# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dogwood Arts Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 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 & #1 Best Festival in Knoxville in the 2025 CityView Magazine 'Best of the Best' Reader's Poll!


Festival Hours:
Friday, April 24th: 10AM-7PM
Saturday, April 25th: 10AM-7PM
Sunday, April 26th: 10AM-5PM


Location:
World's Fair Park
963 Worlds Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916

Don’t Miss the Maker Experience: In partnership with The Maker City and KnoxMakers, the festival will include a hands-on area featuring free live demonstrations and a variety of $10 workshops, including stained glass, metal sculpture, oil painting, blacksmithing, crochet, and many more. Activities are available for all ages. Register for workshops Here.


Emerging Maker Tent: The Emerging Maker Tent will open on Sunday, April 26th, featuring 12 up-and-coming artists selling their work for the first time in a professional art fair setting.


Enjoy a tasty lineup of local food trucks, craft beer from Cherokee Distributing, and cocktails by Sugarlands Distilling. Families will love the Kids’ Creation Station, sponsored by ORNL Federal Credit Union, with free creative activities just for them throughout the weekend.


The 2026 Dogwood Arts Festival is sponsored by ORNL Federal Credit Union, Visit Knoxville, Home Federal Bank, the Tennessee Arts Commission, Cherokee Distributing, Pilot, the Downtown Knoxville Alliance, Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, the City of Knoxville, Knox County, Knoxville Utilities Board, Crowne Plaza, Xfinity, Sugarlands Distilling Company, Graphic Creations, Renewal by Andersen, Pinnacle Home Improvement, Dollywood, and the AB Project.


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.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/knoxville/dogwood-arts-festival/200029266337650
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, music, entertainment, performances, live-music, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 44

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Knoxville
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: World's Fair Park - Knoxville
- **lat**: 35.961786
- **long**: -83.924385
- **full address**: World's Fair Park - Knoxville, 958 World's Fair Park Dr SW, Knoxville, TN 37916-1655, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dogwood Arts Festival being held?
  - **A:** Dogwood Arts Festival takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at World's Fair Park - Knoxville, 958 World's Fair Park Dr SW, Knoxville, TN 37916-1655, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dogwood Arts Festival?
  - **A:** Dogwood Arts Festival is organized by Dogwood Arts.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Dogwood Arts's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Dogwood Arts a rating of 3.67/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Dogwood Arts has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Dogwood Arts Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. 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. If Dogwood Arts Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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