Field Trip Finder Knoxville

Homeschool & family fun around Knoxville, TN

Homeschool days, free outings, library perks and family events from downtown Knoxville to Farragut, Powell, Halls and nearby state parks, each checked with the venue, city, town, park, library or official source.

45current listings
30with upcoming dates
22free or no fee listed
27good for little kids (2–4)

Jump to: Homeschool days & classes · Free outings · Family & holiday events through Jan 3, 2027 · Library perks · Halloween events · Trick-or-treating · Calendar · Homeschool groups & resources

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Tap a date to see that day's events. Only listings with set dates appear here; places you can visit any open day are listed further down.

Resources

Library perks

Library perks for Knox County Public Library cardholders, checked on the library's own site on Oct 23, 2026.

Getting a card: Apply at any Knox County Public Library branch. The Read City Explorer Pass needs an adult card.

Full details, rules and sources (2 passes)

Knox County Public Library card

Knox County Public Library · Knoxville (All Knox County library branches)
LibraryPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangement

Your card unlocks the Read City Explorer Pass below, plus free storytimes, LEGO clubs and family programs at branches across the county.

  • When: Year-round
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Read City Explorer Pass: free or reduced museum admission with a library card

Knox County Public Library · Knoxville (Any branch)
LibraryFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangement

Free or reduced admission to area museums and cultural institutions. Reserve up to six weeks ahead; limit two passes per month.

  • When: Year-round, by reservation
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free or reduced with a library card
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Reserve online up to six weeks in advance.
  • Proof of homeschool: Adult Knox County Public Library card
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.
Local homeschool resources & groups
Check before you go. We copy details from each venue's own page and show when we last checked. Where a page doesn't say something, we write "Not listed on source" instead of guessing. Dates sell out and programs change, so confirm with the venue.

The Good for little kids (2–4) marker means the venue's own page lists something for toddlers or preschoolers, such as a toddler storytime or free entry for the youngest kids. It's our planning note, not the venue's.

Coming up (next date for each)

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Halloween events (10 listings)

Carnivals, festivals, corn mazes & spooky outings

Halloween and fall events around Knoxville, checked on the venue's, city's, town's, park's or library's page on Oct 23, 2026. Haunted attractions and adults-only events are left out. Look for the Good for little kids (2–4) marker for early, toddler-friendly options.

BOO! at the Zoo

Zoo Knoxville · Knoxville (East Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Zoo & aquariumNext: Fri, Oct 23Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

Evening Halloween fun with a Storybook Trick-or-Treat Trail and the HallowGlow Forest. Closed Oct 25.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 23, 2026; Sat, Oct 24, 2026; Thu, Oct 29, 2026; Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Oct 23–24 and 29–30, 2026
  • Time: 5:30–9 p.m.
  • Price: $15 in advance, $20 at the gate; under 3 free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

22 Days of Halloween at South Knoxville Library

Knox County Public Library, South Knoxville Branch · Knoxville (South Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
LibraryFree (per source)Open now · through Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

A different Halloween activity each weekday afternoon through Oct 30.

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  • When: Weekdays through Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 4–5 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Ages 2–12
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Farragut Fall Trail

Town of Farragut · Farragut
Community eventPrice not listedOpen now · through Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

The town's Farragut Fall Trail is back for the season; see the town page for the stops.

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  • When: Through Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Tennessee Mammals: Skulls, Scat & Tracks

Seven Islands State Birding Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Kodak (East Knox County · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Sat, Oct 24South & East Knoxville

A ranger program on how to identify Tennessee mammals from skulls, scat and tracks.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 1–3 p.m.
  • Price: Program fee not listed (state park entry is free)
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Ijams Enchanted Forest

Ijams Nature Center, Mead's Quarry · Knoxville (South Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

A not-so-spooky fall afternoon and evening at Mead's Quarry.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 3–8 p.m.
  • Price: $10 per person; $30 for 4; $40 for 6; under 2 free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooky Birds of Seven Islands: Owls, Vultures and Crows

Seven Islands State Birding Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Kodak (East Knox County · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Sat, Oct 24South & East Knoxville

A Halloween-season ranger program on the park's "spooky" birds.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 4–5 p.m.
  • Price: Program fee not listed (state park entry is free)
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Spooky Nature Trivia and Sunset S'mores

Seven Islands State Birding Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Kodak (East Knox County · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Sat, Oct 24South & East Knoxville

Halloween nature trivia and s'mores at sunset.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 6–8 p.m.
  • Price: Program fee not listed (state park entry is free)
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Creepy Craft Time: Silly Skeletons

Knox County Public Library, Halls Branch · Knoxville (Halls · North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Mon, Oct 26Good for little kids (2–4)North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell

