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May 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-June 9
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Smoky Mountain Springfest – Join us during our annual Springfest in Sevier County Tennessee! Celebrate spring with blooming flowers, special festivals and events, and beautiful weather as Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg come to life!
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3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – On Fridays and Saturdays through June 8, meet roaming characters, listen to some mountain music and learn about days gone by in the Great Smoky Mountains along the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.
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4-5
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Townsend Spring Festival and Old Timers Day – The spring version of a great time! Get yourself a full helping of bluegrass music, young picker's talent, Appalachian arts & crafts, wildflower walks, BBQ and other good food! (You can do it all again in the fall, September 27 & 28!) Townsend TN.
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9-13
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Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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10
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Dolly Parton's Homecoming Parade – Arrive early and bring your chair so that you can have a great 'seat' along the Pigeon Forge Parkway for the annual Dolly parade. Begins at 6 p.m.
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11
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Shrine FunFest Parade – This is some real fun you don't want to miss. Be amazed and entertained by the Shriner's on the Pigeon Forge Parkway at 9 a.m.
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16-18
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* 35th Annual F-100 Supernationals & All Ford Show – Grand Resort Hotel & Convention Center; for more information visit f100supernationals.com. Anticipated event; please confirm event and event dates.
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17-18
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Bloomin' BBQ & Bluegrass Festival - Admission is FREE at this 'Festival of the Year' in downtown Sevierville TN. Enjoy the TN State Championship Barbecue Cook-Off, FREE bluegrass concerts from rising stars and bluegreass legends, kids games, great food and mountain crafts. Visit www.BloominBBQ.com
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18, 25
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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24
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Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie and Sammy Kershaw in Concert (The Roots and Boots Tour) - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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24-26
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ChristyFest – Calling all Christy fans to celebrate the legacy of Christy by Catherine Marshall. Event takes place in Townsend TN.
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24-27
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Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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25-June 9
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Dollywood Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival – Tasty barbecue cookin' and top bluegrass performers comes to Dollywood TN for two full weeks! For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk! View or Download the Dollywood Operating Hours - Read Our Full Article
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31-June 1
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – On Fridays and Saturdays through June 8, meet roaming characters, listen to some mountain music and learn about days gone by in the Great Smoky Mountains along the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.
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June 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1, 7-8
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – On Fridays and Saturdays through June 8, meet roaming characters, listen to some mountain music and learn about days gone by in the Great Smoky Mountains along the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.
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1-9
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Dollywood Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival – Tasty barbecue cookin' and top bluegrass performers comes to Dollywood TN for two full weeks! For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
Smoky Mountain Springfest – Join us during our annual Springfest in Sevier County Tennessee! Celebrate spring with blooming flowers, special festivals and events, and beautiful weather as Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg come to life!
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1, 8, 15, 22, 29
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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7-8
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Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Classic Car Show – Music Road Convention Center; for more information call 865-379-9595
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13-17
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Father's Day Sidewalk Sale & Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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14
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T. Graham Brown and Jimmy Fortune in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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14-15
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* All Chevy GMC Supernationals - For more information call 423-623-4644, 423-623-1871, 423-465-5855 or visit allchevysupernationals.com. *Anticipated event. Please confirm event and event dates.
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14-August 10
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – All summer long through August 10, meet roaming characters, listen to some mountain music and learn about days gone by in the Great Smoky Mountains along the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg.
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14-August 17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Now through August 17, hop on specially marked trolleys for a free ride in Gatlinburg! From 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, you can get on and off the special trolley between traffic lights #1-#10 as often as you'd like.
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22-August 4
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NEW! Dollywood Great American Summer Celebration – Dollywood is making summer fun better than ever and even last longer! The park will be open every night through August 4 until 10 p.m. when it closes with a nightly fireworks show. There will be a new Great American Country Show, the Gazillion Bubbles Show, and great summertime food. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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July 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-August 4
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NEW! Dollywood Great American Summer Celebration – Dollywood is making summer fun better than ever and even last longer! The park will be open every night through August 4 until 10 p.m. when it closes with a nightly fireworks show. There will be a new Great American Country Show, the Gazillion Bubbles Show, and great summertime food. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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1-August 10
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life long ago in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform along the Parkway every evening during this eighth annual event!
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1-August 17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Now through August 17, hop on specially marked trolleys for a free ride in Gatlinburg! From 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, you can get on and off the special trolley between traffic lights #1-#10 as often as you'd like.
