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Knoxville is set to host an array of exciting festivals featuring culinary experiences, cultural celebrations, and entertainment for all. Highlights include the Cheese Fest, Brick Blast LEGO event, Library Lollapalooza, and ArabFest. Food lovers can enjoy Knoshville showcasing Jewish and Israeli cuisines, while music enthusiasts can look forward to the Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival. The season will culminate with memorable events including WWE Smackdown and the Rhinestone Fest. There’s something for everyone as the community embraces spring and summer festivities.
Knoxville is gearing up for an exciting festival season filled with culinary delights, cultural celebrations, and entertainment for all ages. Starting with the Cheese Fest, a week-long event celebrating all things cheese kicks off soon, featuring tastings, pairings, and more. Ticket prices for Cheese Fest events range from $25 to $100 and can be purchased at knoxvillecheesefest.com.
Another major attraction this season is the 4th Annual Brick Blast, a family-friendly LEGO event happening on a date yet to be specified from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the United Methodist Church on Middlebrook Pike. This event offers free admission, welcoming LEGO enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy building and creativity.
The Library Lollapalooza is another highlight, themed A Circus of Tumbling Tales. This program aims to entertain families with fairy tale characters and aerial performances while raising funds for children’s scholarships. Tickets for this fun-filled event are priced at $15 for adults and $12 for children aged 2-12.
The ArabFest, scheduled from noon to 8 p.m. at Market Square, promises to celebrate Arab American heritage with traditional dances, fashion shows, live music, and a variety of Middle Eastern merchandise for attendees to shop for.
Food lovers can look forward to Knoshville, an annual event that showcases a range of traditional Jewish and Israeli foods. Set to take place at the Arnstein Jewish Community Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event also features Kiz Zone inflatables for children’s entertainment, making it a family-friendly gathering.
Additionally, the Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival is lined up for May 10 at World’s Fair Park, showcasing artists including Charlie Crockett. Tickets are available through southernskiesfest.com. Similarly, stand-up comedian Whitney Cummings will perform her latest routine at the Bijou on the same day, with ticket prices ranging from $40 to $60.
For wrestling fans, WWE Smackdown featuring stars like John Cena will take place on May 30 at Food City Center, with ticket prices starting at $44. Additionally, the Rhinestone Fest, a festival themed around the iconic Dolly Parton, is scheduled for June 6-7 in the Old City area.
Knoxville’s festival season officially commenced with the Mardi Growl Parade and Festival, and several other significant events are on the calendar. The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is set to occur in April, accompanied by fun activities such as the Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk.
The seasonal Farmers’ Market will resume at Market Square on May 3, along with the popular Concerts on the Square series beginning on May 6. Ensuring fun throughout spring and summer, the annual Rossini Festival and International Street Fair will be held from April 12-15, followed by the Dogwood Arts Festival from April 25-27 at World’s Fair Park.
As the festival season progresses, Knoxville will continue to host a rich array of events, culminating in celebrations for July 4 and the engaging Knoxville Shakespeare series running through July, guaranteeing that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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