Events

November 14, 2026 to January 3, 2027, Aspire Park will host Aspirations in Light, Southeast’s longest walking holiday light show. This family-friendly event will enchant visitors of all ages with […]

The American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE) and the University of Tennessee Arboretum are partnering together for the November free guided bird walk at the UT Arboretum on Wednesday, […]

Join astronaut Hayley Arceneaux at the American Museum of Science and Energy for a special book signing and conversation. Learn more about her journey from childhood cancer survivor to astronaut. […]

Join the UT Arboretum Society as Lisa Thomison, director and co-founder of the Owl Ridge Raptor Center, introduces the audience to some of their feathered "ambassadors" on Saturday, November 21, […]

⛸️ Lace up those skates, Clinton! A brand-new holiday attraction is gliding into downtown. Made possible through sponsorships from the City of Clinton, Tennessee, and ORNL Federal Credit Union, the new […]

Burn off some of that Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing with some time on the water. Norris Dam State Park is celebrating its new fleet of kayaks with a special first […]

The City of Rocky Top and the Rocky Top Chamber of Commerce invite you to participate in the upcoming Christmas Parade. The parade will be on Friday, December 4th at […]

The 5th Annual Winter Festival is bringing holiday fun to Anderson County on Saturday, December 5. Spend the afternoon browsing local artists and vendors, enjoying live entertainment, kids' crafts, and […]

Celebrate the Christmas Season at Norris Dam State Park with warm drinks, live folk music, family-friendly crafts, a silent auction, a bonfire, and Santa, who is planning to visit. This […]

Kick off your Holiday season in Historic Downtown Clinton with the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5th.  The parade starts at 6 p.m.  The theme for this year's parade is […]

The Oak Ridge Community Band will perform its Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 6, at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.  The band will feature familiar and seasonal […]

Experience the serenity of an Appalachian Christmas at the Museum of Appalachia! The centerpiece of this holiday event is an evening tour of the Museum’s pioneer village. The cabins will […]

The Oak Ridge Christmas Parade will be on December 12, 2026. This year's theme is All American Christmas. While registration for this event is free, participants are required to complete […]