Find Pigeon Forge events including Winterfest, Springfest, the Dolly Parade and more! Pigeon Forge entertainment at its finest! A great way to start planning your Smoky Mountain vacation is to check out the Pigeon Forge calendar of events. Our visitors love the Pigeon Forge car shows, concerts, festivals and parades. You will be amazed at everything that is going on!
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic – The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Sweetheart Month at Titanic Pigeon Forge - Experience love the entire month of February as we tribute romance and lasting love of couples everywhere.
Smoky Mountain Gospel Jubilee - at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN
February Freeze 5k - The course is described as fast and flat with one incline to be aware of. It starts and ends on Butler Street across from Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge. Awards are granted for overall, age groups and Best Lit costume!
President’s Day Sidewalk Sale - Stop by to get good deals at Pigeon River Crossings.
Chetter Galloway - A storyteller specialized in African and African-American stories will perform at 6pm in the Burchfield Meeting room at the King Family Library. This free event is in observance of Black History Month.
Saddle Up! - Participants enjoy cowboy entertainment and activities. The award-winning Stories & Strings program returns. Register to experience three other concerts, a chuck wagon cookoff, and The Cowboy Dance. Finish out the event with Cowboy Church on Sunday.
Spring Spruce-Up and Expo - Stop by Pigeon River Crossing on Teaster Lane for a free admission event. 10am to 60pm on the 22nd and 23rd. 10am to 5pm on the 24th.
The Smoky Mountain Gymnastic Vacation Classic - Held at the Sevierville Convention Center. Get your tickets in advance for one day or even all three. For more information call (608) 359-5266.
4th Annual Rose Glen Literary Festival - Held from 9am to 2pm at Walters State Community College, the festival will host several local authors for signing and discussions. The event is free, but there is a luncheon with Dr. Bill Bass for $20. The luncheon’s talk will be about the case of Colonel Shy, the Civil War officer to whom we can accredit the University of Tennessee Body Farm.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Southeastern Select Alpaca Show - Held at the Sevierville Events Center. This free event will allow you to meet Alpacas up close and learn all sorts of information about the use of their fibers!
5th Annual Pirate’s Ball - The Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic, Inc. host this event at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. This event will feature live music, dancing, food and drinks. For more information call (865) 774-7684.
Winter Carnival of Magic - at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Each year the three day convention features several lectures, a dealer’s room, a close up competition, a stage competition and two evening shows.
Gatlinburg’s Improv Fest - Held at Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre. Call (865) 325-9712 for more information.
Athletic Competition - The Encore Competition for Cheerleaders will be held at the Sevierville Events Center and the “Wilderness at the Smokies” Resort. It is a two day event.
Smoky Mountain Springfest - Marks the beginning of springtime throughout the Smoky Mountains. Experience the brightest spring blooms and buds. Celebrate the melting of snow and the arrival of green grass and home-spun spring-themed events and activities. Smoky Mountain Springfest is March 12 – June 2, 2013.
A Mountain Quiltfest - Each year Quiltfest welcomes over 20,000 visitors from around the country to the Pigeon Forge area. Quilting enthusiasts bring their work to Pigeon Forge and compete in a world-renown, multi-category quilt show.
14th Annual Smoky Mountain Boogie - It will be held at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center. For more information call Gerry Anders at (865) 456-7997
Biltmore Festival of Flowers - Biltmore’s gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, are alive with color as spring arrives. March 21 – May 19. Enjoy special events and the beauty of tulips, azaleas, and countless other flowers duringFestival of Flowers.
Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show - Unique handcrafted gifts and products produced by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are placed on display and offered for sale as they host their annual Easter show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
A Visit with the Easter Bunny - at The Incredible Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge, TN The Easter Bunny will be available for photographs and sharing candy with children. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Easter Sunrise at Ober Gatlinburg - A 30-40 minute mountain top service led by local pastors of the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association. Enjoy a free Gatlinburg tram ride to the mountain top beginning at 5:45 am. Service begins at 6:30 am. Complementary parking at the resort for those who prefer to drive rather than ride the tram. A breakfast buffet will be available at the Ober Gatlinburg Restaurant from 7:15 am - 10:30 am.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Biltmore Festival of Flowers - Biltmore’s gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, are alive with color as spring arrives. March 21 – May 19. Enjoy special events and the beauty of tulips, azaleas, and countless other flowers duringFestival of Flowers.
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament - open to adults or children. This is the largest trout tournament in the Smoky Mountains. For information, call (865) 661-3474 or email Rocky Top Outfitters at rockytopoutfit@aol.com.
Loretta Lynn - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. Her music has confronted many of the major social issues of her time, and her life story is a rags-to-riches tale familiar to pop, rock and country fans alike. Some of Loretta’s classics include “You Ain’t Woman Enough (To Take My Man)”, “Don’t Come Home A’ Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)”, and “Fist City.” Tickets on sale February, 2013.
Welcome Home Vietnam - This week presents multiple opportunities to remember those who fought bravely in the Vietnam War. Take the family to see the parade on the 16th down the Pigeon Forge Parkway. For complete information call (304) 485-8687
The 6th Annual Mountain Man Memorial March - scheduled for 19-20 April in Gatlinburg TN. One of the largest Gold Star Family recognition ceremonies in the southeast. The Mountain Man Memorial March begins on Friday, April 19th at 8:00 pm. in front of Ripley’s Aquarium where the Gold Star Family Ceremony will take place. For more information on the marathon, half or 10k contact Lee Dalton at information@mountainmanmemorialmarch.com
Spring Grand Rod Run - in Pigeon Forge, TN. Although the hotel itself will be closed at the time of the Spring Grand Rod Run, the event will be based at The Grand Resort Convention Center and hotel grounds. Call 1 -800-241-4444 for more information.
Music of the Mountains – A free festival that shares the music traditions of the Southern Appalachians at the Sugarlands Visitor Center from 10am to 4:30pm.
Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage - an annual five-day event in Great Smoky Mountains National Park consisting of a variety of wildflower, fauna, and natural history walks, motorcades, photographic tours, art classes, and indoor seminars.
Earth Day 5k - Celebrate the Earth with this Gatlinburg 5k. This 2nd annual run/walk will benefit the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s initiatives in education and green program. The course starts and finishes at the Food City Shopping Center. For more information contact Jennifer Burke at (865) 439-0505.
Princess Tea Party at Titanic Pigeon Forge - Space is very limited, and reservations are required. Call 1-800-381-7670.
Preserving the Mountain in Me 5k run/walk - Held by Keep Sevierville Beautiful, this event features the 5k and a 1 mile kids’ fun run. Rewards are for the overall top 3 male and female along with age divisions.
Yellow Mustang Car Show - located at The Inn at Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Smoky Mountain Antique Toy and Pedal Car Show - Smoky Mountain Antique Toy & Pedal Car Show, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily,Country Cascades Hotel Between red lights 3 & 4( behind TGI Fridays. 204 Sharon Dr.) Contact Dennis Sapp (828) 231-7442. Hundreds of antique toys and Vintage Pedal cars on display and for sale. Something for everyone. FREE Admission & FREE Parking.
Biltmore Festival of Flowers - Biltmore’s gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, are alive with color as spring arrives. March 21 – May 19. Enjoy special events and the beauty of tulips, azaleas, and countless other flowers during Festival of Flowers.
28th Annual Dolly Parade - The one and only Dolly Parton rides atop a spectacular float as the Grand Marshal of her annual namesake parade. Join the merriment at 6:00 pm on the Parkway as festive floats, marching bands, and local celebrities pass by.
Shrine FunFest Parade - 9:00 am on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge, TN
Mountain Momma Women’s Only Half - The women’s only half marathon, accompanied by a family 5k, will occur in Sevierville. For more information contact Denny Marshall at (423) 902-4659.