A Halloween craft session making silly skeletons.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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  • When: Mon Oct 26, 2026
  • Time: 4:15–5:15 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Children
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Harry Potter Party at Burlington Library

Knox County Public Library, Burlington Branch · Knoxville (Burlington · South & East Knoxville)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Mon, Oct 26South & East Knoxville

Wizarding crafts, spellbinding activities and photos at the library.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Oct 26, 2026

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  • When: Mon Oct 26, 2026
  • Time: 5–7 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Children and teens
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Creepy Creatures Night Hike

Seven Islands State Birding Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Kodak (East Knox County · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkPrice not listedNext: Fri, Oct 30South & East Knoxville

A ranger-led night hike looking for the park's nocturnal creatures.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: 7–9 p.m.
  • Price: Program fee not listed (state park entry is free)
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick-or-treating (4 listings)

Trunk-or-treats & Halloween-night neighborhoods

Halloween falls on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026. Trick-or-treat events from Friday, Oct 23 through Halloween, checked Oct 23, 2026.

Trunk-or-treats & trick-or-treat events, Oct 23–31

Bigger Halloween events that also have trick-or-treating (listed under Halloween events): BOO! at the Zoo (Fri, Oct 23).

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Event details

Trick or Treat at Cedar Bluff Library

Knox County Public Library, Cedar Bluff Branch · Knoxville (Cedar Bluff · West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Stories, crafts and Halloween treats at the library.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 2–4 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Freaky Friday Fright Nite in Farragut

Town of Farragut (walking trail) · Farragut
Community eventFree (per source)Next: Fri, Oct 30Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Trick-or-treat along the town walking trail.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Oct 30, 2026

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  • When: Fri Oct 30, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Kids 12 and under
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Monsters at the Museum

East Tennessee History Center · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
MuseumFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Trick-or-treat through the Museum of East Tennessee History at volunteer-led stations on jack-o'-lanterns, broom making and Victorian traditions, plus Appalachian legends and lore, Halloween crafts and games, story times at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and a McClung Collection scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged. Some stations have food and herbs to touch and smell.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Price: Free (museum admission is free through Feb 14, 2027)
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Trick or Treat on the Square

Market Square & Union Ave (Downtown Knoxville Alliance) · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Community eventFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 31Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Downtown's free Halloween trick-or-treating around Market Square and Union Avenue, with costumed characters.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 31, 2026
  • Time: 5–8 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Homeschool days & classes (5 listings)

Homeschool Days at Fort Loudoun State Historic Park

Fort Loudoun State Historic Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Vonore (Tellico Lake · West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond)
History & heritagePrice not listedNext: Tue, Nov 3West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Ranger-led homeschool mornings at the reconstructed 18th-century British fort on Tellico Lake.

Upcoming dates: Tue, Nov 3, 2026; Tue, Dec 1, 2026

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  • When: Tue Nov 3 and Tue Dec 1, 2026
  • Time: 9–11 a.m.
  • Price: Program fee not listed (state park entry is free)
  • Ages: Homeschool students
  • Booking: Not listed on source

⚠️ About 45 minutes southwest of Knoxville.

Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Ijams Homeschool Day: Fantastic Fungi

Ijams Nature Center · Knoxville (South Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkNext: Mon, Nov 16South & East Knoxville

A guided homeschool program on mushrooms and other fungi in Ijams' woods.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 16, 2026

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  • When: Mon Nov 16, 2026
  • Time: 9 a.m.–noon
  • Price: $20 per student
  • Ages: Homeschool students
  • Booking: Register on the Ijams homeschool page; currently waitlist only.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Zoo Knoxville Homeschool Academy

Zoo Knoxville · Knoxville (East Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Zoo & aquariumNext: Thu, Nov 19South & East Knoxville

The zoo's monthly homeschool program; the fall schedule lists a Nov 19 session.

Upcoming dates: Thu, Nov 19, 2026

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  • When: Thu Nov 19, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: Homeschool students
  • Booking: See the zoo's fall homeschool information sheet to register.
  • Proof of homeschool: Zoo Knoxville membership required
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Ijams Homeschool Day: Owl Prowling

Ijams Nature Center · Knoxville (South Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkNext: Mon, Dec 14South & East Knoxville

An evening homeschool program with an owl ambassador, a night hike and a campfire.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Dec 14, 2026

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  • When: Mon Dec 14, 2026
  • Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
  • Price: $20 per student
  • Ages: Homeschool students
  • Booking: Register on the Ijams homeschool page; currently waitlist only.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

K–5 Homeschool classes at The Muse Knoxville

The Muse Knoxville · Knoxville (Chilhowee Park · South & East Knoxville)
Science & planetariumOpen now · through Thu, Dec 17Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

Weekly hands-on STEAM classes for homeschoolers, split by age. November's theme is "Wonders of the World's Fairs"; December's is "States of Wonder."

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  • When: Thursdays through Dec 17, 2026
  • Time: Ages 5–7: 1–2 p.m.; ages 8–11: 2:15–3:15 p.m.
  • Price: 3-week session $45 ($36 members); 4-week session $55 ($44 members)
  • Ages: Ages 5–11 (grades K–5)
  • Booking: Register by session on the Muse homeschool page.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free outings (10 listings)

Free admission to the Museum of East Tennessee History

East Tennessee History Center · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
MuseumFree (per source)Open now · through Sun, Feb 14Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Free museum admission through Feb 14, 2027, including the "Voices of the Land" exhibition and the History Headquarters area.

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  • When: Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free through Feb 14, 2027
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Saturday Stories & Songs: Knoxville Symphony Musical Storytime (Cedar Bluff)

Knox County Public Library, Cedar Bluff Branch · Knoxville (Cedar Bluff · West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra musicians bring children's books to life with live music, narration, sound effects and hands-on learning.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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  • When: Sat Oct 24, 2026
  • Time: 11 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Toddlers, preschool and young students
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Art for Everyone: Carter Library gallery show

Knox County Public Library, Carter Branch · Knoxville (Carter · South & East Knoxville)
LibraryFree (per source)Opens Mon, Oct 26 · through Tue, Nov 10South & East Knoxville

Artists of all ages and abilities can submit original artwork to hang in the Carter Library Art Gallery during November. A nice goal for a homeschool art unit.

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  • When: Oct 26–Nov 10, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Cedar Bluff Builders Club

Knox County Public Library, Cedar Bluff Branch · Knoxville (Cedar Bluff · West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

A Saturday-morning building club at the library.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026; Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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  • When: Saturdays, including Nov 7 and Dec 5, 2026
  • Time: 10:30 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Children and teens
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

LEGO Club at Karns Library

Knox County Public Library, Karns Branch · Knoxville (Karns · North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell

Build with the library's LEGO bricks.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 7, 2026
  • Time: 2–3 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Children, elementary age and teens
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Saturday Stories & Songs: Knoxville Symphony Musical Storytime (Karns)

Knox County Public Library, Karns Branch · Knoxville (Karns · North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell)
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7Good for little kids (2–4)North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra musicians bring children's books to life with live music and narration.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 7, 2026
  • Time: 11 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Babies, toddlers, preschool and elementary age
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

LEGO Club for Kids and Teens at Powell Library

Knox County Public Library, Powell Branch · Powell
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 7North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell

Build with the library's LEGO bricks. Registration required.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 7, 2026
  • Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Preschool, elementary age and teens
  • Booking: Registration required through the library.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Saturday Stories & Songs: Jodie Manross at Powell Library

Knox County Public Library, Powell Branch · Powell
LibraryFree (per source)Next: Sat, Nov 14Good for little kids (2–4)North Knox: Halls, Fountain City, Karns & Powell

The library's family performance series continues with a show by Jodie Manross.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 14, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 14, 2026
  • Time: 11 a.m.–noon
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: Babies, toddlers, preschool and elementary age
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum

Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum · Knoxville (East Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

Free gardens and trails open every day, good for a nature walk or a fall-color outing.

  • When: Daily, dawn to dusk
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Free admission to the Knoxville Museum of Art

Knoxville Museum of Art · Knoxville (World's Fair Park · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
MuseumFree (per source)Ongoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Admission is always free, so it works well for a short art field trip any week.

  • When: Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 1–5 p.m.; closed Mon
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Family & holiday events through Jan 3, 2027 (14 listings)

King's Birthday Garrison at Fort Loudoun

Fort Loudoun State Historic Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Vonore (Tellico Lake · West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond)
History & heritagePrice not listedNext: Sat, Nov 7West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

A living-history weekend at the reconstructed 1750s fort marking the king's birthday. Note: the park is closed to the public Nov 14 for a hunt.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 7, 2026; Sun, Nov 8, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 7 and Sun Nov 8, 2026
  • Time: Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Smoky Night Lights at Zoo Knoxville

Zoo Knoxville · Knoxville (East Knoxville · South & East Knoxville)
Zoo & aquariumOpens Fri, Nov 13 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

The zoo's winter lights event on select nights.

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  • When: Select nights Nov 13, 2026–Mar 28, 2027
  • Time: Entry 5–7:30 p.m.
  • Price: General admission $15.95–$22.95
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Buy timed tickets online.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

A Christmas Carol at the Clarence Brown Theatre

Clarence Brown Theatre (University of Tennessee) · Knoxville (UT campus · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Arts & performanceOpens Thu, Nov 19 · through Sat, Dec 19Downtown & Central Knoxville

Knoxville's holiday staging of Dickens's classic, with evening and Sunday-matinee performances.

