With temperatures cooling, leaves turning, and pumpkins being harvested, there’s an endless amount of fun to have in this fall. Grab some friends and family, and discover the magic of the season. Knoxville is full of fun-filled fall festivities that are sure to be a hit with the family.
Shop at the Market Square Farmers’ Market
Fall is all about the harvest, from fresh fruits to tasty veggies. Come and find the freshest produce at the Market Square Farmers’ Market. Happening now through November 18, the Market Square Farmers’ Market has the best farm-fresh produce. From fresh eggs to vegetables to homemade salsas, you’ll find everything on your grocery list.
The market even boasts interactive fountains for the kids. Snag some delicious local food vendors, so you can snack while you shop. All products sold at this market are grown or made by local vendors in the East Tennessee region. Support your hometown this season by shopping local.
Catch a University of Tennessee Home Game
Fall means one thing, and that’s college football. Come by and support the Vols at one of the home games for the University of Tennessee. Get into the football spirit and dress in everything orange. Throw on a jersey and get ready for an exciting season of football.
Pop the back of your new Toyota Tacoma and have the tailgate of the century. Grill up some tasty treats, sip on your favorite beverage and toss the pigskin around before the game. Then head to the stadium to cheer on our home team. Home games this fall include Southern Mississippi, LSU, and Vanderbilt.
Get into the Harvest Season at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival
Celebrate the season at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival. Featuring more than 500 southern gospel concerts between September 29 and October 28, this festival is sure to get your heart pumping and your feet moving to the sounds of live music. All concerts are family-friendly.
Also, be sure to check out the artisans from across the country at the craft fair. Once the sun goes down, the park glows with the Halloween spirit. The great pumpkin LumiNights show happens every evening and features artistic sculptures and family-friendly fall fun. Grab the kids for a full day of harvest celebration at Dollywood.
Race for the Cure this October
Join the Susan G Komen foundation and help fight breast cancer on October 21. October is national breast cancer awareness month. Raise money for a great cause and join the nation to help fight breast cancer. This 5k walk or run starts at the World’s Fair Park in Knoxville. If running is not your activity of choice, don’t worry, there are several other ways to help out. You could volunteer to cheer runners on and hand out water. Your company can become involved as a sponsor by hosting a booth to celebrate this fantastic charity. Summer is over, but the fun is just beginning in Knoxville. Celebrate the changing of the seasons with several exciting festivals and activities happening across the city.
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