# Event Details - **Event Name**: CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: JOIN OUR 2ND ANNUAL POP-UP ITALIAN MARKET PRESENTED BY CORDONI MASER WINESAbout this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b801df10-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbe7449-gmir.jpg Join your fellow Italians and lovers of Italy at The Plaid Apron in Sequoyah Hills for a savory Sunday afternoon for our second annual CIAO KNOX MERCATO Pop-up Italian Market series.This special mercato is dedicated to "Festa del Sol" in celebration of the kick-off of the Summer Season. Whether you're headed to Italy this Summer or looking to bring an Italian-feel to your Summer season, join us at the mercato so we can kick-off the Summer together.During the event, you can sip and shop your way around the mercato located in the parking lot in front of Plaid Apron and Sequoyah Realty. BIG THANKS to Rich and Angie Tierney for their kind hospitality to make this event a reality, by providing the venue to bring our local Italian community together.~So far our featured Mercato Partners include the following, with more to come:Mercato Venue generously provided by Rich & Angie Tierney of Sequoyah RealtyOrganic Italian Olive Oil by Cordoni Maser Olive OilArtisan Pizza & Sourdough Bread by Plaid ApronItalian Street Food by Mucho Gusto Food TruckGourmet Italian Goods by The Italian ApronHand-Crafted Gelato by Tesoro GelatoSpecialty Italian Mocktails by Corks Wine & SpiritsItalian Spices by The Spice & Tea ExchangeSpecialty Balsamic Vinegars by Il Mercato Balsamic ShopExclusive Trips to Italy by Traveler's CaffeAll Natural Skincare Products by Terra BellaChance to Meet & Join the Italian Culture Club & UT Italian ClubConcorso Italiano Vintage Italian Car Showcase by Cordoni Maser ImportsItalian Music & Tunes by DJ SpritzUpgrade Ticket Available: Cordoni Maser Passport Pizza & Wine Tasting Experience inside the Plaid Apron...tickets coming soon on Plaid Apron's Resy Events Page!! (Reservations Required)~The Mercato is completely FREE for all to attend, so come one, come all to celebrate our local Ciao Knox Italian Community. Click the "Reserve a Spot" button for your complimentary admission. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b8441830-3650-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b8925f40-3650-11f1-94cc-3b4f07bbef99-rimg-w1200-h600-dc030407-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b8ef4c50-3650-11f1-94cc-3b4f07bbef99-rimg-w1200-h600-dc010407-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b93778e0-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc775e47-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b986aa50-3650-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w1200-h600-dc030407-gmir.png CORDONI MASER PASSPORT PIZZA & WINE TASTING EXPERIENCEDuring the Ciao Knox Mercato, we'll be offering an exclusive Cordoni Maser Passport Tasting Experience inside The Plaid Apron, featuring the following menu:~MENUCordoni Maser Artisan Wine Tasting Flight from the Green Heart of Italy, featuring our all-new Summer Reds Release: 2025 Pet-Nat Rosso, 2024 Pinot Nero, and 2020 Sangiovese.Organic Olive Oil Tasting from Umbria & Tuscany paired with Plaid Apron's famous Sourdough BreadPlaid Apron Personal PizzaCost: $45 + Tax & Gratuity (Non-Alcohol & Kids Tickets Available for $20+)~OFFICIAL TICKET LAUNCH COMING SOON >>In order to officially confirm your Ciao Knox Mercato | Passport Pizza & Wine Tasting Experience, you will be able to reserve your preferred table size and time via Plaid Apron's Resy Events Page. (Coming Soon!)~For any remaining open seats during the event, these will be made available on a first-come, first serve basis for walk-ins. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b9d58da0-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc1a0f07-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ba18ff40-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1200-h600-dc050605-gmir.png SAVE THE DATE : CIAO KNOX MERCATO 2026 CALENDAR OF EVENTS https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ba641200-3650-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w582-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/baa512a0-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc46311d-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/baec54d0-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc181713-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/bb2da390-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc614730-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/bbabfb50-3650-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w1200-h600-dc050704-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bbe2e9d0-3650-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1b1810-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/knoxville/ciao-knox-mercato-|-italian-market-series/100001986211612400 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, wine-tasting, pop-ups, kids, food-truck-festivals, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Knoxville - **state**: TN - **country**: United States - **location**: The Plaid Apron - **lat**: 35.9340526 - **long**: -83.9632934 - **full address**: The Plaid Apron, 1210 Kenesaw Avenue, Knoxville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d84fdf759c99b4c9f260ff3cd44dda56e3418b98cf6e1c63909925bd6ba8fac8-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775985585 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series being held? - **A:** CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series takes place on Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Plaid Apron, 1210 Kenesaw Avenue, Knoxville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series? - **A:** CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series is organized by Cordoni Maser Wines & Olive Oil. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CIAO KNOX MERCATO | Italian Market Series is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Knoxville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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