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Pilot Light

Live music bar · Knoxville ·

Pilot Light

Live music bar · Knoxville ·
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Intimate, artist-run venue championing experimental and independent music for 25 years. Beloved by musicians and locals alike, its nightly calendars prove Knoxville’s DIY scene is alive and evolving in the Old City.

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Intimate venue championing indie and experimental music

local talent
cozy atmosphere
friendly staff
talented musicians
beer only bar
hole in the wall
no-frills nightclub
bar onsite
Google Rating
4.6 (91)
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106 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915 Get directions

$10–20

Restroom
Accepts reservations
Cozy
Trendy
Good for groups
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Information

Intimate venue championing indie and experimental music

local talent
cozy atmosphere
friendly staff
talented musicians
beer only bar
hole in the wall
no-frills nightclub
bar onsite
Google Rating
4.6 (91)
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106 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915 Get directions

$10–20

Restroom
Accepts reservations
Cozy
Trendy
Good for groups
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