Annual F-100 Supernationals & All Ford Show - located at Grand Hotel & Convention Center. For more information, call (865) 465-9644 or visit www.f100supernationals.com.
Chevy Classics Car Show - located at The Inn at Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge.
Bloomin’ BBQ and Bluegrass - Enjoy great food and world-class bluegrass music in downtown Sevierville, TN.
Sevierville Triathlong and Splash & Dash with Friday Night 5k - Concerts surround the events creating a unique atmosphere. Start the weekend out with the 5k Friday night at 7pm and follow through with the triathlon at 7:30am Saturday or the Splash and Dash at 11am. The course uses the Sevierville Greenway, Smoky Mountain Children’s Home roads and the sidewalk along Park Road. Don’t forget to stop by the Bloomin’ Barbeque fest when you are done! For more information contact Kevin Mahan at (888) 728-7879.
Cosby in the Park – A celebration of Southern Appalachian culture, with music, hikes and demonstrations of blacksmithing, quilting, corn shuck dolls and crafts, old time toys, natural foods and medicinal plans and other folk arts.
“Roots & Boots” Tour: Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie, and Sammy Kershaw - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. Enjoy an evening filled with stories and songs, getting back to the roots of their music. Tickets on sale February, 2013.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800)381-7670.
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge - See some of the most gorgeous Pontiacs around. Be sure to attend the 13th Annual show June 7-9, 2013.
All Chevy Supernationals - located at Grand Resort & Convention Center. For more information, call (423) 465-5855.
T. Graham Brown and Jimmy Fortune - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. T. Graham Brown has had tons of hits including “I Tell It Like It Used To Be” and “Wine Into Water”. Jimmy Fortune toured with The Statler Brothers for 21 years. He wrote the group’s hit, “Elizabeth” and followed that with two more number one hits, – “My Only Love” and “Too Much On My Heart”. Jimmy is now having a very successful solo career. Tickets on sale February 2013.
Women’s Work Festival at the Mountain Farm Museum – Learn about women’s roles in creating and maintaining a mountain home. View demonstrations of open hearth cooking, spinning or sewing, corn shuck dolls and more.
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales - a special time in Gatlinburg, TN featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans performing throughout the streets.
Tanya Tucker - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. One of the very few females of the “outlaw” country movement, she holds a Grammy award, two Country Music Association awards, Two Academy of Country Music awards, and three CMT Awards. Hits include “Delta Dawn,” “What’s Your Mama’s Name”, “Two Sparrows in a Hurricane”, and “It’s a Little Too Late.” Tickets on sale February 2013.
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Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales - a special time in Gatlinburg, TN featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans performing throughout the streets.
4th of July Midnight Parade - This is the 38th annual parade and billed as “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!” Parade starts at the stroke of midnight the night of July 3rd in order to officially begin Independence Day on July 4th.
“Stand Here” Fireworks Finale - in downtown Gatlinburg near traffic light #3 at 10:00 pm. Enjoy this grand fireworks display which is designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society.
River Raft Regatta - Most anything floatable can be entered starting at 10:00 am at Christ in the Smokies bridge on River Road in Gatlinburg. Enter to compete for top three places in these divisions: Hand-made Decorated, Floatable Object (no creativity), Small Entry (pill bottle sized), Oldest Entry, Youngest Entry, Judges Choice (or most unique), Ripley’s Believe It or Not Entry.
Patriot Festival - at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge, TN.
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair - Come to Gatlinburg Convention Center and see over 150 booths featuring some of the nation’s finest arts and crafts. Artisans demonstrate their skills offer their original artworks for sale. Enjoy live country & bluegrass. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily, Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Bobby Bare and Connie Smith - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. In addition to being a singer and songwriter, Bobby also hosted the popular television show Bobby Bare and Friends on The Nashville Network. Recently inducted into The Country Music Hall of Fame, and performing some of her classics, Connie’s hits include “Once A Day”, “Then and Only Then”, and “Ain’t Had No Lovin’” Tickets on sale February 2013.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales - a special time in Gatlinburg, TN featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans performing throughout the streets. Enjoy performers through August 11.
