Outlandish Adventure Festival
Over the Moon and Into the Woods: The Inaugural Outlandish Adventure Festival Comes to Knoxville on May 2 & 3!
Knoxville, TN – Knoxville’s great outdoors is calling! On May 2 & 3, the Outlandish Adventure Festival will transform Ijams Nature Center into a dynamic playground for thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and families.
This free, two-day event celebrates Knoxville’s rocks, trails, rivers, and outdoor spirit with unforgettable activities, entertainment, and community connections.
Festival Highlights:
- Extreme Spectacles: Witness high slacklining over the quarry, bike whip-off stunts, rock climbing competition, and kayak flatwater freestyle, SUP sprint races, and fire dancing.
- Live Music: Enjoy performances across the property and throughout the day. FERD will headline the event.
- Interactive Activities: Try paddleboard yoga, biking, hiking, bird watching, trail running, kayaking, and stroll through vendor tents featuring local makers, outdoor brands and sport groups.
- Maker Tents: Discover sustainable & nature-centric artistry by local makers inspired by Knoxville’s outdoor culture.
- Outdoor Education: Friday Movie Night kicks off the event at the Ijams Visitors Center and Saturday makes learning fun with the following talks:
- History or Urban Wilderness
- Climbing in East TN
- Women in Outdoors
With Ijams Nature Center as the backdrop, the Outlandish Adventure Festival invites everyone to experience Knoxville’s vibrant outdoor scene. Whether you’re an adventure veteran or new to the outdoors, there’s something for everyone.
Giving Back:
Event proceeds will support outdoor resources in Knoxville, ensuring the city’s green spaces continue to thrive.
Event Details:
- Date: May 2 & 3, 2025
- Location: Ijams Nature Center, Knoxville, TN
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.outlandishaf.com
About the Festival:
The Outlandish Adventure Festival is a collaborative effort by Knoxville’s outdoor enthusiasts and organizations, including Ijams, Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness, AMBC, Knoxville Adventure Collective, River Sports, The Maker City, Legacy Parks, and The City of Knoxville. Together, they’ve created a weekend to inspire exploration, connection, adventure, and celebration of Knoxville’s natural beauty.
Sponsored by Visit Knoxville, Visit Knoxville Sports, TVA, Tennessee River Line, Vick Dyer Realtor, Climbing Roots, Ole Smoky Distillery, Yee-Haw Brewing
