The official Summit kickoff party, at Able Trade

Join us at Able Trade as we kick off The Maker City Summit with a celebration a decade in the making. This soirée is both a look back at the incredible growth of Knoxville’s maker community and a launchpad for the weekend ahead.

For the past ten years, The Maker City has been a home for creative entrepreneurs, artists, and small businesses to learn, connect, and thrive. This evening is our chance to honor the work, the wins, and the people who’ve built this community together.

Expect an atmosphere full of energy, conversation, and inspiration, plus a few surprises to mark this milestone year.

Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or are joining us for the first time, this celebration sets the stage for an unforgettable Summit weekend.

ALL ARE WELCOME!
Tickets are not required.

Don’t miss this.

Mayors Rogero and Kincannon are brewing a celebratory beer with Matthew at Pretentious

Interactive 10-Year timeline, created by UT School of Design students

Custom bars created by Ben Epperson & the kind folks at Able Trade

Music and spoken word performances by some Knoxville Favorites

Slide shows and all your wild, creative friends

WHERE TO FIND US

Able Trade address is 203 W. Jackson Ave. Knoxville, TN 37902. The main entrance is located at the far LEFT end of the Jackson terminal building, set back slightly from the street. If you see the colorful stairs coming down from the Gay St. viaduct you will see the door.
Parking can be found on the street or in the adjacent lot.

Special thanks to these makers whose magical forces have combined to create an incredible celebration.

Melody Ratliff, Ben Epperson, David Harman, Abby Swain, Matthew Cummings, Alyssa Maddox, Kelsi Walker, Jonathan Clark, Brent Thompson, Matt Sterling, Tuyen Ho, Courtney Hendricks, Lindsay Brine, UT School of Design, and Jondale Stratton.