Pigeon Forge 2010 Calendar of events in the Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains
When you vacation in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains you will find plenty to do year round. While many who come to Pigeon Forge want to just relax in the hot tub or curled up by the fireplace, you have to go out and see the sights and take in the action the Smokies have to offer you.
We have listed just a few of the shows, concerts, festivals and special events in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville, Townsend, Newport and Cosby Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains national park - the family vacation destinations!
January 1 - 30
Trolley Ride of Lights - Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. $5.00 Admission (865) 436-0535 in Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
January 1 - February 28
Sevierville's Smoky Mountain Winterfest - See millions of twinkling holiday lights throughout the Great Smoky Mountains area. (888)SEV-IERVILLE (738-4378) Sevierville, Tennessee.
February 4 - 7
Winter Heritage Festival - A celebration of the history, people, and traditions of Townsend TN, Cades Cove, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
February 5
Smoky Mountain Ducks Unlimited Winter Flight Banquet & Auction - 6 pm River Plantation Events Center Advance tickets $40 single and $60 a couple (865) 428-3443.
March 4 - 6
Couples Retreat 2010 – (800)251-4444 Smoky Shadows Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
March 4 - 7
Simone’s Epic Conference 2010 – (800)251-4444. Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
March 5 - 6
Winter Carnival of Magic - 8 pm show. Call (800)792-4308 Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 6
East TN Children’s Hospital "Cutest Little Baby Face" Contest Photo Session (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 8 - 14
North American Country Music Association International (NACMAI) - Country Tonite Theatre from Monday - Saturday competition free to the public. Call (800)792-4308 Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
March 10 - 14
16th Annual "A Mountain QuiltfestTM" – call (865)453-8574 or visit www.mountainquiltfest.com at the Music Road Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 11 - June 7
Smoky Mountain SpringFest - Springtime in the Smokies! There's no better time to enjoy nature and festivals of all types. Throughout Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
March 11 - June 7
Smoky Mountain SpringFest - Enjoy spring decorations, mountain wildflowers and plenty of great events during Smoky Mountain SpringFest. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE.
March 12 - 14
Church of God Winterfest – Call (865)428-5787 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 13
The Diner Rats 2nd Annual Shamrock Saturday Cruisin' for Food - Bring canned or boxed non-perishable food for Sevier County Food Ministries or Wears Valley Ranch. Cruise begins at noon at Smokies Stadium and proceeds to The Diner, rain or shine. (865) 908-1904
March 13
Holly and Shamrock Parade - St. Nicholas Meets St. Patrick. 2 Saints will meet and march together in the second annual Holly & Shamrock Parade on the downtown Parkway. Free Admission. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
March 13 - 16
Celebrate Santa Claus coming to Gatlinburg! You can even see Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer, too. (865) 244-5231 in the Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
March 18 - 21
Tennessee Moose Association – Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 20
East TN Children’s Hospital "Cutest Little Baby Face" Contest Grand Finale - (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 20
THE EXTRA MILE - The Talley Trio Conference & Concert go to www.talleytrio.com or call (423)235-2916 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 20
Smoky Mountain Thunder Motorcycle & Car Show - at the Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 654-1851 in Sevierville Tennessee.
March 26 - 27
Corvette Expo & Auction - Sevierville Events Center 865-687-8303
March 26 - 27
Youth Outreach for Christ – (800)251-4444 at the Smoky Shadows Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 26 - 27
14th Annual Great Smoky Mountains GRACE Bible Conference – Call David at (423)534-8486. At the Holiday Inn Resort in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 26 - 28
Gatlinburg Screenfest features independent films and filmmakers from all over the nation at River Terrace Resort in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. (865)809-4106
March 27
Belz Annual Easter Egg Hunt – (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. March 27 - April 26 Festival of Nations – Dollywood; for more information call (800)DOLLYWOOD or visit www.dollywood.com (Closed Tuesdays and Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010) Call (800)DOLLYWOOD in Dollywood Theme Park Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
March 31 - April 3
Arts & Crafts Community Show - Free Admission to unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
April 1 - December
Arts and Crafts Exhibits and Demonstrations in the Visitor Center Exhibit Room in Townsend, TN.
April 1 - 4
Wild West Days at the French Broad Outpost Ranch. www.frenchbroadriver.com Newport, Tennessee.
April 3
Easter Egg Hunt & Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Breakfast 8 am Egg Hunt 10 am. For more information call (865)429-7373. At the Pigeon Forge Community Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 3
Herb and Wildflower Day at Townsend, TN
April 3
City Easter Egg Hunt at Newport City Park 12:00 pm. Newport Parks & Recreation (423) 623-7304 Newport, Tennessee
April 3
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast 7:30 am Newport Grammar School. Newport, Tennessee
April 3
Paws for a Cause(for the Animal Shelter) at the A&I Fairgrounds. Newport, Tennessee
April 3 - 4
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – Call Greg Ward at (865)661-3474 or visit www.smokymountaintrouttournament.com
April 3 - 4
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament - The 11th Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is open to kids and adults with multiple categories to be contested in this largest trout tournament in the Smokies. (865)661-3474 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
April 4
Easter Sunrise at Ober Gatlinburg - Soak up Easter Sunday sunrise from the top of Mt. Harrison at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort during this service sponsored by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association. Free Admission. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort Top of Mt. Harrison Gatlinburg, TN 37738
April 8
Grand Opening of Titanic Museum - 10 am Master of ceremonies, Regis Philbin of Live with Regis & Kelly in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 8 - 9
Conservative Christian Ministries 5th Annual Ladies Retreat in the Smokies – for more information call Connie Harman at (276) 964-5663 or visit www.conservativechristianministries.com at the Holiday Inn Resort Hotel in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 9
Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Spectators Welcome – Free. Call (804) 264-8663 at the Music Road Hotel & Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 9 - 10
Retreat for Christ - Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 10
5.6 Km SEAL Extreme Off-road Challenge 10:00 am start time. One distance, 5.6Km $30 includes T-shirt, pizza, bottled water, mud, sweat, exhaustion. Spectators welcome free of charge. Registration Online Only Newport, Tennessee.
April 10
3rd annual Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon - starts at 8:15 am at the Community Center and is open to anyone 15 years and older capable of swimming one-half mile, biking twenty kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. Gatlinburg Community Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee (865)436-4990.
