Community Calendar

Animal Farm is a fable with a sting.

The story begins with joyous triumph. The animals of Manor Farm, tired of hunger, labor and mistreatment, rise up against their human owner and drive him away. At last, they believe, they are free. They will build a new society in which all animals are equal, and no creature lives under the mastery of another.
But ideals prove easier to proclaim than to preserve.

A Staged Dramatic Reading

As part of the production, Theatre 23 is launching an educational outreach program for public, private and home-school students throughout the Knoxville metropolitan area. Director Suzy Short has developed a curriculum to accompany the production, designed to meet applicable Common Core State Standards and give students a deeper understanding of Orwell’s work, its historical context and the questions it raises about power, propaganda, language and individual freedom.

Friday, October 23 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 24 — 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 25 — 2:30 p.m.

This year's self guided tour invites the community to explore the unique architecture and rich history of five beautifully preserved homes within the College Hill Historic District in downtown Maryville. Highlights include some of the oldest residences in the neighborhood, dating back to 1885 with ties to early Maryville College professors and local historic figures. A continuous shuttle will assist attendees between homes, and maps will be provided. Guests are also invited to drop by the landmark Chilhowee Club at any point along the route for complimentary refreshments. This event is a wonderful celebration of local history and preservation in East Tennessee, taking place in conjunction with Maryville College's Homecoming weekend. We hope to see you there!

Animal Farm is a fable with a sting.

The story begins with joyous triumph. The animals of Manor Farm, tired of hunger, labor and mistreatment, rise up against their human owner and drive him away. At last, they believe, they are free. They will build a new society in which all animals are equal, and no creature lives under the mastery of another.
But ideals prove easier to proclaim than to preserve.

A Staged Dramatic Reading

As part of the production, Theatre 23 is launching an educational outreach program for public, private and home-school students throughout the Knoxville metropolitan area. Director Suzy Short has developed a curriculum to accompany the production, designed to meet applicable Common Core State Standards and give students a deeper understanding of Orwell’s work, its historical context and the questions it raises about power, propaganda, language and individual freedom.

Friday, October 23 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 24 — 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 25 — 2:30 p.m.

Mountain Makins is an Appalachian Folk Life Festival celebrating the unique culture of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Known for high quality crafts and artisans, the festival features a juried arts & crafts fair, top regional musical talent, storytellers, authors, craft demonstrations, and children's activities. All activities take place at historic Rose Center.

The University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville, is going to the dogs for a Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade and Pet Expo. The event, now in its twelfth year, is co-sponsored by the UT Gardens and the UT College of Veterinary Medicine and caters to dogs and dog lovers. It will be held Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the UT Gardens.

Enjoy a costumed pet parade emceed by Erin Donovan. The puparazzi loves the judged categories that include Bad to the Bone (scariest), Funny Bone (funniest), Do(g) It Yourself (homemade), Pup Culture (pop culture/character), and Judges’ Choice awards, including Bone-a-Fido (best in show). The event also features an expo of educational booths, pet businesses, and rescue groups. Various food trucks will be on hand for attendees wanting to purchase food. People are encouraged to participate in a food drive to benefit the Companion Animal Initiative of Tennessee (CAIT), an outreach program at the veterinary college that works to improve the lives of companion animals and reduce the homeless pet population in Tennessee by promoting humane education and spay/neuter initiatives.

The event is free to attend. Parade pre-registration is $10 per costume entry (can include multiple dogs as one costume). Parade participants can also register for $15 on the day of the event, beginning at 1 p.m. The parade will begin at 3:00 p.m. and is judged by locally known dog lovers. Event t-shirts will also be available for purchase.

For additional information or to register, please visit tiny.utk.edu/howloween.

Animal Farm is a fable with a sting.

The story begins with joyous triumph. The animals of Manor Farm, tired of hunger, labor and mistreatment, rise up against their human owner and drive him away. At last, they believe, they are free. They will build a new society in which all animals are equal, and no creature lives under the mastery of another.
But ideals prove easier to proclaim than to preserve.

