Established in 1961, the Dogwood Arts Festival is one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville! The festival is held in World’s Fair Park and features over 100 art vendors, live music, food trucks, and entertainment for the entire family. Voted #3 Best Art Festival in the Country in USA Today's 2024 Reader's Poll 🎉
Festival Hours:
Friday: 10AM-7PM
Saturday: 10AM-7PM
Sunday: 10AM-5PM
Free to attend, no tickets required
View the full vendor list and entertainment schedule online at
https://www.dogwoodarts.com/dogwoodartsfestival.
Location:
World's Fair Park
963 Worlds Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916
Parking:
With 37 parking lots and garages – many with free weeknights and weekends – Downtown Knoxville has plenty of options close to World's Fair Park for you to park. World's Fair Park Drive will also remain open throughout the festival for drop-offs/pick-ups close to the entry gate. Visit Parkopedia.com or download the Parkopedia app. Enter "Knoxville" when prompted to enter a city or place. (
https://www.downtownknoxville.org/explore/parking)
Where to Stay:
Combining luxurious comfort with quiet sophistication, Crowne Plaza Downtown Knoxville offers a home away from home in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. Their prime location is just minutes from the Festival site and steps away from bustling Market Square where you'll enjoy a variety of restaurants, bars, and retail stores. Tasteful decor, a peaceful atmosphere, and superior service combine to provide you with an exceptionally memorable stay in downtown.
https://www.crowneknox.com/
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The Dogwood Arts Festival is sponsored by ORNL Federal Credit Union, Home Federal Bank, Visit Knoxville, the Tennessee Arts Commission, the East Tennessee Foundation, and the Downtown Knoxville Alliance. Call (865) 637-4561 for questions or concerns.
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