Illustration of a Christmas market lane between half-timbered houses with snowy stall roofs and a couple arm in arm (Knoxville Christmas Fair)
Christmas Markets

Knoxville Christmas Fair

Visitors can explore rows of decorated booths filled with handmade crafts, ornaments, seasonal décor, and gifts from local makers. The fair offers activities for all ages, including face painting and personalized ornaments. Children can meet Santa Claus for photos, while guests enjoy seasonal treats like kettle corn and hot cocoa.

Nov 6 – Nov 8, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Fri 2pm-8pm; Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 12pm-5pm.

Food & Drink

The fair offers hot cocoa and kettle corn.

Location

Knoxville Expo Center · 5441 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and welcoming

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring your camera or phone so the children can get photos with Santa Claus while they share their Christmas wishes.
  • Bring your Christmas list, since the booths are full of handmade gifts, ornaments, seasonal décor and one-of-a-kind crafts from local makers.
  • Let the kids try face painting and get a personalized ornament, two of the activities on offer for all ages.
  • Pick up a hot cocoa or a bag of kettle corn from the food vendors while you browse the rows of booths.
  • Come on Friday or Saturday if you want more time to browse, since Sunday has the shortest hours of the three days.

Links & Contact

Run by ChristmasFairTN.com

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I shop for?

Rows of decorated booths sell handmade gifts, ornaments, seasonal décor and one-of-a-kind crafts from local and nearby makers.

Can kids meet Santa?

Yes, children can meet Santa Claus for photos and tell him their Christmas wishes.

What activities are there besides shopping?

There's face painting and personalized ornaments for adults and kids alike.

What food is there?

Food vendors serve festive treats, including hot cocoa and kettle corn.

Is the fair good for families?

Yes, there's entertainment for all ages, and many families make it part of their Christmas traditions every year.

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