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June Events and Activities

  • Jun01

    BOB DYLAN BIRTHDAY BASH


    Free live music from Pistol Creek Catch of the Day – Dana Paul & Steve Horton – Kukuly & the Gypsy Fuego – Mama Louise – The Reflectors – Tennessee Sheiks – The Jank – Wendel Werner and Crawlspace. Come join the fun with hosts Steve Dupree & David Dwyer.
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  • Jun01

    THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE


    He’s young, he’s broke, his landlord’s knocking at the door, and he’s just found out his wife is going to have a baby.
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  • Jun01

    SORID LIVES


    Winner! 14 DramaLogue awards including Best Production

    A black comedy about white trash! The author of Daddy's Dyin' (Who's Got the Will?) brings you a comedy that was nominated for over thirty awards during its long run in Los Angeles.
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  • Jun01
  • Jun01

    COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS SIDE/BY/SIDE RECEPTION AND AUCTION


    The Community School of the Arts will hold their annual reception and silent auction for its Side/By/Side student exhibit with mentor artists.
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  • Jun01

    CELEBRATE TREMONT INSTITUTE


    The Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont will hold a “Discover” benefit luncheon at River Terrace at Lakeshore Park in Knoxville.
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  • Jun01

    STATEHOOD CELEBRATION


    Blount Mansion will host its annual Statehood Celebration, an event that will feature a cocktail supper, silent auction and live music.
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  • Jun01

    1ST ANNUAL FLATWATER STORYTELLING FESTIVAL


    2018 Flatwater Tales!

    The inaugural Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival, supported by a generous grant from the Oak Ridge Fund for Achieving Community Excellence (ORFace), presents the magic of live storytelling with two performances by three world-class tellers, Bil Lepp, Tim Lowry, and Minton Sparks with guitarist John Jackson. It is an Oak Ridge 75th Birthday event that offers different stories at each show. 
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  • Jun01

    HENRY CHO


    Henry’s TV credits include appearances on NBC’s The Tonight Show, CBS’s The Late, Late, Show, and NBC’s Young Comedians Special.
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  • Jun02

    BIKE, BOAT, BREW AND BARK


    Bike Boat Brew & Bark celebrates the outdoor adventurer, the dog lover, the craft beer enthusiast, the local and the tourist looking to discover a secret in Knoxville’s urban wilderness. It’s a place where you can ride your bike, bring your dog and explore Knoxville in a new way on this special day
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  • Jun02

    ZOOFARI


    Jungle Boogie!

    For 31 years, Zoofari has been the premier fundraising event for Zoo Knoxville and a highlight in the local social calendar.
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  • Jun02

    FLATWATER FESTIVAL


    Presented by the 3 Oak Ridge Rotary Clubs.
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  • Jun02
  • Jun03

    KNOX PRIDE PICNIC


    Let's have one more GREAT EVENT for Knox Pride with a Picnic! Come have a great time with great food, friends and games!
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  • Jun03

    COLD WAR KIDS


    Ready or not, here they come!

    Cold War Kids, the iconic indie-rock outfit, are en route.
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  • Jun05

    FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Jazz with the Greg Tardy Quartet.

    Formerly known as Marble City 5, Greg Tardy Quartet is a 4-piece jazz orchestra composed of members from the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra.
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  • Jun06
  • Jun07

    CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Ensemble Swing Time.

    The Ensemble Swing Time is a 17-piece big band specializing in classic big band swing and feature original arrangements as well as those made famous by Glenn Miller, the Dorsey Brothers and other great bands from the Swing Era.
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  • Jun07

    EAST TENNESSEE COMMUNITY DESIGN CENTER SUMMER PARTY AND TOUR


    The  East Tennessee Community Design Center organizes people, researches ideas, and identifies resources to facilitate positive change in the region.
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  • Jun08

    FOUNTAIN CITY ART CENTER OPEN SHOW


    Fountain City Art Center, Inc. opened in October, 2004 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Since that time, the “FCAC” has been in continuous operation offering high quality art exhibits by area artists and classes and workshops for all ages and abilities.
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  • Jun08

    YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN


    Tennessee Valley Players is excited to announce our 2018 summer show:

    Mel Brooks’

    YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
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  • Jun08

    SECRET CITY FESTIVAL


    2018 marks the 75th Anniversary of the City of Oak Ridge.

