Events in Sevierville today

AllDogs Canine Care Center is hosting a recurring Play Camp Food Drive on the first Tuesday of each month to benefit shelter pets. The day combines a chance for dogs to enjoy playtime with a convenient way for busy pet parents to contribute to a good cause, keeping pups active instead of home alone. Requested donations include dry and canned dog food, dry and canned cat food, and treats for both dogs and cats. It is an easy way to help shelter animals while supporting a local business.

The MC Jazz Band, directed by Dr. Bill Swann, Professor of Music, will present a fall concert. The event is free and open to the public.

Play MTG Standard in a weekly tournament with a $5 entry fee. The event features three Swiss rounds, with best-of-three matches lasting 50 minutes each. Top performers receive double prize support.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra brings the sound of the swing era to the Bijou Theatre with a program of signature tunes from its storied catalog. The performance features classics such as In the Mood, Chattanooga Choo Choo, American Patrol, A String of Pearls, Little Brown Jug, Pennsylvania 6-5000, Tuxedo Junction, and their theme Moonlight Serenade. A 15-piece orchestra with lead singers and a vocal ensemble presents these big band favorites in the authentic style associated with Glenn Miller, capturing the character of the original performances. Continuing a national tour, the ensemble appears in more than 200 concerts and dances each year, sharing these timeless melodies with audiences across the country.

Learn about e-bikes with the bike mechanics at River Sports Outfitters in this introductory class.

Take a mindful pause with an introduction to mindfulness followed by a guided meditation at the McClung Museum. The program explores meditation as a way to build concentration and manage everyday stress, and welcomes people of all experience levels. Chairs are provided, and guests may bring a cushion, mat, or blanket. The program is presented by Kenton Yeager and UT’s Mindfulness and Meditation Club, a student organization that shares awareness and meditation practices and offers tools for developing a personal meditation practice.

Actress Anne Van Curen portrays Emma 'Grandma' Gatewood, recounting what it was like to be the first woman to complete a solo hike of the Appalachian Trail in 1955. This dramatization is adapted from the book Grandma Gatewood's Walk, which draws on accounts from her surviving family, newspaper and magazine articles, and Gatewood's own diaries and trail journals.

Bingo night is back at Kern’s Food Hall. Play for free and enjoy food, drinks, and prizes. First-timers and regular players alike can take part.

Enjoy a few rounds of bingo, spend time with friends, and try for prizes at Kern’s Bakery. The event supports the Koinonia Foundation of Tennessee and its work in the local community.

Enjoy a karaoke dance party hosted by DJ KNKT at Elaine’s Tavern, featuring an evening of karaoke and dancing.

Small Business Matters Sevierville offers local business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals a relaxed setting to connect over breakfast. The meeting includes 60-second business briefs, opportunities to introduce yourself and your business, and conversations focused on building relationships, referrals, and professional connections. It is open to all businesses and professionals.

Learn about planning, protecting, and preparing for your financial future with Tyler Helton of TSG Financial Advisors, powered by Ameriprise Financial, and Tara Dutton of TL Dutton Law. The discussion will offer information for those planning for retirement, considering their family’s future, or looking to make more informed financial decisions. Attendance is open to everyone, and Chamber membership is not required.

At Fig & Co., Ladies Day Out ushers in the holiday season with a day of shopping, inspiration for the Christmas season, and surprises throughout. Promoted as the year’s largest event, it creates a festive setting to explore seasonal ideas and enjoy a spirited shopping experience.

Celebrate the holiday season with three days of shopping in Bearden. Pick up a Shopapalooza passport, collect stamps at participating shops, and enter for a chance to win gift cards. Fig & Co. is taking part in the annual shopping event.

Connect with local business owners and promote your business, products, or services in a warm, welcoming setting. The gathering includes a structured program, with optional opportunities for open networking before and afterward. Attendance is free, with no membership, dues, attendance requirements, or category restrictions. Food and drinks are optional purchases. Attendees may bring business cards or flyers, invite business contacts, and contribute an optional door prize.

Tackle your projects ahead of the holiday rush at an extended scrapbooking retreat. Set aside ample time to focus on your scrapbooking and make steady progress. The cost is $225.

A cozy cabin in the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg area hosts a small, women-focused crafting retreat for up to 14 participants. Guests stay in shared rooms with individual beds that may be twin, queen, or bunk style, and enjoy unhurried days and relaxed evenings dedicated to creative work. The space is designed for makers, with a studio set up for junk journaling, scrapbooking, crocheting, journaling, or any personal project attendees choose to bring. Each crafting spot offers a four foot table, a chair, and a desk lamp, and the room also includes a TV and a kitchenette for convenient snacks. This is a bring your own crafts experience, complemented by a couple of optional group crafting times. Participants often travel from Tennessee’s neighboring states and beyond, including destinations as far as California.

