Volapalooza is an annual end-of-year tradition for both the UT and Knoxville communities.
Volapalooza strives to create a concert lineup that targets a broad demographic by showcasing various musical genres. This event features a variety of popular music acts as well as local and national vendors. Past performers have included Quinn XCII and Russell Dickerson, Lizzo with special guest Latto, Wiz Kalifa and Friends, Andy Grammer with Bishop Briggs, blackbear with Zella Day, and many more.
Details for Volapalooza 2026 will be announced soon!
Volapalooza 2025 — Past Event Details
Party in the Park
Featuring: Food Trucks, Live Music, Carnival Ride, Mechanical Bull, Henna, Permanent Jewelry, and More, while supplies last!
Location: Circle Park
Cost: FREE!
Headliner Concert
Featuring: Sexyy Red with special guests DaBaby, That Mexican OT, Cuhdeejah, and Kash & King
Location: Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center
Cost: $20 (+per order fee)
Tickets
- Sign-In to your Ticketmaster Account
- Ensure your account is up-to-date (payment information, etc…)
- Check your UT Email for an email from foodcitycenter@engage.ticketmaster.com
- Student Tickets are ONLY available with the link embedded in the Buy Tickets button in the email.
- Click the Buy Tickets button in the email to bring you back to Ticketmaster
- Click the Blue Hyperlink that says UTK Student Ticket Offer
- Enter your 9-digit Student ID number; including the 3 leading 0’s. (Example: 000123456)
- Once you purchase your ticket, your Student ID number will no longer work, it is valid for ONE ticket.
- If you get an error message regarding your Student ID number, try entering your ID number without the 0s (Example: 123456 NOT 000123456).
- Select your seat!
- Initial Available Tickets
- Extremely Limited Pit Tickets
- Seated Tickets
Frequently Asked Questions
Ticket offers will NOT be accessible if you go directly to Ticketmaster.com and searches the event.
Student ticket offers are only available via the discreet link that is sent via the email (foodcitycenter@engage.ticketmaster.com) offer.
This means if you click through the discreet link and use your student ID number to see tickets but do not purchase tickets, you can go back to the discreet link and go through the steps to access tickets again. The unique promo code will be marked as “used” within Ticketmaster once a purchase has been completed.
You may need to clear your browsing history/cache on your web browser if you click through the email more than once to access tickets.
Clear Bag Policy
Volapalooza will operate with a clear bag policy and stadium security regulations limit patrons to one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon, clear, resealable plastic storage bag per person.
Fans will also be allowed a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Wallets must also conform to this size requirement.
No other bags will be allowed inside. All items, including clear bags and clutch purses, are subject to search at the gates. No items can be left or stored at the gates.
Medically necessary items must be searched. Diaper bags are not a medically necessary item. All diaper bag supplies should be carried in a clear bag.
Become a Sponsor
Are you interested in becoming a Volapalooza sponsor? Becoming a sponsor is a great way to connect with the UT community and gain visibility at one of the year’s most exciting events.