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Cowboys and cowgirls come from all over for the chance to two step on Cotton Eyed Joe's dance floor. The club is recognized as one of the nation's top country nightclubs for good reason. There are nightly drink specials and most evenings you'll find a complimentary Tex-Mex buffet. And if your boot-scootin' skills need a little polishing up, there are classes nearly every night to help you look like a star out on the dance floor. Grab your boots and get ready for a wild time at this nightlife destination.

The Clarence Brown Theatre has a reputation for consistently presenting stellar productions and entertainment that showcase the talents of the students at the University of Tennessee. The group is always on the lookout for talent that will help with their latest endeavors both on stage and off; auditions are regularly held and are open to students and locals as well. Some of their recent productions include Moonlight and Magnolias, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play and Tartuffe, just to name a few. Theater-goers in Knoxville know that they can always count on seeing a great show when they take their seats at the Clarence Brown Theatre.

Peek into what life was like Appalachian style when you visit the Museum of Appalachia. More than just a museum, this Appalachian mountain village brings history to life over its impressive 70 acres. Highlights include a chapel, barns, cabins, and even a schoolhouse. You'll also see artifacts and other items like handcrafted instruments that were used to accomplish everyday tasks that we take for granted. Located less than a half hour from Knoxville, this historical excursion is worth the drive.