Gay Knoxville Events

Gay Knoxville events include the Knox Pridefest which features a month long series of events including an art fair, parades, parties and more. Other popular events include the Mardi Growl parade in late February/Early March.

Knoxville Pride Parade & Festival

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Wednesday, Jan 26th, 2022

Knoxville Pride, or "Knox Pride" as it is known locally, takes place in mid-June each year and is one of Tennessee's most colourful pride festivals.

Mardi Growl Knoxville

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Wednesday, Jan 26th, 2022

Mardi Growl is a unique event for your fur babies! Your favorite pet party takes over Knoxville for one of the most fun parades in the USA.

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Embassy Suites
3 Star, Luxury

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Along with a golf course, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Free breakfast, a free manager’s reception. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 176 rooms provide offer living rooms and refrigerators, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels, microwaves & room service

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Marriott
3 Star, Stylish

An indoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and a conference center are onsite. All 286 rooms offer free WiFi and free wired Internet, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, premium bedding and pillow menus. Refrigerators, room service, & coffee makers.

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Hilton Knoxville
3 Star, Readers Choice

Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/café, and valet parking. All 320 rooms feature comforts like premium bedding and pillow menus, refrigerators and coffee makers. Free WiFi and MP3 docks are standard, as are LCD TVs with satellite channels. Housekeeping is available on request.

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The Oliver Hotel
3 Star, Modern Classic

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, valet parking, and concierge services. All 28 rooms feature a minibars (stocked with some free items) and pillow menus, sitting areas and coffee makers. Other amenities available to guests include free WiFi, pillowtop beds, and premium bedding.

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Gay Knoxville Events

Knoxville Pride Parade & Festival

Mardi Growl Knoxville

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