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CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY EVENTS 2011
Christmas
in the City is Knoxville's most anticipated winter festival. Our city
dresses for the holidays with lighted trees and decorations - including
the popular and growing Up on the Rooftops displays - plus dozens
of events guaranteed to bring holiday cheer!
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Parking is free in the City's Market Square,
State Street and Locust Street garages, and on meters, from 6 p.m.
weekdays and all day on weekends. |
| KNOXVILLE'S HOLIDAYS ON ICE |

Open Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 thru Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012
Knoxville's only open-air ice rink opens November 25 at 10:00 a.m.
Located in Downtown Knoxville at Market Square
Rink is open everyday, rain or shine
Admission is $10 for adults & $7 for children 12 years & younger.
Admission includes skate rental & sales tax.
Every skater must sign a waiver of liability.
Parent / guardian signature required for all skaters under the age of 18 years.
For specific operational hours, special promotions & info on private parties, birthday celebrations, season passes & group rates call 865-215-4423 or visit www.knoxvillesholidaysonice.com.
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| REGAL CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS |

Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 at 6:00 p.m.
Downtown Knoxville becomes a Christmas village with caroling, marshmallow roasting & unique shopping at the Christmas Market (Market open Nov. 25 noon-9 p.m. on Market Street)
Festivities at Krutch Park extension, Krutch Park, and Market Square
Lighting of the 38 ft. First Tennessee Foundation tree
Krutch Park sparkles with more than 100,000 lights
Performances by Unity Choir and Clarence Brown Theatre
FREE horse drawn carriage rides
FREE pictures with Santa Claus
FREE
cookie decorating
FREE snow cream & eggnog provided by Mayfield
FREE hot cocoa by the Salvation Army
Award winning WDVX personality Freddy Smith and his Christmas Chicken will emcee the Holiday Ho-Ho-Hoedown starting at 5 p.m. on Market Square Stage
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Photo Slideshow of Past Regal Celebration of Lights Night »
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| WIVK / FOWLER'S CHRISTMAS PARADE |

Friday, Dec. 2, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
Gay Street in Downtown Knoxville
One of Knoxville's Christmas favorites
Floats & decorated vehicles
Marching bands & dancers
Special appearance by Santa Claus!
Live on VOLUNTEER TV
The parade route: start at the Knoxville Coliseum, run along Historic Preservation then left on Hall of Fame, right on Hill Ave., right on Gay St.
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Photo Slideshow of Past WIVK/ Fowler's Parade Night » |
| COMCAST CHRISTMAS AT CHILHOWEE PARK |

Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 at 6:00 p.m.
• A forest of lighted trees floating on the lake
• FREE pictures with Santa Claus
• FREE
cookie decorating
• FREE horse drawn carriage rides
• FREE
marshmallow roasting
• FREE snow cream & eggnog provided by Mayfield
• Nightly self-guided driving tours through the park from Nov. 25th-Jan. 1st
View
Photo Slideshow of Past Comast Christmas at Chilhowee Park Night »
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| FIRST NIGHT KNOXVILLE |

Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.
• New Year's Eve Celebration of the Arts in Downtown Knoxville
• Full evening of music, comedy & dance at over a dozen venues throughout Market Square
• First Night Admission Button gets you into all the venues
• Family-friendly & alcohol-free
• Children's Festival from 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
• Early kids countdown at 9 p.m.
• Multiple food vendors, rides, & amusements
• Evening builds to the countdown and fireworks at midnight!
• Buttons can be purchased at all Pilot locations and at www.firstnightknoxville.com
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| BUY DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE GIFT CARDS |
One card. Many locations.
Give the Buy Downtown Knoxville gift card this holiday shopping season.Good at Knoxville's Holidays on Ice and many more places!
More info at www.buydowntownknoxville.org. |
| CHRISTMAS EVENTS CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER
& DECEMBER 2011 |
November 1 - December 31
Ritta Elementary Art Exhibition
Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park
During museum hours. No admission charge.
www.knoxart.org
(865) 934-2034
November 4 - February 5, 2012
"After the Fall" Exhibition
Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park
Open during museum hours
One of the first major surveys devoted to the wealth of exciting art being produced by a new generation of artist from Eastern Europe's former communist countries. Preview party 5:30-7:30 p.m. No admission charge.
www.knoxart.org
(865) 525-6101
November 10 - 23, December 7-23
Journey to Life: Works by Jonathan Howe
Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St.
Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exhibition chronicles the lives of those he paints in captivating oil portraits No admission charge.
www.jnhowe.com
(865) 523-7543
November 25-January 8
Knoxville's Holidays on Ice
Market Square
Hours vary
knoxvillesholidaysonice.com
(865) 215-4248
December 2 - 31
Featured Artist Exhibit and Reception
Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St.
Mon-Sat: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun: 1-5 p.m., Reception (Open to public) Dec. 2: 5:30-9 p.m.
Exhibit of Kathy Holland (painting & drawing) and Harriet Howell (hand painted silk apparel). No admission charge.
artmarketgallery.net
(865) 525-5265
December 12 - January 27, 2012
Annual National Juried Exhibition of 2011
Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay St.
Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Jan. 6: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Jan. 7: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Closed December 26-30.
No admission charge.
www.knoxalliance.com
(865) 523-7543
December 19-23
Empty Stocking Fund
Chilhowee Park, Jacob Building, 3301 East Magnolia Ave.
Knoxville News Sentinel Empty Stocking Fund provides food & gifts to 3,600 families who are in need during the holidays. Volunteers are needed for the week. No admission charge.
knoxnews.com/charities
(865) 342-6850
December 22 - 30
Holiday Festival of Lights
Cove at Concord Park, 11808 Northshore Dr.
6-9 p.m., Closed Christmas Day
The Cove at Concord Park sparkles with holiday light displays. Bonfires for roasting marshmallows, kettle corn, hot chocolate, and coffee available. No admission charge.
www.knoxcounty.org
(865) 215-6600
December 24
Christmas Eve Family Service
Church St. United Methodist, 900 Henley St.
3 p.m
"Candlelight, Carols & Christmas Stories" designed for families with young children. Includes a "Blessing of the Babies."
(865) 521-0282
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December 24
Christmas Eve Communion Services
Church St. United Methodist, 900 Henley St.
5 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.
Awe-inspiring traditional candlelight communion service begins at 5:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
(865) 524-3048
December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
First Baptist Church Sanctuary, 510 W Main St.
5 p.m.
A worship service celebrating the birth of Christ that ends with the congregation singing "Silent Night" by candlelight.
www.fbcknox.org
(865) 546-9661
December 24
Christmas Eve Service
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 West Vine Ave.
6 p.m., 9 p.m., and Midnight
Families with children are invited to participate in the annual Christmas Eve Children's Mass at 6 p.m., traditional Christmas Eve Masses at 9 p.m. and Midnight.
www.icknoxville.org
(865) 522-1508
December 24
Christmas Eve Family Holy Eucharist Service
St. James Episcopal Church, 1101 N. Broadway
5:30 p.m.
Family-centered service with Nativity Pageant and Music.
www.stjamesknox.org
(865) 523-5687
December 24
Christmas Eve Holy Eucharist Service
St. James Episcopal Church, 1101 N. Broadway
10:30 p.m.
This service begins with 30 minutes of glorious Christmas anthems sung by the St. James Parish Choir and Orchestra.
www.stjamesknox.org
(865) 523-5687
December 25
Christmas Morning Service Church St. United Methodist, 900 Henley St.
11 a.m.
Christmas Day worship services.
(865) 524-3048
December 31
"Alive into 2012!" New Year's Eve Party
Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park
9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Musical entertainment by R&B band Soul Connection, all-night buffet by F.A.T.S. BBQ, dancing, party favors, cash bar, and complimentary midnight toast of bubbly. Prices $55, $40, $30.
www.knoxart.org
(865) 525-6101
December 31
New Year's Eve Celebration
Crown Plaza Knoxville, 401 W. Summit Hill Dr.
Dinner is at 6:30-8 p.m.; Dancing begins at 8 p.m.
Celebrate New Year's Eve with an exciting guestroom package. Deluxe packages include dinner, dance admission and room accommodations for two. Dinner is all you can eat surf 'n turf buffet with live entertainment by The Max and a continental breakfast is served after the party. Call for reservations.
www.crownknox.com
(865) 522-2600 ext. 2366
December 31
First Night Knoxville 2012
Downtown Knoxville
3 p.m to Midnight
New Year's Eve Celebration of the Arts in downtown. Full evening of music, comedy and dance at over a dozen venues throughout the Market Square District. First Night Admission Buttons can be purchased at all Pilot locations
firstnightknoxville.com |
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