Signature event
Sankranthi — Harvest & Kite Day
Celebrate the harvest with bhogi traditions, sweet treats, outdoor kite flying, and family-friendly activities.
- When
- Thursday, January 14, 2027 · 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Venue
- Suttree Landing Park
- 100 Waterfront Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919
- Notes
- Outdoor event; dress for the weather. Kite supplies while quantities last.
About this event
Sankranthi brings gratitude for the harvest and the warmth of community. We gather outdoors for a relaxed afternoon with music, traditional food stalls, and plenty of space for kids to run and fly kites.
Volunteers help coordinate games and safety around the pavilion—raise your hand on the contact form if you can help with setup or cleanup.
Program highlights
Traditions & food
- Sharing of pongal / sweet treats (allergen labels at service tables)
- Brief cultural introduction for families new to the festival
Activities
- Kite flying in designated open zones with volunteer spotters
- Kids’ rangoli corner and simple craft tables
- Photo booth and community circle before sunset
Schedule
Times are planning estimates; final run-of-show is shared with registrants closer to the date.
- 11:00 AMPark meetup; hot tea and snacks
- 12:30 PMTraditional foods and group photo
- 2:00 PMKite flying and outdoor games
- 4:00 PMCleanup volunteers; event concludes