April 10
Music of the Mountains - Great Smoky Mountains National Park presents its sixth annual event highlighted by the "Jimbo Whaley and Friends Concert" at 7 pm on Saturday, April 10 at WL Mills Conference Center. This year's one-day event begins at Sugarlands Visitor Center with free, limited-seating performances by a series of six prominent musical acts from 10 am to 5 pm. WL Mills Conference Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
April 13
Community Night – (865)453-8574 at the Pigeon Forge High School.
April 15 - 18
Community Night – (865)453-8574 Pigeon Forge High School.
April 15 - 18
GRAND SPRING ROD RUN - Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 16
Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Spectators Welcome – Free (804) 264-8663 at the Music Road Hotel & Convention Center in Pigeon Forge TN.
April 16 - 17
Under the Apple Trees. A play written by Duay O'Neil about the early days of Cocke county will be presented at Carver's Apple Orchard in Cosby starting at 7 pm. Ticket information: (423)625-9675. Cocke County, Tennessee
April 17
Mountain Man Memorial March is a 26.2-mile march in the Smoky Mountains as a tribute to our men and women in uniform. The Mountain Man March begins at 9 am on Saturday, April 17 in downtown Gatlinburg and proceeds up Hwy. 321 to Pittman Center. The marathon course includes stretches of highway and rural road in addition to rugged terrain and mountain slopes in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. (615)513-7814
April 17
Master Gardener's Event - Buy plants and get gardening tips from Sevier County's master gardeners at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-3695 in Sevierville Tennessee.
April 21 - 25
Wildflower Pilgrimage and Greener Living Expo - Enjoy the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations & classroom lectures. At the WL Mills Conference Center & various venues in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. (865)436-7318.
April 22
Gatlinburg's 8th Annual Ribfest & Wings festival - Features extended hours (5 to 9 pm, with food sampling starting at 6) and loads of atmosphere as the Parkway transforms into a Street Fair between Traffic Light 6 and Riverside Motor Inn/Reagan Terrace Mall in Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
April 23
Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Spectators Welcome – Free (804) 264-8663 at the Music Road Hotel & Convention Center in Pigeon Forge TN.
April 23 - 24
Under the Apple Trees. A play written by Duay O'Neil about the early days of Cocke county will be presented at Carver's Apple Orchard in Cosby starting at 7 pm. Ticket information (423)625-9675. Cocke County, Tennessee.
April 24
Dare To Dine. Buy your tickets and take a dare - who will you eat with and what! To benefit Cocke County Leadership. Call (423)623-3008 for more information. Cocke County, Tennessee.
April 24
The Diner's Spring Fling Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in - (865)908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
April 25
Under the Apple Trees. A play written by Duay O'Neil about the early days of Cocke County will be presented at Carver's Apple Orchard in Cosby starting at 3 pm. Ticket information: (423)625-9675. Cocke County, Tennessee
April 30 - Mat 2
RUMBLE IN THE HILLS Motorcycle Rally - Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 30 - May 1
Spring Festival and Old Timers Day at Townsend, TN
May 1
Whitewater Rafting on the Pigeon River (Season Begins) Cocke County, Tennessee
May 1
Something To Crow About Spring Poultry Show at the A&I Fairgrounds Contact Ruth (865) 414-7565 Cocke County, Tennessee
May 2
Cosby Ramp Festival Contact Kathy Cody (423) 623-1009 Cosby, Tennessee
May 3 - 8
The 6th Annual Southern Gospel Music FanFair – Smoky Mountain Convention Center(205) 662-4826 or visit www.sgmfanfair.com
May 7
The 25th Annual Dolly Parade – 6 pm; for more information call (865)453-8574
May 7 - 8
GMC & Chevy Truck Show at the A&I Fairgrounds Newport, Tennessee
May 8
Relay For Life Horse Show at the A&I Fairgrounds Hosted by the Fair Association Team. Newport, Tennessee
May 8
Bi-Annual Bybee Community Wide Yard Sale. Yard sale follows along Hwy 321 and 160. Call Terry Dawson at (423) 623-6432. Rain Date May 15. Cocke County, Tennessee
May 8
Shrine FunFest Parade – 9:00 am On the Parkway – Public Welcome.
May 11 - 13
Sevierville's BBQ Boot Camp - Learn BBQing techniques from Champion BBQ Cookers during the three day BBQ Boot Camp in Sevierville, TN. Sign up for 1, 2 or 3 days of cooking. Registration is $50 per day or $125 for all three days in Sevierville, Tennessee.
May 13 - 15
The 32nd Annual F-100 Supernationals and All Ford Show – Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Facility; for more information call (423) 623-4644, (423) 623-1871, (423) 465-5855 or visit www.f100supernationals.com or the host hotel, Grand Resort Hotel at (800)251-4444.
May 14 - 16
Trout Fest - Call Little River Outfitters for more information, 865-448-9459. In Townsend, TN
May 14 - 15
Sevierville's 6th Annual Bloomin' BBQ & Bluegrass - The largest event in Sevierville! Tennessee State Championship Barbecue Cook-Off, FREE bluegrass concerts from rising stars and bluegrass legends (2010 includes Audie Blaylock, Tony Rice Unit and Dan Tyminski), kids games, great food and authentic mountain crafts. Admission is FREE. For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce (888)889-7415
May 14 - 16
Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games - 29th Annual Scottish clans meeting featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment, whiskey tasting, food & merchandise vendors. Mills Park in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
May 15 - 16
Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival - Free Admission to a family oriented fine arts festival featuring juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music on Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza and River Road. In Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
May 15
Cosby in the Park at Cosby Campground. Opening at 10 am at the Amphitheater. Demonstrations, traditional music, nature walks and more. A celebration of culture and heritage. Great Smoky Mountains national park Cosby Section.
May 15
Lion's Club Horse Show at the A&I Fairgrounds. Newport, Tennessee.
May 16
Lions Club Horse Show 6:00 pm at the A & I Fairgrounds Contact Jack Suggs (423)623-3918 Newport, Tennessee.
May 21 - 22
Relay for Life – Call Robin Kurtz at (865)908-5789 or visit www.relayforlife.org/seviertn at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
May 22
ETGBA Spring Poultry Show at the A&I Fairground. Newport, Tennessee.
May 22
The Diner's Loves of Your Life Cruise In - Open car show and cruise (865) 908-1904 in Sevierville, Tennessee.
