Pigeon Forge Events

Still trying to make your New Year's Eve plans when you come to the Smoky Mountains? Are you looking for an exciting and fun way to ring in the New Year? The Island in Pigeon Forge New Year's Eve will welcome your new year in style! From live performances to incredible fireworks, you'll have a blast ringing in the new year at The Island. Here's everything you need to know about New Year's Eve at The Island in Pigeon Forge:

August is your last chance to enjoy some summer fun in Pigeon Forge! With average highs in the mid-80s and lows in the mid-60s, the weather is perfect for relaxing by the pool and soaking up the sun. In addition to the wonderful climate, August also brings a variety of fun events to the Smoky Mountains. To help you make the most of your vacation, Visit My Smokies has put together a guide to all of the best things to do in Pigeon Forge in August:

In addition to all the year round shows and thrill rides, Dollywood also puts on special events throughout the year. If you plan on taking a summer vacation to the Smokies, you will not want to miss this year’s Summer Celebration. It is jam packed with action once again, including fireworks, drone spectacles, shows for kids, and so much more! Here is a complete guide to the Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration event at Dollywood:

It’s springtime in Pigeon Forge, which means it’s time for the annual Music in the Mountains Spring Parade! This family-friendly celebration is completely free for visitors and the best way to celebrate spring in the Smoky Mountains. We’ve got all the details for you below:

As winter gives way to spring, Pigeon Forge comes alive with a variety of special events and celebrations. Whether you’ll be in town for St. Patrick’s Day, spring break, or just an ordinary day in March, your family will have an amazing time during their getaway in the Smokies. To help you make the most of your vacation, Visit My Smokies has put together a guide to all of the best things to do in Pigeon Forge in March.

Pigeon Forge car shows and rod runs are some of the most popular things to do in the area. Visitors come from all over the country just to see and show their classic cars. In this article, you will find the schedule for all of the upcoming Pigeon Forge car shows and rod runs in 2024 as well as information like cost, how to avoid traffic and where to stay when you visit.

February in Pigeon Forge means that love is in the air! Whether you’re in town for Valentine’s Day or another time of the month, you’ll find that the Smoky Mountains provide the perfect romantic backdrop for a special getaway with your sweetheart. Of course, February also brings a number of excellent events that your whole family will love too! To help you make the most of your trip, Visit My Smokies has put together a guide to all of the best things to do in Pigeon Forge in February.

Pigeon Forge’s newest variety show is getting even more exciting, as Array Variety Show is transforming for the holidays! That’s right, this year, families will be able to come enjoy Christmas at Array for the very first time, complete with singing, dancing, laughter, and holiday cheer. If you want to learn more about this new holiday attraction in the Smoky Mountains, you’ve come to the right place! Here are the answers to some questions you might have about Christmas at Array:

Great news! The National Quartet Convention is returning to Pigeon Forge for another exciting year of fun and adventure. Promising to be better and bigger than ever before, this year’s event is sure to be one that you and your family or group will remember for years to come. To help you learn more about this popular Pigeon Forge event, we've given you a detailed analysis of what you will find at the National Quartet Convention.

Each year, Pigeon Forge gets decked out in red, white, and blue to celebrate Independence Day with the Patriot Festival. This festival hosts live entertainment, activities for kids, delicious food, and a firework show to finish the evening. In the past, several big-name stars in the music industry have made their way to the Smoky Mountains to participate in the event, and this year will be no different. Find out who is the headline act at this year’s Patriot Festival in Pigeon Forge:

For years you saw her and her fine Southern cooking on the Food Network! Now you can see Paula Deen in Pigeon Forge! Paula and the Deen family will be in attendance and host the first-ever Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration at Lumberjack Feud — the family amusement park with log-rolling, sawing and chopping contests, zip lines and a high ropes course — on November 26th, 2022! Here’s everything to know about Paula Deen visiting Lumberjack Feud for the Christmas tree lighting:

Winterfest 2022 is going to be bigger and brighter than ever, in part due to the new additions being added to the festival. Pigeon Forge announced that this year’s event will debut 20 new outdoor light displays, which will account for over one million LED lights. The headline sculptures can be found at the city’s Riverwalk nature trail. Here is everything you need to know about the new addition to Pigeon Forge Winterfest:

No matter what time of year you decide to visit the Smokies, there are always exciting things happening! From car shows to parades and holiday events, you are sure to find an event around town that appeals to you. However, in the coming weeks, the Smokies are set to host some of the biggest festivals of the entire year! Here are 6 upcoming events in Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains you will want to attend: