Knoxville: Downtown Food Tour with Tastings and Guide
Discover the flavors of Knoxville on a guided food tour. Enjoy tastings at local restaurants, learn about the city's history, and explore the neighborhoods of Market S...
Editor's tip. Free street-fair format; Saturday 10:00-22:00 and Sunday 12:00-19:00. Italian food village near Market Square stages.
Plan the days around it
Eat your way around Knoxville while you are in town
Rossini Festival International Street Fair runs 18 to 19 April. These are the food tours and tastings in Knoxville to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Knoxville: Sunset Dinner Cruise on Tennessee River
Sail through Knoxville's scenic waterways. Relish a three-course meal at your private table while enjoying a breathtaking sunset.
Knoxville: Hidden Gems Walking Tour with Ice Cream & Coffee
Discover Downtown Knoxville's hidden gems on a guided walking tour. Taste some local ice cream and coffee while uncovering the city's rich history and scenic views.
Location
Address: Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902
Also in downtown
Knoxville Brewers' Jam ★ 4.6
Knoxville Brewers' Jam at World's Fair Park, the city's longest-running beer festival in its 20th year, hosts 50+ Tennessee brewers and food vendors.
Tip: Saturday afternoon ticketed event; advance tickets through Etix sell out, day-of availability is limited.
Big Ears Festival ★ 4.7
Big Ears Festival across downtown Knoxville, the spring music-arts-and-food festival drawing 35,000 attendees, runs 250+ performances and food at venues.
Tip: Pop-up food at Marble City Brewing space and Sweet P's was a 2024 feature; the festival rotates partners year to year.
More food festivals in Knoxville
11-13 Sep
Knoxville Greek Fest
Greek food and culture
24-26 Apr 2027
Dogwood Arts Festival
Arts festival with food vendors
16 May 2027
International Biscuit Festival
Biscuits and Southern breakfast
10 Oct
Knoxville Brewers' Jam
Craft beer and food trucks
26-29 Mar 2027
Big Ears Festival
Arts festival with food vendors