May 27 - 29
Relay for Life at A & I Fairgrounds Contact Tina Kilgore: (423)608-7554 Newport, Tennessee.
May 28
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra in Concert - Country Tonite Theatre (800)792-4308 or visit firstclassconcerts.com
May 28 - 30
Family Fest In The Smokies - Bill & Gloria Gaither present the 20th annual Family Fest in the Smokies in Gatlinburg Convention Center. Three days of performances by all your favorites. Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
May 28 - 30
AdventureCon, Pop Culture & Collectable Expo - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call (800)251-4444.
May 28 - 31
Belz Sidewalk Sale – For more information call (865)453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com
May 29
Brushy Mountain Bear Club Picnic 11 am Del Rio Nature Center. (423)487-5491
May 30
Annual Bear Hunters Picnic. Contact Vaughn Burgin, Bear Club President, at (423)487-5491
June TBA
Springtime in the Smokies - To benefit American Red Cross. Call (423) 623-6133. LaRue Myers Park in Parrottsville.
June 4 - 5
Ponitacs in Pigeon Forge – Classic Car Show – Music Road Hotel & Convention Center; for more information contact (865)379-9595.
June 4 - 5
Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival - In Townsend, TN
June 5 - 7
Norton's Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market - Sevierville Events Center (865) 436-6151 in Sevierville Tennessee.
June 10 - 12
Dumplin Valley June Fest - Top Bluegrass artists in a 3 day festival. (865) 397-7942 in Sevierville Tennessee.
June 10 - 12
The 19th Annual Smoky Mountains Storytelling FestivalTM - TBD; for more information call (865)453-8574 or visit www.mypigeonforge.com/storytelling
June 10 - 12
Parker's Greatest Knife Show - Large-scale collectable knife show at Sevierville Events Center (423) 892-0448 in Sevierville Tennessee.
June 10 - 13
Belz Truckload Sale – (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 11 - 13
All Chevy Supernationals – Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Facility; for more information call (423) 623-4644, (423) 623-1871, (423) 465-5855 or visit www.autoshows.cc or the host hotel, Grand Resort Hotel at (800)251-4444.
June 11 - August 1
KidsFestTM - (800)DOLLYWOOD in Dollywood Theme Park Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 11 - 12
Cub Scout Day Camp at the A&I Fairgrounds. Newport, Tennessee
June 11 - August 7
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales - All summer long hear tales, mountain music, and learn the lore of the Smoky Mountains on the sidewalks of downtown Gatlinburg. Fourteen acts nightly. 5 - 10 pm. Free Admission. In Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
June 15 - 20
Music City Gospel Showcase – (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 16 - 20
ChristyFest in Townsend, TN
June 17
Annual Christy Fest trip to Del Rio. To register contact the Tourism Office at (423) 625-9675.
June 18
Roy Clark in Concert - (800)792-4308 or visit firstclassconcerts.com at the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 19 - 20
24th Annual Moonshine Rod Run at the Newport City Park Contact Hard Times Car Club PO Box 1183 Newport, Tennessee 37822
June 19 - 20
Hometown Celebration at Cocke County A & I Fairgrounds Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201 Newport, Tennessee
June 19 - 20
Father’s Day Garden Party – At Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 24 - 27
Great Smoky F-100 Run – (800)251-4444 at the Smoky Shadows Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
June 26
The Diner's Cruise In Jam Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in (865) 908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
July 2
Music on the Square – (865)428-0771 Old Mill Square in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 2
Tanya Tucker in Concert - (800)792-4308 or visit firstclassconcerts.com at the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 3
The 20th Annual Patriot Festival – (865)453-8574 at the Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 3 - 4
Midnight Independence Day Parade - Gatlinburg kicks off America's Independence Day celebration with the nation's first parade, which leads off at 12 am on Saturday. Free Admission. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
July 4
Del Rio Preservation Society 4th July Celebration Contact Betty Walker (423) 623-1062 Cocke County, Tennessee.
July 4
Gatlinburg's River Raft Regatta - Gatlinburg's popular River Raft Regatta takes place at noon on Friday, July 4th, on the Little Pigeon River in Downtown Gatlinburg. Free Admission. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
July 4
"Stand Here" Fireworks Finale - Finish off the 4th in style with a magnificent fireworks show visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg! Free Admission. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
July 8 - 11
SEAA Girl’s Slow Pitch World Series – (865)717-4932 or visit www.seaayouth.com. At the Pigeon Forge City Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 16 - 24
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair Art, crafts and music lovers can find almost 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 am to 7 pm daily, Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. (865)436-7479. Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
July 20 - 25
SEAA Girl’s Fast Pitch World Series – (865)717-4932 or visit www.seaayouth.com. At the Pigeon Forge City Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 22 - 25
Belz Truckload Sale – (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
July 23 - 24
George Jones In Concert - (800)792-4308 or visit firstclassconcerts.com
July 24
Diner's Hot Nights, Cool Cars Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in (865) 908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
July 25
Fairest of the Fair Registration at A&I Fairgrounds only 3-5 pm. All other pageant registration begins August 1,2 Only Fairest of the Fair last day of registration. Aug 6, registration ends for other fair pageants at 4 pm. Cocke County, Tennessee
July 30 - August 1
Volunteer Cat Club Show – (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
August 1 - 31
Celebrate Freedom!TM - Join us in honoring America’s heroes during the entire month of August. Participating businesses offer exclusive discounts to veterans, all branches of active duty, Reserves, National Guard, retired military, law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel (ID required). For information call (865)453-8574 or(800)251-9100
August 6 - 8
TN Tax Free Weekend - Shop tax free on select items throughout Tennessee.
August 7 - 14
Cocke County Fair at A&I Fairgrounds. NO MIDWAY. Exhibit entries taken 9 am until 5 pm. Information for all Fair activities: Ruth Murchison - (865)414-7565 Libby Strange - (865)748-9958 Cocke County, Tennessee
August 7
Cocke County Fair Rabbit Show At A&I Fairgrounds. 9 am in Pavilion Area. Exhibit entries taken 9 am until 2 pm Cocke County, Tennessee
August 7
Annual Bybee Community Wide Yard Sale. Yard sale follows along Hwy 321 and 160. Call Terry Dawson at (423) 623-6432 for more info. Rain Date August 14 Cocke County, Tennessee
August 8
Fun Horse Show at A&I Fairgrounds 6:00 pm contact (423) 623-7162. Cocke County, Tennessee
August 8
Christy Homecoming Contact the Cocke County Tourism Dept. (423) 625-9675 Cocke County, Tennessee
August 8
Cocke County Fireman's Challenge at A&I Fairgrounds 6:00 pm. Cocke County, Tennessee
August 11 - 14
KIDABRA! – The Association of Family & Kidshow Performers – At the Music Road Hotel & Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
August 13 - 14
Stringtime in the Smokies, presented by The Old Mill - (865)428-0771 Old Mill Square in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
August 13 - 15
Smoky Mountain Bull Dog Club – Smoky Shadows Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. (800)251-4444.
