What to do in Knoxville This Weekend

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What to do on Friday, 12/6/24:

1. December FURst Friday Craft - Join us in dog park for our December FURst Friday craft! We will be making picture frame ornaments. Your pups spot on the Christmas tree is waiting for them! More info here

2. An Afternoon with Santa - Ho Ho Ho! Bring your little ones to North Knoxville Medical Center for a festive afternoon with Santa! Kids can share their holiday wishes, snap a picture with Santa Claus, sip on hot cocoa, and enjoy sweet treats. More info here

3. Cherokee Caverns presents Christmas in the Cave 2024 - Join us for this unique and fun family tradition at Knoxville’s Historic Cherokee Caverns! Stroll along the cave path and enjoy the beautiful Stalactites, Stalagmites and formations along with thousands of twinkling Christmas lights and scenes! More info here

4. Santa at the Sunsphere - Come see Santa at the Sunsphere December 6th-8th! Visit Knoxville will be hosting photo reservations with Santa on the 4th Floor Observation Deck—reservations must be made in advance. Photo packages range from $40-$60. More info here

5. Yoga at the Museum - End your week with gentle yoga at the McClung Museum. Enjoy breathing, relaxing movements, and stretching, with some calm, meditative moments to ease you into your Friday. We encourage you to wear comfortable clothes that you can move in and bring a yoga mat. Forgot your mat or don't have one? No problem! The museum has a limited supply of mats to loan. No experience is necessary. More info here

What to do on Saturday, 12/7/24:

1. 10th Annual Rocky Hill Christmas Parade and Festival - 3:30- Festival area opens! Holiday market features: local artisans, food trucks, photo booth, and more interactive fun! Live music from well known bands, the Grinch reading a holiday story, and more fun from the stage! More info here

2. Artisan Bread Baking Class For The Beginner - Italian Rosemary and Roasted Garlic Focaccia Bread – A fluffy, herb-infused delight with a golden, crisp crust.

   Italian Olive Bread – Packed with briny olives, this bread is bursting with Mediterranean flavor.

   Rustic Ciabatta Bread – Light, airy, and perfect for soaking up every bit of sauce or olive oil. More info here

3. Live Music Knoxville: Harmony & Grit - Catch Harmony & Grit live at Barrelhouse Knoxville! This band brings a dynamic mix of country and bluegrass with a modern twist. Perfect for an evening out, their lively tunes will have you tapping your feet all night. More info here

4. Make Your Own Wooden Christmas Ornaments - Bring your creativity and join Ranger Eric in our new classroom at the Bluebird Barn to paint your own wooden tree cookie ornaments. We will provide all of the supplies. The cost of this program is $5 per person. More info here

5. Scratch Made Pasta Cooking Class - Crab & Lobster Ravioli with Blistered Red Pepper Alfredo – Silky, luxurious, and packed with seafood goodness.

   Fettuccine with Creamy Pumpkin, Sausage, & Sage Sauce – A cozy, comforting dish that’s perfect for any pasta lover.

   Angel Hair Carbonara – A classic with crispy pancetta, rich egg yolk, and a sprinkle of parmesan magic.

   Homemade Focaccia Bread – Soft, airy, and perfect for dipping in olive oil or mopping up sauce!

   Lemon Ricotta Cake with Almonds – A light, zesty dessert that’s the sweetest way to end our Italian feast. More info here

What to do on Sunday, 12/8/24:

1. A Very Kraken Christmas - Get your photo with Santa, enjoy our tasty Christmas afternoon tea buffet, sing along with your favorite holiday tunes., and be entered to win a holiday themed gift basket in our charity raffle. We will again be supporting a local charity with a portion of ticket sales and sales of any additional raffle tickets. More details and our charity announcement to come in the next month. More info here

2. Cast Iron Cooking Class - Sous Vide Cast Iron Steak with Herb Butter & Mushrooms 🥩🍄

   Dutch Oven Bole Bread—crusty, golden, and irresistible served with Chef’s bread dipping sauce🍞

   Cast Iron Vegetable Lasagna—layers of flavor and comfort 🥬🧀

   Cast Iron Melting Potatoes—crispy on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth on the inside 🥔

   Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cake—a sweet, gooey ending to your cast iron adventure 🍰 More info here

3. Holiday Card Crafting with The Big Camera - Cyanotype is not always blue! In this workshop, you will use different kinds of treated cyanotype papers to create beautiful handmade holiday cards. You will use flowers, leaves, and an assortment of found objects to make your prints. You can also bring any small items to use that might make a good print. You will leave with 10 cards and envelopes. More info here

4. Family Painting Workshop - Bring the family down so everyone can create their own holiday masterpieces. Meredith, our experienced instructor, provides step-by-step guidance that help all levels of painters express their creativity and build some new holiday memories. All supplies are provided, and each ticket includes a beverage. Kid tickets are $25 and include a juice box or soft drink. Adult tickets run $30 and include a pint or cooler beverage of your choice. More info here

5. Knoxville Community Band Concert - The Knoxville Community Band gives musicians of all experience levels the opportunity to perform in various concerts, including an outdoor concert series during the summer, other festivals and city events throughout the year playing an assortment of light classical, festive and marching pieces. More info here

6. A Cedar Springs Christmas - Choir, orchestra, and more! Join us for an evening of Christmas carols and beautiful music as we celebrate the birth of our Savior. Presented by the Cedar Springs Sanctuary Choir, Rejoice Youth Choir, and Kid’s Choir with a guest performance by the professional vocal group, King’s Cadence. More info here