The fan-favorite Bassmaster Classic has a rich history for being a fat cash cow for the host city. The 2019 ’Classic held in March on the Tennessee River in Knoxville maintained the tradition. In fact ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Professional bass fishing’s biggest event is returning to East Tennessee waterways next year. The Bassmaster Classic will return to Knoxville in 2023 for the second time ...

The Bassmaster Classic, known as the "Super Bowl of bass fishing," will return to Knoxville for the third time in spring 2026 after two years away. Visit Knoxville made the announcement Feb. 5, ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Bassmaster Classic is making its return to Knoxville in 2026, marking another addition to the Scruffy City’s growing sports scene. The competition was previously held in ...