City of Knoxville - Christmas in the City

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.

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

View Photo Slideshow of Past Regal Celebration of Lights Night »

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.

View 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 »

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

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

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