April
Wednesday, Apr 8th
Legal Advice Clinic
Any veteran seeking legal help is encouraged to attend the Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans on Wednesday, April 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty St. This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues. For more information, contact LAET at 865-637-0484.
Saturday, Apr 11th
Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon volunteers needed
Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon organizers need volunteers during the two-day event on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12. Visit runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/TN/Knoxville/KnoxvilleMarathon to register and choose the day, time and task that best suits individual or group preferences.
Saturday, Apr 11th
Phi Slam Tennessee Open Pickleball Tournament
The first annual Phi Slam Tennessee Open Pickleball Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 11, from noon to 6 p.m., at Premier Pickleball Club Knoxville. The event is open to all who register. Phi Slam is a faith-based nonprofit organization that provides alcohol-free events for college students. Learn more and register at www.phislam.com/utpickleball.
Saturday, Apr 11th
Alzheimer’s Tennessee Walks
Alzheimer’s Tennessee invites families, friends and neighbors from across East Tennessee to join together at three community Walks to honor loved ones, celebrate “Tennessee Originals,” and raise vital support for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The Knoxville Walk will be held Saturday, April 11, at Knoxville Catholic High School in Knoxville; the 5 County Walk takes place Saturday, April 18, at Lakefront Park in Clinton; and the Foothills Walk is set for Saturday, April 25, at Alcoa High School in Alcoa. To start a team, register or learn more, visit www.alzTennessee.org/Walk.
Saturday, Apr 11th
Alzheimer’s Tennessee Knoxville Walk
Alzheimer’s Tennessee invites families, friends and neighbors from across East Tennessee to join together at three community walks to honor loved ones, celebrate “Tennessee Originals” and raise vital support for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The Knoxville Walk will be held Saturday, April 11, at Knoxville Catholic High School in Knoxville; the 5 County Walk takes place Saturday, April 18, at Lakefront Park in Clinton; and the Foothills Walk is set for Saturday, April 25, at Alcoa High School in Alcoa. To start a team, register or learn more, visit www.alzTennessee.org/Walk.
Sunday, Apr 12th
Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt
The American Red Cross is joining forces with positive lifestyle brand, Life is Good, to invite donors to show the power of doing good by giving blood. Those who come to give blood or platelets now through April 12 will get an exclusive Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt while supplies last. See RedCrossBlood.org/LifeIsGood for details.
Monday, Apr 13th
M. Todd Cramer Memorial Golf Tournament
The Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking will host the M. Todd Cramer Memorial Golf Tournament, presented by Johnstone Supply, on Monday, April 13, at The Club at Gettysvue. Participants will start the day with lunch provided by Dead End Barbecue and then proceed to a shotgun-start-style tournament on the 18-hole course. Registration and additional information can be found at growfreetn.org.
Tuesday, Apr 14th
Preschool and Kindergarten Roundup
Knox County Schools will host Preschool and Kindergarten Roundup on Tuesday, April 14, giving families the opportunity to register rising preschoolers and kindergarteners for the 2026-27 school year. Families can pick up an enrollment packet at their child’s zoned school. Find zoned schools by visiting KGIS.org. Preschool Roundup is open to families of children entering preschool. Thirty-one elementary schools will host events, with times varying by school. A full list of participating schools and times is available at knoxschools.org/preschoolroundup. Kindergarten Roundup is available to families of Knox County children who will be 5 years old by Aug. 15, 2026. All KCS elementary schools will participate. A list of school-specific times and helpful kindergarten entry information can be found at knoxschools.org/kindergartenroundup.
Saturday, Apr 18th
Puppy Yoga Fundraiser
Blue Ridge Yoga is hosting a Puppy Yoga Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30 p.m. The cost to join is $39 and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley. Visit www.yogaknoxvilletn.com/workshops-events to sign up.
Thursday, Apr 23rd
Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser
Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser, hosted by the Professional Women in Building Council of Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville, will be held Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 5200 Holston Hills Road. Tickets are $125 per guest. Visit https://www.hbaknoxville.com or email cbowen@hbaknoxville.com to learn more.
Sunday, Apr 26th
Race for a Reason
Race for a Reason, a family-friendly 5K run, will begin and end at Mountain High Outfitters in Pinnacle Turkey Creek on Sunday, April 26. Proceeds from this year’s race will directly benefit the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, helping fund lifesaving programs, medical care and adoption services for animals across the region. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/pinnacleturkeycreek for more information and to register.
May
Saturday, May 2nd
Walk for Water
Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission's efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Saturday, May 2nd
Walk for Water
Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission’s efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Friday, May 15th
Sporting Clays Tournament
Mission of Hope announces its 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 15, at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, Tennessee. This event welcomes shooters of all skill levels for a day of friendly competition while supporting Mission of Hope’s work to bring help, hope and joy to families in need across rural Appalachia. Proceeds from the tournament will support Mission of Hope’s core outreach programs, which make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families each year. Individuals, teams, and sponsors are invited to register by visiting missionofhope.org/clay-tournament or by calling 865-584-7571. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in the community.