This community dinner turns a simple meal into support for local ideas. Attendees contribute a suggested $5 at the door, listen to up to four short presentations from community projects, share dinner, then cast a vote for their favorite. After ballots are counted, the winning project receives the money collected at the door. It is a welcoming way to meet neighbors and learn about efforts that aim to make Knoxville a more culturally rich place to live. The evening begins with presentations, followed by dinner and voting, and concludes with the announcement of the winner. Hosted at First Presbyterian Church Knoxville.

The Bottom Book Club will discuss Leah Johnson’s You Should See Me in a Crown. The book is available for purchase in-store or online through Bookshop.org.

In collaboration with UT Downtown Gallery, this hands-on session with Jamaal Barber and Rashaun Rucker introduces participants to making their own relief prints. General studio supplies will be provided by the Printmaking Department, and participants will receive a take-home kit.

Spend time exploring tabletop game design through playtesting and constructive feedback. Bring a prototype to test or come play games created by others. Games at any stage of development are welcome, including modifications to existing games. If you plan to bring a game, share its name, approximate playtime, and how many playtesters you need.

Enjoy an evening of original music at a free concert hosted by the Knoxville Songwriters Association. The event is open to the public and features local songwriting talent, along with food and fun.

Weekly Pokémon GLC tournaments give trainers another chance to qualify for the Player First release program. More details and goodies will be shared soon.

Thor & The Reigns perform live music at LiterBoard.

Registration is now open for BTG Ministries' 3rd Annual Golf Tournament. This year the event takes place at Sevierville Golf Course, marking a new location for the tournament.

Enjoy a relaxed, free tasting of featured coffees on the front porch. This casual, drop-in experience explores what makes each coffee special, including its origin, processing method, or roast profile. The Vienna team will answer questions, and no RSVP is required.

Experience a Friendsgiving getaway in Gatlinburg surrounded by mountain scenery and a welcoming lodge, bringing chosen family together at one table with gratitude at the center. A bus departs from Memphis, TN.

Learn about the challenges facing aquatic environments and everyday actions that can help protect them through the Project AWARE Specialist course. Open to anyone interested in the aquatic world, this non-diving specialty has no prerequisites, age restrictions, or water sessions. Classroom discussions cover Project AWARE’s role in bringing divers and water enthusiasts together, environmental concerns in oceans and coastal areas, fisheries sustainability, coral reefs, and ways to contribute to protecting aquatic environments. The course uses the free digital manual AWARE - Our World, Our Water.

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with a tree lighting and Santa’s arrival. Guests can enjoy complimentary photos with Santa, a kids zone featuring face painting, caricature artists and an inflatable igloo dome, plus photos with Cindy Lou Who, Elsa and Anna. The celebration also includes performances by Mountain Moves Dance Studio, a letter-writing activity with Star 102.1, and opportunities to interact with event sponsors.

Historic Downtown Newport becomes a glowing showcase of lights, live music, performances, and hometown character. The heart of downtown turns into a welcoming celebration where friends, families, and neighbors can wander, discover, and enjoy the evening together. A full lineup of activities, entertainment, and special features will be shared soon, offering plenty to experience and many reasons to shine.

Take part in a Lorcana locals event with a $5 entry fee. All entry fees are paid out in store credit.

The Mikki Norwood Band performs live at Copper Ridge Grill & Tavern.

Experience two days of traditional Okinawan weapons and empty-hand training in Knoxville with featured instruction from Sensei John Kerker. An 8th Dan in Isshin-ryu Karate, a senior student of the late Sensei Sherman Harrill, and a student of Sensei Hiroshi Akamine, 9th Dan and President of the Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan, Sensei Kerker shares an approach that ties technique to underlying principles and shows how kobudo and empty-hand practice reinforce one another. Training includes Ryukyu Kobudo Shimbukan fundamentals and kata along with focused work on movement, structure, body mechanics, distancing, and power generation that can be carried into any martial arts practice. Sessions concentrate primarily on bo and sai. Participants who own these weapons should bring them, and a limited number of extras may be available. The seminar is hosted at North Acres Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee and is open to serious martial artists of all styles and affiliations. Pre-registration is $75 and registration at the door is $90.

Enjoy a lively karaoke night with Mr. G Party Solutions and bar staff. Sing, dance, or relax and people-watch.

Get ready for the Kentucky game at Barley’s Taproom. Enjoy pizza, live music, and drinks.

