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8 Things to Do this Week in Knoxville, TN

There's lots of fun happening in Knoxville the week of September 20th-September 26th

By Leslie Duquette September 20, 2021

Every Monday, Macaroni Kid Knoxville shares five things to do with your kids in Knoxville, TN over the coming week. 

Here is Macaroni Kid Knoxville's picks for the five things to do in the Knoxville with kids 9/20-9/26. Click on the links for all the details!


1. Messmaker at The Muse

Make a mess at The Muse instead of your home! The Muse will have some messy activities and crafts that are included in the general admission. This activity is geared toward preschoolers. Tuesday, 9/21 at 11AM. Click here for more info.


2. Family Time Craft: Web Spiders

Get in the Halloween spirit at Athleticademy all week as they have a hands-on activity making watercolor webs and hand spiders. Feel free to use some of the athletic equipment that they have as you bond with your child.  Wednesday, 9/22 from 1-3PM. Check here for more info.


3. Nature Nuggets Nature Story Time at Ijams

Join others for a storytime geared towards 2-4 year olds at Ijams Nature Center. Thursday, 9/23 from 10 to 11AM. Click here to register for storytime and for more info.


4. Keeper Chats at Zoo Knoxville

Learn more about the animals at Zoo Knoxville and how they are cared for. Talk to the zoo keepers and ask all of those questions you have always been wanting to ask. Perfect for those animal lovers! Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday. Times and schedule varies. Check here for more info and schedule


5. Powell Branch Library: Preschool Outdoor Story Time

Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the fall Outdoor Story Time that the Knox County Public Library offers. There will be stories, music, movement and more. If there is inclement weather, the story time will be rescheduled or cancelled. Friday, 9/23 at 10:30AM. Click here for more info.


6. HoLa Festival

Head downtown to World's Fair Park for Knoxville's HoLa Festival honoring Latin American art and culture. This event includes music, dance, food, arts, crafts, heritage tables, a Parade of Nations and children's activities. Saturday, 9/25 from 7-10PM.  Check here for more info.


7. Blaster Battle at Athleticademy

Show off your foam-dart blaster skills as you battle it out with friends and family. Bring your own equipment or use theirs. Reserve your spot today! Sunday, 9/26 from 12-6PM. Click here to register and for more info.


8. Nourish Kids at Home

Attend the Eastside Sunday Market and pick a children's kit filled with an activity, pre-packaged food sample and $5 in produce bucks so they can pick out some tasty treats. Sunday, 9/26 from 1-4PM. Click here for more info.


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