Category: Events

Stay updated on Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge events! Explore our blog for local festivals, car shows, and holiday fun.

30th Annual Shades of the Past Rod Run

For twenty-nine years now, Pigeon Forge, TN, has played host to one of the most impressive and exciting car shows in the South. This year, September 7th through 9th, hot rods, along with custom, classic and muscle cars will roll into town to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Shades of the Past Rod Run at Dollywood’s Splash Country. For lovers of shiny chrome, deep throttling engines and pristine paint, it is an event not to be missed. Throughout the weekend, thousands of amazing cars (through model year 1972) will compete in categories including Best of Show, Best Street Rod, […]

15th Annual Taste of Autumn

Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is a favorite of travelers for a number of reasons. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most beautiful and most visited parks in the world. Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have more shows and family entertainment than you can fit into a week, and the outlet malls are close by and full of great deals. But one of the best parts of Gatlinburg, and the thing that keeps locals happy and visitors coming back for more, is the food. At the 15th annual Taste of Autumn, visitors and locals alike can keep both their stomachs […]

The 8th Annual Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival

One of the great things about Gatlinburg is the strong presence of art and music all year long. The arts are an important way not only to bring in visitors, but also to preserve the rich history of the area. Since the 1940s, the Smoky Mountains have been home to the largest concentration of artisans in the United States. And with each festival – be it the summer Fine Arts Festival, the fall Craftsmen’s Fair or holiday craft shows – comes a greater appreciation for,  and stronger following of, the Smoky Mountain arts movement. On Labor Day weekend, the 8th […]

Restaurants and Stores Celebrating Freedom in August

Yesterday I mentioned Pigeon Forge attractions and theaters celebrating freedom during August with special offers! This discount program provides discounts to veteran and active-duty military personnel, firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians. All you have to do to benefit is bring proper identification and proof of service. It’s just a small thank you for all you’ve done for us! Here is a list of participating Restaurants and Stores: Restaurants   Alamo Steakhouse will be offering their delicious steaks and other foods at 15% off of your lunch or dinner!   Arby’s at 3625 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, is […]

Pigeon Forge Celebrates Freedom

August 1-31, 2011, Pigeon Forge is Celebrating Freedom! This is a discount program that will run for the month of August, giving discounts to veteran and active-duty military personnel, firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians. All you have to do to benefit is bring proper identification and proof of service. You have given so much for us; this is just a small thank you! Here are a list of participating Attractions and Theaters: Attractions Firehouse Golf: Firehouse golf is in the heart of Walden’s Landing. It features 36 holes of putt-putt, 6-waterfalls, and tons of family fun!! To […]

Get Involved in the Smokies

The Great Smoky Mountains are ideal for leisure, relaxation, and viewing nature. But that’s not all there is to do here. Whether you’re a runner, a biker, or something in between, there is sure to be an event you would enjoy watching or participating in this summer. Here are a few of the activities you can sign up for or enjoy as a spectator for the summer of 2012. Pigeon Forge Midnight 8k Road Race: On august 4, a group of runners and walkers will be assembling for the annual Pigeon Forge Midnight 8k. This race has a unique starting […]

Free Entertainment on the Parkway

So you are enjoying a nice vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains, and you want to be entertained as much as possible. But the reality is, entertainment costs money and the economy has most of us on a fairly tight budget. No fear! Gatlinburg is a great place to vacation on a tight budget for reasons like this: Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales! From June 15 through August 11, 2012, Parkway in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is the place to be for FREE entertainment. Every evening there will be singing, dancing, and storytelling. Guests to Gatlinburg during this exciting time will meet […]

Who says Christmas only comes once a year

If you are like me, you love the Christmas season. The lights, the smell of spices and evergreen trees wafting through the air, the sounds of cheerful music, and the tastes of wonderful Christmas delights, once a year just isn’t enough, and it takes Christmas so long to get here. If you are lucky enough to be in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, during the month of July, you don’t have to wait! Christmas Place celebrates Christmas in July. The month of July is full of wonderful Christmas activities for the whole family to participate in. The fun gets started on July […]

Smoky Mountain 4th of July

So you will be spending your Independence Day celebrating in Tennessee? Congratulations! This is a great place to spend July 4th, celebrating with friends and family. There is a lot to do in the Smoky Mountain area on July 4th. We are, in fact, incredibly proud of our nation and the freedoms that have been afforded us by the sacrifices of so many. In case you want a plan of attack before heading out into the droves that will be joyfully celebrating, here are a few of the things going on in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on July 4, 2012. Patriot […]

Summer 2012 Country Tonite Events

Country Tonite Theatre (and yes that’s how you spell it) has been named “the #1 show in the Smokies” by Reader’s Choice! It is also hosts the most award-winning shows in the Smokies. Country Tonite Theatre combines country classics with new country hits and comedy that will leave you in stitches. Because Country Tonite is the only show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with child performers, it’s guaranteed to be a favorite with the kids too. Country Tonite Theatre has an exciting schedule this summer. Aside from their nightly Country Tonite performances, they also have a few special things planned. July […]

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