One of the most popular outdoor events in Knoxville, Sundown in the City presented by Regal Entertainment Group, returns to Market Square on April 21! For five Thursdays this spring music lovers can enjoy a variety of exciting live musical performances in the heart of downtown Knoxville. Sundown in the City is absolutely free, open to the public and a great way to get your weekend started early.
The series, which began in 1998, is presented by Regal Entertainment Group with support from Bud Light, Pilot, and U.S. Cellular and produced by AC Entertainment. Additional support for this event is provided by WBIR, WIVK, WUTK, Knoxville News Sentinel, Metro Pulse, Knoxville Magazine, Lamar Outdoor Advertising and Threds.
Gates will open at 6 p.m. and all performances begin at 7 p.m. Free parking is available after 6 p.m. at the Locust Street, Market Square and State Street garages.
Fans of Sundown can receive text alerts to their mobile phones; simply text the word SUN to 68572 to receive up-to-the-minute updates about Sundown 2011. Standard text messaging rates apply.
April 21 — Randy Houser with JC and The Dirty Smokers
May 12 — Better Than Ezra with Johnny Astro & The Big Bang
May 19 — Umphrey's McGee with Zach Deputy
June 2 — Jonny Lang with Megan McCormick
June 16 — Warren Haynes Band with The Black Cadillacs
About Regal Entertainment Group
Downtown & Hometown Pride:
Regal and its executives are actively involved in the restoration and continuing success of the Historic Tennessee Theatre downtown. The Regal Riviera Stadium 8 is conveniently located on Knoxville’s Theatre Row and is an integral part of the entertainment renaissance downtown. Regal also donated equipment including a screen to facilitate the return of movies to the Bijou Theatre. All of these entertainment choices combine to give people more reasons to come and rediscover downtown.
Knoxville Involvement:
Regal operates five theaters in Knoxville including the flagship location Pinnacle Stadium 18 & IMAX at Turkey Creek. Regal is committed to serving and staying active in the communities where its theatres operate. Specifically in Knoxville, Regal partners with organizations such as: University of Tennessee, Tennessee Theatre Foundation, Emerald Youth Foundation, Market Square District Association, Knoxville Chamber Partnership, Knoxville’s Hospitals and the local Boys & Girls Clubs.
Regal Entertainment Group looks forward to a great future for Knoxville and will continue to stay active and supportive.
About Bud Light
At Bud Light/Anheuser-Busch, philanthropic outreach is at the core of its business philosophy. The company has long used the slogan 'Making Friends is our Business,' and it extends that belief to the communities in which it does business and where its employees live and work.
About Pilot
Pilot is proud to again support Sundown in the City, great entertainment in an open-air venue in the heart of downtown Knoxville. On behalf of its employees and customers, Pilot is committed to supporting its headquarters city of Knoxville and the East Tennessee communities they have served for more than 50 years.
About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is excited to sponsor Sundown in the City again this year as it continues its tradition of success as thousands of concert-goers enjoy the fun in Market Square. As the presenting sponsor of the Bijou Theatre and a supporter of the Rossini Festival, U.S. Cellular is proud of its support of local music, art and entertainment programs. Sundown in the City provides something better for the community by offering a variety of musical entertainment events in Knoxville free of charge – and believing in something better is an idea that U.S. Cellular knows well and is proud to support. Everyone is invited to stop by the U.S. Cellular booth at Sundown, where there will be cool new phones to demo, games, prizes and more.
About AC Entertainment
AC Entertainment is internationally recognized as an innovative leader in creating, producing, booking, and marketing first-class live entertainment experiences - from festivals and concerts to all types of special events. As founders and producers of the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, the Big Ears Festival, and Moogfest, and through the over 750 concerts we present nationally each year, we take special pride in those unforgettable, spine-tingling moments that everyone remembers, long after the lights have come up.
We also work with clients and organizations to provide event management, booking and marketing services for their unique needs. Our artist management division, AC Management, offers representation services and support for artists and entertainers, while our venue management divisions operates two beautiful historic theaters - the Tennessee Theatre and the 101-year old Bijou Theatre. Our efforts have a tangible, positive impact where these experiences happen, adding value to the community and making it the kind of place where people want to live, work and play.
