| May 2012 |
May 1 - June 1, 2012
Smoky Mountain SpringFest
Spring is perhaps the most beautiful time of year to visit Gatlinburg. As if the entertainment and nightlife of Gatlinburg weren’t already great reasons to visit, local merchants and the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism join forces to provide visitors with additional events to entertain families, honeymooners and kids-at-heart throughout the year. Here’s the 2011 schedule of springtime affairs.
Throughout Gatlinburg, TN
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May 1 - May 20, 2012
27th Anniversary Festival of Flowers
Welcome spring with thousands of tulips and acres of azaleas at Biltmore. Join us for an estate-wide event celebrating the beauty of George Vanderbilt’s 8,000-acre estate, including gardens and landscapes designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, father of American landscape architecture.
Biltmore, Asheville, NC
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May 4 - 5, 2012
Smoky Mountain Music Festival
Band, orchestra, and chorus competition for Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Junior High Schools, Senior High Schools. Each competition has approximately 3,000 attendees.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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May 4 - 6, 2012
Smoky Mountain Kidsfest
Patterned after Winterfest, Kidfest is a weekend retreat type of event for children. Services contain age appropriate ministry utilizing some of the latest and greatest as well as tried and true ministry methods. Pentecostal in nature, relevant and fast paced, the services impact all who attend. Gifted and talented children are also involved in the services. The services are powerful and the results go well beyond the meetings as they have a dramatic impact on the local church, whenever the children return home.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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May 11 - 22, 2012 10:00am - 7:00pm
2012 Titanic Book Signing - Lee Meredith, "1912 Facts About Titanic"
Throughout the year, several guest authors will come aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction to sign their books and talk about Titanic History with guests. Don't miss these opportunities to meet some very knowledgeable writers who help us pay tribute to the Titanic.
Titanic Museum, Pigeon Forge, TN
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May 17 - 19, 2012
33rd Annual F-100 Supernationals
Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Lot, Pigeon Forge, TN
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May 18 - 19, 2012
Sevierville's Bloomin’ Barbeque & Bluegrass
Bloomin’ Barbeque & Bluegrass is a family oriented event celebrating the beauty of spring, championship barbeque and world class bluegrass music. Bloomin’ Barbeque & Bluegrass takes place during Smoky Mountain Springfest in historic downtown Sevierville, Tennessee. Our Barbeque Cook-Off is an official barbeque championship of the state of Tennessee and is coordinated by the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce.
Downtown, Sevierville, TN
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May 18 - 20, 2012
Smoky Mountain Highland Games
Nearly 7,000 joined us May 20-22, 2011, for the Smoky Mountain Highland Games. Come back again in May 2012 for this epic regional event full of Scottish music, heritage, food and of course the athletic games. Keep checking our website for updates and information regarding Smoky Mountain Games 2012.
Maryville College, Maryville, TN
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May 23 - 28, 2012 10:00am - 7:00pm
2012 Titanic Book Signing - Daniel Butler, "The Other Side of the Night"
Throughout the year, several guest authors will come aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction to sign their books and talk about Titanic History with guests. Don't miss these opportunities to meet some very knowledgeable writers who help us pay tribute to the Titanic.
Titanic Museum, Pigeon Forge, TN
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May 25 - 27, 2012
Family Fest in the Smokies
Escape to the breathtaking Smoky Mountains of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, for a three-day musical celebration known as Family Fest. This Memorial Day weekend celebration features evening concerts and morning worship services, Friday evening through Sunday, and features an incredible line-up of gospel music’s finest artists and speakers.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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May 26 - June 10, 2012
Dollywood's Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival
Come hungry to the Barbeque &smp; Bluegrass, Dollywood’s free concert series featuring the biggest names in bluegrass music while you savor the country’s tastiest barbeque. Together, Barbeque & Bluegrass makes fall in the Great Smoky Mountains a finger-lickin’, toe-tappin’ good time!
Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, TN
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May 27, 2012
Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride
We ride with our friends, our neighbors and yours to Honor and Support Fallen Veterans, Police, and Fire/Rescue men and women. We feel it is an Honor and a Privilege to get to do this each year.
Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville, TN
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| June 2012 |
June 2, 2012
National Trails Day
Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Regional Office of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club, are pleased to coordinate the Annual Appalachian Trail Work Day on National Trails Day, on Saturday, June 4, 2011. They invite you to participate in helping them to take care of the A.T. in the Great Smoky Mountains.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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June 8 - 12, 2012
Great Smoky Mountain Showdown
This baseball tournament will feature professional event management and staff, coaches gifts and welcome packet, licensed professional umpires, information on local attractions, souvenir t-shirts and concessions, and great team and individual awards.
Sevierville City Park, Sevierville, TN
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June 14 - 16, 2012
Parker's Greatest Knife Show
Large-scale collectable knife show at the Sevierville Events Center. Open to the public. Call (423) 892-0448 or go to www.bulldogknives.com for more information.
Sevierville Events Center, Sevierville, TN
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June 14 - 16, 2012
All Chevy Supernationals
City Municipal Parking Lot, Pigeon Forge, TN
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June 15 - August 11, 2012
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
This popular eight-week event truly highlights one of Gatlinburg’s greatest assets – the walkability of the community – and provides guests with an interactive, educational and entertaining experience the whole family can enjoy.
The collection of personalities and performers arrive nightly at 6 p.m. in the center of town. Visitors witness a magical transformation of sidewalk to stage as the characters disperse along the downtown Parkway for an evening of entertainment and storytelling until 11 p.m. As many as 18 nightly acts perform throughout the evening.
Throughout Gatlinburg, TN
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June 22 - July 29, 2012
Dollywood's KidsFest
Join your kids for a fun-filled day at KidsFest, the South's largest children's festival!
Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, TN
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June 22 - 24, 2012
Smoky Mountain Madness
This baseball tournament will feature professional event management and staff, coaches gifts and welcome packet, licensed professional umpires, information on local attractions, souvenir t-shirts and concessions, and great team and individual awards.
Sevierville City Park, Sevierville, TN
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June 25 - July 1, 2012 10:00am - 7:00pm
2012 Titanic Book Signing - Steven Hines, "One Newspaper, Seven Days, and the Truth That Shocked the World"
Throughout the year, several guest authors will come aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction to sign their books and talk about Titanic History with guests. Don't miss these opportunities to meet some very knowledgeable writers who help us pay tribute to the Titanic.
Titanic Museum, Pigeon Forge, TN
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June 28 - July 1, 2012
Stage One
Stage One is a National Dance Competition including Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior and Adult categories. This event is host to nearly 5,000 attendees annually.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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| July 2012 |
July 3 - 4, 2012
Gatlinburg's 37th Annual Midnight July 4th Parade
The first Independence Day parade in the nation marks its 37th year with a happy birthday wish for the United States of America on July 4 in the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains.
For the 37th consecutive year, Gatlinburg kicks off America’s celebration with the nation’s first parade, which leads off in the opening moment of the holiday at 12 a.m. on Sunday, July 4, to the cheers of close to 100,000 spectators.
Gatlinburg, TN
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July 4, 2012
Gatlinburg's River Raft Regatta
Gatlinburg’s popular River Raft Regatta takes place at noon on Monday, July 4th, on the Little Pigeon River in downtown Gatlinburg at Christ in the Smokies. This unmanned river raft race is open to anything floatable except balls and plastic eggs. In the past, families have entered boats made out of matchsticks, floating rocks, as well as little rubber ducks. Registration takes place between 10 a.m. and noon, with the race beginning promptly at noon. Support for the River Raft Regatta is provided by the Gatlinburg Recreation Department.
Gatlinburg, TN
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July 4, 2012
"Stand Here" Fireworks Finale
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.
Gatlinburg, TN
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July 4, 2012
21st Annual Patriot Festival
Celebrate our nation’s independence during the Pigeon Forge Patriot Festival! Our family friendly, July Fourth party is an explosion of entertainment, food, fun, games and, of course, fireworks. And it’s all presented against the beautiful backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. Get set for an outstanding lineup of entertainment, a free Kids’ Karnival area and a tasty selection of foods.
