Live at Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville: Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas
Thursday, December 3, 2026 at Tennessee Theatre, Knoxville
About this event
At Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville on Thursday, December 3, 2026: Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas.
- All ages
You know "Christmas Time's A Coming" when 15-time GRAMMY winner and Country Music Hall of Fame member Ricky Skaggs and his ace backing band Kentucky Thunder play all your favorite Christmas songs in their refreshing acoustic style. This heartwarming show features a reason to listen to the season of songs both old and new as Skaggs and his band perform their own perfect blend of tight harmony. Come celebrate this special time of year with friends and family, while listening to first class vocalists and musicians, singing and playing their finest for Christmastime. The show includes the joyful bluegrass tune "Christmas Time's A Coming" along with a beautiful rendition of "New Star Shining," a hit song for Ricky Skaggs and James Taylor. Beloved classic songs "Silent Night," "Deck the Halls," and "Let it Snow" are fully represented, along with many other special Christmas melodies.
About Ricky Skaggs
Bluegrass · Country · Gospel · Folk
Rickie Lee Skaggs, known professionally as Ricky Skaggs, is an American neotraditional country and bluegrass singer, musician, producer, and composer. He primarily plays mandolin, but he also plays fiddle, guitar, and banjo.
Event details
- Date
- Thursday, December 3, 2026
- Time
- 7:30 PM local time
- Venue
- Tennessee Theatre
- Address
- 604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902, United States
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Concerts · Country
Venue & getting there
604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902
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How to get to Tennessee Theatre
- Knoxville Transit StationBus stop240 m
3 min walk - Southern TerminalTrain620 m
8 min walk - L&N StationTrain660 m
8 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 100 m away.
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Your visit to Tennessee Theatre
- Date
- Thursday, December 3, 2026
- Starts
- 7:30 PM
- Getting there
- Knoxville Transit Station (bus stop), 240 m – about 3 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 100 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Farragut Building (30 m)
Every upcoming Ricky Skaggs date
- Don't Look Ethel! A Salute to the Musical Genius of Ray StevensGrand Ole Opry House, Nashville
- Ronnie Bowman TributeBrooklyn Bowl Nashville, Nashville
- Ricky SkaggsThe Appalachian Theatre, Boone
- Ricky SkaggsSchermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville
- Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder ChristmasPeace Center, Greenville
- Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder ChristmasArcada Theatre, Saint Charles
- Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder ChristmasThe Sheldon Concert Hall, St. Louis
- Ricky SkaggsBirchmere Music Hall, Alexandria
- Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky ThunderBirchmere, Alexandria
- Ricky Skaggs w/ Kentucky ThunderBilheimer Capitol Theatre, Clearwater
- Ricky Skaggs w/ Kentucky ThunderThe Mansion, Branson
Also at Tennessee Theatre that week
Good to know
When is “Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas”?
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas takes place on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM local time.
Where is “Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas” held?
Venue: Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay St., Knoxville, TN 37902, United States.
How much are tickets for “Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Is “Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas” suitable for children?
Yes — this event is listed as suitable for children and families.
Where can I buy tickets for “Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Christmas”?
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. The ticket button on this page takes you straight to the official listing, with live availability and the final price.
How do I get to Tennessee Theatre by public transport?
The closest stop is Knoxville Transit Station (bus stop), 240 m from Tennessee Theatre – roughly 3 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Tennessee Theatre?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m away.
Where else is Ricky Skaggs performing?
Ricky Skaggs also has 11 more dates coming up, for example Nashville (Nov 9 and Dec 1, 2026), Boone (Dec 2, 2026) and Greenville (Dec 15, 2026).
