Knoxville Smokies to Host Major R&B Line Dance Festival at Covenant Health Park
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Knoxville Smokies are turning up the volume this fall with a massive Knoxville Music Festival set for October 18, 2025 at Covenant Health Park. Organizers are calling it the “biggest line dancing party Tennessee has ever seen.”
Star-Studded Lineup Promises High-Energy Performances
The festival will showcase a vibrant mix of R&B and Southern Soul performers including:
- Boosie
- Cupid
- Pokey Bear
- Lakeside
- Tabu
Live music begins at 4 p.m., with gates opening at 3 p.m. The venue — 500 E. Jackson Ave — will transform into an electrified tailgate-style dance floor for the evening.
Ticket Tiers and Exclusive VIP Options
Tickets are available now with three different pricing levels:
- VIP ORNL Federal Credit Union Club Access – $125
Access to luxury club level behind home plate, climate control, padded seats, private bar, and a full buffet. - VIP Stage Front – $125
Reserved space directly in front of the stage for ultimate fan proximity. - General Admission – $60
Includes limited access to the field and seating areas around Covenant Health Park.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the Tank Strickland Foundation, adding a philanthropic angle to the fun.
Community Vibes and Dance Culture Front and Center
“This is more than a concert,” said Joe Armstrong, owner of Jammin’ 99.7 WJBE, in an enthusiastic statement.
“It’s the biggest line dancing party and R&B line dancing event Tennessee has ever seen. We’re bringing together great music, smooth moves, and that electric tailgate-style energy to turn the stadium into the ultimate dance floor.”
Whether attendees come for the food trucks, the beats, or the community, Armstrong says it’s about making music history in Knoxville.
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