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 or at any area participating Pilot/Flying J Food Mart.
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: VIP passes will be $125 with a limited quantity of only 100 available. Each VIP pass includes: 3-day festival pass, Festival poster, Festival t-shirt, Artist meet n’ greets, Artist autograph signing, 3 drink vouchers, Special VIP viewing areas for Friday’s Market Square shows, Preferred seating at Tennessee Theatre and Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum. You can purchase your VIP tickets exclusively here.
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, festival pass-holders can enjoy music workshops by Festival performers and local musicians, luthiers, and vendors selling music-related products. Admission is $10 for non-pass-holders. If you’re interested in being a vendor at Music Village, please fill out the 2012 Music Village Vendor Application Form.
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 and all day Saturday.
As for Sunday, parking for Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum is free. We will provide more details about parking options as the festival draws closer. If you would like preferred parking at the Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum, you can purchase a parking pass for $20 which will grant you closer access to the venue. You can purchase this pass [limited quantity available] here!
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 and coolers to the Botanical Garden.
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: An online volunteer form will be coming soon. In the meantime, please email info@dogwoodarts.com with your interest.
If you have further questions, please email info@dogwoodarts.com or give us a call at [865] 637.4561. Thanks – see you in April!
