Finding a place in Knoxville, TN, where you can combine shopping and entertainment at the same time is not difficult at the Market Square. This market place has continued to be at the same place for over 150 years, and shoppers still enjoy it.
The Market Square continues to be popular with tourists and local people because it offers both needs and wants for shoppers of all ages. It started out in 1853 as a farmer's market, but quickly grew to be much more than that. It also became the place for people of every age to come and see new things, as well as socialize, and play, too.
All around Market Square there are many stores and restaurants that are sure to provide just what shoppers are looking for. Various specialty stores include fashion clothes, arts and crafts, home decor, a General Store, salons, and more.
When it comes to getting something to eat, there is a wide choice. All you have to do is to narrow it down to which type of food you want most. You can choose from Italian foods, pizza and sandwiches, Asian, American foods, and more. There are also some coffee shops, and some fast food restaurants such as Subway and Arby's.
The Market Square Park area also has many events taking place throughout the year. In the spring, there are some very popular events, which are considered among their best. This includes two musical events - Sundown in the City - which is general local music artists and the Rossini Festival - which is opera music and Italian foods. The Dogwood Arts Festival is also in the spring.
During the summer months, there is the Market Square Farmer's Market, which starts in the spring and continues to the end of harvest. Shakespeare on the Square also takes place in the summer months.
The fall starts the season of Movies on the Square. Many movies are shown in the theaters around the Park.
When it gets close to Christmas, there is the Market Square Holiday Market, which will offer a number of hand-made crafts for gifts. The traditional Christmas lighting will also be there - and a fire pit for those who want roasted marshmallows. Food vendors will be there, too. In the winter months, a full-size ice skating rink is set up for fun on the ice.
Christmas in the City is a large event in Knoxville every year. Many different groups, such as the Rockettes from New York City, are brought in between Thanksgiving and New Year's day to celebrate the season. There are also many great events for the whole family, some take place near the Park, but most are in it. This includes parades, dance, music, and much more. Also, Christmas in the City takes place during this time, too.
As you can see, there are events taking place in Market Square in Knoxville, TN all year long. Many of the events are free, which means it can be a great outing for the whole family. Besides taking care of your shopping needs, you can have some fun and enjoy entertainment, too.
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