(As a proactive measure against COVID-19, this event has been canceled in 2020 and will return in 2021.)

The 11th annual Green Thumb Gala, a major fundraiser for the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, features silent and live auctions, garden tours, seated gourmet dinner, music and fine wines and spirits. Cocktails and silent auction begin at 5 p.m., followed by 6:30 p.m. dinner and 7:30 p.m. live auction. Attire: garden party.