AAF Knoxville

04/12/2026

We're looking forward to seeing you Thursday!

Join us on April 16th for a Dollywood field trip! 🤩
Learn from Tracy Long, the Director of Marketing & Development for the Dollywood Foundation about how the foundation built a global program, one book at a time! 🌍📚
👉Register before April 9th - registration includes admission to the park, a parking pass and lunch!

03/17/2026

A huge congratulations to all of our winners from the AAF Knoxville 2026 American Advertising Awards! 👏

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible talent across our local advertising community – your creativity, strategy, and hard work continue to raise the bar year after year.

Professional Winners:
Citizen Agency
Designsensory
Dickson Media & Events
Loch & Key Productions
Prisma Health

Student Winners:
Alexander Long
Delaney Kohlstedt
Ella Merkel
Lila Gsanger
Sam Brott
Sam Tugman

And a special thank you to our generous sponsors, 10News WBIR TV and LocaliQ Knox News, for helping make this event possible.

Here’s to another year of outstanding work in Knoxville’s advertising community!

03/17/2026

Knoxville advertising friends—this one’s for you.

Join Knoxville AAF this Thursday, March 19 at 5:30 PM for a casual social meetup at Kern's Food Hall. Whether you’re a member or just curious about getting involved, this is a great chance to connect with others in the local advertising and marketing community.

No agenda—just good conversations, new connections, and a relaxed atmosphere.

We’d love to see you there.

02/20/2026

🚨 Last call! 🚨

Today is your final chance to grab tickets to the AAF Knoxville Ad Awards. Join us next Thursday, Feb 26, at The Relix as we celebrate the best in local advertising talent and campaigns. 🏆

⏰ Ticket deadline is 5 PM today – don’t miss out!

02/19/2026

⏰ Only 2 days left to grab your tickets for the Knoxville Ad Awards! Don’t miss your chance—sales close at 5 PM this Friday. Head to knoxaaf.com now to secure your spot and celebrate the best in local advertising!

02/13/2026

📣 The AAF Knoxville Sam Littleton Scholarship is now open for 2026 applications!

AAF Knoxville is proud to support the next generation of creative talent through the Sam Littleton Scholarship Program. If you’re a college student in the Knoxville area pursuing a career in advertising, marketing, communications, graphic design, photography, or a related field, this opportunity is for you.

Know a student with big creative dreams? Tag them below and share the link for more details: https://www.knoxaaf.com/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=676951&item_id=2890756 🎓

02/13/2026

The work is in. The talent is undeniable. ✨

This year’s Ad Awards brought in an incredible range of submissions—smart ideas, bold creativity, and a whole lot of hard work. Now it’s time to come together and celebrate it.

On February 26, join us for a night that honors our local creative community, recognizes the projects that moved the needle this year, and pauses to remember a true Knoxville advertising legend, Charlie Tombras Jr. We look forward to gathering together to reflect on his lasting impact and celebrate the creativity that continues to shape our city.

We hope you’ll be part of this special night that celebrates where we’ve been and where we’re headed. 🎉

02/03/2026

The ideas are bold. The craft is sharp. The talent is local.

This year’s American Advertising Awards showcase the incredible work coming out of Knoxville - and the people behind it. From big wins to breakthrough moments, this is the night to celebrate what our creative community accomplished together.

Join us for an evening of recognition, connection, and inspiration.
🎟️ Tickets and tables are filling fast - save your seat now at knoxaaf.com.

01/31/2026

🎬 The spotlight’s waiting, Knoxville – are you ready?
The AAF Knoxville American Advertising Awards are back, and this is the night to celebrate the ideas, craft, and creativity that make our region shine. From bold concepts to late-night brainstorms, this is your chance to see the very best work take center stage.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of awards, connection, and celebration with Knoxville’s advertising industry – all under one roof.

🎟️ Tickets and tables are going fast – grab yours now and secure your seat in the spotlight.
The Relix | Knoxville, TN
Thursday, February 26, 2026
6–8 PM

Attend. Applaud. Connect. Let’s celebrate creativity done right here at home.