Tennessee Theatre

📍 604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TNView on map →

89 upcoming events

🏟️ Venue Guide

🕐 Box Office Hours

Monday-Friday 10:00am-3:00pm. Day of event - Will Call is available 1 hour prior to the start of performance

📞 Phone

865-684-1200 ext. 2

💳 Accepted Payment

VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Cash

🎫 Will Call

Tennessee Theatre is a digital ticketing venue. The Box Office will be available 1 hour prior to performance to assist with ticketing needs.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking is available for most night and weekend performances at the State Street garage located behind the theater, as well as the nearby Locust Street and Market Square garages. Additional parking lots and on-street parking are located nearby. For performances during regular business hours, parking is available in all of these areas for a fee. Parking fees vary from lot to lot. Please allow ample time to park.

♿ Accessibility

The venue has ADA seating in various locations. Please call venue Box Office for these. Venue has Elevators, and ADA Facilities, ADA Parking, ADA ramps and Entrance. For more info call 865-684-1200 ext. 2.

📋 General Rules

Cameras, camera phones, audio, video and digital recorders, paging devices, and cell phones may not be permitted in the theatres based on the artists' policies. Guests using prohibited items may be ejected without refund.

👶 Child Policy

All attendees, regardless of age, are required to hold a ticket. This applies to children who may sit on an adult's lap for the majority or entirety of a performance. For question, please contact the Box Office.

💡 Guru Tips

Insider tips to make the most of your experience at Tennessee Theatre

🅿️ Parking Guru Tip

Tennessee Theatre has structured parking — arrive 45+ minutes early for the closest spots. Check for pre-paid parking options to skip the line.

💰 Free Parking

Good news — this venue offers free parking. Still arrive early for the best spots near the entrance.

🎫 Will Call Tip

Will call lines can get long close to showtime. Pick up your tickets early if the box office opens before doors — or go mobile tickets to skip the line entirely.

💵 Bring Cash

This venue accepts cash — handy for merch tables and food vendors where card-only lines are shorter. Keep small bills.

🎭 Theater Tip

Center orchestra or front mezzanine are your best bets. Avoid extreme sides — you'll miss staging and expressions. Most theaters don't allow late seating, so arrive on time.

♿ Accessibility Guru Tip

Accessible seating is available — book early for the best options. Call the box office directly for companion seating or specific accommodation needs. They're usually more helpful than the website.

📅 Busy Venue

Tennessee Theatre hosts 89+ events — it's a popular spot. For big shows, arrive 30-60 minutes early to clear security, grab food, and settle in without stress.

📸 Camera Policy

Cameras may be restricted — professional/DSLR cameras are usually banned but phone cameras are always fine. Check before bringing gear.

👨‍👩‍👧 Bringing Kids?

This venue has a child policy — check age requirements before buying. Pro tip: aisle seats are a lifesaver with little ones for quick bathroom and snack runs.

🚕 Rideshare Tip

Set your pickup spot a block or two away from the main exit — everyone else is fighting for rides right at the door. You'll get matched faster and pay less surge.