical History
• Literary Heritage
• Side Street Shadows Ghost Tours
• Knoxville Botanical Garden
• Old Gray Cemetery
• Side Street Shadows Ghost Tours

Tour on Your Schedule! Rather than posting a calendar, we’re letting you pick the tour and time — subject to availability. Call (865)309-4522 or visit https://knoxvillewalkingtours.com/