August 20
Chubby Checker in Concert - Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Call (800)792-4308 or visit firstclassconcerts.com
August 23 - 25
The 14th Annual World Premiere Gospel Concert – Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
August 28 - 29
Annual Native American style PowWow Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Grand Entry at 10 am Sunday 11 am - 4 pm Grand Entry at Noon Everyone is welcome. Come and enjoy. If you want to learn more about the Native American culture come and enjoy this exciting event. Singing, dancing, food, crafts and demonstrations. For more information contact (865) 774-5626, Sponsored by East Tennessee Overhill Cherokee descendants. At the Smoky Mountain Visitors Center On Cosby, Corner of Highways 32 and 321 in Cosby
September 1 - October 31
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival - Fall decorations, old fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits all throughout Gatlinburg, Tennessee
September 2 - 6
Belz Sidewalk Sale – Call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
September 4 - 6
Labor Day Tent Sale – Call (800)445-3396 At Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge TN.
September 4 - 5
Del Rio Days - at the Del Rio Nature Center For information call (423) 487-5491. Del Rio, Tennessee.
September 6 - 11
Sevier County Fair - Traditional hometown fair with a midway, carnival rides, games, contests and concerts at Sevier County Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
September 10 - 11
Shades of the Past Rod Run XXVIII – Call Dan Draper at (865)995-2009 or visit www.shadesofthepast.com National Parks Resort Lodge & Smoky River Ranch in Pigeon Forge TN
September 11 - 13
Norton's Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market - at the Sevierville Events Center (865)436-6151 in Sevierville Tennessee.
September 11 - 12
Weekend Tea Party & 9-11 Memorial Events - The Diner (865) 908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
September 16 - 19
Belz Truckload Sale – Call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
September 16 - 19
Grand Fall Rod Run – (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
September 16 - 18
Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival - Enjoy three days of music from the nation's best Bluegrass musicians. (865) 397-7942 in Sevierville Tennessee.
September 17 - October 31
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival - Enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of a Smoky Mountain Harvest. Leaf looking, special events, shows, shopping and attractions make this a great time of year to visit Sevierville. For more information call 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378)
September 18
Kiwanis Kids Day at City Park presented by Newport Parks & Recreation (423) 623-7304 Newport, Tennessee.
September 22 - 25
Great Smoky Mountain Annual Auto Fest at Smokies Stadium - See a wide variety of autos, attend the swap meet and car corral, enjoy cash and prize giveaways, a Thursday night cruise in and downtown block party. Registration is limited to the first 1500 cars. Registration $30, Gate Admission $5 - Gates open am-6 pm daily (865) 850-4806 in Sevierville Tennessee.
September 23 - 26
Tennessee Moose Association – Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
September 23
The 13th Annual Taste of Autumn - Enjoy live entertainment, live auction with a cash bar and Sample signature dishes from the area's finest restaurants. Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. At the Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
September 24
Country Gold Tour – Featuring Leroy Van Dyke, Rex Allen, Jr. and Moe Bandy in Concert - At the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. (800)792-4308
September 24 - 25
Fall Heritage Festival and Old Timers' Day - In Townsend, TN.
September 24 - 27 & 29
Centerview Ruritan Hayride Rides start at dark & tickets sold until 10 pm for additional information contact Terry Dawson (423) 623-6432. Newport, Tennessee.
September 25
The 7th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day – (865)428-0771 Old Mill Square in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
September 25 - 26
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament - The 11th Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is open to adults or children - and equally challenging for both visitors and locals, with multiple categories to be contested in this largest trout tournament in the Smokies.
September 25 - 26
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. For more information call Greg Ward at (865)661-3474 or visit www.smokymountaintrouttournament.com.
September 30
Old Timey Night on the Courthouse Lawn Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201 Newport, Tennessee.
October 1 - 30
National Gospel and Harvest Celebration – (Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays) (800)DOLLYWOOD in Dollywood Theme Park Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 1 - 31
The 14th Annual Pigeon Forge HarvestFest – Call (865)453-8574 or (800)251-9100.
October 1 - 2
The 31st Annual Circle Your Wagons VW Show - Sevier County Fairgrounds (865)654-8009 in Sevierville Tennessee.
October 2 - 30
Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – (865)909-3446. At Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 2 - 3
Annual Harvest Street Festival Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201 in Newport, Tennessee.
October 2 - 3
Robert Tino's Smoky Mountain Homecoming - Located at the Robert Tino Gallery and Farm off Hwy 66, next to Buddy's BarBQ. Smoky Mountain Homecoming unveils Robert Tino's latest mountain print. This event will feature two days of art, bluegrass music, storytelling, mountain crafts and displays, kids games, petting zoo and pony rides, kids art classes, antiques, and a farmers market. Admission is free. (865) 453-6315 or 1-800-675-6961
October 7 - 23
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - $6 Admission with more than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artists demonstrating on site, selling art. Live music. Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
October 8 - 11
Belz Sidewalk Sale – Call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 8 - 9
Parrottsville Heritage Days Chili cook-off on Friday, Festival on Saturday. Parrottsville City Hall (423) 623-9380
October 11 - 13
Gloryfest Senior Adult Conference - (866)739-2123 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 15 - 17
Rocky Top Cat Club – Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 15 - 17
"On Cosby" Festival - Cosby, Tennessee. Call Bettye Carver (423) 623-8791
October 15 - 16
Corvette Expo and Auction - Sevierville Events Center (865)687-8303 in Sevierville Tennessee.
