Variety of Easter Events Planned Across Knoxville Area

From egg hunts to sunrise services, the region offers many ways to celebrate the holiday

Mar. 24, 2026 at 4:03am

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The Knoxville area is hosting a wide range of Easter-themed events over the next two weekends, including egg hunts, craft fairs, community cookouts, and sunrise services. The activities are spread across different locations in and around the city, catering to families, children, and even pets.

Why it matters

These Easter events provide opportunities for the local community to come together and celebrate the holiday. They offer fun, family-friendly activities that can help bring people closer and create lasting memories. The variety of events also ensures there are options to suit different interests and age groups.

The details

The events kick off on March 28 with the Fountain City Easter Egg Hunt at Fountain City Park, featuring separate hunts for different age groups. That same day, the Marble Springs State Historic Site is hosting an Easter Craft Fair with local crafts, food, and activities. On March 29, Fountain City Presbyterian Church is holding a community cookout and egg hunt, while the Kiwanis Club is hosting an egg hunt at Powell Lions Club Park, including an adaptive division. The following weekend from April 3-5 is packed with more festivities, such as the Morning Pointe of Powell Assisted Living Easter Extravaganza, the First Baptist Church Eggstravaganza at World's Fair Park, an egg hunt at The Village, a dog-focused egg hunt at The Bark Knoxville, and an egg hunt at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum. Easter Sunday also features sunrise services at Ijams Nature Center and the Tennessee Rugby Park.

  • The Fountain City Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The Easter Craft Fair at Marble Springs State Historic Site is on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • The Fountain City Presbyterian Church Community Cook Out and Egg Hunt is on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
  • The Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt is on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3 p.m.
  • The Morning Pointe of Powell Assisted Living Easter Extravaganza is on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Fountain City Park

A local park in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville that is hosting an Easter egg hunt.

Marble Springs State Historic Site

A historic site in Knoxville that is hosting an Easter craft fair.

Fountain City Presbyterian Church

A church in Knoxville that is hosting a community Easter egg hunt and cookout.

Powell Lions Club Park

A park in Powell, Tennessee where the Kiwanis Club is hosting an Easter egg hunt.

Morning Pointe of Powell Assisted Living

An assisted living facility in Powell, Tennessee that is hosting an Easter extravaganza event.

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The takeaway

The wide range of Easter events across the Knoxville area provides something for everyone to enjoy the holiday, from traditional egg hunts to unique celebrations like the dog-focused hunt. These community-driven activities help bring people together and create a sense of shared celebration during this special time of year.