Thrill The World Knoxville

Learn the dance. Join the zombies. Be part of Knoxville’s annual celebration of dance, community, and wonderfully undead fun.

Next performance

Saturday, October 24, 2026
6:00 PM

Market Square
Downtown Knoxville

Everyone is welcome

Anybody can be a zombie.

No dance background required. Learn at your own pace, come to free practices, and perform with the Knoxville horde.

Use the official step-by-step lessons and downloadable dance script.

Join our friendly, free Knoxville rehearsals and learn with the group.

Zombie up, meet the horde, and dance with us at the annual event.

Knoxville tradition

For more than fifteen years, Knoxville dancers, families, and friends have gathered to learn the iconic choreography and perform together.

Explore our event history and watch performances from across the years.

Ready to start?

All you need is a little practice and a willingness to have fun.

Knoxville comes alive each fall as dancers of every age learn the moves, become zombies, and perform together.

Learn about the worldwide celebration and find official event resources at thrilltheworld.com.

Thrill The World Knoxville performs a modified version of Michael Peters’ original choreography.