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3
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4th of July Midnight Parade – This 38th annual showcase salutes the valiant men and women of our military services in the "First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!" Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin Independence Day. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country during this Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event.
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4
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River Raft Regatta – Visitors can enjoy a fun, unmanned, floatable object race for the whole family. Free registration begins at 10 a.m. at bridge beneath chair lift. Race begins at noon at Christ of the Smokies bridge and ends at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies bridge where prizes will be awarded in several different categories.
4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation's "Independence Day" with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m. with this grand display. Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society.
Annual Patriot Festival - Celebrate America's birthday at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge with food, fun, entertainment and fireworks. Most activities are offered free of charge.
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4-8
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Independence Day Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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5
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Tanya Tucker in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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6, 13, 20, 27
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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18-22
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Summer Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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19-28
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Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - Art, crafts and music lovers will discover over 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 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. www.craftsmenfair.com
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26
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Bobby Bare and Connie Smith in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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August 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-4
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NEW! Dollywood Great American Summer Celebration – Dollywood is making summer fun better than ever and even last longer! The park will be open every night through August 4 until 10 p.m. when it closes with a nightly fireworks show. There will be a new Great American Country Show, the Gazillion Bubbles Show, and great summertime food. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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1-10
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Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales – Through August 10, visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this seventh annual event!
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1-17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Now through August 17, hop on specially marked trolleys for a free ride in Gatlinburg! From 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, you can get on and off the special trolley between traffic lights #1-#10 as often as you'd like.
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2-4
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Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday – It's tax-free shopping time for back to school item in Tennessee, and Pigeon Forge outlet stores are ready for ya. See tn.gov/revenue/salestaxholiday for eligible items.
Back to School Tax Free Weekend Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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3, 10, 17, 24, 31
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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8-12
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Late Summer Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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15-18
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Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival – 2nd Annual Festival celebrating song and songwriters in the Smokies. For participation and specific times/locations, please call (865) 436-0500.
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23
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Asleep at the Wheel and Mandy Barnett Celebrity Concert Series - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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24
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Mickey Gilley in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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30-31
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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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September 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-2
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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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4-9
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Sevier County Fair – It's a traditional hometown fair in Sevierville TN with blue ribbon baking, carnival games, and midway rides. Located at the Sevier Co. Fairgrounds. www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
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6-7
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Shades of the Past Rod Run XXXI – Hot rod car show at Dollywood's Splash Country. Vendors, contests and prizes. shadesofthepast.com
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7, 14, 21, 28
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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12-15
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* Grand Fall Rod Run – Grand Resort Hotel & Convention Center. *Anticipated event. Please confirm event, dates and location.
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12-16
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Fall Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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13-October 31
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Smoky Mountains Harvest Festival – Sevier County cities of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg celebrate the season with special fall events and festivals, and beautiful bountiful displays!
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19-21
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Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival - Enjoy 3 full days of bluegrass music, pickin and grinnin' by the nation's best musicians. See www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com for ticket information.
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20
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Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius and Lynn Anderson in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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TBA
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16th Annual Taste of Autumn – Visit the Gatlinburg Convention Center to sample signature cuisine from the area's finest restaurants and food vendors during an evening with live entertainment to support the United Way of Sevier County. Doors open at 5 p.m.
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26-28
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Fast Cars N Mason Jars Moonshine Festival – Ole Smoky Moonshine celebrates 'shine heritage with distillery tours and mountain music.
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27-28
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Townsend 21st Annual Fall Heritage Festival and Old Timers Day – The fall version of a great time! Get yourself a full helping of bluegrass music, young picker's talent, Applachian arts & crafts, wildflower walks, BBQ and other great food! (The spring Old Timer's Day takes place in May!) Townsend TN.
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27-November 3
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Octoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Visit the ski resort for Bavarian-style food, beverages, music and live entertainment now through November 3. Shows daily with multiple performances on the weekends.
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28
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10th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day – Sidewalk sale, live music, and old timey fun at Old Mill Square near Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge.
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28-29
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Fall Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – Visit smokymountaintrouttournament.com for full details about this bi-annual fishing tournament in the Great Smokies! Tournament fishing is open to all ages, locals and visitors alike, with several winner categories. Rocky Top Outfitter presents this 'largest trout tournament in the South'.
