Sequoyah Hills Park offers access to the Tennessee River. | Photo via City of Knoxville
Sometimes, my favorite leisure activity simply consists of hopping on public transit and visiting a different part of the city.
Did you know that KAT’s Route 10 can take you straight from downtown to Sequoya Hills Park (a prime picnic location, in my opinion)? Check out these local spots where you can grab snacks + plan a park picnic:
Market Square Farmers Market | Downtown (Bonus: Walk a couple blocks south from the market to hit stop No. 2622 for Route 10.)
Events
Events
Monday, July 21
Arts Based Data Visualization Workshop | 1-4 p.m. | Knoxville Museum of Art | $45 | The museum is collaborating with UTK to teach kids ages 8-10 experimental thinking skills, turning data into art.
Tuesday, July 22
FwF Game Night | 6:30-10 p.m. | Crafty Bastard Brewery - West | Free | BYO-game to make new friends and play some board games — food and drink will be available for purchase.
Wednesday, July 23
PLMP Biz Social Networking | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Kern’s Food Hall | Free+ | grab a pint or some food and network with other local professionals.
Build your own Tea-rarium | 6 p.m. | The Kraken’s Cup Tearoom | $63 | Choose from a wide selection of plants, mosses, decorative rocks, and more to create your own terrarium in a teacup.
Dark Market: Cryptids of the Appalachia | 5:30 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing Knoxville | Free+ | Head to this unique market to explore oddities, apothecary, herbology, alchemy, curiosities, tarot, and more.
Sunsphere Wheat Event | 6 p.m. | Balter Beerworks | Cost of purchase | Enjoy happy hour pricing on every pour + free Sunsphere samples all night long.
Sunset Cinema | 7 p.m. | French Memorial Park | Free | Pack up your picnic blanket for an outdoor screening of “The Minecraft Movie.”
You could own a 13-story slice of real estate in downtown Knoxville, for the right cost. The 1960s-era tower at 607 Market St. recently went up for sale without a specific asking price. Scroll down to share what you’d like to see in this space.
Biz
Statewide startup nonprofit Launch Tennessee opened applications for its 3686 pitch competition happening Tuesday, Sept. 9. The winning pitch will receive a prize including $10,000 in cash. Knoxville startups are encouraged to apply to pitch by Friday, Aug. 15.
Sports
Two high school football teammates in Georgia recently committed to the Vols one day a part — and without discussing it beforehand. Four-star linebacker Brayden Rouse + three-star safety Jowell Combay will be part of the 2026 class, WBIR’s Emilie Rae Cochrane shared.
Mansion Monday
Sure, the 1940s horse barn, wine cellar, and library are cool — but imagine the game of hide-and-seek you could play in this 10,187-sqft home. There are five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a guest house, a carriage house, and a barn to choose from, so this game may take a while.
Arts
Have you been to the Knoxville Museum of Art’s “Electricity for All” exhibit yet? The exhibit, running now through Sunday, Aug. 17, examines the relationship between technology, information, and power through the historical framework of the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Listen
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Asked
Asked
In your ideal world, what would go into the 13-story building that’s currently for sale on Market Street?
A. Hotel B. Office space C. Mixed-use building D. Housing
We’re looking forward to another spot with late-night options — Whatabuger is known for most of its locations staying open 24/7. | Photo via Whataburger
In honor of this very official holiday, we’re sharing some of the junk food at new and upcoming restaurants we’re most excited to indulge in.
New
Disco Chicken and Donuts , Kern’s Food Hall | Gluten-free chicken + donuts
This newly-opened spot’s old fashioned-style donuts and chicken are calling our names.
Side Hustle, 100 N. Central St. | BBQ
We’re still itching to try the frozen peanut colada at this backyard barbecue and cocktails concept that took over the former Social Dove space in April.
Coming Soon
Iron Forge Brewing, Covenant Health Park | Brewery | ETA: November 2025
The Sevierville brewery is set to open inside of the stadium — open during and outside of games — with items like the Iron Forge Smashburger.
Whataburger, 1830 Cumberland Ave., far north Knoxville, Turkey Creek | Burgers | ETA: 2025
As part of the Texas burger chain’s expansion into East Tennessee, Whataburger is headed to Knoxville with our favorite kind of junk food — burgers.
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Tarik’s North African Food is still putting the finishing touches on its new brick-and-mortar space, but here’s something to look forward to while you await the opening: Tarik’s will be popping up at the upcoming St. Cugino’s Day festival on Sunday. Aug. 10.