This event is free and open to the public. Bring blankets or chairs and join us at Patriot Park (please no umbrellas). The Patriot Festival is free and open to the public. So bring blankets or chairs and join us at Patriot Park (please no umbrellas). Event parking is available at City Parking on Teaster Lane, where you’ll find trolley service to the park.
Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge, TN
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July 5 - 9, 2012
Celebration Talent Competition
This is a National Finals Dance and Singing Competition with approximately 500 attendees. The event is divided into two levels of competition for all age categories.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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July 12 - 15, 2012
Great Smoky Mountain Highland Games
The 57th Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games will be held July 12-15, 2012 at MacRae Meadows on Grandfather Mountain near Linville, NC.
MacRae Meadows, Linville, NC
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July 20 - 29, 2012
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair
Art, crafts and music lovers will find over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on-hand to demonstrate their skill, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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July 30 - August 03, 2012
Impact Youth Conference
Impact Youth is a youth oriented event that attracts about 2,000 teens every year and consists of live concerts by today’s top Christian artists along with messages by America’s leading youth communicators.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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| August 2012 |
August 2 - August 4, 2012
TN State Square & Round Dance
We invite you to Stringtime in the Smokies, presented by The Old Mill, in Pigeon Forge TN. Admission is FREE so come celebrate Smoky Mountain tradition and good ole Bluegrass, foot stopping music on Friday August 5th and Saturday August 6th. Be sure to sign up for Saturday’s The Old Mill Square 2nd Annual Smoky Mountain Championship Cornhole Tournament (co-sponsored with WDVX). Stay with us Saturday evening and enjoy performances by Larry Cordle & Lonesome Standard Time.
W. L. Mills Conference Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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August 14 - August 18, 2012
KIDABRA! The Association of Family & Kidshow Performers
Did you know that throughout the world there are thousands of people just like you who perform for children and families at birthday parties, schools, preschools, festivals, fairs, libraries, picnics, restaurants and more? It's true! Even better they're like- minded folks who have many of the same successes, concerns and needs just like you. They can be found locally, nationally and globally. At KIDabra International we are a group and a family of those very people, we'd like to invite you to be a part of this amazing family too!
Pigeon Forge Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN
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August 17 - August 23, 2012
Polishing the Pulpit
Polishing the Pulpit began with three friends getting together to brainstorm sermon ideas. We soon invited a few other friends and someone said, "This is great! We should tell others."
We did and invited a speaker to discuss sermon preparation and give sample sermons. Interest increased; more speakers were invited. We moved to a hotel conference area. We dreamed big. "Let's invite the best speakers in the brotherhood and see who we can get." They came. Wives wanted in, so we added women's classes. While these great speakers were assembled in one place, we decided to offer classes for elders. They loved it. People began coming from all over the country.
Youth workers and deacons became interested. We added tracks for them. PTP moved to a large event center in the Smoky Mountains. Attendance approached 1000. Christians from other nations began coming.
"Why don't you have classes for regular members?" we were asked. So we added a Spiritual Renewal Weekend, as well as tracks for members, teens, and children. Attendance surpassed 1400.
In 2010 we held the largest PTP ever with 102 speakers and worship leaders, 10 concurrent sessions each hour, 375 separate classes spread over seven days. A Spanish-language track was added. We exceeded our attendance goal, set at 2000. The official count was 2046 people.
Sevierville Events Center, Sevierville, TN
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August 23 - 25, 2012
Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival
Celebrating the area’s Appalachian musical roots, Gatlinburg will host its first Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival August 23 through 25. For more information, call 865-604-9066 or email smswf@hotmail.com
Gatlinburg, TN
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August 25, 2012
IRWIN Tools Night Race
This is it. Plain and simple, it's the big show. Yep, they race under the lights at other tracks, but there's no place like the original. Punch your ticket for NASCAR fans' most popular race, the IRWIN Tools Night Race.
