6 Fourth of July Celebrations in the Knoxville Area
Don't have big plans for the 4th yet? That's ok. We've got you covered. Check out our picks of fun things to do that will make your Independence Day a BLAST!
And here's a perk, most of them are FREE!
Festival on the 4th
Where: Worlds Fair Park, Knoxville
When: July 4, 4pm-10pm
Cost: Free
The Festival on the 4th delivers a wide variety of family fun including entertainment, activities and treats at the City of Knoxville's 4th of July celebration at the World's Fair Park. Throughout the day festival goers will be treated to good music, good food, good fun and good times on the Festival and Performance lawns of the World's Fair Park.
Concord Yacht Club 4th of July Regatta
Where: Northshore Dr. Knoxville
When: July 4, 10am
Cost: No registration fee
Held in celebration of the July 4th holiday, this event brings out club members of all ages for racing! This regatta is open to both keelboats and dinghies. CYC will host a dinner and a fireworks display that evening. CYC members will sign up and pay for the dinner per instructions provided by the Social Chairman. Visiting competitors who wish to attend the dinner and fireworks display should preregister. Even if you're not a racer, it's always fun to watch too!
Gatlinburg's First Independence Day Parade in the Nation
Where: Downtown Gatlinburg
When: July 4, 12:00 am (Midnight)
Cost: Free
Gatlinburg celebrates the 4th of July in a big way and this year will be no exception. For 42 years, Gatlinburg has kicked off the holiday with the first Independence Parade in the Nation stepping off at 12:01 a.m. on July 4. In recognition of their heroic efforts during the 2016 wildfires, Gatlinburg is proud to announce that the Grand Marshals for the Midnight Parade will be the Firefighters, First Responders and Law Enforcement Officers who came to their aid.
Smokin' the Water 2017
Where: City of Kingston Waterfront
When: July 4, 9 am-10pm
Cost: Free
One of the longest running festivals on the 4th of July, set on beautiful Watts Bar Lake in Kingston, TN. Events include BBQ Cook Off, Kids Zone, Homemade Raft Races, Food, Car Show, Parade, and Musical Acts like: The Royal Hounds, Johnny Neel, Band Temper, and Cereus Bright. All this leads up to one of the largest firework shows in East Tennessee.
Museum of Appalachia Independence Day Celebration & Anvil Shoot
Where: Museum of Appalachia, Norris TN
When: July 4, 9am-6pm
Cost: $20 for Adults, $15 for Military, $10 for Youth (13-17), $6 for Children (5-12), and Family Rate is $35.
The Museum of Appalachia has Anvil shoots at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. There is also a pie baking contest at noon. Along with the big booms, there are patriotic ceremonies and lots of music—the old-time mountain music of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Wander the Museum's Village and see demonstrations of spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, old-fashioned games for kids, cross cut sawing, sassafras tea brewing and cedar rail splitting.
Fourth of July on Mabry's Hill
Where: Mabry-Hazen House, Dandridge Ave. Knoxville
When: July 4, 6pm
Cost: Adults $60, Children under 12 are free with a ticket holder.
Mabry-Hazen House will host its second annual Fourth of July Celebration on historic Mabry’s Hill. Attendees will enjoy a great view of the July 4th fireworks show, good food, and live music by Eli Fox. Tours of the historic home will begin at 6pm, and dinner will be served at 7:30. Alcohol is BYOB. Purchase your tickets in advance to guarantee your attendance.
So that's it, our six picks of fun things to do on the Fourth. We hope you and your family have a happy and safe Independence Day!
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