    Experience two days of music, food, history, science and more.
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  • Jun08

    TALES OF FOURTH-GRADE NOTHING


    Everyone makes such a fuss about Fudge, Peter Hatcher’s little brother.  Everyone in New York City!
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  • Jun08
  • Jun09

    BIG ORANGE BRAWL


    The best athletes in the Southeast are coming to brawl 
    ... do you or your team have what it takes?
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  • Jun09

    CONCERTS AT THE COVE


    Second Saturday Concerts!

    If you like live music and outdoor entertainment, there are three Saturdays this summer that you need to mark on your calendar.
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  • Jun09

    SECRET CITY FESTIVAL


    2018 marks the 75th Anniversary of the City of Oak Ridge.

    Experience two days of music, food, history, science and more.
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  • Jun09

    CADES COVE CELLARS ART EXHIBIT


    Summer Taste of Art and Wine at Cades Cove Cellars.

    Cades Cove Cellars offers award-winning locally made wines with a dose of Southern character from its location in Townsend, near the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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  • Jun09

    LIGHT HOUSE PARTY, NIGHT OF DANCING FOR PUERTO RICO


    East Tennessee 4 Puerto Rico.

    Help us help Puerto Rico! 

    ET4PR will host “Light House Party, a Night of Dancing for PR,” to support hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico. The night will include Salsa dancing and lessons, music, food, drinks and more.
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  • Jun09
  • Jun09

    WOMEN'S BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION


    WBHOF 20th Anniversary Induction Ceremony.
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  • Jun10

    LIVING HISTORY


    Pleasant Forest Cemetery Living History.

    Learn about the historic Pleasant Forest Cemetery and church at the inaugural Pleasant Forest Cemetery Living History event. The cemetery is located at the intersection of South Campbell Station Road and Concord Road in Farragut. 
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  • Jun10

    TN SMOKIES vs BIRMINGHAM BARONS


    Tennessee Smokies Baseball.
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  • Jun11
  • Jun11

    KIDS IN THE ARTS SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning. We spend the day together creating art through various art forms like music, improv games, visual art and dance.
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  • Jun11

    GARY CLARK JR.


    Blues Rocker.

    Ever since 2010, when Gary Clark Jr. wowed audiences with electrifying live sets everywhere from the Crossroads Festival to Hollywood’s historic Hotel Café, his modus operandi has remained crystal clear: “I listen to everything…so I want to play everything.”
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  • Jun12

    25TH ANNIVERSARY UNIVERSAL SOUL CIRCUS


    CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF FUN UNDER THE BIG TOP.

    A spectacle of global proportions, the extra special 25th Anniversary edition of everybody's favorite circus will take you on an unforgettable journey of electrifying, edge-of-your-seat performances!
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  • Jun12

    KIDS IN THE ARTS SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun12
  • Jun12
  • Jun12

    FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Jazz with the Greg Tardy Quartet.

    Formerly known as Marble City 5, Greg Tardy Quartet is a 4-piece jazz orchestra composed of members from the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra.
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  • Jun13

    KIDS IN THE ARTS SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun13
  • Jun14
  • Jun14

    MABRY-HAZEN HOUSE 160TH ANNIVERSARY


    Mabry-Hazen House will host a celebration and fundraiser for the 160th anniversary of the antebellum Italianate home. Dr. Carroll Van West, state historian of Tennessee and the director of the Center for Historic Preservation at Middle Tennessee State University, will be the featured speaker. 
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  • Jun14

    FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Square on the Square.

