# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join in a day of festivities and community engagement on April 11 from 11am-3pm as Ijams Nature Center, UTK Sources of Strength and Contact Care Line bring you 'Spring Into Hope,' a vibrant and uplifting mental health awareness festival! With the arrival of spring, we come together to spread messages of hope, resilience, and support for ourselves and each other. This festival is a space for healing, learning, and connecting with others who understand the challenges we face. 

The day will be filled with community resources,  art,  nature walks, breakout sessions, hands-on activities, and discussions, with the goal of breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and promote positive well-being for all. There will also be a listening lounge for those who need someone to talk to.

Interested in being a part of Spring into Hope? Click this link for information on being a part of this fun and informative event:
https://forms.gle/RB8Bu6VUb9rv7D1v9

Details on resource groups, breakout sessions, and activity groups coming soon!

This is a free event but donations for this event are greatly appreciated and go to support Sources of Strength @ UTK to advance mental health awareness among college students, employees at the University of Tennessee, and the broader community by destigmatizing conversations around mental health through help-seeking behavior, fostering resilience, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms, and cultivating a sense of belonging within the community. 

Parking will also be free on this day at Ijams.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/knoxville/spring-into-hope-a-mental-health-festival-at-ijams-nature-center/200029710695345
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, mental-health, festivals, art, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 259

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Knoxville
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37920
- **lat**: 35.95631
- **long**: -83.87022
- **full address**: 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37920

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center being held?
  - **A:** Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37920.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center?
  - **A:** Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center is organized by Ijams Nature Center.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Ijams Nature Center's events?
  - **A:** Ijams Nature Center has 118+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Ijams Nature Center 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:** Spring into Hope: A Mental Health Festival at Ijams Nature Center is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. 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. With 250+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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