Experience a lively marketplace that celebrates the charm of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia with skilled makers, live music, and plenty of local flavor. Over 150 vendors fill several buildings, and an additional building broadens the selection. Browse handmade pottery, woodworking, glass art, textiles, home décor, jewelry, and more from Nova Scotia artisans and makers. Savor baked goods, fudge, nuts, specialty foods, beverages, and local wines, with food trucks on site throughout the event. Admission includes a weekend pass bracelet. Cash is recommended for the smoothest shopping experience. Only service dogs are permitted inside buildings. For more information, contact Sabcreationkey50@gmail.com.

The Blaine Farmers and Artisans Market returns to Blaine with a blend of community spirit, local food, and handmade goods. Stock up on a little bit of everything, from fresh produce and farm eggs to cottage foods and one-of-a-kind artisan creations, with a local food truck on site to keep everyone fueled while they browse. Live music sets the tone, and a free kids activity adds extra fun for younger visitors. The market is next to the ball field and the city playground, so there is plenty of room to play after shopping. Admission is free, and vendors can set up for a $5 fee.

Well behaved dogs are invited to explore the zoo alongside their humans during a special limited capacity event presented by PetSafe Brands. The zoo remains open for regular admission, and a limited number of dog tickets allows canine companions to join the visit. Tickets are available online in advance only, and there are no same day walk up sales. Every person and every dog needs a separate admission for this event. Members do not need a separate ticket for themselves, but they must purchase admission for their dogs through their member account to access discounted pricing. When purchasing, select an available entry window. After check in, you may enjoy the zoo until closing. Capacity is limited and some entry windows may sell out. If dog ticket options are not visible during checkout, that date or window is sold out. Each dog must have a valid dog ticket, and human general admission does not count for canine entry. On arrival, dogs check in at Walk Gate 3 during the selected entry window. This entrance is to the left of the Zoo Shop exit near the tram pickup area in the main roundabout. Service animals assisting guests are admitted at no charge, with check in at the Ranger Station and proof of current rabies vaccination. Canine requirements include an up to date rabies vaccination, a non retractable leash no longer than six feet that stays attached to a person at all times, and a dedicated handler who is 18 or older for each dog. One adult may not bring two dogs. Dogs must be at least four months old. Guests should bring their own waste bags and promptly clean up after their pets. Dogs must remain under control and avoid disruptive or aggressive behavior toward zoo animals or other guests. Parties that do not follow these rules may be asked to leave without a refund. This event is exclusively for dogs, and other types of pets are not permitted.

Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving through a course designed for beginners, with no prior diving experience required. Training includes knowledge development, confined-water practice to build basic skills, and open-water dives where students apply what they have learned. Participants must be at least 10 years old, have adequate swimming skills, and be in good physical health.

The 15th Annual Miss Winterfest Pageant features a full lineup of age divisions, welcoming contestants from Baby 0 to 12 months, Mini 13 to 24 months, Toddler 2 to 3 years, Junior Princess 4 to 6 years, Princess 7 to 9 years, Little Mister 0 to 3 years, Mister 4 to 6 years, Pre-Teen 10 to 12 years, Junior Teen 13 to 15 years, Teen 16 to 18 years, Miss 19 to 25 years, Ms 19 and up for those who are divorced, widowed or single mothers, Mrs 19 and up for married participants, a Modern Plus Size category, and an Elegant division for ages 45 and up. All contestants take part in the mandatory Beauty and Side Awards segment for a $75 fee, appearing before a panel in a pageant gown or a dress of their choice. Judges consider beauty, glamour and personality, with no restrictions on hair or makeup and no glitz styling permitted. Side awards are included in the entry and present medals for prettiest hair, prettiest smile and best dressed. Optional competitions add extra sparkle. Winter Wear is a $25 modeling segment for a winter outfit, whether themed or off the rack. Photogenic and Photo Supreme are $25, with Photo Supremes awarded in two groups, ages 0 to 9 and 10 and up. Age division Photogenic winners receive an award. Up to three photos may be brought on the day of the pageant in 8x10 or 5x7 sizes, with the contestant’s name and age division written on the back. Contestants aiming for the Grand Supreme Queen title must enter Beauty, Winter Wear and Photo Supreme, and also donate a minimum of 10 hats or gloves. Six Grand Supremes will be selected across Boys, ages 0 to 3, 4 to 9, 10 to 15, Miss and Ms, and 40 and up. Each Grand Supreme receives a large crown, a deluxe sash, a medal or plaque, and additional gifts. Division queens are honored with a large crown, an embroidered sash and a gift. Community spirit is celebrated through the Miss Humanitarian award, which goes to the contestant who collects the most hats and gloves and includes a crown, sash and gift. Before crowning, an Ugly Sweater Competition offers a lighthearted moment. It is free to enter and open to everyone, including parents and spectators, with one adult winner and one kid winner receiving an Ugly Sweater trophy and a prize.

