About Knoxville, TN
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Contact
301 S. Gay St.,
Knoxville, TN 37902
Website: VisitKnoxSports.com
Ce’Nedra Dillard – Sr. Director of Sports Commission
cdillard@knoxville.org
865-342-9137
Chris Fox – Sports Sales Director
cfox@knoxville.org
(865) 342-9111
Erin Simcox – Director of Event Services & Housing
esimcox@knoxville.org
(865) 342-9118
Sarah Short – Sports Sales Manager
sshort@knoxville.org
865-342-9116
Info
Knoxville, Tennessee is a premier sports tourism destination in the Southeast, known for hosting a wide range of sporting events, championships, tournaments, and outdoor competitions. From youth and amateur sports to collegiate and national events, Knoxville combines first-class facilities, an experienced sports commission team, and a welcoming community that knows how to host successful events.
Set along the scenic Tennessee River and framed by the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers a backdrop unlike any other sports destination. The river itself serves as a world-class venue for rowing, water sports, fishing tournaments, and endurance events, while Knoxville’s broader network of parks, fields, and indoor facilities supports a diverse calendar of sporting activity year-round.
Knoxville’s compact footprint makes event logistics easy for organizers and enhances the experience for participants and spectators. Many athletic venues are located just minutes from downtown, allowing visitors to move seamlessly between competition, dining, entertainment, and lodging. Downtown Knoxville features an impressive collection of locally owned restaurants, live music venues, attractions, and gathering spaces that keep athletes and fans engaged long after the final whistle.
Sports are woven into the fabric of Knoxville! Home to the University of Tennessee and one of the nation’s most passionate sports communities, the city embraces competition at every level. That enthusiasm creates an electric atmosphere for sporting events and helps make Knoxville a memorable destination for athletes, families, teams, and fans.
Highlighted Facilities
Knoxville Convention Center
The center specializes in giving sports planners and guests an exceptional experience with in-house catering, production, lighting and event services. Our 500,000-square-foot facility is perfectly positioned alongside the picturesque landscape of the World’s Fair Park between the urban core of the city and the campus of the University of Tennessee in Downtown Knoxville.
Allan Jones Aquatic Center
Located on the University of Tennessee, the Allan Jones Aquatic Center features a full size 50-meter competition pool as well as a separate competition diving well. The facility features a strength training center, sports medicine facility and high-tec team room. This aquatic center includes permanent seating for 1,800 spectators and can accommodate up to 2,000 additional people.
World’s Fair Exhibition Hall
Located in Downtown Knoxville adjacent to the scenic World’s Fair Park, the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall offers nearly 70,000 square feet of flexible event space. Originally built for the 1982 World’s Fair, the facility can be divided into three sections to accommodate a variety of sporting events, competitions, and exhibitions. A spacious, naturally lit promenade provides additional space for registration, concessions, and event activities.
Volunteer Landing
Situated along the scenic Tennessee River in Downtown Knoxville, Volunteer Landing offers a picturesque waterfront setting for outdoor sporting events and recreational activities. The park features direct waterway access, a paved greenway for running and cycling, and convenient amenities including public restrooms, picnic areas, and shelters. With opportunities for paddling, running, and other outdoor activities, Volunteer Landing provides a versatile setting for events that showcase Knoxville’s natural beauty.
Knoxville Civic Coliseum
Located near Downtown Knoxville, the Knoxville Civic Coliseum is a versatile, multi-use facility that accommodates a wide range of sporting events, competitions, and entertainment. Home to the Knoxville Ice Bears hockey team, the venue has also hosted events ranging from CrossFit competitions to live performances. Its adaptable event space and established history of hosting diverse events make it an attractive option for sports organizers bringing competitions to Knoxville.