    The Hellgramites will be on Market Square Stage getting the crowd involved in a fun evening of square dancing!
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  • Jun14

    40TH ANNUAL FRONT PAGE FOLLIES


    Front Page Follies is an evening of music and skits poking fun at news – and local newsmakers – and serves as a major fundraiser for college scholarships at the University of Tennessee and Pellissippi State Community College. The event, now in its 40th year, is Knoxville’s version of “Saturday Night Live.”
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  • Jun14

    KIDS IN THE ARTS SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun15
  • Jun15

    VERTIGO


    Summer Movie Magic presented by Denark Construction:

    The film stars James Stewart as former police detective John "Scottie" Ferguson.
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  • Jun15

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun15

    ART OUT IN THE CITY


    Knox Pride.

    Can you believe that we are celebrating 13 years of Knox Pride? We are preparing to kick off a month long of events starting with Art Out In The City. 
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  • Jun15

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES


    Knox County Jug Stompers.

    Summer Concert Series Proudly Sponsored by Boyd’s Jig and Reel.
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  • Jun16
  • Jun16

    PAW PATROL


    ZOO KNOXVILLE.

    Join us for a meet and greet with your favorite PAW Patrol characters, Chase and Marshall.
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  • Jun16

    A VENETIAN MASQUERADE


    Knoxville Opera Guild Martini Party.

    The Knoxville Opera Guild will hold its annual Martini Party, the proceeds of which benefit Knoxville Opera Guild and arts education in public schools.
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  • Jun16

    BIG KAHUNA WINGS FESTIVAL


    BENEFITTING SECOND HARVEST + OTHER LOCAL NONPROFITS.

    The Big Kahuna Wing Festival has become one of the best culinary events in the region.
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  • Jun16

    TEACHERS ONLY COMEDY TOUR


    Eddie B is comedy on steroids! 

    Comedian Eddie B brings uncensored, raw, and hysterically realistic portrayal of a teacher’s hectic life with “Teachers Only Comedy Tour.”
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  • Jun16

    VINTAGE BASE BALL


    Join the fun while experiencing America’s game as it was played in 1864. 
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  • Jun16

    MONTHLY GUIDED HIKE


    UT Arboretum Society

    Did you make a New Year’s resolutions to get more exercise or spend more time outdoors? 
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  • Jun17
  • Jun17

    PAW PATROL


    ZOO KNOXVILLE.

    Join us for a meet and greet with your favorite PAW Patrol characters, Chase and Marshall.
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  • Jun18

    THESE SHINING LIVES


    The Word Players.

    THE STORY: THESE SHINING LIVES chronicles the strength and determination of women considered expendable in their day, exploring their true story and its continued resonance.
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  • Jun18

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning
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  • Jun19

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun19

    FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Jazz with Mark Boling's Trio Life.

    TRIO LIFE originated in Knoxville several decades ago, performing together in many styles and contexts—New Orleans, blues, rock, funk, free, fusion, bop, and big band.
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  • Jun19

    BUILDING YOUR CREATIVE RESUME


    The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present a professional development seminar for artists and other creative people. Join us as we welcome R.L. Gibson!
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  • Jun20

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning. 
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  • Jun21

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning.
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  • Jun21

    7TH ANNUAL SOLSTICE SUPPER


    Beardsley Community Farm.

    The CAC Beardsley Community Farm will celebrate its 20th anniversary at its annual farm-to-table benefit, Solstice Supper. The dinner features four courses paired with craft beer and local wine. 
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  • Jun21

    DAVID BLAINE


    For more than a decade, David Blaine has been attracting the attention of the world, including the world’s leading scientists, with his high-profile physical endurance stunts.
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  • Jun21

    FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE


    Josh Cotrell.

    Josh Cottrell is a singer-songwriter from Knoxville. Musical influences include such artists as Dave Barnes, Matthew Perryman Jones, Peter Bradley Adams, Erick Baker, and more.
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  • Jun21

    PITCHES PLEASE


    Join the Knoxville Gay Men’s Chorus  to kick off their summer tour with Pitches Please. This smaller ensemble is sure to delight with their vocal talent and smooth harmonies. 
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  • Jun22

    SUMMER SOLSTICE DINNER


    Knoxville Botanical Garden.

