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MAY 2011
1, 15, 28, 29- Lee Greenwood in Concert
Smith Family Dinner Theater. Pigeon Forge. For more information call 1-866-399-8100 or visit www.smithfamilytheater.com
1-61st Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage
Celebrate and enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors. For more information, call (865) 436-7318 ext. 222 or visit www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org. Admission
1-May 2- Dollywood’s Festival of Nations
Dollywood; for more Information call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit dollywood.com
1-June 6- Smoky Mountain Springfest
Gatlinburg and Sevierville. Join in a countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748
6- 26th Annual Dolly’s Homecoming Parade
Grand marshal Dolly Parton leads this parade, a spring tradition that features floats, entertainers, marching bands and more. 6 p.m. For more information call 865-453-8574 or visit myPigeonForge.com/parade.
7, 14, 21- Music in the Parks
For more information call 1-800-323-0974 or visit musicintheparks.com
7- Shrine FunFest Parade
Pigeon Forge Parkway at 9:00 am
7-8- Circle Yer Wagons 33 VW Show and Swap Meet
Sevier County Fairgrounds. For more information, call (865) 453-0770 or visit www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
8- Mother’s Day Recognition
The Incredible Christmas Place; for more information call 1-800-445-3396; 865-453-0415 or visit christmasplace.com
12-14- 33rd Annual F-100 Supernationals & All Ford Show
For more information call 423-623-4644, 423-623-1871, 423-465-5855 or visit www.f100supernationals.com
13-14- Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games
For the 30th consecutive year, Scottish clans will gather in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains for the Gatlinburg Scottish Highland Games at Mills Park. Daily fee. Visit www.gatlinburg.com for mountains of information
14-15- Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival
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. Free. Downtown Gatlinburg. www.gfaf.net
17-19- BBQ Boot Camp
Learn BBQing techniques from Champion BBQers and an excellent pastry chef during the three day BBQ Boot Camp in Sevierville, TN. Sign up for 1, 2 or 3 days of cooking. Call 1-888-889-7415 to register www.BloominBBQ.com.
19-20- Chevy Classics Car Show
Inn at Christmas Place; for more information call 1-888-465-9644
20-21- American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Pigeon Forge. Patriot Park; from 2 p.m. to 2 p.m. (24 hour event); for more information visit relayforlife.org/seviertn
20-21- Bloomin’ BBQ & Bluegrass
The largest event in Sevierville! Tennessee State Championship Barbeque Cook-Off, FREE bluegrass concerts from rising stars and bluegrass legends, kids games, great food and authentic mountain crafts. Admission is FREE. For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce 1-888-889-7415 or visit www.BloominBBQ.com
21- The Diner’s Love of your Life Cruise In
$$ Advance Entry Fee. Open car show with categories including: Classic Truck, Mini Truck, Classic Car, Vette, Sports Car, Classic Original, Antique, Muscle Car, Sport Compact, Late Model & Bike. Noon to 7 p.m. This cruise in will honor commitment to God, Family (especially your spouse), your car (of course), Burgers & BBQ. (865)908-1904
21- Mountain Soul Vocal Competition Finals
Vocal competition honoring the songwriting of Sevierville’s hometown girl, Dolly Parton. Finalists sing one of 3,000 songs written by Parton in the style of their own choosing (rock, rap, country, pop, etc.) Entry deadline is April 8, 2011. www.BloominBBQ.com
26-30- Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale
Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall & Shops of Pigeon Forge. (865)428-2828, (865)428-7002. www.shopsofpigeonforge.com
27-29- Family Fest in the Smokies
For 21 years Bill & Gloria Gaither have been coming to Gatlinburg with an extraordinary 3-day musical event! Admission. Gatlinburg Convention Center. www.gaither.com
JUNE 2011
2-4- Parker’s Greatest Knife Show
Large-scale collectable knife show at the Sevierville Events Center. (423) 892-0448. www.bulldogknives.org
