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First Knoblin Fest celebrates oddball local folklore, brings big crowds
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Forrest Sanders , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· October 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The legend of the Knoblin is based on stories from the early 1800s. The event is centered around the legend of the Knoblin, a mythical creature said to be a shape shifter.
A festival celebrating unusual folklore has drawn large crowds. The event is centered around the legend of the Knoblin, a mythical creature said to be a shape shifter. According to folklore, the Knoblin lives on Todd's Knob and has a habit of taking items like doorknobs or keys.
People would often leave offerings for the Knoblin, including corn, peaches, and apples. The legend of the Knoblin is based on stories from the early 1800s. Further details about the Knoblin and the festival can be found through original sources.
The First Knoblin Fest appears to be a unique celebration of this oddball folklore, but specific details about the event are limited.
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Category: schools Published: October 5, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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