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Knoxville’s biggest free music festival returns. Born & Raised Productions is proud to present the fifth installment of Sunset On Central. Coming Saturday, August 24th to several venues on the Central Street corridor in North Knoxville, this will be the first time the event has been held since 2022. Organizers are excited to offer 4 stages this year that include the brand new Yee Haw Brewing Knoxville location, , Schulz Bräu Brewing Company, Next Level Brewing,, and Corner Lounge.


Sunset On Central is a music discovery festival featuring nearly thirty artists on five different stages highlighting some of the excellent up-and-coming talent that the city and region has to offer. There will also be food trucks, local vendors, and a silent disco afterparty.

Some new additions to this year’s festival is a hip-hop afterparty at Corner Lounge curated by Rooftop Collective as well as a silent disco at Central Filling Station and a special late night set at Schulz Brau with Pet Envy.
Support for Sunset on Central 2024 comes from sponsorships by Hamarki, Axle Logistics, First Century Bank, and Insurefit . Included in those sponsorships are donations to Knox Music Coalition.

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Location

900 N Central Street

Sunset on Central is a neighborhood event. Music takes place in 4 different venues in the north knoxville neighborhood on Central Street. Yee-Haw Brewing Co. , Schulz Brau, Next Level Brewing, and The Corner Lounge.

Parking is available on various streets surrounding the lot in the North Knox neighborhood.

The Cause

 

Sunset On Central is committed to being a free music festival for the Knoxville community. We still want to give back and use the event to make a positive impact on our city. We are proud to partner with Knox Music Coalition to foster and cultivate the music scene here in Knoxville. Knox Music Coalition’s mission is to strengthen and connect Knoxville’s music scene through educational programs, career development resources, and music advocacy with local community.


Knox Music Coalition was created with the hopes of giving Knoxville's music community a voice and providing its musicians with the resources to grow our music scene.

KMC first began as a musician's meet-up. Knoxville artists, promoters, venue owners, radio hosts and other music influencers gathered to discuss the local music scene and brainstorm actionable solutions to common problems. 

As we continue to expand on the thoughts, ideas and discussions from our monthly meetings, we are always looking for ways to add resources and opportunities to Knoxville’s music scene. 

Our goal is to strengthen and connect Knoxville’s music scene through educational programs, career development resources and music advocacy within the local community.

 

FAQs

 
 

WHERE IS SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

Sunset On Central is located in North Knoxville’s neighborhood at 900 N Central St. There will be stages at Yee-Haw Brewing Co., Schulz Brau, Corner Lounge and Next Level Brewing Co.

WHEN IS SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

Sunset On Central will take place on Saturday, August 24th from 3pm - 11pm.

WHAT CAN I BRING TO SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

Food and drinks are available for purchase at Sunset On Central. lawn chairs, cameras, blankets and beach towels are welcome, but all 4 venues have plenty of seating and picnic table to enjoy. Bring a valid photo ID if you want to purchase alcohol from any of the venues.

WHAT CAN'T I BRING TO SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

Outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited by law. Guns, knives, or weapons of any kind are not allowed. Fireworks, drugs and drug paraphernalia, glass containers, tents, canopies, laser pointers, skateboards, scooters and motorized vehicles are also prohibited. No unauthorized vending, sampling, or soliciting. Please check with each venue for their specific policies if you have any questions.

WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO PARK?

There is street parking in the Central St. area as well as various lots. Please be sure to be respectful of surrounding businesses and the parking for their customers.

IS THERE SEATING AT THE EVENT?

Yee-Haw Brewing, Co. Schulz Brau, Corner Lounge, and Next Level have plenty of seating and picnic tables across the lot to enjoy. You are free to bring a lawn chair if you'd like.

ARE DOGS ALLOWED AT EVENTS?

Each venue holds its own policies on dogs and it would be best to check with the venues on their policy for dogs.

DO YOU HAVE A LOST AND FOUND?

During the event you may drop off or pick up any lost and found items at the Yee-Haw Brewing Co. merchandise tent. For post-show lost and found inquiries, please contact us. Sunset On Central will not be held liable for any unclaimed items.

ARE THERE ATMS AT SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

There are currently no ATMs on site. However, we accept credit and debit cards at all of our event areas. 

DO THE FOOD TRUCKS, VENDORS, AND BAR ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS?

Sunset On Central accepts credit and debit cards for merchandise, water, and bar sales. Vendors and food trucks typically accept credit and debit cards.

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

Sunset On Central takes place rain or shine, unless there is severe weather, in which case we will make an announcement. Bring an umbrella and poncho with you on days when the forecast calls for rain. Follow us on social media for weather updates. The lot has a large covered awning that can keep everyone dry in case of rain!

HOW CAN I PERFORM AT SUNSET ON CENTRAL?

Submit for consideration to perform at events in 2024 by emailing info@bornandraisedknox.com

HOW DOES SUNSET ON CENTRAL FUND ITS FREE EVENTS?

Sunset On Central is underwritten by our generous sponsors, audience donations, fundraisers, and event revenue.  Part of proceeds raised from this neighborhood event will go to the non-profit Knox Music Coalition to support the Knoxville music scene.

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED? (VOLUNTEER, INTERN, STAFF)

We're always looking for individuals to help with our events. Please contact us at info@bornandraisedknox.com

HOW DO I KEEP UPDATED ON SUNSET ON CENTRAL NEWS, INCLUDING ARTIST SET TIMES?

Follow us on social media, and subscribe to our official weekly newsletter here.

 

SUNSET ON CENTRAL SPONSORS

 

Interested in being one of our amazing community champions that makes this free event possible? Click HERE.