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• From I-40, Take the US-441 S/HENLEY ST exit – exit number 388 – toward DOWNTOWN.
• Take the TN-62 ramp toward WESTERN AVE/SUMMIT HILL DR.
• Turn LEFT onto WESTERN AVE. WESTERN AVE becomes SUMMIT HILL DR.
• Turn SLIGHTLY RIGHT onto LOCUST ST.
• Turn LEFT on UNION AVE.
Free parking is available at the Market Square garage and the Locust Street garage after 6 p.m. Several other parking lots are within a short walk of Market Square. Click here for a downtown parking map (Market Square is the blue rectangle near the center of the map).
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Where can I park?
Click here for a convenient map of downtown parking locations. Market Square is the blue rectangle near the center of the map. City garages are free after 6 pm on weekdays!
What hotels are nearby?
• Crowne Plaza, 401 Summit Hill Dr. (2 blocks)
(865) 522-2600
• Hilton, 501 West Church Ave (3 blocks)
(865) 523-2300
• Holiday Inn, 525 Henley St. (5 blocks)
(865) 522-2800
• Hampton Inn, 618 West Main St. (7 blocks)
(865) 522-5400
• Maplehurst Inn, 800 W. Hill Ave. (8 blocks)
(800) 451-1562
• Four Points by Sheraton, 1109 White Ave. (8 blocks)
(865) 971-4663
Can my organization come down and pass out flyers, coupons, or do street performances?
Sundown is a wonderful way to get the word out about your organization and we would love to discuss potential sponsorship opportunities. Please contact us at info@acentertainment and we will have a member of our sponsorship department contact you with information about the event. Solicitation, including but not limited to, hand-billing, flyers, posters, mascots, street performers is not permitted without approval.
Can I bring my video or professional camera down to Sundown?
Standard point and shoot cameras as well as cell phone cameras are welcomed but all video equipment as well as professional cameras are prohibited. If you are interested in obtaining press credentials for your organization please send your request to info@acentertainment.com.
What can I bring to Sundown?
We welcome blankets, cameras, and umbrellas at the show. Lawn chairs are also welcome, but they may be restricted to designated areas on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Is there anything I can't bring to Sundown?
Please, do NOT bring pets, coolers, recording devices, roller blades, bikes, or professional camera equipment to the show. Plenty of Market Square merchants offer a vast array of food and drinks, including alcoholic beverage choices, so outside food and drinks are not allowed on the square during the show. Factory sealed plastic water bottles or other drinks (non-glass and non-alcoholic) are permitted. Patrons with disabilities are allowed to bring small coolers for medication or specialty food. Service animals are allowed.
When does Sundown in the City start?
Festivities start at 6pm and music begins at 7pm. The music stops at 10pm.
What happens if it rains?
Sundown in the City is a rain or shine event. In case of rain, bring your favorite umbrella, poncho, or rain gear and enjoy the show!
How do I become a vendor at Sundown in the City?
We are not accepting vendor applications at this time.
If I lost something at Sundown. Where can I find it?
If you notice the evening of a Sundown performance, please come by the Concertwire.com tent. You may also email a description of the lost item along with your name and contact information to: info@acentertainment.com. We will do our best to locate the item and get it back to you.
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We love having people of all ages grooving down on Market Square every Thursday at Sundown in the City, but we want to make one thing clear: Sundown in the City has a zero-tolerance policy towards underage drinking. Whether you arrive under the influence or imbibe at the event, the consequences you could face aren’t worth the hassle. If you and your friends are under 21, come downtown to groove to the music! And stay sober at Sundown.
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"Sundown in the City" is committed to being the greenest event it can be! The plastic cups used at all of our beer stations can be recycled. Please dispose of these cups and all other appropriate recyclable materials into the marked bins scattered throughout the square. Thank you for helping to keep Knoxville a greener place!
