Visit Knoxville will hold the World’s Fair 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner with a nostalgic menu of food and drink served at the restaurant that operated at the Sunsphere during the fair. The surf and turf menu includes filet, lobster, sides and dessert, as well as hosted beer and wine. A cash bar for mixed drinks is available.

Highlights include a lighthearted panel discussion with local individuals, including Patricia Robledo, Sam Maynard and Jack Neely, all of whom worked at the 1982 World’s Fair. Bo Roberts, who served as president and CEO of the Fair, will greet guests, introduce the panel and be available to sign copies of his new book, “Forever Young.” The book will be included with the cost of each ticket; additional copies will be available for purchase. The night will close with a live auction at 7:30 p.m. of 1982 World’s Fair collectibles and other items donated to benefit the Sunsphere Fund.