A Staged Dramatic Reading

As part of the production, Theatre 23 is launching an educational outreach program for public, private and home-school students throughout the Knoxville metropolitan area. Director Suzy Short has developed a curriculum to accompany the production, designed to meet applicable Common Core State Standards and give students a deeper understanding of Orwell’s work, its historical context and the questions it raises about power, propaganda, language and individual freedom.

Friday, October 23 — 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 24 — 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 25 — 2:30 p.m.

The Oak Ridge Community Band will hold its Halloween Concert on Sunday afternoon, October 25, at 4 pm in A.K. Bissell Park, 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, in Oak Ridge. Bring chairs or blankets for outdoor seating and wear your Halloween costumes! Band members will be in costume too. This is a fun family-friendly event and there will be Halloween treats for the kiddies. The band will present a program of Halloween music enjoyable for all ages, and remember, this is a FREE event.

JOIN US - Registration is Open for ABR's Bearly 5K Run/Walk 2026!🐻🎃👟
We are so very excited to announce our 11th annual Bearly 5K Run/Walk for 2026! Join us in person at our Trillium Cove Visitor Center OR from around the world with our virtual option.

🎃When: Saturday, October 31st at 10am (Halloween)
🎃What: One of ABR's favorite events where you can run or walk (almost) a 5K in support of our mission. It is such a fun way to meet some of the ABR staff and, of course, other ABR supporters! Each registration gets a Bearly 5K t-shirt and in-person attendees will have plenty of post race snacks available back at our visitor center.

In honor of Halloween, this year we will be having a costume contest - so come wearing your best!

Deadline to register: Monday, September 28

Haunt the bars in Knoxville with us at our Halloween Bar Crawl on Oct. 31st - don’t ghost us! 🎃 Get Spooky With US This Halloween! 🎃 Round up your boo crew, show off your costumes, and prepare for a night of creepy cocktails, chills, and unforgettable bar-hopping fun! 👻🍹 Click ✅ GOING ✅ On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don't Miss Updates https://www.facebook.com/events/1404144421081990 Here's What You Get: 👽 Join a Spine-Chilling Crowd of Spooky Crawlers! 🍹 2-3 Drinks or Shots Included With Ticket Purchase 🚫 No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, & After Party 📸 Professional Photographers 🥤 Crawl With US Stadium Party Cup and Bottle Opener Lanyard 🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials 🍔 Food Specials at Select Venues 🔥 Awesome After Party 📛 Custom Halloween Bar Crawl Badge With Vouchers 🗺️ Access To Our Knoxville Pub Crawl Map 🚨 Get tickets NOW before prices go up! 🚨 _______________________________________ Get ready to celebrate Halloween like never before! On October 31st, join us for a spooktacular bar crawl featuring creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electrifying atmosphere. We’re making our way through Knoxville’s top bars with exclusive drink deals, Halloween-themed entertainment, and surprises lurking around every corner. Grab your friends and throw on your most hilarious, horrifying, or out-of-this-world outfits—because this night is all about bold looks and big scares. Each stop on the crawl will bring a new vibe, from bone-rattling beats to ghoulishly good drinks. Whether you're dressed as a vampire, villain, or just out to vibe, this is the place to be for Halloween night. Knoxville is turning up the fright and fun — and you won’t want to miss a moment. 🎃👻 _______________________________________ 🚨For all the latest venue information, special offers, event details, and ticket purchases, be sure to visit our website! It's your one-stop shop for everything you need to know. ⬇️ www.crawlwith.us/knoxville/halloween 🎃 CHECK IN 4PM - 6PM 🎃 🎃 CRAWL LOCATIONS 4PM - 10PM 🎃 🎃 MID PARTY 7PM - 9PM 🎃 🎃 AFTER PARTY 10PM - 12AM 🎃 _______________________________________ 100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE: 👌If the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed! _______________________________________ ✔️ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ✔️ https://www.crawlwith.us/faq _______________________________________ 🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫 We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl! _______________________________________ ㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑ Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.