Your Guide to Holiday Events & Festivities in Knoxville
The holiday season is right around the corner—and there’s no need to stress! Knoxville is bursting with festive fun, cozy spots, and plenty of things to see and do all season long. We’ve collected the top holiday events for your family & friends to make the most of the wonderful season!
Lights & Festivities
All across Knox County, the parks are glowing with dazzling light displays, outdoor ice skating is popping up around town, and holiday cheer fills the air. Take time to explore these festive spots and seasonal events to soak in the magic and make the most of this special time of year.
Aspiration in Lights
Aspire Park | November 15th - January 4th
Countdown to Light the Park
Founder’s Park | November 24th
Light the Park
Cove at Concord Park | Every night, November 25th to January 1st
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Fantasy of Trees
Knoxville Convention Center | November 26th - 30th
Campbell Station Skate
Mayor Ralph McGill Plaza | November 22 through Jan 3rd
* Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, & New Year’s Day
Knoxville’s Holidays on Ice
Market Square | November 28th - January 4th
Light Up Lakeshore
Lakeshore Park | November 29th - January 1st
All is Bright
Pinnacle at Turkey Creek | November 21st
* Photos with Santa, vendors, activities, treats, music & more!
WIVK Christmas Parade
Downtown Knoxville | December 5th
Breakfast with the Grinch
Kingdom Faith Church | December 6th
Oak Ridge Christmas Markets
Oak Ridge | December 6th & 20th
Ijams Annual Holiday Market
Ijams | December 7th
Dark Market’s Krampuslauf Market & Krampus Parade
Hi-Wire Brewing | December 12th
Holly Jolly Hoedown - Christmas Line Dancing
Walnut Springs Winery | December 12th
Holiday Movie Magic
Tennessee Theatre
December 12th - ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
December 13th - ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’
December 14th - ‘ Home Alone’
Candlelight Christmas Tours
Mabry-Hazen House | December 12th
Breakfast in the Barn
Horse Haven of Tennessee | December 13th
Halls Christmas Market
December 13th
Cheers & Cheer Holiday Market
Crafty Brewery - West | December 13th
Winter Market at Biddle Farms
Biddle Farms, Farragut | December 14th
Santa Paws: Pet Photos with Santa
Hi-Wire Brewing | December 14th
Holiday Shows
Experience the magic of the season come to life on stage! From festive concerts to enchanting performances, Knoxville is brimming with holiday shows this winter that you won’t want to miss.
A Christmas Carol
Clarence Brown Theatre Production | November 20th to December 20th
Rudolph the Red-Nosed
Knoxville Children’s Theatre Production | December 5th - 21st
Cirque Dream Holidaze
Tennessee Theatre | December 6th
The Nutcracker
Knoxville Auditorium | December 6th & 7th
The Greatest Christmas on Earth
Tennessee Theatre | December 9th
Pentatonix - Christmas in the City Tour
Food City Center | December 13th
39th Annual Clayton Holiday Concert
Knoxville Auditorium | December 19th - 21st
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Talmi Entertainment Production | Tennessee Theatre | December 19th & 20th
