After months of blistering heat, a pleasant cool-down is finally on the horizon. You and your kiddos can make the most of the weather with these fun fall activities in Knoxville TN.
From scenic pumpkin farms to seasonal outdoor adventures, you’ll find all the ideas you need to make your autumn a smashing success.
Fall Activities in Knoxville TN
1. Fall Festivals
While there are tons of activities taking place this fall, this guide features events with festive fall flair, including pumpkins, scarecrows, and all the delicious fall flavors you’ve been dreaming of.
2. Halloween Fun
Our huge Halloween guide features tons of spooky and kid-friendly fun, including pumpkin farms, corn mazes, haunted houses, costume ideas, and more!
3. Apple Orchards
There are several fantastic spots for apple-picking adventures plus great options offering pre-picked apples. Many locations offer fun extras like delicious fried pies, apple donuts, and fresh pressed cider. Yum!
4. Sunflower Fields
Visit one of our local fall-blooming sunflower fields to enjoy adorable photo props, u-pick sunflower experiences, and fun kids’ activities.
5. Hiking
No matter your experience level, there are tons of great choices for hiking in and around Knoxville. Some are even paved for a stroller-friendly outing.
IJAMS Nature Center offers a variety of fantastic dirt trails, a paved trail, a ropes course, a nature center, a nature playground, and more.
6. Lakes
Whether you enjoy fishing, boating, or just want to take in the views, visiting one of Knoxville’s scenic lakes is a fantastic way to spend the day.
Tellico Lake and Norris Lake are 2 of the most popular picks.
7. Outdoor Adventure
From rock climbing and disc golf to animal safari tours, our BIG outdoor fun guide features all the best ways to play.
8. Indoor Adventure
Don’t let the weather rain on your parade. When it’s wet or cold this season, check out our family-friendly guide to indoor adventure.
9. Kid-Friendly Fun
No matter the season, kids always seem to be bored. Keep them entertained all autumn with our huge list of 100 kid-friendly activities around town.
10. Camping
Now that the sweltering summer temperatures are behind us, there’s no better time to plan a fun camping trip. The Knoxville area has tons of campgrounds to choose from.
Many offer fun extras like nature centers, ropes courses, ranger-led educational programs, and more!
Fall Events by Month
Fall activities in Knoxville TN aren’t all about pumpkins and apples. Below you’ll find fantastic monthly events that, for the most part, have nothing to do with the season.
These lists include things like arts and crafts classes, cooking classes, state park events, and so much more. Check ’em out to help fill your fall calendar.
Wishing you a wonderful fall in Knoxville TN this year!
Erica has lived in East TN for over 9 years. She enjoys exploring this gorgeous region with her husband and 3 lively children. As a former teacher turned homeschool mom, she loves finding fun and affordable activities the entire family will love, especially if they cultivate a love for learning!