Here’s a closer look at what you can expect from the area’s events:
July 3 First Friday Reception: The Downtown Art Market Gallery in Knoxville invites the community to its First Friday Reception from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. July’s featured artist is Lynnda Tennpenny, who will showcase a collection of mixed-media artwork. Admission is free, and all are welcome to enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and creativity.
July 2– July 8: 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.
Saturday, July 5 | 5:00 PM – Jazz Quartet: Enjoy an evening of classic jazz as the Oasis Jazz Quartet performs at the Good Shepherd Arts Series. The concert will feature rich harmonies, smooth standards, lively swing, and an inviting atmosphere for music lovers.
July 10-12 Wordplayers: The WordPlayers presents Hairspray: The Musical, a high-energy Broadway musical in performances on July 10th & 11th at 7:30 p.m. and July 11th & 12th at 2:30 p.m. at Bijou Theatre, 803 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. For more information and tickets, visit The WordPlayers or call 865-539-2490.
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
Cultural Festivals reflect the specific cultures and communities they represent.
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:
- July 2 – Darrell Scott
- July 9 – Chatham County Line
- July 16 – Cedric Burnside
- July 23 – J & The Causeways
- July 30 – Wyatt Ellis
Saturday, July 26 | 5:00 PM – Barbecue and Bluegrass: Join Good Shepherd for an evening of bluegrass music featuring the Grassy Creek Bluegrass Band. A barbecue dinner provided by the Men’s Club will be served as guests enjoy great music, fellowship, and community.
June 30 – July 7: The American Revolution Experience Exhibit will be on display at the East TN History Center.
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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