Guide to Knoxville’s 2024 Holiday Events
Get ready for a month filled with holiday magic in Knoxville! From downtown festivities to classic performances, here’s your comprehensive guide to holiday events happening around the city.
Downtown Festivities
Peppermint Trail
Dates: November 29 – January 5
Location: Market Square
Follow marked trails through downtown to find special peppermint treats at local shops. Perfect for an afternoon of holiday shopping and snacking.
Holidays on Ice
Dates: November 29 – January 5
Location: Market Square
Lace up your skates and glide across Market Square’s outdoor ice rink under twinkling lights.
Elf on the Shelf Adventure
Dates: November 29 – January 5
Location: Downtown Knoxville
Start at the Knoxville Visitor Center to get your North Pole Pass, then hunt for elves throughout downtown. A great activity for families with kids.
Special Events
WIVK Christmas Parade
Date: December 6
Location: South Gay Street
Join the 51st annual parade downtown for floats, music, and holiday cheer.
Tour De Lights Parade
Date: December 14
Location: 500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave
Bring your bike and join others for a festive ride through downtown with decorated bicycles.
Christmas in the Cave
Dates: Weekends December 6-22
Location: Cherokee Caverns
See holiday lights in a whole new way as they illuminate cave formations.
Merriment at the Mansion
Date: December 5
Location: Blount Mansion
Enjoy a sophisticated evening of holiday music and cocktails in this historic setting.
Family Activities
Christmas Lantern Express
Dates: November 29 – December 22
Location: Three Rivers Rambler Train
Take a two-hour train ride with Santa, complete with stories and holiday treats.
Twas The Night With No Parents
Date: December 13
Location: Farragut Community Center
Drop off kids ages 6-12 for movie fun while you tackle holiday shopping.
Candlelight Christmas
Dates: December 20-21
Location: Museum of Appalachia
Step back in time to see how pioneers celebrated Christmas in this beautifully decorated village.
Shows and Performances
A Christmas Carol
Dates: November 21 – December 21
Location: Clarence Brown Theater
Watch Scrooge’s transformation in this timeless holiday tale.
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Date: December 18
Location: Tennessee Theater
Experience holiday magic with this family-friendly circus performance.
Clayton Holiday Concert
Dates: December 20-24
Location: Knoxville Civic Auditorium
Celebrate the 38th year of this beloved holiday concert.
Nutcracker Ballet
Date: December 21
Location: Tennessee Theater
Watch this classic ballet bring Christmas Eve magic to life.
Knoxville Jazz Orchestra
Date: December 20
Location: Tennessee Theater
Hear holiday favorites with a jazz twist.
Movie Screenings at Tennessee Theater
The Polar Express
Date: December 15
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Date: December 14
Whether you’re looking for family fun, date night ideas, or holiday entertainment, Knoxville’s holiday calendar has something for everyone.
