Knoxville's K-Pop Community
East Tennessee's home for K-Pop fans since 2019
Why Knoxville K-Pop Fans Choose Knox Pop Con
Knox Pop Con is East Tennessee's only 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to celebrating Korean pop culture. Whether you're a longtime K-Pop stan or just discovering groups like BTS, BLACKPINK, Stray Kids, or NewJeans, our community welcomes fans of all ages and experience levels.
Based in Knoxville, we serve K-Pop fans across Knox County and the greater East Tennessee region, including Oak Ridge, Maryville, Sevierville, and the Tri-Cities area.
K-Pop Events in Knoxville
K-Pop Dance Classes
Learn choreography from your favorite K-Pop groups in our weekly dance classes ($10/class). All skill levels welcome - from beginners to experienced dancers.
Concert Watch Parties
Can't make it to Seoul? Watch concerts and music show broadcasts together with local fans. Big screen, great company, and all the fan chants!
Birthday Events
Celebrate your bias's birthday with cupsleeve events, photo card trading, and themed activities. We host celebrations for major groups year-round.
Annual Festival
Our annual Knox Pop Con festival brings together K-Pop fans, artists, vendors, and performers for East Tennessee's biggest celebration of Korean pop culture.
K-Pop Groups We Celebrate
Our community includes fans of all K-Pop groups and generations. Whether you're into 2nd gen legends or 4th gen rookies, you'll find your people here:
Serving K-Pop Fans Across East Tennessee
While we're based in Knoxville, our community welcomes K-Pop fans from across the region:
- Knox County: Knoxville, Farragut, Powell, Halls
- Blount County: Maryville, Alcoa, Townsend
- Anderson County: Oak Ridge, Clinton, Norris
- Sevier County: Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg
- Loudon County: Lenoir City, Loudon
- Roane County: Harriman, Kingston
Many members also join us from the Tri-Cities (Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol), Chattanooga, and Nashville for our larger events.
How to Join Knoxville's K-Pop Community
Sign Up for Free
Join our newsletter to get event announcements and community updates.
Join Discord
Connect with other Knoxville K-Pop fans in our active Discord server.
Attend an Event
Come to a dance class ($10), watch party, or meetup and connect with your community!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Knox Pop Con only for K-Pop fans?
No! While K-Pop is a major focus, we celebrate all Asian pop culture including J-Pop, anime, manga, and Asian cuisine. Everyone is welcome!
Are your events free?
Yes! As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, most of our programs are completely free. Some special events may have optional ticketed components.
What age groups do you serve?
We welcome K-Pop fans of all ages! Our youth programs serve ages 13-18, while general events are open to everyone.
Where are your events held?
We host events at various venues across Knoxville, including community centers, local restaurants, and our partner locations. Check our events page for specific venues.
Explore Knox Pop Con
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Knox Pop Con 2026
Full event details — performers, schedule, vendors, and more. May 2, 2026.
Get Tickets
General Admission from $30. VIP and Daesang passes available.
K-Pop Dance Classes
$10 weekly classes in Knoxville — learn choreography from BTS, BLACKPINK & more.
2026 Events
The full calendar of K-Pop and anime events in Knoxville for 2026.
Ready to Join Knoxville's K-Pop Family?
Connect with hundreds of K-Pop fans in East Tennessee. Whether you want to learn dance choreography, attend watch parties, or just find your people - we're here for you!