Concerts on the Square

Special Events Director

Kyndra Brewer
[email protected]
(865) 215-4248

400 Main St., Room 578
Knoxville, TN 37902

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Concerts on the Square Presented by First Century Bank

 

Band Performing on Market Square for the Summer Concert Series

Join us on Market Square, located in the heart of Downtown Knoxville for free concerts during the summer of 2026!

Concerts on the Square presented by First Century Bank will feature free concerts on Market Square with Jazz music on Tuesdays in May, June & July from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. and a variety of music genres on the Third Thursdays in the months of May-September.

Save the dates below for the 2026 Concerts on the Square.


Jazz Tuesdays 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

May 5 - Sam Adam's Quartet

Remaining Jazz concerts TBA

Variety Thursdays 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

May 21  
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Tim Decker & TN River
A family friendly bluegrass show!

https://timdeckerandtennesseeriver.com/
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June 19  
Dancing Machine: Tribute Band to the Jacksons
In tribute with Beck Cultural Center for Juneteenth. Let’s honor Juneteenth together—through the power of music and community!

The talented vocalists and musicians deliver world-class renditions of classic hits such as "Rock With You," "ABC," "Thriller," "Billie Jean," "Escapade," "Miss You Much," and many more. With creative choreography, vibrant costume changes, and electrifying stage presence, we promise a night of non-stop dancing and entertainment..

https://www.jacksontributeband.com/
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July 16
 
Tidalwave Road
Tidalwave Road is an up-and-coming bluegrass band hailing from Williamsburg, Kentucky. Known for their high-energy, "pure Kentucky grass" sound, the group blends traditional bluegrass grit with fresh, soulful storytelling

https://tidalwaveroad.com 
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August 20 
Pink Houses: The Ultimate John Mellencamp Experience
A high-energy band featuring authentic instrumentation. They are known for "The Ultimate Mellencamp Experience" for John Cougar Mellencamp, a legendary figure in heartland rock.
Led by producer and lead vocalist David Brown, this live show isn't your typical impersonation or tribute show; it's a heartfelt homage and a true celebration of Mellencamp's legacy and the music that has rocked the airwaves for over 4 decades.
Backed by an amazing band of seasoned professionals, the show is full of authentic arrangements and instrumentation. Playing the hits and the emotional hard hitters, including hits like "Jack and Diane," "Hurt So Good," and the namesake "Pink Houses" this show will have you singing, dancing, and cheering all night long.

https://www.pinkhousestribute.com/
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September 17
Square on the Square
Enjoy Square Dancing on Market Square! You will be able to learn how to Square Dance and dance the night away. Bring your friends, family or meet someone new at the event and enjoy the Do Si Do and Promenade and so much more!


SEATING

There are no chairs on Market Square, please feel free to bring a lawn chair and or a blanket and sit and enjoy the ambience of Market Square while listening to music under the night sky. Or you can visit one of the many restaurants on the Square and enjoy the show from the patio.


PARKING

Free parking is available in all City owned garages after 6pm. Market Square Garage, Locust Street Garage, and State Street Garage, are the closest to Market Square


UPDATES

Stay informed about the bands performing and any weather-related cancellations by checking the City of Knoxville Special Events Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/CityofKnoxvilleSpecialEvents.




Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this great community event!

PRESENTED BY:

First Century Bank Logo
     

SPONSORED BY:
Downtown Knoxville Alliance Logo  B97.5 Logo

BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
City of Knoxville LogoKnoxville Jazz Orchestra Logo