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28-October 26
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Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – Crafter's from across the USA gather at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge for a month long craft show that supports the local rotary club. Shop for your heirloom-quality Christmas gifts, home décor, and knick-knacks through October 26.
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October 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-26
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Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – Crafter's from across the USA gather at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge for a month long craft show that supports the local rotary club. Shop for your heirloom-quality Christmas gifts, home décor, and knick-knacks through October 26.
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1-31
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Smoky Mountains Harvest Festival – Sevier County cities of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg celebrate the season with special fall events and festivals, and beautiful bountiful displays!
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1-November 3
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Octoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Visit the ski resort for Bavarian-style food, beverages, music and live entertainment now through November 3. Shows daily with multiple performances on the weekends.
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4-6
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Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival – Annual arts festival in downtown Gatlinburg at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts offering the works of US juried artists, delicious dining and music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont and the Sevier County Arts Council. www.gfaf.net
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4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27, 31
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Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure offers it's special Halloween show at no additional cost each weekend in October and on Halloween night. Not appropriate for young children.
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4-November 2
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Dollywood National Southern Gospel & Harvest Festival – Reap the rewards of being in Pigeon Forge during harvest season when craftspeople from across the country gather in Dollywood TN to showcase their talents and sell their handmade treasures amidst the uplifting sounds of more than 300 southern gospel concerts. Closed on Thursdays. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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5, 12
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Shop for healthy choices during the local farmers market just up the road from Carr's. Open every Saturday 8:30-11:30 a.m. now through October 12. A lot of organic produce, homemade treats and gifts all at the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. Visit online at www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com for vendor and product information.
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5-6
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Robert Tino's Smoky Mountain Homecoming – Annual 'down home' day in Sevierville to relive days gone by through outdoor cooking demonstrations, old time kids games, hayrides, tractor show and more.
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10-27
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Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair – Over 200 booths of arts and crafts creations from talented artisans. Shop at the Gatlinburg Convention Center and enjoy demonstrations, music and more. www.craftsmenfair.com
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11-14
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Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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17-21
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Fall Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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18-19
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Don Williams in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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24
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Safe Halloween Trick or Treat – Beginning at 6 p.m., creatures will gather at the Pigeon Forge Community Center for a hayride, no so haunted house, games and trick or treat. Call (865) 429-7373 for additional details.
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31
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Trick Or Treat Kickoff Carnival – Local businesses offer contests, costumed characters, inflatables and candy at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza. It's a great afternoon of fun that ends just in time for trick or treat in downtown Gatlinburg.
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November 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-2
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Dollywood National Southern Gospel & Harvest Festival – Reap the rewards of being in Pigeon Forge during harvest season when craftspeople from across the country gather in Dollywood TN to showcase their talents and sell their handmade treasures amidst the uplifting sounds of more than 300 southern gospel concerts. Closed on Thursdays. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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1-3
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Octoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Visit the ski resort for Bavarian-style food, beverages, music and live entertainment now through November 3. Shows daily with multiple performances on the weekends.
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7-11
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Veterans Day Sidewalk Sale & Truckload & Tent Sale – Located at Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane in Pigeon Forge. (Formerly Belz Outlet World.)
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8
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Gene Watson and Jeannie Seely in Concert - First Class Concerts performances take place at Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge. Call (800) 792-4308 for ticket information and show times.
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9-December 30
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Dollywood Smoky Mountains Christmas – Christmas season celebration of music, holiday lights, and family. Winner of "Best Christmas Event in the World." Operating days vary during the winter season. Park is closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
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11
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Veterans Day Celebration – Designated an official Regional Site for the Observance of Veterans Day, the city of Gatlinburg invites you to join at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza at 11 a.m. to recognize those who've in the Armed Forces.
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12
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Pigeon Forge Winterfest – The lights go on after an evening of music and entertainment at Patriot Park.
Sevierville's Winterfest Kick Off Music, Lights & Magic - Free food, local entertainment, kids' games and fireworks at the Sevierville Civic Center on Dolly Parton Parkway.
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12-February 28
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Smoky Mountains Winterfest - Enjoy a multitude of light displays from I-40 Exit 407 all the way through Gatlinburg. In addition to millions of lights, special wintertime fun and festivals make this a great time of year to vacation in the Smokies!
