Let’s explore social events in Knoxville, TN happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Knoxville where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Knoxville
Coffee Chat: Socialism in Local Politics
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Starbucks
Join the Knoxville Socialist Community Meetup Group for a casual coffee chat where we will discuss the role of socialism in local politics. Whether you’re a seasoned political activist or simply curious about socialism, this event is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and connect with like-minded individuals in the community. Share your ideas, learn from others, and explore (…)
Building Your Brand with Social Media
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: The Hub Pro Studio by GalFunction
Join us Wednesday October 16th for an overview on building your brand leveraging social media. We will be hosting Hannah Ingram, who has successfully built a following of 800k in less than a year and monetized it into her first $1M.
We are the local chapter of The Real Estate InvestHER Community, whose mission is empowering women investors to live a financially free and balanced life. Find out mo(…)
Improv Open House – With Dustin Finkelstein
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Birdhouse Neighborhood Center
All experience levels welcome!
[The Birdhouse](https://www.fourthandgill.org/birdhouse-neighborhood-center) at 800 N 4th Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917
What you can expect:
* Improv warm ups and games – no experience required
* Learn/review basic improv techniques
* Play improv games of all kinds
* Side coached scene work if time allows
What to bring:
* Dress in comfortable clothes you can move in
*(…)
Advice for Daily Life
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Birdhouse Neighborhood Center
Advice for Daily Life with Modern Buddhism teacher Jill Cagney
There is no need to feel a gap between our spiritual life and our daily life. In the Lojong ‘Mind Training Teachings’ we find many simple yet profound and practical principles that we can easily incorporate into our busy life to help us grow beautiful minds of compassion and wisdom. Practicing these principles at work, at home or anyw(…)
Tai Chi at Lakeshore Park
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Lakeshore Park
Wear comfortable fitting clothes and shoes; we’ll spend time engaging in push hands for learning and fun.
The benefits of Tai Chi don’t come from choreographed forms, they come from the quality of your movement. The way Tai Chi tests and improves that quality is with games called Push Hands. Push Hands Games are gentle, easy to learn games that are fun to play, and they build internal power. Push(…)
Free Reiki Energy Sessions
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: undefined
Hello ladies,
I am getting my Reiki certification and am scheduling free Reiki sessions the week of October 14th. These will be 30 minute sessions at my downtown office or in the comfort of your own home.
Reiki is used for :
* Improved sleep
* Emotional healing
* Stress management
* Anxiety
* Pain
* Depression
* And much more
Please message me or text at 865-898-5663. Spaces are limited(…)
Poetry Night
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Lotus Light Contemplative Community Center
Open Share for Poetry, Music, and Song. Bring your own cup for tea as we experience each other’s favorite shares.(…)
Teen Connect Parenting Group: Thursdays
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: undefined
If you are a parent of a teen experiencing challenging behaviors, you are welcome to learn alongside us in Teen Connect!
Our goal is to provide you a safe space and supportive skills to help build a stronger relationship with your teen.
This is a FREE 10-week **virtual** Parenting Class, offering day and evening classes. For more information please contact Monique Jenkins at 615-517-0180 or [mje(…)
Player-Driven Shadowrun, Apocalypse World and other systems
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: undefined
***The Payback***
(A player-driven, highly collaborative, shared world-building experience using *Shadowrun Anarchy*)
6:30 – 9:30 Thursday evenings in West Knoxville
Your mission is simple but perilous: infiltrate the inner circles of the oligarchs, and expose the secret that destroyed your planet.
Welcome to “The Payback,” an exhilarating *Shadowrun Anarchy* game set in The Helicon System, rem(…)
Emotional Sobriety at The Kraken’s Cup
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: The Kraken’s Cup
Emotional Sobriety, Every Thursday at 5:00pm, The Kraken’s Cup
It doesn’t take much for life to throw things our way that can easily cloud us from recognizing our true potential.
Auto-pilot becomes our default and we are once again left asking, “Why did I say or do that?”
How do we begin to respond instead of react?
How do we break the cycles that we feel may be holding us back?
Emotional sobr(…)
The Rising Suns – A Men’s Healing Circle
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: OASIS Institute
The Rising Suns is a men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space.
We have a group of regulars that rarely RSVP. Meetings run until 8:30. It’s okay to be late.
This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully. We embrace the whole masculine, giving voice to our thoughts, feelings, and imp(…)
Conservative Republicans of South Knox County–District Nine
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Shoney’s – Chapman Hwy
The Conservative Republicans of South Knox County meet every third Tuesday of the month, with some exceptions around the holidays. The club meets at the **Shoney’s** (2612 Chapman Highway.) at 7:00pm. Come early (approx. 6:15pm) to dine and fellowship with other conservatives. This is a relatively new club with average attendance of about twenty-five. Most of the members are not on Meetup. Speaker(…)
IBN Biz Lunch – Corryton TN
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Henry’s Deli
**[Incredible Business Networking](https://incredibletowns.com/incredible-business-networking-knoxville-tn/) – Corryton** **TN** meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Henry’s Bakery and Deli from 11:30am – 1pm. All are invited to attend and promote their business products and services, and meet new referral contacts. Bring a big stack of business cards / flyers and invite your business contacts(…)
Open Hack Night & Show and Share
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Knox Makers
Open hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see what other folks are working on and lend a hand. If you know anyone who has been curious to come out to Knox Makers, (…)
Knitting and Crochet Circle Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Commonplace
Commonplace, 10am.(…)
Euchre
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Union Place Bar & Grill
Feel free to come early for fellowship. Some of us arrive around 5:30 pm to have dinner. You’re welcome to join us. We will be meeting up with other groups. Let’s play euchre. We’ll teach you if you don’t know how to play. We start playing at 6:30pm.
