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There's plenty to do in Knoxville for free, you've just got to keep your eyes peeled. We've put together a list of fun things to do around the city that won't cost you a dime, and in this economy that is worth a lot!
Ijams Nature Center 80-acre park located in Knoxville, encompassing woods, trails, meadows, a spring-fed pond and informal perennial gardens. A must for the avid hiker and also great for kids. Has trails, a quarry, exibits and programs for a kids. Biking, hicking and wildlife...only minutes from downtown.
KnoxvilleMommies
KnoxvilleMommies is a free community for moms in Knoxville and the surrounding areas and a great way to connect for friendship, support and fun. Each month gives a chance to meet face-to-face for events that include children and families.
Grab the family and head out to Sundown in the City which is one of Knoxville's favorite FREE concert events. The concert series takes place during the summer on Thursdays and is held at Market Square.
Since 1991 Regal Entertainment has offered FREE (yes free) summer movies for kids and parents and it still continues every year. The select movies take place every Tuesday & Wednesday during the summer months
Come out and enjoy live music at this annual festival, Ed Fest. The family can enjoy games such as the dunking booth and rock climbing. There is also inflatable toys, face-painting and balloon artist. The best thing is, it is FREE!
Another great site for mothers is KnoxMoms and it's FREE! Here you can choose a group to become active with and share common interest, mingle, and join group activities.
Cades Cove is an isolated valley located in the Tennessee section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA. The valley was home to numerous settlers before the formation of the national park. Today Cades Cove is the single most popular destination for visitors to the park, attracting over two million visitors a year, due to its well preserved homesteads, scenic mountain views, and abundant display of wildlife
The Sunsphere is home to a free public observation deck which gives visitors one of the best views of Knoxville's downtown, the University of Tennessee, and the mountains along the horizon. Built for the 1982 World's Fair and located next to the Knoxville Convention Center and World's Fair Park, this golden globe above the city is open everyday from 8am to 10 pm. The small exhibit inside gives a glimpse back to 1982 and shares the importance of the World's Fair to the city.
Would love to hear of other 'free' interesting things to do in Knoxville, so feel free to email suggestions at Knoxvilledaily@yahoo.com