Summer Concert Series
Enjoy cooler evenings, live music, and the unique atmosphere of Zoo Knoxville's newest outdoor venue, the Boyd Foundation Boardwalk at Clayton Timber Loop. Stroll through the zoo, explore select exhibits, and relax beneath the trees as local and regional musicians take the stage.
Your concert experience includes:
- Evening zoo access beginning at 4 PM
- Opening acts beginning at 6:15 PM
- Headlining performances from 7 PM – 8 PM
- Access to select zoo areas during the event
During after-hours events, animals may choose to spend time in their indoor or outdoor habitats. Guests are welcome to bring a blanket or folding chair and relax beneath the trees while enjoying an evening of music and nature.
2026 Concert Schedule
- June 25 Pulp Friction
- July 2 Bluegrass: The Alex Leach Band
- July 9 Tennessee Wind Symphony (rescheduled from original date due to weather)