FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT RHYTHM N’ BLOOMS
Q: Where is Rhythm N’ Blooms held?
A: Rhythm N’ Blooms is held at locations throughout downtown Knoxville.
Bill Lyons Stage, Market Square
Crass Couture
John Black Photography
Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum
Latitude 35
Square Room
Tennessee Theatre
Q: What are the prices for festival passes? Where can I purchase one?
A: Weekend-long Festival passes are $55 and Day passes [available for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday] are $25 through April 19. Starting at 12:01am on April 20, the price will go up to $60 and $30, respectively. Passes are available here, at any area participating Pilot/Flying J Food Mart, or at Morelock Music.
Q: What does each kind of pass include?
A: Weekend-long Festival Pass: Entry to all venues throughout the weekend, including the Tennessee Theatre and Music Village on Saturday.
Friday Day Pass: Entry to all venues on Friday and Music Village on Saturday.
Saturday Day Pass: Entry to all shows on Saturday, including Music Village, but NOT entry to the Tennessee Theatre.
Sunday Day Pass: Entry to all shows on Sunday and Music Village on Saturday.
Q: Can I purchase a VIP package?
A: Yes. UPDATE: VIP passes are SOLD OUT!
Q: Are passes required for children?
A: Children under age 6 and under will be admitted free of charge. All children 7 and over will require festival passes.
Q: Can I purchase weekend-long and day passes on site?
A: Yes, as long as passes remain! You may purchase passes on Friday and Saturday at the Rhythm N’ Blooms Info Booth or on Sunday at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum. Keep in mind that quantities are limited, and on Friday, April 20, ticket prices go up to $30 for a day pass and $60 for a Festival pass. Buy early!
Q: What is Music Village?
A: Music Village is new this year, expanding on the festival’s celebration of our region’s musical heritage. On Saturday, April 21 from 10am- 4pm at the East Tennessee History Center, folks can enjoy music workshops by Festival performers and local musicians, luthiers, and vendors selling music-related products. Free admission to the public!
Workshop Schedule:
11-11:45am – Hallerin Hill [songwriting]
12-12:45pm – Tony Furtado [banjo]
1-1:45pm – Chris Brubeck [history of the blues]
2-2:45pm – Angel Snow [songwriting]
Q: Where can I purchase Rhythm N’ Blooms artist merchandise and get artist autographs?
A: The Artist Merchandise and Sharpie Autograph Signing area will be at the East Tennessee History Center on Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21. On Sunday, April 22, Artist Merchandise and Sharpie Autograph Signing area will be at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum.
Artist Merchandise & Autograph Area Hours:
Friday: 5:00pm-midnight
Saturday: 10am-Midnight
Sunday: Noon-10:30pm
Artist Autograph Schedule:
Friday
9:00 – Darrell Scott
9:30 – Cheyenne Marie Mize
10:00 – Big Sam’s Funky Nation
10:30 – Langhorne Slim
11:30 – Canon Blue
Saturday
4:45 – Jeff Barbra & Sarah Pirkle
5:30 – Katie Powderly
6:45 – Mandolin Orange
7:30 – David Wax Museum
8:15 – Kris Delmhorst
10:45 – Dave Brucbeck Trio
Q: Can I reserve seats to select shows?
A: No. All seating is general admission and therefore first come, first seated. Please be aware that while every effort will be made to accommodate large audiences, some venues will have to limit attendance due to capacity restraints.
Q: Is there a rain policy?
A: Rhythm N’ Blooms happens rain or shine! All venues are indoors except for the Market Square stage on Friday night and all shows Sunday at the Knoxville Botanical Garden. Due to festival seating, some venues will fill to capacity but may have availability outside of covered areas.
Q: Where can I stay?
A: The Official Hotel of the Dogwood Arts Festival is the Crowne Plaza. For a complete list of area lodging and info, please visit www.knoxville.org
Q: Is there free parking?
A: Yes. There is ample free parking in downtown Knoxville for the shows on Friday and Saturday. Metered parking is free after 6pm and every weekend. Parking garages are free after 8pm Friday and all day Saturday.
On Sunday, the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum grounds open at 12:00 Noon. You can park at Garage B at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum or head towards Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum and follow the directional signs leading you to Rhythm N’ Blooms general parking. Once you are parked, starting at 12:00 Noon, there will be free shuttles taking you to the venue. Please note that there will be ample bike parking on site Sunday at the Knoxville Botanical Garden, so please visit the Garden the lean, green way!
Sunday’s parking map is available here :: KBGA parking map!
Q: Should I bring my own seats?
A: Indoor venues will provide seats, but we advise you to bring a blanket and/or low-rise chairs to Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum. Please refrain from bring large outdoor chairs at this venue, as we want everyone to be able to see all the great performers on stage!
Q: Can I bring pets?
A: Pets, with the exception of service animals, are not allowed at any indoor venue Friday or Saturday. Pets on leashes are permitted at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum on Sunday. Please be sure to pick up after them!
Q: What is the smoking policy?
A: With the exception of Market Square, all concert areas are non-smoking.
Q: Are coolers allowed?
A: You’re welcome to bring picnics to the Knoxville Botanical Garden, but no outside alcohol is allowed.
Q: Are there places to eat at festival venues?
A: There are a number of restaurants around downtown for any size budget. For a list of downtown Knoxville eateries, please see knoxville.org/dine. There will be food and drink vendors set up at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum on Sunday.
Q: How can I volunteer?
A: Visit volunteer.dogwoodarts.com to upload your online volunteer application!
If you have further questions, please email info@dogwoodarts.com or give us a call at [865] 637.4561. Thanks – see you in April!
