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Knoxville Civic Auditorium

Since opening its doors in 1961, the Knoxville Civic Auditorium has been an important part of the city’s entertainment scene. The venue has hosted musicals, theatrical productions, sporting events, circuses and concerts featuring such notable performers as the Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder and Jimmy Buffett. KCAC, conveniently located downtown near the junction of Interstates 40 and 75, it serves as the festival's largest venue

500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave.

BIG EARS
03.26_03.29.26
Knoxville, TN · USA

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