New Year's Eve Celebrations 2010: Knoxville, Tennessee

New Year's Eve 2010 is drawing near and Knoxville, Tennessee offers a variety of events, celebrations and parties to satisfy every need. Everything from family friendly to wild and crazy, from sophisticated to hoe-down, Knoxville has the New Year's Eve 2010 party scene covered. Here are just a few of downtown Knoxville's most popular 2010 New Year's Eve celebrations. Please follow the links for more information.

First Night Knoxville

If you are looking for a family-friendly, alcohol-free setting in which to celebrate New Year's Eve 2010 then check out First Night Knoxville. This year, party-goers will ring in the 2010 New Year while enjoying a large variety of activities in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. Entertainment will include a children's festival, live bands, circus entertainers, dancing lessons and much more. Attendees must purchase a First Night Admission button to attend any of the celebrations. The buttons go on sale December 1, 2009 and can be purchased online and at retailers throughout Market Square. Buttons are $10 in advance or $15 on the day of the event. Kids 6 & under are admitted free. During the month of January, First Night buttons will earn you discounts at many area businesses.

3:00 PM • Children's Festival at the Tennessee Theatre

6:45 PM • Processional from Tennessee Theatre to the Market Square Stage

7:00 PM • Opening Ceremony at the Market Square Stage

7:00-11:15 PM • Entertainment at Multiple Downtown Venues

9:00 PM • Early Kids' Countdown at the Tennessee Theatre with Farmer Jason

MIDNIGHT • New Year's Countdown and Ball Drop at Market Square

Volunteer Princess New Year's Eve Cruises

If you are looking for a more sophisticated way to celebrate New Year's Eve 2010 then check out the Volunteer Princess New Year's Eve Cruises. Ring in the New Year with a fabulous cruise down the Tennessee River. This fun-filled cruise includes live entertainment, one glass of complimentary champagne, and a full service bar. The Volunteer Princess will be offering two chances for you to join in the fun.

Early Cruise

Thursday, December 31, 2009
Boarding- 6:15 PM
Cruise- 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Late Cruise

Thursday, December 31, 2009
Boarding- 9:45 PM
Cruise- 10:00 PM - 12:30 AM

Alive Into 2010! New Year's Eve Party with Teeny tucker and Slow Blind Hill

Celebrate New Years Eve 2010 with live entertainment from award winning blues singer Teeny Tucker and the Slow Blind Hill band, one of Knoxville's longest-running blues bands. Admission includes a delicious all-night buffet, dancing, party favors, a complimentary midnight toast of bubbly, and a fabulous view of the midnight fireworks on Market Square.

Admission:
General Admission: $40
Discount for KMA members For ages 21 and up: $5
Reserved Seats: $50, $60

Hours: Thursday: 8:30 PM - 1:00 AM

When: December 31, 2009

Where:
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 Worlds Fair Park
Knoxville, TN