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Events Open to the General Public in the Knoxville Metropolitan Area

Visit this page to learn about public events scheduled at The Venue that support small businesses and local non-profits. Mark you calendars, buy your tickets (where applicable), and come out and support these worthwhile organizations!​ Click on photos/logos to learn more about each event, or to contact organizers.
Note: The Venue's calendar does not list private events. It includes only those events open to the general public (free and/or ticketed). Unless otherwise noted, The Venue is merely the host facility, not the organizer of the events.

Loudon County Chamber of Commerce
Annual Non-Profit Showcase
​Tuesday, July 8 from 5:00-6:30pm

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Join us for our July Business after Hours, Tuesday, July 8th, 5:00-6:30 p.m., featuring our 6th Annual Non-Profit Chamber Showcase, at The Venue located at 7690 Creekwood Park Blvd., Lenoir City. Do you know how much our Non-Profit organizations contribute to our community? We welcome you to learn more about these essential organizations and meet them in person. Come out and enjoy great networking with other Chamber members and our great Non-Profit organizations! This event is free, but please register so that we will know how many plan to attend.

Non-Profit Chamber Members - Register as Non-Profit Vendor Participant (Only need to register one participant in this category)
All other attendees - Register as Attendee Registration 

Smoky Mountain Gun Collectors:
Knoxville's Original Gun Show
Saturday, July 19 (9am-5pm)
Sunday, July 20 (9am-3pm)

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​Admission is $10 daily at the entrance. For more information, visit the Smoky Mountain Gun Collector's Association website. 

American Pet Rescues' Fundraising Gala
Saturday, August 9 from 5-9pm

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Join us for an unforgettable evening to support the mission of American Pet Rescues, Inc. on Saturday, August 9 from 5-9pm.

You're invited to a special night of great food, entertainment, and community — all in support of local animal rescue efforts.
Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, and a live performance by Jazz crooner, Camren Alvarez.

Evening Highlights
• Food stations from LongHorn Steakhouse, Olive Garden, and Chuy’s (Taco Bar)
• Live entertainment featuring Jazz crooner, Camren Alvarez.
• A warm, welcoming atmosphere in support of rescue animals
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Tickets: $100 per person
All proceeds benefit American Pet Rescues, Inc. (501c3). Space is limited — reserve your seat today.


Loudon County Chamber of Commerce Speaker Series Featuring
University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd
​Tuesday, August 19 from 11:30am-1:00pm

Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for our Loudon County Chamber of Commerce Speaker Series featuring University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd, to be held on Thursday, July 31st at The Venue at Lenoir City. ​Tickets are $30 per Chamber Member, $40 per Non-Member, $300 for Table of 10 for Members, $400 for Table of 10 for Non-Members, and $500 for Premium Tables for 10.  

Randy Boyd has served as UT’s 26th president since November of 2018, and serves as the chief executive officer of the statewide university system. The UT System includes campuses in Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center in Memphis; and the Institute of Public Service. Additionally, it includes the flagship campus in Knoxville, which is also comprised of the Space Institute in Tullahoma and the statewide Institute of Agriculture. UT has 62,000 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and over 454,000 alumni. The UT System also manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory through its UT-Battelle partnership, where Boyd serves as co-chairman.

Dancing with the Stars - Loudon County
Thursday, October 23 from 5-8pm

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Dancing with the Stars Loudon County is a fun-filled fundraiser where local leaders team up with choreographers to dance and raise money. And the Teams Are In for Dancing With the Stars – Loudon County! Here are the incredible duos who will be lighting up the stage to support United Way of Loudon County and its local nonprofits:

• Coach Mike Wilson & Lana Coon
• Wiley & Courtney Brakebill
• JC & Alishia Denney
• Melissa Browder & Michael “Blue Shirt Dancing Guy” Galyean
• Janette Saroka & Kedrick McKenzie
• Lindsay Huffman & Cade Black
• Blair & Cole Sitzlar

Voting is now OPEN! Every dollar you donate counts as a vote for your favorite team. Support your favorite dancers and make a difference in our community!

Reserve your table today and be part of this unforgettable evening. Let’s dance for a cause, Loudon County!

Southern Charm & Sweet Tea
14th Annual Boutique Vendor & Craft Fair
​Saturday, November 8 from 10am-2pm

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Southern Charm & Sweet Tea is back for its 14th event, and is so excited to be partnering with the Pilot Club of Lenoir City again to support its brain health & safety related programs and initiatives in our community.

Please join 50+ boutique vendors and craftsmen for early Christmas shopping! This year's event is on Saturday, November 8th from 10:00am to 2:00pm at The Venue at Lenoir City. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted to benefit the Pilot Club's important local work.

Stay tuned to our Facebook Event Page for updates.

Click here to register as a vendor.

Other upcoming public events & fundraisers...

  • 100 Black Men of Greater Knoxville Scholarship Gala (Saturday, July 12)
  • Loudon County Education Foundation's Champions Gala (Thursday, August 21)
  • UT Medical Center's Parkinson's Symposium (Friday, September 19)
  • Loudon County Young Life Annual Banquet (Monday, September 29)
  • Farragut/West Knox Chamber of Commerce "The Auction: Charity Gala & Dinner Affair" (Thursday, October 2)
  • Smoky Mountain Service Dogs Night for Patriots (Saturday, October 4)
  • Loudon County Concert Band Holiday Concert (Thursday, December 11)

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