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13
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Gatlinburg Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff – From 5 to 8 p.m., the downtown Parkway is a party! Live entertainment, chili to sample and Christmas lights!
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13-December 30
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Winter Festival Trolley Tour of Lights – Guided trolley tour takes you through the streets of Pigeon Forge to see all the holiday light displays. Visit the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Mondays-Fridays for departure at 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. or 9 p.m. Cost is $5.
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13-February 28
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Gatlinburg Winter Magic – A winter festival in the Smokies featuring our little ski town decorated from sidewalk to street lamp with Christmas lights. Don't miss special holiday events now through February 2014.
Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights – Gatlinburg's guided trolley tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic holiday light display that departs Ripley's Aquarium Trolley Station at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. $
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24
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Pigeon Forge Community Chorus Winter Concert – Call (800) 251-9100 for show time and location.
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26-30
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Gatlinburg's Festival of Trees – Awe at dozen of beautifully decorated Christmas trees at the Gatlinburg Convention Center W.L. Mills Conference Center winter wonderland. Donations greatly appreciated for admission. (800) 568-4748
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26-December 8
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Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
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28-30
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Snow Fall in Pigeon Forge – Titanic Museum celebrates "Holiday of Dreams" with real snow falling from the ship's bow.
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29-30
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Carolers and storytellers entertain along the downtown Parkway beginning at 6 p.m. each Friday and Saturday evening through December 21.
The Nutcracker "Sweet" – Holiday classic performance by the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company at 7 p.m. in W.L. Mills Auditorium, adjacent to the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Call (865) 680-7369 for tickets.
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December 2013 Festivals & Special Events
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1-8
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Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Christmas Craft Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
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1-30
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Dollywood Smoky Mountains Christmas – Christmas season celebration of music, holiday lights, and family. Winner of "Best Christmas Event in the World." Operating days vary during the winter season. Park is closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve. For additional festival details, call (800) DOLLYWOOD but be sure to purchase your discount Dollywood tickets at our front desk!
Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights – Gatlinburg's guided trolley tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic holiday light display that departs Ripley's Aquarium Trolley Station at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. $
Winter Festival Trolley Tour of Lights – Guided trolley tour takes you through the streets of Pigeon Forge to see all the holiday light displays. Visit the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Mondays-Fridays for departure at 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. or 9 p.m. Cost is $5.
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1-February 28
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Smoky Mountains Winterfest - Enjoy a multitude of light displays from I-40 Exit 407 all the way through Gatlinburg. In addition to millions of lights, special wintertime fun and festivals make this a great time of year to vacation in the Smokies!
Gatlinburg Winter Magic – A winter festival in the Smokies featuring our little ski town decorated from sidewalk to street lamp with Christmas lights. Don't miss special holiday events now through February 2014.
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2-30
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Winter Festival Trolley Tour of Lights – Guided trolley tour takes you through the streets of Pigeon Forge to see all the holiday light displays. Visit the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park Mondays-Fridays for departure at 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. or 9 p.m. Cost is $5.
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Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade – Downtown Gatlinburg parade beginning at 7:30 p.m. Arrive early and bring your chair for decorated floats, marching bands and holiday tradition. Traffic Light #1A and continues through downtown to Light #10.
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6-7, 13-14, 20-21
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Carolers and storytellers entertain along the downtown Parkway beginning at 6 p.m. each Friday and Saturday evening through December 21.
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Sevierville Christmas Parade - A traditional hometown parade with baton twirlers, pageant winners, marching bands and floats leading up to the appearance of Santa Claus! Parade begins at 11 am and can best be viewed on Forks of the River Parkway and Court Avenue in downtown Sevierville.
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7-8
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Christmas on Ice – Enjoy the spirit of the season as local skaters display their talents on ice to the sounds of holiday music in a two-day performance at the ice arena at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park.
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7, 14, 21, 28
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Snow Fall in Pigeon Forge – Titanic Museum celebrates "Holiday of Dreams" with real snow falling from the ship's bow.
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15
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Santa Hustle Half Marathon & 5K – Santa's race through Sevierville in support of Toys for Tots.
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31
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New Year's Eve Fireworks Show & Ball Drop - The Space Needle area at traffic light #8 comes alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show. Features free party favors and live entertainment. "Best New Year's Eve Show in the South."
New Year's Eve Celebrations - Various venues throughout Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. For more information call area welcome centers.
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