Gatlinburg
Springfest: March-May, witness Gatlinburg’s transformation into spring when the city’s streets overflow with baskets of beautiful blooms and flowering bulbs.
4th of July: Kick off America’s Independence Day celebration with the nation’s first parade, which will lead off at midnight to the cheers of 70,000 to 100,000 spectators.
Gatlinburg's Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales: June-August, numerous entertainment mini-performances every evening downtown Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair: More than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions, and offer their unique art for sale.
Autumn: September-October, various autumn events and festivals.
Fall Foliage: See the nature's color show in the Smokies.
Winterfest: November-February, transforms the mountain resort town of Gatlinburg into a Winter Wonderland.
For more events, go to the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Calendar.
Pigeon Forge
With more than 16 city-sponsored special Pigeon Forge events throughout the year, the action never really stops in Pigeon Forge! Voted "Festival of the Year" three times by the Southeast Tourism Society, and the Top Event in the U.S. for 2003 by the American Bus Association, Pigeon Forge Winterfest is filled with special Pigeon Forge entertainment & activities designed to fill hearts with the magic of winter. Springfest, a three month festival, includes barbecues, cook offs, air shows, races and much more. Other Pigeon Forge entertainment available for your vacation is Quiltfest, the largest quilting festival including a multi-category quilt show, and Celebrate Freedom, an eight-day event celebrating the country's heroes. Find numerous Pigeon Forge events with our complete events calendar.
Harvest Festival
On nearly every street corner and business in Pigeon Forge you'll find delightful displays constructed from nature's bounty, including pumpkins, cornstalks, mums and other fall flowers. Each October the city is the site of two outstanding crafts festivals, both featuring dozens of talented crafters who demonstrate their talents and sell their creations. The annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival runs mid-September through October.
Winterfest
Pigeon Forge Winterfest is nearly four months of unique events and activities. From mid-November through February, the event is highlighted by the most extensive display of lights in the Southeast. More than eight million lights shine from the streets of Pigeon Forge and throughout Dollywood. The theaters in town showcase special holiday productions, and Dollywood transforms into a winter wonderland during the park's Smoky Mountain Christmas festival.
Springfest
Colorful mountain wildflowers blanketing the Smokies are the inspiration for Pigeon Forge Springfest. From mid-March through mid-June Pigeon Forge is filled with springtime events and colorful flowers reflecting the beauty of this special season in East Tennessee.
Fall Foliage: See the nature's color show in the Smokies.
For more events, go to the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism Calendar.
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