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  • When: Nov 19–Dec 19, 2026
  • Time: Most shows 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees 2 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: Not listed on source
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Christmas at Chilhowee

Chilhowee Park (City of Knoxville) · Knoxville (Chilhowee Park · South & East Knoxville)
Community eventPrice not listedNext: Fri, Nov 20Good for little kids (2–4)South & East Knoxville

The city's holiday kickoff evening at Chilhowee Park. Park at the 401 Lakeside entrance.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 20, 2026

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  • When: Fri Nov 20, 2026
  • Time: 6–9 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Countdown to Light the Park

Town of Farragut · Farragut
Tree lightingFree (per source)Next: Mon, Nov 23Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Santa flips the switch on more than 100,000 holiday lights, with live entertainment, kids' crafts and family photo spots.

Upcoming dates: Mon, Nov 23, 2026

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  • When: Mon Nov 23, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Light the Park in Farragut

Campbell Station Road (Town of Farragut) · Farragut
Community eventPrice not listedOpens Tue, Nov 24 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Holiday lights along Campbell Station Road from the I-40 commuter lot to Campbell Station Inn Plaza at Kingston Pike. Stroll the park, mail letters to Santa and check the daily giveaways.

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  • When: Nightly Nov 24, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
  • Time: Dusk–10 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Campbell Station Skate

Town of Farragut · Farragut
Community eventPrice not listedOpens Tue, Nov 24 · through Thu, Dec 31Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

Seasonal skating in Farragut.

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  • When: Nov 24–Dec 31, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Regal Celebration of Lights

Krutch Park Extension & Market Square (City of Knoxville) · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Tree lightingFree (per source)Next: Fri, Nov 27Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Downtown's 42-foot tree is lit at 6 p.m., with kids' crafts and holiday activities.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Nov 27, 2026

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  • When: Fri Nov 27, 2026
  • Time: 5:15–9 p.m.; tree lighting 6 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Holidays on Ice in Market Square

Market Square (City of Knoxville) · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Community eventOpens Fri, Nov 27 · through Sun, Jan 3Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Downtown's outdoor ice rink. Skate rental is included. Santa visits for photos on Sundays, Dec 13 and 20, 3–5 p.m.

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  • When: Nov 27, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
  • Time: Mon–Thu 4–9 p.m.; Fri noon–10 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun 1–9 p.m.
  • Price: Adults $12; kids 12 and under $9 (skate rental included)
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Sunset, Cider and Cocoa Hike

Seven Islands State Birding Park (Tennessee State Parks) · Kodak (East Knox County · South & East Knoxville)
Nature center, garden & parkNext: Sat, Nov 28South & East Knoxville

An easy ranger-led stroll down the Kelly Lane Greenway to the Green House to watch the sunset over the French Broad River with hot cider or cocoa. Bring a cup if you like.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Nov 28, 2026

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  • When: Sat Nov 28, 2026
  • Time: 4:30–6 p.m.
  • Price: $8
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Pre-registration required on the event page.
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Festive in Farragut Trail

Town of Farragut · Farragut
Community eventPrice not listedOpens Wed, Dec 2 · through Thu, Dec 31Good for little kids (2–4)West Knoxville, Farragut & beyond

A December holiday trail around town.

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  • When: Dec 2–31, 2026
  • Time: Not listed on source
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

WIVK Christmas Parade

Gay Street, Downtown Knoxville · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
ParadeFree (per source)Next: Fri, Dec 4Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Knoxville's Christmas parade down Gay Street to Jackson Avenue.

Upcoming dates: Fri, Dec 4, 2026

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  • When: Fri Dec 4, 2026
  • Time: 7 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Chanukah in the City

Market Square (City of Knoxville) · Knoxville (Downtown · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Community eventFree (per source)Next: Sun, Dec 6Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

Music, crafts and a menorah lighting on Market Square.

Upcoming dates: Sun, Dec 6, 2026

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  • When: Sun Dec 6, 2026
  • Time: 3:30–5:30 p.m.
  • Price: Free
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.

Tour de Lights

Delaney Plaza at Covenant Health Park · Knoxville (Old City · Downtown & Central Knoxville)
Community eventPrice not listedNext: Sat, Dec 12Good for little kids (2–4)Downtown & Central Knoxville

A festive evening for families with a lit-up bike ride at 5:30 p.m.

Upcoming dates: Sat, Dec 12, 2026

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  • When: Sat Dec 12, 2026
  • Time: 3:30–7:30 p.m.; ride 5:30 p.m.
  • Price: Not listed on source
  • Ages: All ages
  • Booking: Not listed on source
Source:Last checked 2026-10-23.