2-5, Mountain Hounds Weekend
Ownders of retired racing Greyhounds gather in Gatlinburg to support the rescue efforts of rescue activists. Mynatt Park. Free. www.gfncmountainhounds.com
3, 18, 19- Lee Greenwood in Concert
Smith Mountain Family Dinner Theatre. For more information call 1-866-399-8100 or visit www.smithfamilytheater.com
3-4- Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge- Music Road Hotel & Convention Center
See classic Pontiacs in Pristine condition. (865)379-9595
4- Zoofari
Knoxville Zoo call (865) 637-5331 www.knoxville-zoo.org
4- Smoky Mountain Mopar Car Show
Walter State Great Smokie Mountain Expo Center (423) 318-1484; (423) 748-2231
10-12- Knights of the Pythias
Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center. For more information call 1-800-251-4444
16-19- Father’s Day Truck and Tent Sale
Shops of Pigeon Forge. (865)428-7002. www.shopsofpigeonforge.com
16-18- All Chevy Supernationals
Pigeon Forge. For more information call 423-623-4644, 423-623-1871, 423-625-5855, or visit autoshows.cc
17-Aug. 7- Kidsfest
Dollywood 1-800-DOLLYWOOD
17-Aug 13- Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales
Every evening as you stroll in downtown Gatlinburg, it is Gatlinburg’s Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales- featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying various time periods from to 1800s to today. Nearly a dozen acts involve the audience as they each perform in simultaneous ten-minute performances throughout the night. For more information contact the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-56-VISIT or visit www.gatlinburg.com for mountains of information
17- Ronnie Milsap in Concert
Country Tonite Theatre. For more information call 1-800-792-4308 or visit www.firstclassconcerts.com
18-19- Fathers Day Garden Party
Pigeon Forge. The Incredible Christmas Place. For more information call 1-800-445-3396; 865-453-0415 or visit www.christmasplace.com
25- The Diner’s June Jam
$$ Advance Entry Fee. Open car show with categories including: Classic Truck, Mini Truck, Classic Car, Vette, Sports Car, Classic Original, Antique, Muscle Car, Sport Compact, Late Model & Bike. 2 to 9 p.m. Prizes before 9 p.m. (865) 908-1904. www.thediner.biz
25-26- Arts of the Samurai Grand Nationals
Sevierville Events Center. Open to the Public. (865) 691-4088
JULY 2011
1-4- Fourth of July Sizzlin’ Sidewalk Sale
Shops of Pigeon Forge. (865)428-7002. www.shopsofpigeonforge.com
2-4- Salute to Service Members
Knoxville Zoo call (865) 637-5331. www.knoxville-zoo.org
3-4- 36th Annual 4th of July Midnight Parade
12:00 a.m. Parade starts the Nation’s very First Patriotic Tribute with Floats, Entertainment, and Balloons on the Downtown Parkway. (865) 568-4748. www.gatlinburg.com
4- 21st Annual Patriot Festival
Patriot Park (865) 453-8574
4- A Visit From Uncle Sam
At the Incredible Christmas Place. 1-800-445-3396, 865-453-0415, or visit www.christmasplace.com
4- 11th Annual Raft Regatta
Enjoy a free, unmanned, floatable object race for the whole family in the downtown Little Pigeon River. Race begins at noon. Prizes in two categories. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at Christus Gardens on River Road. Race ends at Aquarium bridge. www.gatlinburg.com
4- “Stand Here” Fireworks Finale
Independence Day concludes with a tremendous fireworks show! The skies above Downtown Parkway explode into color as the finale to a special day. 10 p.m. 1-800-568-4748. www.gatlinburg.com
4- 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza @ Smokies Stadium
7:15 p.m. (865) 286-2300
8-9- Great Southern Tractor Pull
See Tractors & Trucks from over 6 states compete against one another in different classes and try to out pull, out smart and out last the “predator sled.” (865) 453-0770. www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
15-23- Craftsmen’s Fair- Gatlinburg Convention Center
Over 180 of the finest craftspeople gifted in woodcarving, pottery, broom making, stained glass, metal work, basket weaving, calligraphy, jewelry and much more. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. For more information (865) 436-7479 or visit www.craftsmenfair.com. $6 admission. Gatlinburg Convention Center.
