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Knoxville Civic Auditorium Tickets
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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Upcoming Events at Knoxville Civic Auditorium
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October 2026
1 eventNovember 2026
3 eventsDecember 2026
8 events- DEC05Appalachian Ballet Company: The Nutcracker with Knoxville Symphony7:00 PMFrom $54View Tickets →
- DEC06Appalachian Ballet Company: The Nutcracker with Knoxville Symphony3:00 PMFrom $54View Tickets →
- DEC08Chris Tomlin7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC09Daniel In The Lions' Den6:30 PMFrom $63View Tickets →
- DEC18Clayton Holiday Concert7:30 PMFrom $48View Tickets →
- DEC19Clayton Holiday Concert3:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC19Clayton Holiday Concert7:30 PMFrom $49View Tickets →
- DEC20Clayton Holiday Concert3:00 PMFrom $49View Tickets →
January 2027
1 eventFebruary 2027
3 eventsMarch 2027
2 eventsApril 2027
3 eventsMay 2027
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Headliners Coming to Knoxville Civic Auditorium
Josh Turner
Friday, November 6, 2026
Aaron Lewis
Saturday, November 14, 2026
How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Sunday, November 29, 2026
The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 5, 2026 · Sunday, December 6, 2026
Chris Tomlin
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Daniel In The Lions' Den
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Clayton Holiday Concert
Friday, December 18, 2026 · Saturday, December 19, 2026 · Saturday, December 19, 2026 · Sunday, December 20, 2026
Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Frankie Moreno
Saturday, February 6, 2027
Black Jacket Symphony
Friday, February 12, 2027
Wild Kratts - Live
Friday, February 19, 2027
Bravo Broadway
Saturday, April 10, 2027
The Sleeping Beauty - Ballet
Sunday, April 11, 2027
Dusty Slay
Saturday, April 17, 2027
The venue
About Knoxville Civic Auditorium
The Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum sits at the heart of downtown Knoxville, TN, offering flexible spaces for concerts, ice shows, sports, circuses, plays, musicals, and touring shows. With a combined capacity accommodating large crowds and intimate performances, this venue is a versatile destination for a wide range of events. Whether you’re here for a big-name concert in the Coliseum or a more intimate show in the Auditorium, we’ve got you covered with practical details, parking guidance, transit tips, and nearby hotel and dining options to fit your plans.
Pro tip: secure your tickets early and check the venue’s event page for any venue-specific access notes. We’ll help you navigate parking, transit, and nearby stays so you can focus on enjoying the show. If you’re traveling with a group or planning a multi-event visit, consider nearby partner hotels for easy walking distance and reliable logistics. We’ve got you covered like a trusted friend in the business.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave., Knoxville, TN 37915.
- Capacities: Coliseum up to 6,500; Auditorium up to 2,500 (full house); Auditorium Floor 1,344; First Balcony 538; Second Balcony 476; Orchestra 96.
- Parking: 2,500 on-site parking spaces across three garages; on-site event parking typically $15; UT football game days have a $25 park‑and‑ride option.
- Seating/chart: Coliseum features a 106×198‑foot arena floor with a moveable stage and flexible seating configurations for concerts, ice shows and sports.
- Transit: Downtown Knoxville offers KAT (Knoxville Area Transit); Route 1 Downtown Connector is fare-free and runs about every 15 minutes; several garages are within walking distance.
- Nearby hotels: Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown (about 0.27 miles), The Oliver Hotel (about 0.39 miles), Hilton Knoxville (about 0.43 miles), Crowne Plaza Knoxville (about 0.46 miles), Holiday Inn Downtown Worlds Fair Park (about 0.58 miles).
- Notable events: home to the Knoxville Ice Bears; has hosted circuses, plays, musicals, symphonies and major touring shows; notable moments include George Jones' final concert in 2013 and Randy Rhoads' last show in 1982.
