2026 Event Calendar
Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
April 30, 2026
This day honors our volunteers that serve at KARM through meals, teaching classes, serving in the dorm, and so much more. It’s happening on April 30, 2026 at the Knoxville Zoo!
Email Mark Roberts, mroberts@karm.org, for more information.
Chrysalis Women's Event
May 7, 2026
Join us for CHRYSALIS. Bring your mom, sisters, daughters, and friends as we celebrate restoration stories through Chrysalis on May 7, 2026, from 6-8 pm at The Press Room.
Email Lauren Guigou, lguigou@karm.org, for more information.
Women's Conference
May 15, 2026
This day includes laughter, worship, and fellowship for the ladies who are currently staying at KARM. They get to hear from a speaker, receive a gift bag filled with goodies, a catered lunch, and a fun photobooth experience.
Email Isabella Dykes, idykes@karm.org, for more information.
KMLA Golf Classic
June 15, 2026
Join us for the inaugural Knoxville Men’s Leadership Association Golf Classic on June 15, 2026 at Gettysvue Polo, Golf, & Country Club.
Email Chris Agee, cagee@karm.org, for more information.
Tee It Up Fore Suede Golf Tournament
September 14, 2026
Join us for the annual Tee It Up Fore Suede golf tournament on September 14, 2026 at Avalon Golf & Country Club.
Email Mark Roberts, mroberts@karm.org, for more information.
Conversations On A Bench
October 8-9, 2026
This is a nation-wide event through CityGate network. Our CEO will spend 24 hours outside on a bench, having countless conversations surrounding homelessness, addiction, trauma, mental illness, volunteering, and so much more.
Email Celia Lively, clively@karm.org, for more information.
Coats for the Cold
Fall 2026
Join us for the 41st Annual Coats for the Cold drive in partnership with KARM Stores. Last year, we collected and distributed over 8,100 coats to those in need in East Tennessee. Collection takes place in the fall, with distribution immediately following.
Email Celia Lively, clively@karm.org, for more information.
Courtyard Celebration
October 15, 2026
Every October, we throw a birthday party for all of our guests staying at KARM! This party has all the makings of a good time – games, food, music, and birthday cake. This event takes place on October 15 at 418 N. Broadway.
Email Celia Lively, clively@karm.org, for more information.
Fall Gala
October 21, 2026
Join us for the Fall Gala on October 21, 2026 at the Knoxville Convention Center.
Email Chris Agee, cagee@karm.org, for more information.
Thanksgiving
November 26, 2026
Thanksgiving is a big deal at KARM! For the last 39 years, we transform our chapel into a restaurant, complete with fancy tables, a host stand, and a great meal.
Email Brady Denney, bdenney@karm.org, for more information.