KNOXVILLE — Following a year of virtual events, the Dogwood Arts Festival is set to return IN-PERSON to World’s Fair Park on April 23rd, 24th, and 25th! The event will feature 75 art vendors working in mixed media, pottery, painting, photography, glass, jewelry, sculpture, and more. Attendees will enjoy live music from local and regional artists, food trucks, take-home art activities for kids, and a blooming beer garden with craft beer, wine, and specialty cocktails from Sugarlands Distilling Company.

Tickets Required: There is a strict capacity limit and guests are required to reserve a free ticket online prior to the event. Tickets are available in two-hour increments and there will be a designated period on Friday morning for elderly and immunocompromised attendees.

Metal mark moth by Wendy Ritchey; image courtesy of the artist

New Location: The festival will move to the beautifully redesigned Performance Lawn at World’s Fair Park. Greater in size than two football fields, World’s Fair Park provides ample space for attendees and vendors to safely social distance. With 37 parking lots and garages – many with free weeknights and weekends – Downtown Knoxville has plenty of options close to World's Fair Park to park. World's Fair Park Drive will remain open throughout the festival for drop-offs/pick-ups near the entry gate.

Festival Hours: Friday, April 23rd: 10 AM-7 PM (10 AM-12 PM reserved for the elderly and immunocompromised); Saturday, April 24th: 10 AM-7 PM; Sunday, April 25th: 10 AM-5 PM

Live Entertainment: Attendees will enjoy live music from local and regional favorites on two small stages at the event. Performers include Brian Clay, Twicegood, Grady Milligan, Pale Root, Zack Miles, Matt Morlock, Travis & Aubrey, Redd, Brandon Graham (Sunkiller Solo), Haley Labelle, Jasmine Hoisington, Marlee Hart, Evie Andrus, and the Thrift Store Cowboys. Musicians will be safely distanced from attendees. Attendees will be required to maintain at least 6' from those not in their party while enjoying live music. Dogwood Arts is working with Born & Raised Productions to book the event.

Pandemic Protocols: Festival organizers have been working closely with the City of Knoxville and following Knox County Health Department guidelines to bring this celebrated springtime event back while prioritizing the health and safety of everyone involved. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of 12 and must remain on unless guests are seated in the concession area. Staff, volunteers, and artists will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms each day before entering the event.

Not able to join in at World’s Fair Park? A directory of participating artists is available online.

The Dogwood Arts Festival is presented by ORNL Federal Credit Union and sponsored by Home Federal Bank, the Tennessee Arts Commission, Grayson Auto Group, the East Tennessee Foundation, the Pilot Company, Downtown Knoxville Alliance and Visit Knoxville. Dogwood Arts, presented by ORNL Federal Credit Union, is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission to promote and celebrate our region’s art, culture, and natural beauty.

Dogwood Arts is committed to prioritizing the health and wellness of our community. The following protocols will be in place to keep our staff, attendees, and volunteers safe and reduce the likelihood of COVID-19 spread in our community:

• Masks are required for all patrons over the age of 12 and must remain on throughout the event unless guests are seated in the concession area
• Temperature checks and COVID-19 symptom screenings will be required for all staff, volunteers, and vendors before each shift
• Hand washing/sanitizing stations will be available throughout the festival lawn
• Ground markers will be installed anywhere a line may form to encourage physical distancing
• Food and beverage service will be confined to a specific area where attendees will be required to sit while eating and drinking
• High traffic areas will be regularly cleaned and sanitized
• All tents and tables will be separated by a minimum of 6ft on all sides
• Performers will be at least 12ft from the audience

Please follow CDC/Health Department recommendations as you decide whether to participate in events. As the situation evolves, so will our approach to keeping you safe. www.dogwoodarts.com.