SMJC presents its annual holiday charity ride benefiting Smoky Mountain Children’s Home. Participants will gather at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center before heading out for a festive drive through Cades Cove on the Loop Road, with an optional add-on along Parsons Branch Road if open. A $25 per Jeep cash donation is requested and all proceeds support the Children’s Home, culminating in a Christmas check presentation. Club merchandise will be available for purchase, and the Heritage Center offers gift options for early holiday shopping. A parking pass is not needed for the ride itself, though one may be required if staying beyond the group. Club members are encouraged to take part, and those unable to attend are invited to contribute directly to the Children’s Home.

This group class offers puppies under 6 months old and under 25 pounds an opportunity to learn healthy socialization with guidance from a professional dog trainer. Attendance is flexible, so you can come to as many or as few sessions as you like.

Celebrate the latest Gundam TCG release with a deck-building event. Entry includes a release event kit, which players will use to build their decks. Bandai prize support will be available, and the event is limited to 16 players.

Explore your personal growth and purpose through a channeled reading with Theresa Richardson. In these sessions, Theresa contacts an Archangel or Ascended Master to share guidance intended to support your evolution and help you create a joyful path. She has more than 30 years of experience channeling Archangels and Ascended Masters. Each reading lasts 30 minutes and costs $50. Bring any questions you have. Appointments can be scheduled in advance, and walk-ins are welcome.

Celebrate the holiday season with a mini photo session featuring Highland cows Robbie and Romeo at Dripping Springs Farm. The sessions offer a festive way to capture holiday memories and create photos for Christmas cards, with Christmas cheer and opportunities for cuddles with the farm’s shaggy boys.

Enjoy a fun, social, beginner-friendly line dance class at SalsaKnox. No partner is needed, and drop-ins are welcome. Learn popular line dances for parties, events, and country nights. The cover charge is $10.

Live music from The Smuggler’Z fills the evening at Pinchy's Lobster & Raw Bar - Sevierville. Pair the tunes with food and cold drinks.

Enjoy dinner alongside a challenging, humorous true crime mystery. The culprit is hidden in plain sight among the audience, and anyone could become a prime suspect. Set in the present day and unfolding in real time, the interactive performance features actors mingling with the audience and offers an evening of intrigue, laughter, and unscripted moments for adults.

Meet Mamaw, DeeDaw, Ms Carmel, and Bren Aubrey of Artsie Aubreys. Enjoy a live podcast with an audience Q&A, along with photos and door prizes. Refreshments are available for purchase from The Bird and The Book.

Enjoy live cover songs and original music performed by Dynamic Panic.

Travel by deluxe motor coach to explore Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Dollywood, Tanger Outlet, and The Christmas Place, taking in scenic mountain views and twinkling lights along the way. The evening brings a laid-back tour around town to admire the displays, with hot chocolate in hand and favorite Christmas pajamas for a cozy touch. This trip is planned for shared moments and lasting memories.

Choose from a half-marathon, 10K, or 5K at this community race. After the run, enjoy a whiskey sampling and taco bar hosted by El Mezcal, with additional menu items available for purchase. Each finisher receives a premium blend event shirt, with the option to upgrade to a hoodie, electronic timing and scoring, a finishing medal, whiskey sampling, and free parking. Whiskey Run gear is available to purchase.

The Misfit Maker Market at Tennessee Schools for the Deaf in Knoxville is a family friendly, ADA accommodated market that supports local small businesses. Created by and for people with disabilities and chronic illness, it focuses on accessibility for those whose needs have too often been overlooked. Organizers will share ongoing updates as plans develop, including details about accommodations, parking, and applications for vendors and volunteers.

Enjoy a social game of Commander with friends and the community, and try your hand at Commander Bounties for a chance to win packs.

Enjoy a welcoming, creative vinyasa yoga class for all experience levels at Sonny’s Brewery. The instructor explains alignment and transitions in an approachable way, with optional challenges for those ready to explore more advanced poses. Bring a mat, and feel free to enjoy a brewery drink during class. Afterward, participants can stay to socialize and enjoy pizza and wings next door. The cost is $10 per person.

Take part in Digimon Locals with a $5 entry fee. The full entry amount is paid out in store credit.

This free Pokémon locals event offers prize packs.