Knoxville offers a variety of budget-friendly entertainment options for the weekends. Discover the city’s rich history at the Museum of Art or visit the historic James White Fort and Bleak House Museum. Make sure to also stop by the iconic Sunsphere at World’s Fair Park. Check out these seven budget-friendly activities to do with your family this weekend!
Knoxville Museum Of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
Conveniently located near World’s Fair park, Knoxville Museum of Art offers free admission. This art museum features art history about East Tennessee from the mid 19th centry to modern day. The museum also hosts concerts and painting events for children.
Tennessee Theater
604 South Gay Street
The Tennessee Theater is a beloved landmark of downtown Knoxville. The theater was built in 1928 as a movie palace and today is used as a performing arts venue. Click here to see the full event calendar at the Tennessee Theater.
Women’s Basketball Hall Of Fame
700 Hall of Fame Drive
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is the world’s most interactive Hall of Fame. Watch a riveting video of the game’s history, hang out in a modern locker room as some of the country’s top coaches get in your face with the behind-the-scenes video, and shoot some hoops. This is not just another museum; it’s an all-out, one of a kind, bigger than life experience.
Sunsphere
810 Clinch Avenue
The Sunsphere was built for the 1982 World’s Fair and one of the buildings that make up the iconic Knoxville downtown skyline. You can take an elevator up to the 4th floor observation deck to see 360 degree views of downtown Knoxville, The University of Tennessee, and of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Sunsphere is open daily and tickets are $5 for adults and kids under 12 are $1.
James White Fort
205 East Hill Avenue
Explore the James White Fort, where Knoxvill’s founder once lived. The historical site is a museum home that is furnished with original tools and artifacts from the time period. The Fort is open most week days and some Saturdays. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. To learn more click here.
Bijou Theater
803 South Gay Street
The Bijou Theater was built in 1909 and was a movie house and preforming arts theater. The theater was restored in 2006 and since has been a beloved venue for many music and performing art events.
Bleak House
During the civil war the Bleak House is a historic museum home that was used as a headquarters during the civil war. The Bleak House is open in the afternoons on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Tickets for adults are $10 and $6 for children 18 and younger.