October 21 - 24
Belz Truckload Sale – Call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 22
The Nashville Legends Show – Featuring Bill Anderson, Jim Ed Brown and Helen Cornelius in Concert (800)792-4308 Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 23
The Diner's 7th Anniversary Cruise In - Open car show and Cruise In - (865)908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
October 25 - 30
Samoyed Club of America, Inc. National Specialty Dog Show - Call (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 22
The Nashville Legends Show - Featuring Bill Anderson, Jim Ed Brown and Helen Cornelius in Concert in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 28
Belz Annual Halloween Egg Hunt – 6:00 pm call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 28
The 10th Annual Safe Halloween Celebration (Trick or Treat) - Hosted by the City of Pigeon Department of Parks and Recreation (865)429-7373. At the Pigeon Forge Community Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
October 30
Navy SEAL Extreme Off-Road Challenge "The most unique running and fitness event in Tennessee!" A 5.6 KM off-road trail run competition involving steep climbs, obstacle course challenges, mountain tops, ponds, muddy creek beds, rope climbs, and more. Come prepared to get muddy, sweaty, dirty, and tired! Starts at 10:00 am, Call Dan Schreder to register (423) 200-9935
October 31 Halloween Trick or Treat at the Track presented by Newport Parks & Recreation (423) 623-7304
November 4 - 5
MLC Ladies Conference & Retreat – Advance Registration Required (706) 226-3312. Music Road Hotel & Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
November 4 - 6
Chosen Ladies Conference Hosted by Watts Bar Church of God - (800)251-4444 At the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
November 5 - 6
Genealogy Conference - Historic walking tour of downtown Sevierville, special heritage preservation presentations and a dinner gala. (865) 908-7988
November 6
The Diner's Veterans Day Cruise In - Open car show and Cruise In - (865)908-1904 in Sevierville Tennessee.
November 6 - January 1
Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival – (Operating days vary. Closed November 25, December 24 & 25, December 31)call (800)DOLLYWOOD in Dollywood Theme Park Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
November 6
2nd Annual Chili Cook-off, sponsored by the Leadership Cocke County Class of 2010. Taster Tickets - $10.00 or two for $15. 1 pm - 4 pm at the City Park in Newport, TN.
November 8
Sevierville's Winterfest Kick Off Music, Lights & Magic - Free food, local entertainment, kids' games and fireworks make this event fun for everyone! The evening wraps up with "flipping the switch" on the area's first Winterfest lights. (888)738-4378.
November 8 - February 28
Smoky Mountain Winterfest - Enjoy millions of twinkling lights throughout the Great Smoky Mountains area. Winterfest in 3D Glasses are available at the Sevierville Visitor Center on Hwy 66 while supplies last. These glasses help you see Winterfest in a whole new light as every point of light shifts into a snowflake. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378)
November 9
The 21st Annual Winterfest Kickoff – (865)453-8574 at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
November 10 - 30
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights – (6:30 pm Monday through Friday only) $5 Call Trolley Office at (865)453-6444 for reservations and departure times. Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
November 10 - February 28
Gatlinburg Winter Magic - The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays from November through February. Throughout Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
November 10
Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cook-off - The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm from 5 to 8 pm on the Downtown Parkway by turning on over three million lights. Enjoy live entertainment by the Marvelettes, sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses. Spectacular fireworks at dusk during the opening ceremony are sponsored by Mountain Rentals of Gatlinburg. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
November 11
Veteran's Day Celebration - Join Gatlinburg in saluting America's veterans. Stirring musical tribute on the Ripley's Aquarium Plaza Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
November 11 - 14
Belz Sidewalk Sale – Call (865)453-7316 Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
November 12
Ronnie McDowell & Billy Joe Royal in Concert - (800)792-4308 Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
November 13
ATVA National Banquet & Awards - (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
November 13 - 15
Norton's Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market - Sevierville Events Center (865)436-6151 in Sevierville Tennessee.
November 19 - 21
Turkey Strut Square Dancers Weekend - (800)251-4444 at the Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
November 20
Tellebration – In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee call (865)453-8574.
November 21
Pigeon Forge Community Chorus Holiday Concert in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (865)453-8574.
November 23 - 27
Festival of Trees - Festival of Trees and weekend performances of a holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg. WL Mills Conference Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
November 23 - 30
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Arts & Crafts Show - Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Free Admission. Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
November 27 Newport Christmas Parade - Christmas in the Smokies. 2 pm - 4 pm and begins at Cocke County High School goes to Downtown Newport. Contact Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce at (423) 623-7201.
December TBA
Christmas Tree Lighting and Memorial Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201
December TBA
Del Rio Preservation Society Christmas Tree Lighting & Memorial. For information on senior and youth programs, camps, and athletic leagues call (423) 623-7304.
December 1 - 31
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights – (6:30 pm Monday through Friday only) $5 Call Trolley Office at (865)453-6444 for reservations and departure times. Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
December 1 - 5
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Arts & Crafts Show - Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual holiday show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
December 3
Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade - The City of Gatlinburg and Land O' Lakes Half & Half invite you to bundle up and generate a spirited dose of holiday cheer and soak up Gatlinburg's 35th annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade at 7:30 pm on Friday, December 4 including marching bands and giant helium balloons taking to the streets. Free Admission. Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
December 3
Christmas in the City - Opening ceremony at 5:30 pm at the corner of Highway 321 and 25/70. Downtown Newport businesses' open house, Living Nativity at First Baptist, Santa Land at City Hall, entertainment all evening. Join us for this holiday celebration. Contact Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201
December 4
Sevierville's 48th Annual Christmas Parade - A traditional hometown parade with baton twirlers, pageant winners, marching bands and floats leading up to the appearance of the Grand Marshal - Santa Claus! (888)SEV-IERVILLE (738-4378) Parade begins at 11 am and can best be viewed on Forks of the River Parkway and Court Avenue in historic downtown Sevierville, TN.
December 7
Tree Lighting Ceremony – 865)429-7373 Pigeon Forge Community Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
December 9 - 11
Parker's Greatest Knife Show - Large-scale collectable knife show at Sevierville Events Center (423)892-0448 in Sevierville Tennessee.
