Summer is winding down and school is starting back, but there’s no shortage of ways for kids and teens to still get out, get active, and have fun!
Here’s a guide to the best youth-friendly happenings in the area from Wednesday, August 5 through Tuesday, August 11, and more.
Back to School Bash at Northwest Church of God! Join in on Saturday, August 8, 11 a.m. –2 p.m. for a fun-filled day for the whole family at Northwest Church of God!
City’s pools and programming, visit www.KnoxvilleTN.gov/Aquatics.
Emerald Youth Foundation youth events here.
Knox County Parks & Recreation: There are activities all year, so check out the links here.
Ongoing all week of August 5 – August 11. While not scheduled at fixed times for youth groups (unless you check individual organizations), these places are great options any day of the week — call ahead for specific hours & classes:
- Muse Knoxville is an interactive children’s museum with daily sessions.
- Fort Kid @ World’s Fair Park is a play area with general hours of operation.
- Knox County Public Library often has weekly story times, LEGO clubs, craft sessions, and teen gaming nights. Check their weekly calendar.
- Zoo Knoxville is open daily; special feeds/talks may have times posted onsite.
Outdoor Knoxville: A calendar produced by Legacy Parks Foundation has a comprehensive list of upcoming local outdoor events. Find it here.
Slither into downtown: Twelve unique, locally designed bronze sculptures have been integrated into the Downtown Knoxville landscape as part of a permanent outdoor scavenger hunt called Newts in Knoxville. The art installation recognizes that the Great Smoky Mountains are known as the “Salamander Capital of the World,” boasting more salamander species than any other location on Earth. A Downtown Knoxville Alliance representative can preview this fun adventure for children and adults alike. https://knoxnewts.com/
Events in Downtown Knoxville: The Downtown Knoxville Alliance offers a preview of all the summer events happening in our city center. Favorites like the Where’s Waldo? Scavenger Hunt and returning festivals, plus new events that are on the way! https://www.downtownknoxville.org/waldo/
This weekly column will provide opportunities for all youth in Knoxville, Knox County, and the surrounding areas.
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