KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Professional Bull Riders’ Pendleton Whiskey Velocity Tour is set to make its eighth trip to Knoxville next spring.

More than 750 tons of dirt will be brought into Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center to make way for PBR’s return to Knoxville on April 18 at 7 p.m.

It will feature 36 top riders battling to get the highest aggregate score to take home the event title. All riders will be competing for Velocity points, which contributes to the Velocity Global Standings and determines who qualifies for the season-ending Velocity Tour Finals in May.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by clicking here or by visiting the Food City Center ticket office. PBRewards Members can also call 800-732-1727 for tickets.

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