Events & Exhibits
Dogwood After Dark
March 29: It’s time to celebrate the Festival! Join us for an evening of fine food, entertainment, and company this enchanted spring evening. Ticket required.
Nexus 2012
April 2-14: A beautiful exhibition of smaller-scale sculptures from all genres and materials.
Art in Public Places Knoxville
April 1, 2011-March 16, 2012: A world-class exhibition of large-scale outdoor sculptures enlivens downtown Knoxville. 2012 Exhibit dates: April 6, 2012-March 8, 2013.
Regional Fine Art Exhibition
April 6-27: Progressive emerging and professional regional artists exhibit their work in a variety of genres.
Student Art Exhibition
April 6-27: Knoxville’s next generation of artists is on display, featuring the work of gifted art students from area schools.
Dogwood Trails, Open Gardens, and Camera Sites
April 11-30: Explore over 60 miles of trails, open gardens, camera sites, and historic homes as you enjoy a walk, bike ride, or drive. Westmoreland is the 2012 featured trail.
Market Square Art Fair
April 13-15: Downtown Knoxville is transformed into a lively street fair with high-quality arts and crafts booths, demonstrations, entertainment, and festive food.
Rhythm N’ Blooms
April 20-22: Experience East Tennessee’s historical and present role in American Roots music with performances by a who’s who of locally and nationally-renowned musicians. Pass required.
Chalk Walk
April 21: Downtown sidewalks become the canvas for professional and students artists during this street painting festival.
A Very Special Arts Festival
April 24: An inspiring celebration where children with mental and physical challenges celebrate the arts at West High School.
Dogwood Parade
April 27: A celebration of art, nature, and community moves down Gay Street with bands, floats, giant helium balloons, and performing arts groups.
Dogwood Mile & Party on the Square
April 27: Walk, jog, or sprint through the streets of downtown Knoxville in this family-friendly race. Registration required.
Bikes & Blooms
April 28 & 29: Experience the Dogwood trails the lean, green way – on a bicycle by way of an organized or self-guided ride.
Dogwood Art DeTour
April 28-29: Artists studio trails take you behind the scenes of local artists’ creative processes and into their working studios.
Diva Luncheon
May 3: A celebratory luncheon featuring a wearable art fashion show and sale at Knoxville Marriott. Ticket required.
Art Source
May 4-25: The talents of Knox County Schools’ art instructors take the spotlight at this exhibition.