Kid A’ Riffic Fun in the Park, sponsored by Home Federal Bank, kicks off another season of summer fun for families on June 4, at Chilhowee Park. The first event includes a “touch a truck” area where participants can interact with heavy equipment and other City work vehicles.

Hosted by the City’s Office of Special Events, Parks and Recreation Department, and other community partners, Kid A’ Riffic offers freegames, crafts and other activities geared designed for children age 2-12. Participation is free, and no registration is required.

Events will be held Wednesdays in June and July, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in these locations:

• June 4 – Chilhowee Park, 3301 E. Magnolia Avenue
• June 11 – Safety City of Knoxville, 165 S. Concord Street
• June 18 – Rock City Park and Fire Station No. 10, 1350 East Moody Avenue
• June 25 – Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Park
• July 19 – West Hills John Bynon Park, 7624 Sheffield Drive
• July 16 – Adair Park, 1807 Adair Drive
• July 23 – World’s Fair Park, 1060 World’s Fair Park Drive

Kid A’ Riffic began in 2019 as a weekly way to connect youngsters and their families with summertime activities in Market Square. In 2023, Kid A’Riffic was awarded Best Children’s Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Festivals & Events Association (SFEA).

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