December 29 - 31
Exit Winter Conference - (800)251-4444 Smoky Shadows Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
December 29 - 31
Xtreme Youth Conferences – (800)251-4444 Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
December 31
The 29th New Years Eve Extravaganza – (800)251-4444 Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
December 31
New Year’s Eve Celebrations - (865)453-8574 (800)251-9100. Various Venues in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Past 2009 events in the Great Smoky Mountains
January 1 - 16
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights. Call Trolley Office for reservations at (865) 453-6444 tickets are $5.00 per person. Trolley departs at the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Pigeon Forge, TN
January 9 - 10
National Fishing Lures and Collectable (615) 449-5431 Show is at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN
January 10 - 17
19th Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week (865) 429-7350 at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN
January 13
3rd Annual AppalachiaFest at the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN
January 17 - 19
The Edge Student and Leader Conference in Pigeon Forge, TN For more information call (800) 251-4444
January 26 - 27
Tennessee Winter Special Olympics. Watch and cheer as Special Olympics athletes compete for the gold in their annual Winter Olympics day at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort
February 5 - 7
Trinity Assembly SSCC Pigeon Forge, TN For more information call (800) 251-4444
February 5
Storytelling Evening with Ed Stivender at the Pottery House Café in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
February 5 - 8
The 2009 Winter Heritage Festival. A celebration of the history, people, and traditions of Townsend TN, Cades Cove, Tremont and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
February 6
Southern Exposure Competitions Entertainment Compete or just watch as skiers and snow boarders take to the slopes for an afternoon of competition! At the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort
February 19 - 22
9th Annual Saddle Up! At the Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
February 19 - 20
The 4th Annual Western Jamboree at Tennessee Shindig in Pigeon Forge, TN (888) 908-3327
February 19
Cowboy Symphony At the Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
March 5 - 7
Couples Retreat 2009 SSCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
March 5 - 8
Simones Epic Conference 2009 GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
March 5 - 7
Winter Carnival of Magic Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 792-4308
March 7 - 8
Cutest Little Baby Face for the East TN Children’s Hospital at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
March 8
Lawn Mower Pull at 1 pm at the A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County Contact Larry Holt (423)-237-8032
March 9 - 15
North American Country Music Awards At the Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
March 11 - 15
15th Annual "A Mountain Quiltfest" at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center In Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
March 11 - June 7
Gatlinburg SpringFest. No better time to enjoy the Smokies that springtime! Enjoy celebrations all throughout Gatlinburg
March 13 - 15
Gatlinburg Screenfest Join us for the city of Gatlinburg's first annual film festival, will feature independent films and film makers from all over the nation. held at the River Terrace Resort (865) 809-4106.
March 16 - 18
Celebrate Santa, Santa Claus is coming to Gatlinburg! And Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer, too. It's the biggest convention of jolly old elves you can imagine! held at the Gatlinburg Convention Center (865) 244-5231
March 16 - 22
Southern Gospel Music Fanfare at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (205) 662-4826
March 17
The Holly and Shamrock Parade - St. Nicholas Meets St. Patrick For the first time these 2 Saints will meet and march together in downtown Gatlinburg at the first Holly and Shamrock Parade in the nation led by the All Santa Band will be playing for your entertainment, as well as high school bands, pipe and drum corps and some very unique musical groups. Comming down the street will be carriages of all sorts and even the famous Cyber Sleigh!
March 19
Nashville Suzuki Players The Nashville Suzuki Players under the direction of Thornton Hill will perform 2 free concerts on Gatlinburg on Thursday, March 19 - at noon at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and at 7 pm at WL Mills Conference Center part of The Gatlinburg Convention Center (865) 430-4148.
March 21
East TN Children’s Hospital - Cutest Little Baby Face at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
March 27 - 28
Youth Outreach for Christ SSCC (800) 251-4444
March 28 - April 27
Dollywood’s Festival of Nations (800) DOLLYWOOD (Closed Tuesdays and Easter Sunday)
March 28
Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon is the 3rd annual triathlon at the Gatlinburg Community Center starts at 8:15 am Open to anyone 15 years and older capable of swimming one-half mile, biking twenty kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. (865) 436-4990
March 28
Music of the Mountains This the 4th annual event one-day event begins at Sugarlands Visitor Center with free, limited-seating performances by a series of six acts from 10 am to 5 pm on March 29. and at 7 pm at the WL Mills Conference Center part of The Gatlinburg Convention Center. The featured performer is Jimbo Whaley and Friends.
April - December
Arts and Crafts Exhibits and Demonstrations in the Townsend TN Visitor Center Exhibit Room
April 2 - 4
Legacy Network – Men’s Conference GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
April 4
The 2nd Annual Mountain Man March is a marathon 26.2-mile march in the Smoky Mountains starting at 7 am in downtown Gatlinburg and proceeding proceeds up Hwy. 321 along stretches of highway,rural road and rugged terrain to Pittman Center all in tribute to our men and women in uniform. Call (865) 974-8858.
April 4
Belz Outlets Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
April 4
Chuckwagon Gang and Friends at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (888) 319-1021
April 4
Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Pigeon Forge Community Center. Breakfast is at 8 am and the Egg Hunt at 10 am. (865) 429-7373
April 4
Herb and Wildflower Day in Townsend TN
April 5
Eastern National Cochin Meeting (poultry show) 8:00 am Contact Angie Sutton or Ruth at (865)414-8935 at A and I Fairgrounds.
April 8 - 11
Arts and Crafts Community Show in Gatlinburg. Here at the community show you will find many unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
April 12
Easter Sunrise at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. Enjoy a Easter Sunday sunrise from the top of Mt. Harrison at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort along with a service sponsored by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association.
April 16 - 19
Belz Outlets Truckload Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
April 16 - 19
Grand Spring Rod Run at the Grand Resort Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
April 17
Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center (804) 264-8663
April 17 - 19
Grand Spring Rod Run and the Grand Resort Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
April 19 - 20
Springtime in the Mountains – Downtown Festival with music, food and crafts. Contact Don Ellison at (423)623-6133
April 22 - 26
59th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage. bet you cant do it all! There will be 150 programs taking place in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures. Love nature and the Smokies? You must be here! Call (865) 436-7318.
April 23
Ribfest and Wings taking place at Downtown Gatlinburg> Enjoy greta food and live entertainment.
April 23 - 24
Conservative Christian Ministries 4th Annual Ladies Retreat in the Smokies at the Holiday Inn Resort Hotel in Pigeon Forge. For information contact Connie Harman (276) 964-5663
April 24 - 25
Gatlinburg MountainFest 2 days of down home mountain-style entertainment, food and crafts all around Downtown Gatlinburg!
