Here’s a closer look at what you can expect from the area’s events:
June 25– July 1: The weekly preview of arts and culture events in the Greater Knoxville area is included in the Arts & Cultural Alliance.
July 3: Arts & Culture Alliance’s Members Exhibition opens at The Emporium: The 2026 Members Exhibition, the region’s largest annual celebration of artistic talent in the Greater Knoxville area. Showcasing an engaging mix of recent two‑ and three‑dimensional works, the exhibition highlights the range of creative practice across media such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, photography, fine craft, sculpture, ceramics, and fiber.
2026-2027: The Clayton Center for the Arts is proud to announce its 2026-27 season, featuring a vibrant tapestry of legendary folk-rock, world-class bluegrass, family-friendly adventures, and side-splitting comedy. For more information on these events, visit claytonartscenter.com/2026-27-season/. Become a CCA member TODAY for as low as $25/year to unlock early access, discounted tickets and even more perks at ClaytonArtscCenter.com/Membership-Options/.
Summer Movie Magic: The Tennessee Theatre’s family-favorite Summer Movie Magic Series returns with three dates and six movies. Representatives are available to share the lineup and how to get tickets: https://www.tennesseetheatre.com/events/summer-movie-magic.
Cultural Festivals reflect the specific cultures and communities they represent.
June & July Outdoor Concert Series: The Downtown Maryville Alliance announces the launch of a free, outdoor concert series coming to the Charles West Amphitheater in Jack Greene Park each Thursday during the months of June and July 2026. This inaugural season will feature an exciting lineup of regional and national talent, bringing live music to downtown Maryville each Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Below are the dates and performers:
- June 25 – Milk Man & The Big Band
- July 2 – Darrell Scott
- July 9 – Chatham County Line
- July 16 – Cedric Burnside
- July 23 – J & The Causeways
- July 30 – Wyatt Ellis
June 30 – July 7: The American Revolution Experience Exhibit will be on display at the East TN History Center from June 30 to July 7.
Join us each Thursday as we uncover exhibitions featuring emerging artists, art walks, and opportunities to immerse yourself in the culture that shapes our community. Let’s celebrate the power of art to connect, inspire, and transform our lives.
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