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🪓 Chop, chop — it’s time for a tree

Mist lingers between the evergreen pine trees at TNT Christmas Tree Farm
TNT Christmas Tree Farm doubles as a great place to take family portraits — or moody scenery shots. | Photo by Jamie Schnell
There’s no time to waste. It’s Christmas tree season. We organized our list of tree farms and lots by distance from the center of Knoxville.

0-15 minutes away

TNT Christmas Tree Farm
8237 Millertown Pike, Knoxville
Hours: Friday, 12 p.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.– 5p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

20-40 minutes away

Enchanted Christmas Tree Farm
809 E. Copeland Dr., Powell
Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 12-6 p.m.

40–50 minutes away

Arwood Christmas Tree Farm
428 Speers Rd, Kingston
Hours: Times vary

Did we miss a spot? Let us know.
3 more worth the drive
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Events

Friday, Dec. 5

A ‘not so’ Silent Night: Drive-thru Nativity | Friday, Dec.5-Sunday, Dec. 7 | 5-7 p.m. | Wears Valley Ranch | Free

Annual Christmas Bash with 110 in the Shade | 7 p.m. | Roger’s Rockin’ Blues Cafe | Free entry

Earth to Art Faire | Friday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 7 | Times vary | Broadway Studios and Gallery | Free entry

Santa at the Sunsphere | Friday, Dec.5-Sunday, Dec. 7 | Times vary | Sunsphere Welcome Center | $20+

Saturday, Dec. 6

2025 Men’s National Playoffs | 12 p.m. | Tennessee Rugby Park | $15+

Christkindl Market | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Schulz Bräu Brewing Company | Free entry

Cirque Dreams Holidaze | 4 p.m. | Tennessee Theatre | $46+

Sunday, December 7

Triple Moon Yule Market | 12-6 p.m. | The Pentacle Store | Free entry
See our full events calendar

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News Notes

Seasonal

Yoink. In case you missed it, one of Chattanooga’s most popular holiday markets is packing up its sleigh and heading to Knoxville this year. We’re borrowing this beloved maker fair — featuring 150+ artisans — for two festive weekends at the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Dec. 6-7 and 13-14). (Chattanoogan.com)

👋 Hey, NOOGAtoday — need a tour guide while you’re in town?

Number

24. That’s how many plows and spreaders the city of Knoxville has. Pair that with 2,000 tons of salt and winter doesn’t stand a chance. See the Public Works team in action.

Weather

Wait, but is it going to snow soon? According to our friends over at 10News, it doesn’t seem likely in the next few days.

Travel

Exciting news, Knoxville: Southwest Airlines will land at McGhee Tyson Airport in March 2026. Experience the ease of new connections and the joy of seamless travel to your favorite destinations. Discover the possibilities + start planning your next adventure with Southwest.*

Pro Tip

$45. That’s the fee you’ll owe at TSA checkpoints starting in February if you show up without a REAL ID and still want to fly. Save yourself the cash (and the hassle) by securing your REAL ID — and save time with our airport guide.

Eat

Craving a slice of ‘za? Chowhound just named Nashville’s Midnight Oil the top hole-in-the-wall pizza spot in Tennessee. Swing by for a slice — but we think they’re sleeping on some spots. (New2Knox)

Shop

If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about? Wait until you see number six.*

Asked

Speaking of Costco, some folks on Reddit are whispering about another location. If there were a second Costco in the Knoxville area, where should it go? Sound off.

Sports

The Tennessee Titans face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Dec. 7. Hear from the local experts on the Tennessee Titans with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Pets

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Finance

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Editor’s Pick

A book under the blankets

A brick wall with the words "Good Girls Read" on it. There are squiggly, pink designs and the text is above the bookshelves filled with novels.
We feel the romance in the air — and on the shelves. | Photo via @explorewithmekatie
It’s cozy season, so today’s spotlight is one of the coziest bookstores around: Good Girls Books. We have some ways to enjoy this local romance bookstore that go beyond the page.
6 more local bookstores

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The Wrap

I share my Spotify with a toddler, so Saja Boys and Bluey shared the top spots with Kendrick Lamar in my Wrapped this year.

Apparently, I’m not alone. Golden and “Your Idol” were the No. 4 + No. 5 most-searched songs in Knoxville this year, according to Google.

What topped your lists this year? Did anyone get a Knoxvillian in their top artists? (I’m partial to Briston Maroney, myself.) I’m all ears.
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