Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board and card games at Yee-Haw Brewing in North Knoxville. It’s a great way to unwind, meet fellow members, and enjoy something low‑key. Bring your favorite games and be ready to teach a round or two. If you’re new to the hobby, that’s perfect — we're all beginners when it's a game we haven't played before.

Swing by after work for a drink, make new connections, network with young professionals around Knoxville, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere at Ricky's.

Join the Young Professionals of Knoxville for a meaningful evening of connection and community impact in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee! This regional mixer brings together local young professionals and current Big Brothers and Big Sisters for a chance to mingle, share experiences, and learn more about the life-changing work happening right here in our community. Hear firsthand stories from mentors, gain insight into the impact of the program, and explore ways you can get involved through volunteer opportunities.

Join YPK members to discuss this month’s book — The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown! We’ll meet at Lakeshore park (more specificity to come) so bring a lawn chair if you have one and any of your own snacks/beverages to have while we chat about the book. You don’t have to have finished the book to join, but please know that we won’t avoid spoilers!

Volunteer with YPK and Ijams Nature Center! We will be wrangling weeds with the Natural Resource Management team. We will be helping maintain trails throughout the grounds by mulching, weeding, and removing invasive species.

If you’re looking for a thriller that really beats expectations, this is the one to see. Michael dives into the life, legacy, and cultural impact of Michael Jackson with a blend of spectacle, intimacy, and emotional weight. It traces his rise, his artistry, and the complicated forces that shaped him, offering both dazzling performance recreations and a thoughtful look at the man behind the icon.

Join us at the KAM Event Center on Thursday, April 23, from 6:00–8:30 pm for our Spring GMM! Enjoy dinner + drinks, catch up with old friends and make some new ones as we play YPK Myth-Busters - maybe you'll win a prize! We will also hear from our Treasurer and President on The State of YPK - exciting things are happening this year and we want YOU to be a part of them!

Join other YPK members to watch defending USL League One champions One Knox SC take on the Charlotte Independence on a spring evening!

Enjoy one of Downtown Knoxville's hottest restaurants for brunch with your fellow YPK members! Join us for a superb brunch experience filled with great food, amazing people, meaningful connections and a relaxed atmosphere! Whether you're looking to network, catch up with friends or just enjoy a great meal, this is a great way to kick off your weekend. After brunch, stick around and take in the arts at the Rossini Festival!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee has invited YPK members to attend their 2026 Mentorship Breakfast on April 10th! Join us as we celebrate relationships that transform lives and reaffirm a simple but powerful truth: it takes a village to raise confident, capable, and resilient young people.

Welcome to the YPK Trivia Team! We try to meet once a month around town, usually at Maple Hall due to popular demand. If trivia isn't your thing, no worries! Come by and socialize--their upstairs lounge is super cozy, they have great food and reasonably priced drinks.

Join Professor Joan Heminway to explore how the strongest organizational cultures are built on a foundation of ethical leadership and robust corporate governance. Drawing on her extensive background in business law and her leadership at the Institute for American Civic Renewal, Professor Heminway examines how transparency and integrity serve as the primary catalysts for sustainable growth.

Join YPK volunteering with the KAPA Kitchen Food Pantry! The KAPA Kitchen exists to be a life changing bridge for patients experiencing food insecurities while Knoxville Area Project Access helps them navigate their health care. YPK volunteers will support the KAPA Kitchen team by organizing the Food Pantry.

YPK is hosting our March Social from 5:30–7:30 PM (and probably later), and you’re invited!

Swing by after work for a drink, make new connections, network with young professionals around Knoxville, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere at Fred’s Around the Corner.

Join YPK members to discuss this month’s book — The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie! You don’t have to have finished the book to join, but please know that we won’t avoid spoilers!

Whether you're new to the area or a longtime local, YPK 101 is the perfect opportunity to learn how Young Professionals of Knoxville can help you connect, develop, and serve in the community.

Welcome to the YPK Trivia Team! We try to meet once a month around town, this time at Yee-Haw Brewing Co. for a change in scenery. If trivia isn't your thing, no worries—stop by, connect with fellow members, and relax after the workday.

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board and card games in the upstairs lounge at Schulz Bräu — a cozy spot with good food and reasonably priced drinks. It’s a great way to unwind, meet fellow members, and enjoy something low‑key. Bring your favorite games and be ready to teach a round or two. If you’re new to the hobby, that’s perfect — we're all beginners when it's a game we haven't played before.

Spring is almost here, and there’s no better way to welcome it than getting outside! 🌿 Join us for a scenic hike at Ijams where we’ll begin our adventure on the river trail and boardwalk along the Tennessee River. We’ll then head up Tharp Trace for a rewarding overlook of Meads Quarry.

Volunteer with YPK at Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee! You'll work alongside members in either sorting, packing, labeling, cleaning, or a combination depending on the needs of Second Harvest that day. Some tasks are not food related, but aid in our effort to provide food for others. Join us for a day to support our community!

Come join YPK for our February Social from 5:30pm - 7:30pm (and probably later). Feel free to swing by after work to have a drink, meet new friends, network with other young professionals in the greater Knoxville area, and check out the cool vibes at Mother Bar!

Come check out one of the newest brunch spots in South Knoxville with your fellow YPK members! Join us for a fabulous brunch experience filled with great food, amazing people, meaningful connections and a relaxed atmosphere! Whether you're looking to network, catch up with friends or just enjoy a great meal, this is a great way to kick off your weekend!

Welcome to the YPK Trivia Team! We try to meet once a month around town, usually at Maple Hall due to popular demand.

If trivia isn't your thing, no worries! Come by and socialize--their upstairs lounge is super cozy, they have great food and reasonably priced drinks.

Join Dr. Timothy Munyon to discover how the most effective leaders bridge the gap between hard metrics and human connection. By blending his expertise in workforce analytics with the principles of organizational behavior, Dr. Munyon reveals how data can be used to foster a healthier and more inclusive team environment.

Volunteer with YPK at the Friends of the Knox County Public Library! We will be sorting book donations at their facility in the Lawson McGhee Library downtown.

Interested in board or card games? Join us for a casual interest meeting to meet other players and help shape the group for the year. We’ll do quick introductions and talk about what kinds of games people enjoy, as well as discussing schedule availability.

Of all the movie theatres, in all the towns, in all the world, you should walk into this one.

This Valentine’s Day, join us as we watch Casablanca, one of cinema’s most enduring love stories. Directed by Michael Curtiz and released in 1942, the film blends wartime tension with themes of love, sacrifice, and moral choice. Its iconic performances and timeless emotional pull have made it a classic for generations.

Join us to kick off YPK book club for 2026! In this meeting, we'll discuss the book we read over the holiday season, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab, reflect on the books from 2025, and select the book for our next meeting.

This will be a great chance to meet the fellow readers of YPK, so even if you haven't read the book or participated last year, we welcome you to join us to get a feel for how we discuss books and to help plan for the rest of the year. Just know we won't avoid spoilers in our discussion! We hope to see you there!

Come join YPK for our first Social of 2026 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm (and probably later). Feel free to swing by after work to have a drink, meet new friends, network with other young professionals in the greater Knoxville area, and check out the cool vibes at Fly By Night!

Welcome to the YPK Trivia Team! We try to meet once a month around town, usually at Maple Hall due to popular demand. If trivia isn't your thing, no worries! Come by and socialize--their upstairs lounge is super cozy, they have great food and reasonably priced drinks.