April 24
Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition. Free for Spectators at Music Road Hotel and Convention Center (804) 264-8663
April 24 - 26
Gold Wings GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
April 26 St. Jude’s Bike-a-thon 10:00 am André Pratt (423)625-9379 At A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County
April 27 - September 28
Dollywood’s Festival of Nations (Closed Tuesdays and Easter Sunday) at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN (800)DOLLYWOOD
April 30 - May 3
Shrine FunFest at Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 573-1901
May TBA
Family Funfest (Natural Bridge Ruritan 423-623-9149)
May TBA
Bybee Days (Bybee Ruritans 423-623-8193)
May 1 - 2
Relay for Life at Patriot Park May 1st 2:00 pm to 2:00 pm on May 2nd in Pigeon Forge, TN
May 1
Whitewater Rafting on the Pigeon River (Season Begins)
May 2
Shrine FunFest Parade on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge, TN
May 3
Shrine Funfest at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 573-1901
May 3
Spring Poultry Show (Contact Ruth (865) 414-7565)
May 4
Cosby Ramp Festival (Contact Kathy Cody (423) 623-1009
May 8
24th Annual Dolly Parade at 6 pm in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-8574
May 9 - 10
Relay for Life A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County 6:00 pm contact Tina Kilgore at (423)623-0233
May 10
Annual Bybee Community Wide Yard Sale. Yard sale follows along Hwy 321 and 160. Call Terry Dawson at 623-6432 for more info. Rain Date May 17.
May 12 - 17
Townsend in the Smokies Spring Festival and Old Timers Day in Townsend TN
May 15 - 17
Chevy Classics Roundup – 1955, 1956, 1957 Chevy Classics Show at the Inn at Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 984-3758
May 15 - 17
Trout Fest Call Little River Outfitters (865) 448-9459 in Townsend TN for more information.
May 15 - 17
28th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games Come out to Mills Park and enjoy Highland dancing, Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment, whiskey tasting, food and merchandise vendors.
May 16 - 17
Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival Where else but in the Smokies can you find a family friendly fine arts festival? Enjoy the works of artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music on Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza and River Road in Downtown Gatlinburg.
May 17
Lions Club Horse Show Jack Suggs (423) 623-3918 6 pm at the A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County - Always 3rd Saturday of May
May 17
Cosby in the Park Cosby Campground 10 – 4 (Tourism 625-9675)
May 21 - 25
Belz Outlets Sidewalk Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
May 24
National Bank’s 50th Customer Appreciation at A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County Contact Linda Smith at (423)623-6018
May 31
Game Breeders Poultry Show 8:00 AM (A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County 8 am contact 423-623-7162)
May 31
Annual Bear Hunters Picnic. Contact Vaughn Burgin, Bear Club President, at (423) 487-5491
June 2 - 4
Total Abandonment Youth Conference GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
June 4 - 6
18th Annual Smoky Mountains Storytelling Festival at the Belle Island Village in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
June 5 - 6
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Classic Car Show at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 379-9595
June 5 - 6
Smoky Mountain Pottery Festival in Townsend TN
June 5 - 6
3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Music and Heritage Series. Free Admission 6:30 pm at the Old Mill Square in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 428-0771
June 6
Gatlinburg Old Timer's Day - The Park was our Home. Come to the Gatlinburg Inn where former resident of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park reminisce about the days before the establishment of national park. Call (865) 436-0500
June 7
East Tennessee Antique Tractor Pull and Lawn Mower Pull At the A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County 4 pm rain date June 27th Contact Larry Holt at (423)237-8032
June 12 - August 8
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales Enjoy 14 acts nightly from 5 - 10 pm on the sidewalks of downtown Gatlinburg of tall tales, Smoky Mountains lore and mountain music
June 12
Firefly Festival at the Happy Hiker in Gatlinburg, TN from 10 am - 6 pm
June 12 - August 2
Dollywood’s KidsFest™ at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN (800)DOLLYWOOD
June 13
Smith Family Theater Great Smoky Mountains 75th Anniversary Benefit Show at the Smith Family Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN (866) 399-8100
June 16
Total Abandonment Youth Conference GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
June 19 - 20
Living History Civil War Reenactment of the "Battle of Burg Hill" at Gatlinburg's Mills Park. Enjoy an accurate living history exhibition, public demonstration and a army camp setting.
June 19
Annual Christy Fan Club Trip to Christy Mission Contact Tourism (423)625-9675
June 20 - 21, 23
Annual Moonshine Rod Run at the Newport City Park (Contact Hard Times Car Club PO Box 1183 Newport, TN 37822)
June 25 - 28
Great Smoky F-100 Run SSCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
July 3 - 4
Midnight Independence Day Parade Celebrate the nations birthday with the first 4th of July Parade in the good ol' USA. Parade starts at 12:01 am in Downtown Gatlinburg
July 3 - 5
Belz Outlets Sidewalk Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
July 3
3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Music and Heritage Series. Free Admission: 6:30 PM at the Old Mill Square in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 428-0771
July 4
Gatlinburg's River Raft Regatta. Be at the Little Pigeon River in Downtown Gatlinburg at noon on Friday, July 4th for the River Raft Regatta
July 4
Stand Here Fireworks Finale. Watch a magnificent fireworks display visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg
July 4
Hometown Celebration at Cocke County A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County (Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce 423-623- 7201)
July 4
Del Rio Preservation Society 4th July Celebration (Betty Walker 423-623-1062)
July 4
19th Annual Patriot Festival at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
July 5
Community Chorus Christian Day in Pigeon Forge, TN
July 8 - 12 SEAA Girls Slow Pitch World Series at City Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 717-4932
July 12 - 15 KIDABRA! The Association of Family and Kidshow Performers Annual Convention. Registration required the Grand Finale Public Show, August 15th at 8:00 pm at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (336) 492-7870
July 12 Lawn Mower Pull for Animal Shelter at A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County Contact Laura Garcia (423)-623-7742
July 17 - 26 Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair in the Gatlinburg Convention Center Open 10 am to 7 pm daily, Sunday 10 am to 5 pm see almost 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale along with Live Country and Bluegrass entertainment. (865) 436-7479
July 20 - 26 SEAA Girls Fast Pitch World Series at City Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 717-4932
August 1
George Jones in Concert At the Country Tonite Theater in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
August 1 - 31
Celebrate Freedom!