16- AAA Member Appreciation Day- Tanger Outlet Center
Show your card and save more. AAA will provide a special gift to members. (865)453-1053
23- The Diners “Hot Nights, Cool Cars” Cruise In
Open Cruise In. Trophies: Best of Show, The Diner Pick, The Diner Rats Big Cheese. 2-9 p.m. Games, prizes, drawings by 9 p.m. (865) 908-1904. www.thediner.biz
30- Gatlinburg United Way Shark Race
Rubber sharks are released into the Little Pigeon River at the Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens bridge to race downstream, first one to cross the finish line wins! Entry fee. Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. Call (865) 453-4261 or visit www.uwosc.org/deliv/shark.htm for more information.
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AUGUST 2011
1-31- 11th Annual Celebrate Freedom
(865)429-7350
5-7- Tax Free Weekend- Tanger Outlet Center
For back to school items, (865)453-1053
20- Feast with the Beasts
An evening fundraiser for adults benefiting the Knoxville Zoo call (865) 637-5331. www.knoxville-zoo.org
27- The Diner’s Back to School Cruise In
Open car show and cruise in. Everyone welcome. (865)908-1904. www.thediner.biz
SEPTEMBER 2011
1-Dec. 31- Old Fashioned Hayride- Gatlinburg
Enjoy a unique hayride with family or friends downtown Gatlinburg. As fall begins in the Smoky Mountains, take this fun filled hayride and enjoy breath-taking views of our beautiful mountains and Winterfest displays. Departure is at traffic light #6 at the Mountain Mall. Rides run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and leave approximately every 45 minutes. (865)436-3897.
2-5- Labor Day Sidewalk Sale
Pigeon Forge Outlet Mall, Tanger Outlet Center. (865)428-7002, (865)428-7002
3-5- Annual Sidewalk Sale- Christmas Place
(865) 453-0415, 1-800-445-3396. www.christmasplace.com
9-10- Shades of the Past Hot Rod Round-Up. XXIX- Dollywood’s Splash Country
Rods, customs and classics throughout 1972
15- 14th Annual “Taste of Autumn”
Sample signature dishes from over 30 area’s finest restaurants. Gatlinburg Convention Center. (800) 568-4748
15-17- Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival
Experience great bluegrass music at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Camping hook-ups are available. For tickets call toll free 1-888-377-9888 or (865) 397-7942 or go to www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com
15-19- Grand Fall Rod Run- Grand Resort Hotel
(865) 687-3976
15- Oct. 31- Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
A countywide celebration including cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville. Fall decorations, old fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits. Free. www.gatlinburg.com
15- Nov. 15- Fall Color in the Smokies
The marvelous colors of autumn actually light up the Smokies for seven weeks or more as the peak elevations move down the mountainsides from the highest elevations to the foothills. Great Smoky Mountains National Park. www.gatlinburg.com
22-24- The Great Smoky Mountain Auto Fest at Smokies Stadium
See autos from 1974 and before. Registration is limited to the first 800 cars. (865)850-4806 or (865)680-4193.
24- The Diner’s “Cruisin’ for the Kids” Cruise-In
Open Cruise In. Trophies will be awarded for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 9:00 p.m.). (865) 908-1904 www.thediner.biz
24-25- Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament
The 12th 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. www.gatlinburg.com
28, 30- National Gospel & Harvest Celebration- Dollywood
1-800-DOLLYWOOD
OCTOBER 2011
1-2- Robert Tino’s Smoky Mountain Homecoming
Located at the Robert Tino Gallery off Hwy 66, Smoky Mountain Homecoming unveils Robert Tino’s latest mountain print and features authentic mountain craftsmen, roving storytellers, mountain music, and antique games for the kids. Admission is free. (865) 453-6315 or 1-800-675-6961. Smokymountainhomecoming.com
6-23- Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair
Art, crafts and music lovers can find almost 200 booths featuring some of the nation’s finest wok. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Gatlinburg Convention Center. Admission. (865) 436-7479. www.craftsmenfair.com
7-10- Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale
Tanger Outlet Center (865) 453-1053
TBA- Boo! AT THE ZOO
Call for dates and times. Knoxville Zoo call (865) 637-5331. www.knoxville-zoo.org.