PigeonForge.com Midnight 8k Road Race - Visit our 8k race that starts at 11:59 pm and races down the middle of the boulevard! With a flat course that dazzles with lights, you can achieve your top time.
Kidabra - The International Association of Family & Kidshow Performers Annual Convention – Registration required. Free Kids Show periodically during convention – call for schedule. Grand Finale Public Show is Friday August 9, 2013 – 8:00 pm admission. (336) 492-7870
Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival - Each year the festival holds a Songwriting Competition where entrants will get the opportunity to showcase their music before professionals. The categories are Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Gospel/Inspirational, Pop/Rock, and Lyrics Only. The songs will be performed on the 17th during the festival!
Asleep at the Wheel and Mandy Barnett - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. Since the early ’70s, Asleep at the Wheel has been the most important force in keeping the sound of Western swing alive. This band has earned enthusiastic critical praise throughout their lengthy career. Mandy Barnett starred as country music legend Patsy Cline in the stage show “Always . . . Patsy Cline” at the celebrated Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee. Her performances were sold out nightly. Tickets on sale February 2013.
Double Dip Triathlon - The 4th year of this unique 2 pool swim triathlon in Pigeon Forge. The course encompasses 300 yards of swimming, 16.5 miles biking followed by a 5k. A mandatory triathlete meeting is at 7:15am the morning of followed by the first swimmer in the pool at 7:30am. For more information contact Kevin Mahan at (888) 728-7879.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic - The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Shades of the Past Rod Run - For more information call Dan Draper at (865) 995-2009 or visit shadesofthepast.com
Grand Fall Rod Run - in Pigeon Forge, TN. View the 2012 Fall Grand Rod Run Photo Gallery.
Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius and Lynn Anderson - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. Jim Ed then had a string of solo hits, then he teamed up with Helen Cornelius to form one of the most successful recording duos of all time. Jim Ed and Helen had an amazing string of hits including “I Don’t Wanna Have To Marry You.” Lynn Anderson’s signature tune, “(I Never Promised You a) Rose Garden”, remained the biggest selling recordings by a female country artist for over 27 years. Tickets on sale February 2013.
Mountain Life Festival at the Mountain Farm Museum – A fall harvest celebration that brings the Mountain Farm Museum to life. There will be many different demonstrations including soap, apple cider, sorghum molasses, and hominy making, music and more.
Exhibit: Children of the Titanic- The RMS Titanic sailed with 2,208 people on board – 133 of them were children. This is a year-long, exclusive exhibit in celebration of The Children of Titanic whose bravery, innocence and faith can be an inspiration to us all. For more information, please contact us at (800) 381-7670.
Circle Yer Wagens - Volkswagen Show and Swap Meet at Sevier County Fairgrounds. For more information, call (865) 453-0770.
Don Williams - Two shows: October 18 and 19 at 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge, TN. With hits such as “Good Ole Boys Like Me”, “Amanda”, “Tulsa Time”, “You’re My Best Friend” and “I Believe In You”, this member of the Country Music Hall of Fame delivers an amazing show. Tickets on sale February 2013.
Gene Watson and Jeannie Seely - 8:00 pm at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Jeannie’s recording of “Don’t Touch Me” not only hit the top of the charts, but also earned her the 1966 Grammy Award for the Best Country Vocal Performance by a Female. Performances such as “Fourteen Carat Mind,”have forged Gene Watson’s reputation as a “Singer’s Singer.” Tickets on sale February 2013.
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Holiday Homecoming – Celebrate a Smoky Mountain old-fashioned Christmas with traditional music at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.