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.”…

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