This event will be with other groups. We meet in the poker room.(…)
Euchre anyone
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Union Place Bar & Grill
Come early for fellowship. This event will be with other groups.
Come on out even if you don’t know how to play. We’ll teach you how. It’s a lot of fun. Game starts at 6:30pm. Come out early for a meet and greet, eat a meal and register. It’s free to play. We meet in the poker room.(…)
Launch Knoxville Networking Weekly Meeting. Business owners meet for referrals
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 1111 N Northshore Dr
Bring some business cards and let us know about your business. You can find us on Facebook or LinkedIn for more updates
https://www.facebook.com/LaunchNetworkingKnoxville/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/launch-networking/(…)
Please Be our Guest at the West Knoxville Toastmasters Club
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Middlebrook Pike United Methodist Church
Toastmasters International is the world leader in communications training and leadership development. It is a non-profit, secular educational organization. You will find that Toastmasters provides a comfortable and friendly environment in which our members develop their communications and leadership skills, which ensures self-confidence and personal growth. Its learn-by-practice program is self-pa(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Knoxville is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Knoxville on Visitknoxville.com, Downtownknoxville.org, or Wate.com.
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Waylon vs Willie – Night of classic country hosted by Thrift Store Cowboys
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Yee-Haw Brewing (Knoxville)
Experience Waylon vs Willie! A night of classic country hits by Thrift Store Cowboys & Knoxville artists, honoring two legends.
DC865 invades Vintage Geek
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Vintage Geek Museum
The folks at Vintage Geek have graciously opened their doors to us for an afterhours tour of their museum.
Melodies with Meaning
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Strong Stock Farm
A singer-songwriter showcase highlighting East Tennessee musicians and benefiting Girls on the Run of Greater Knoxville.
John Smith Presley and The @Laws
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: The Station
John Smith Presley’s DNA proves he’s the son of Elvis! Meet John and his band while being part of this breaking news and Netflix special!
A Pizza Party with TOLEDO
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Graduate by Hilton Knoxville
Enjoy fresh Paulie Gee’s wood-fired pizza and intimate concert at this VIP live music series from The Wild Honey Pie and Graduate Hotels.
UUNIK Academy’s Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: 1601 Dandridge Ave
Join us for a pancake breakfast to support the academic programs at STEAMI Learning Institute.
Tennessee Whiskey Tasting Class #202 at Maple Hall, Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: 414 S Gay St
Tennessee Whiskey Tasting Class #202 presented by Whiskey University and Maple Hall is a taste and history experience of TN Whiskey.
Singles Party With Marissa M. [Vendors Welcome]
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◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Knoxville
Meet new people & be seen!
Knoxville Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Carolina Ale House – Knoxville
Get ready to crawl through Knoxville’s best bars in your spookiest Halloween costumes all weekend long!
Knoxville Professionals: Start Your Own Business? Or Remain a Corporate Citizen?
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Knoxville
OnLine, OnDemand, EverGreen & No Waiting! Start learning as soon as you register! Take it whenever you want! As many times as you want!!!
Sourdough Focaccia Decorating Workshop: Brunch Edition
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: 1528 E Broadway Ave
Join us for an exclusive hands-on class where you’ll decorate sourdough focaccia bread with fresh ingredients inspired by breakfast/brunch!
10 Essential Soft Skills for Success 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
join us for a jam-packed day of learning the top 10 soft skills you need to succeed.
Wellness: A Comprehensive Guide 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
Join us for a full-day workshop to learn all about wellness and how to take care of yourself!
Leading Effective Teams 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
Join us for a hands-on workshop in Knoxville, TN to learn how to lead teams effectively in just one day!
Mastering Negotiation and Influence 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
Learn how to become a negotiation and influence pro in just one day at our workshop.
Healing Breathwork | Accelerate emotional and physical healing • Knoxville
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Soul Dimension
Release emotional blocks, physical tension, and accelerate physical and emotional healing in our online Healing Breathwork Session.
Marketing Essentials 1-Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: For venue details reach us at [email protected], PH: +1 469 666 9332
Offers: Group of 5 – 10 people 10% Discount, Group of 11 – 20 people 15% Discount
TerraTeach: School Closure Care
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: 1505 Hollywood Rd
When Knox County or Private Schools are closed, TerraTeach has you covered with our School Closure Care program!
Advanced Networking Techniques 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
Join us for a hands-on workshop to master advanced networking techniques in just one day!
Effective Training Techniques 1 Day Workshop in Knoxville, TN
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: For venue details, reach us at [email protected] or call us at +1 469 666 9332
Join us for a jam-packed day of learning the most effective training techniques