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Randy Houser will be kicking off the 2011 Sundown season! Blessed with one of his generation’s great voices, he is a world-class songwriter and a seasoned entertainer known for the passion and energy he brings to every performance. His debut album, Anything Goes, introduced him as an exceptional artist, someone with both a cutting-edge sound and a deep respect for classic country. He's been described as passionate, enthusiastic, endearing, open-hearted, and a masterful performer – combine that with the integrity he brings to his music and his knowledge of and respect for country music’s traditions, and it’s clear that Randy is one heck of an artist.
Classic old-school outlaw-style country, characterized by covers of Johnny Cash (“Orange Blossom Special”) and George Strait (“Amarillo by Morning”) and a dozen or so original tunes with bouncing bass lines, weepy steel guitar, and tales of heartache, booze, and backwoods mischief.
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Better Than Ezra are the million-selling band with hits like "Good" and "A Lifetime" that sell out venues coast to coast and enjoy a legion of fans so faithful they've dubbed themselves the Ezralites. So, what's the story behind that name? Well, they're not telling - not even under duress, but we'll keep trying. What you really need to know about Better Than Ezra is that they've made a point of putting on a surprising, high-energy live show every time they hit the stage.
Johnny Astro and the Big Bang are a four-piece band hailing from Knoxville, Tennessee. The collegiate foursome blend raucous, energetic rock with creative melodies, percussion, and thick guitar lines to create a driving, screaming brand of music that is undeniably genuine and new. At their live shows, Mike Carroll lays down thick, driving bass lines that bring down the walls and light a fire under Zach Gilleran's drum stool, transforming him into a whirling maestro of percussion. Jackson Collier caresses the neck of his guitar and mercilessly pulls screaming lead riffs from it's insides while Paul Wakefield tears at his Telecaster to complete the rhythm and belts his lyrics with an iron conviction.
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Since forming in the late '90s, the musically muscular and relentlessly inventive Umphrey's McGee has cultivated an impressive presence both live and in the studio. Lauded by critics and adored by fans, the band continues to draw in new listeners with their singular style: virtuoso playing and acrobatic tempo changes and rhythmic shifts complemented by dazzling song craft and composition, memorable hooks, anthemic guitar lines and rock solid rhythms!
Zach Deputy is truly a one-man band. He’s a powerhouse performer and has one hell of a charismatic presence. Deputy does what is called live looping: layering sounds through the magic of technology to create a full band effect. He is a one man dance party, so be sure to bring your dancing shoes to Market Square!
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Extraordinary singing and guitar playing stamped Jonny Lang as a once-in-a-generation blues talent. The Grammy winner, who topped the Billboard New Artist chart with his first album at age 15, stands now as a mature creative force. In more than ten years on the road, Lang has toured with music greats such as the Rolling Stones, Buddy Guy, Aerosmith, B.B. King, Blues Traveler, Jeff Beck and Sting. His gritty soulful sound inspires, excites and gets people on their feet - a perfect fit for Sundown.
23-year-old Nashville-based singer, songwriter and guitarist, Megan McCormick takes a wealth of both uplifting and disheartening experiences that belie her age, and transcends her unpredictable emotional landscape by coalescing her experiences into the sexy, raw, heavy, beautiful rock & roll. Her debut album, Honest Words - due out on August 17th - addresses love, life and addiction with wisdom and grace.
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Warren Haynes is both a powerhouse singer and guitarist ― a reputation he’s earned as a member of three of the greatest live groups in rock history: The Allman Brothers Band, The Dead and his own Gov’t Mule. His long-anticipated, soul-inspired new album Man In Motion will be released May 10th. The new album demonstrates his relentless creative drive on some of his most emotionally powerful vocals and lush, vivid writing to date. In addition to his three solo discs (including 2004’s acoustic Live At Bonnaroo), seven albums with the Allman Brothers and Gov’t Mule’s 16 studio and live releases, Haynes has accumulated stacks of accolades for his efforts, which range from Grammy wins and nominations to his ranking at No. 23 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time.”
Knoxville’s, The Black Cadillacs, play an exciting blend of traditional rock n’ roll with a modern twist of garage soul and R&B. The Black Cadillacs stick close to their roots, but aren’t afraid to push the envelope. They’re raw, yet refined and loud, yet dynamic. Their live shows are packed with energy and always keep the crowd wanting more.
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