    The 6th Annual Summer Solstice Dinner at the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum features local food, brews and music. Enjoy an evening under the stars and a meal made with fresh ingredients from KBGA’s Center for Urban Agriculture.
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  • Jun22

    KIDS IN THE ART SUMMER CAMP


    We offer a kids camp, usually a week long, typically for ages 5-12. We tailor the lessons to multiple ages by working together in whole-group instruction or by splitting up into smaller groups to maximize learning. 
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  • Jun22

    ALIVE AFTER FIVE


    Natti Love Joys!

    Now based in Turtletown in the Southeast corner of Tennessee, the roots reggae band, Natti Love Joys, plays the classic reggae of Bob Marley and others, R&B hits played in reggae style, and their own original music.
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  • Jun22

    KUMMBA FESTIVAL


    The Kuumba Festival is presented by African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. (AAAA), an arts organization that focuses on positive social and community development by utilizing creative methods of education through cultural artistic programming and development.
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  • Jun23

    LAWN CHAIR CONCERT SERIES


    The lineup for the first show of 2018 for Farragut's Lawn Chair Concert Series and it promises to be a good one with some familiar faces. 
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  • Jun23

    AN EVENING WITH DENNIS MILLER


    Perhaps you remember him from his days as anchor of the “Weekend Update” segment on “Saturday Night Live.
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  • Jun23

    KARM DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL


    The Race with a Mission!

    The Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM) 16th Annual Dragon Boat Festival is a fun, family-friendly event in which dedicated participants, volunteers, and sponsors raise money to support homeless men, women, and children in our community. As the largest dragon boat event in East Tennessee, it's an amazing experience to be part of.
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  • Jun23

    PAINTING WITH A PURPOSE


    Art House at the KMA.

    Art House is bringing animal and wildlife painter Freddy Paske from the UK to Knoxville for this incredible event. Paske’s work brings attention to the difficulties facing what remains of the world’s wildlife population. He was embedded with wildlife rangers in Africa where he was inspired to create works of art. The night will be one you don’t want to miss, as the gregarious Paske shares his work with us, and the powerful meaning behind it.
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  • Jun23

    KNOXVILLE PRIDEFEST


    Knox Pridefest 2018 is an open (and free) celebration of music, celebration and speakers focused on promoting Equality and Inclusion of ALL people.
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  • Jun24

    BLUES CRUISE


    Mighty Blue.

    Come on along for a fantastic trip down the Tennessee River with some of the finest blues musicians in the area. These cruises are a function of the Smoky Mtn. Blues Society and benefit their "Blues In The Schools" program. Each cruise will feature a different blues act encompassing the many textures and styles of blues from classic to contemporary and everything in between. 
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  • Jun26

    KMA BOOK CLUB


    Discussing The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith
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  • Jun26
  • Jun27

    BOOKS SANDWICHED IN


    Join Dr. Matt Harris for a discussion of A Fine Mess: A Global Quest for a Simpler, Fairer and More Efficient Tax System by T. R. Reid. 
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  • Jun28

    FREE CONCERTS ON THE SQUARE


    Pirates on the Patio


    Bary Jolly's Island Party show is a must-see experience for all Parrotheads!
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  • Jun28
  • Jun29
  • Jun29

    GREASE


    Summer Movie Magic 

    Go back to high school with Pink Lady (Olivia Newton-John) and leader of the bad-boy T-Birds, Danny (John Travolta) for a rockin’ and rollin’ good time. Come sing along!
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  • Jun29

    ALIVE AFTER FIVE


    Delta Moon

    Delta Moon plays deep roots music. A whisky-flavored voice delivers 21st century lyrics, while two slide guitars wind around an unshakeable groove like kudzu vines on a barbwire fence.
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  • Jun29

    FANBOY EXPO


    Knoxville Comic Con!
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  • Jun30

    FANBOY EXPO


    Knoxville Comic Con!
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  • Jun30

    ROCKIN' THE CLASSICS


    Classic Car and Rock 'n Roll Show

    Join us for a blast from the past at the Rockin’ the Classics: Classic Car and 50’s Rock ‘n Roll Show
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  • Jun30