NOVEMBER 2011
Nov-Feb- Annual Gatlinburg Winterfest
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter with over 2 million spectacular lights. Light displays changing annually throughout the town. 1-800-343-1475
5- Dec. 30- Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival
Dollywood operating days vary. 1-800-DOLLYWOOD
5- Veterans Day Cruise In
The Diner. $$ Advance Entry Fee. Open car show with categories including: Classic Truck, Mini Truck, Classic Car, Vette, Sports Car, Classic Original, Antique, Muscle Car, Sport Compact, Late Model & Bike. Noon to 7 p.m. Cruise in will honor veterans and their sacrifice. (865)908-1904. www.thediner.biz
7-31- Sevierville Winterfest Celebration
Sevierville is transformed into a wonderland of brilliant lights, dazzling decorations and magnificent shows! For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-SEVIERVILLE.
8- Dec. 31 - Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights
Fun Time Trolley Station @ Patriot Park 6:30 p.m. (Mon-Fri except Dec 25) call (865)453-6444 for reservations.
9- 22nd Annual Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cook-Off
Join the City of Gatlinburg as we kickoff Winterfest with over two-million twinkling lights, live entertainment and a magnificent fireworks display. Sample chili recipes from our area restaurants and businesses. Downtown Parkway. Admission. www.gatlinburg.com.
9- Jan. 30- Winterfest Trolley Rides
Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Gatlinburg’s spectacular Winterfest lighting displays. Admission. (865) 436- 0535 or www.gatlinburg.com
11- 11th Annual Veteran’s Day Celebration
Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. www.gatlinburg.com
21-25- Gatlinburg Festival of Trees
Dozens upon dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees await visitors to this Winter Wonderland at the W.L. Mills Convention Center. Admission. www.gatlinburgfestivaloftrees.com
22- Dec. 27- Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. 1-800-568-4748. www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
28- Dec. 4- Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. 1-800-568-4748. www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
DECEMBER 2011
2- “Fantasy of Lights” Christmas Parade
36th Annual Christmas Parade- Downtown Gatlinburg. Recognized as one of the Top Twenty Events in the South by the Southeast Tourism Society. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands and giant helium balloons. Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. at traffic light #1A and continues through downtown to traffic light #10. www.gatlinburg.com
3- Sevierville’s 49th Annual Christmas Parade
For more information, 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378). www.visitsevierville.com
3-5- Premier Athletics
Sevierville Events Center. Open to the public. For more information visit www.premierathletics.com
9- Parker’s Greatest Knife Show
Large-scale collectible knife show at the Sevierville Events Center. Open to the public. For more information, call (423) 892-0448 or visit www.bulldogknives.org
30-31- Annual New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. For more information, call 1-800-251-4444.
31- 24th Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show
The Space Needle at traffic light #8 will come alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show. Live Entertainment. (800)568-4748.
JANUARY 2012
1-Feb. 28- Sevierville Winterfest Celebration
Sevierville is transformed into a wonderland of brilliant lights, dazzling decorations and magnificent shows! For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-SEVIERVILLE
1-Feb. 28- Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg Winterfest Celebration
From November to February, these quaint towns are transformed into a wonderland of brilliant lights, dazzling decorations and magnificent shows!
FEBRUARY 2012
1-28- Sevierville Winterfest Celebration
Sevierville is transformed into a wonderland of brilliant lights, dazzling decorations and magnificent shows! For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce at 1-888-SEVIERVILLE
1-Feb. 28- Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg Winterfest Celebration
From November to February, these quaint towns are transformed into a wonderland of brilliant lights, dazzling decorations and magnificent shows!
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