August 2 - 12
Dollywood’s KidsFest at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) DOLLYWOOD
August 2
Tennessee Walking House Association Women’s Auxiliary At A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County (contact Diane Givens 865-932-7725)
August 3 - 8
Church of God Mountain Assembly Conference GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
August 9
Annual Bybee Community Wide Yard Sale. All along Hwy 321 and 160. Call Terry Dawson at 623-6432 for more info. Rain Date August 16
August 9
Fun Horse Show at A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County 6:00 pm contact (423)623-7162.
August 10
Christy Homecoming (Cocke County Tourism Dept. 423-625- 9675)
August 11 - 16
A and I Fair and Exhibit Entries (A and I Fairgrounds in Cocke County 423-623-7162)
August 14 - 16
Smoky Mountain Bull Dog Club SSCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
August 14 - 15
5th Annual StringTime in the Smokies at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
August 16 - 19
Total Abandonment Youth Conference GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
August 24 - 26
13th Annual World Premiere Gospel Concert GRHCC in Pigeon Forge, TN (800) 251-4444
August 30 - 31
Annual Native American style PowWow Smoky Mountain Visitors Center On Cosby, Corner of Highways 32 and 321 in Cosby Saturday 9 am - 5 pm Grand Entry at 10 am, Sunday 11 am - 4 pm Grand Entry at Noon. Learn more about the Native American culture come and enjoy this exciting events, singing, dancing, food, crafts and demonstrations. Sponsored by East Tennessee Overhill Cherokee descendent's.
September 4 - 6
Belz Outlets Sidewalk Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
September 5 - 7
Christmas Place Annual Sidewalk Sale in Pigeon Forge TN (800) 445-3396
September 11 - 12
Shades of the Past Rod Run XXVII at the National Parks Resort Lodge and Smoky River Ranch
September 15 - November 15
Fall Foliage in the Smokies: This the best time to catch the fall colors in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the Great Smoky Mountains National park.
September 17 - 20
Grand Fall Rod Run at the Grand Resort Hotel and Convention Center (800) 251-4444
September 18 - October 31
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival Throughout all pf Gatlinburg enjoy Fall decorations, old fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits.
September 19
7th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day Experience the culture of the Smoky Mountains at the Old Mill Square from 10 am - 7 pm (865) 428-0771
September 20
Kiwanis Kids Day at City Park (Newport Parks and Recreation 423-623-7304)
September 20
Shadow of Mountain Car Show at A and I Fairgrounds Contact Janet Moss (865)322-0689
September 21
Del Rio Days – Del Rio (Vaughn Burgin 423-487-5491)
September 24 - 26
13th Annual Pigeon Forge HarvestFest (865) 453-8574
September 24
A Taste of Autumn Held at the Gatlinburg Convention Center this fundraiser for the United Way of Sevier County will give you the opportunity to sample food from many of the best restaurants located in Gatlinburg. Enjoy live entertainment, live auction with a cash bar.
September 25 - 26
Townsend Fall Heritage Festival and Old Timers' Day
September 25 - 28, 30
Centerview Ruritan Hayride. Rides start at dark and tickets sold until 10:00 pm for additional information contact Terry Dawson (423) 623-6432.
September 27
Music Festival at Dib's Crossing, 3519 Cosby Highway. Grand Opening at 12:30 The line up is The Cameron's, Heavenly Grass, Locust Ridge Boys, Mountain Edge, Barry Scott and Second Wind. (423) 237-8141
October 1 - 30
Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 909-3446
October 2
Old Timey Night on the Courthouse Lawn (Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201)
October 2 - 31
Dollywood’s Music and Harvest Celebration (800)DOLLYWOOD (Closed Thursdays)
October 4 - 5
23rd Annual Harvest Street Festival (Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201)
October 8 - 12
Belz Outlets Truckload Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
October 8 - 25
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair See Artists demonstrating and buy art at more than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest artwork.
October 10 - 11
Parrottsville Heritage Days (Parrottsville City Hall (423) 623-9380)
October 17 – 19
On Cosby Festival – Cosby (Bettye Carver (423) 623-8791)
October 29
Belz Outlets Annual Halloween Egg Hunt at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
October 29
9th Annual Safe Halloween Trick or Treat Celebration Hosted by the City of Pigeon Department of Parks and Recreation at the Pigeon Forge Community Center (865) 429-7373
October 31
Halloween Fun Fest GRHCC (800) 251-4444
October 31
Halloween Trick or Treat at the Track (Newport Parks and Recreation (423) 623-7304)
November 4
Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cook off millions of winter lights will light up Gatlinburg. There will also be an award winning chili Contest and live entertainment
November 5
20th Annual Winterfest Kickoff at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 429-7350
November 6 - 7
MLC Ladies Conference and Retreat at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN (706) 226-3312
November 6 - 30
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights (Monday and Friday only at 6:30 pm). Call Trolley Office for reservations at (865) 453-6444 tickets are $5.00 per person. Trolley departs at the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Pigeon Forge, TN
November 7 - January 2
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN. Event days vary (Closed 11/26, 12/24, 12/25 and 12/31) (800) DOLLYWOOD
November 21
Tellabration (865) 429-7350
November 22
Free Community Chorus Holiday Concert
November 26
James Rogers in Concert 7:30 pm at the Smith Family Theater in Pigeon Forge TN (866) 399-8100
November 27
Belz Midnight Madness Opens at 12:00 am at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
November 29
Christmas Parade - Downtown Newport (Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce (423) 623-7201)
December TBA
Christmas Tree Lighting and Memorial (Newport/Cocke County Chamber of Commerce 423-623-7201)
December TBA
Del Rio Preservation Society Christmas Tree Lighting and Memorial.
December 1 - 23
"Singing Santa" Sing-a-long and Photos opportunities at Christmas Place In Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-0415
December 1 - 30
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights (Monday and Friday only at 6:30 pm). Call Trolley Office for reservations at (865) 453-6444 tickets are $5.00 per person. Trolley departs at the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Pigeon Forge, TN
December 11 - 13
Belz Outlets Sidewalk Sale at the Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge, TN (865) 453-7316
December 14
James Rogers in Concert 7:30 pm at the Smith Family Theater in Pigeon Forge TN (866) 399-8100
December 29 - 31
Xtreme Youth Conference GRHCC (800) 251-4444 in Pigeon Forge TN
December 31
New Year’s Eve Celebrations takes place a various venues around Pigeon Forge TN (865) 453-8574
December 31
28th New Years Eve Extravaganza GRHCC in Pigeon Forge TN (800) 251-4444
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