Bristol Motor Speedway, Bristol, TN
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August 31 - September 2, 2012
Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival
The Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival (GFAF) is an outdoor family event that features quality artists from around the country along with Appalachian music from the area. Volunteers from the community produce the festival to benefit the Sevier County Arts Council, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, and the Gatlinburg Boys & Girls Club.
Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN
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| September 2012 |
September 2, 2012
Boomsday
Join 400,000 friends on September 2, 2012, and experience the largest Labor Day fireworks show in the Nation. We've got great food, games and live entertainment. And it's all Free—as always! See you there.
Riverfront, Knoxville, TN
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September 7 - 16, 2012
Tennessee Valley Fair
Celebrating 93nd year in 2012!! From Sept. 7-16,
over 135,000 people will enjoy one of Knoxville's largest and longest running traditions. Known for its innovative exhibits, livestock shows, concert series, action sports, and a variety of unique fun foods. the TN Valley Fair offers tremendous family entertainment.
Chilhowee Park, Knoxville, TN
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September 7 - 8, 2012
Shades of the Past
Shades of the Past Hot Rod Roundup
Dollywood's Splash Country, Pigeon Forge, TN
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September 8, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Georgia State
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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September 14 - 16, 2012
Grand Fall Rod Run
Now, if you do love hot rods, car shows, rod runs, and Pigeon Forge, TN then you are in luck! You’ll be in heaven as you walk the parkway, cruise the strip, listen to classic music, scope the tweaked out cars, etc. The Fall Rod Run is a rodder’s paradise.
Pigeon Forge, TN
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September 15, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Florida Gators
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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September 14 - 16, 2012
Bristol Rythym and Roots Reunion
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion isn’t just a music festival. It’s an infectious, three-day music experience, bursting with creative passion, electricity, and soul. Every third weekend in September, State Street in historic Downtown Bristol, TN/VA is amped to the beat of Appalachia’s past, present, and future. It digs down deep into the roots of traditional Appalachian sound and lifts its branches to new heights–and it all happens in the heart of The Birthplace of Country Music.
State Street, Bristol, TN
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September 22, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Akron
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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| October 2012 |
October 3 - November 3, 2012
Dollywood’s National Southern Gospel & Harvest Celebration
Fall at Dollywood will lift you up with the biggest Southern gospel festival in the Smokies—four weeks featuring FREE concerts! (All concerts included with Dollywood admission.)
Watch visiting crafters at work throughout the park as the country’s most talented artisans showcase their artistry with up-close demonstrations. Handmade treasures for the home, unique collectibles and stunning artwork create an impressive craft exhibit you won’t find anywhere else.
Special dishes, all prepared with a taste of fall, showcase some of the harvest season’s most celebrated recipes, including a booth devoted to Dollywood’s signature fried green tomatoes.
Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, TN
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October 4 - 21, 2012 10:00am - 7:00pm
2012 Titanic Book Signing - Lee Meredith, "1912 Facts About Titanic"
Throughout the year, several guest authors will come aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction to sign their books and talk about Titanic History with guests. Don't miss these opportunities to meet some very knowledgeable writers who help us pay tribute to the Titanic.
Titanic Museum, Pigeon Forge, TN
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October 5 - 7, 2012
National Storytelling Festival
Make plans now to attend the 39th National Storytelling Festival, October 7-9, 2011 in Jonesborough, Tennessee! Don’t miss this world-renowned celebration. Hear all your favorite storytellers, plus enjoy Festival traditions like Swappin’ Ground, Exchange Place, and more.
Jonesborough, TN
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October 12 - 14, 2012
Foothills Fall Festival
Join us for one of the most anticipated events in the southeast October 12-14, 2012! Nestled at the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Maryville, Tennessee hosts three days of amazing world class concerts, juried arts and crafts, and activities, shows, and much more for the whole family. We’re setting the stage for you this October!
Maryville, TN
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October 20, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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| November 2012 |
November 2 - 3, 2012
Hearts on Fire
“Hearts On Fire" is a dynamic evangelism conference designed to reach students with the gospel and to challenge the believer to a more dynamic walk and commitment.
Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, TN
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November 3, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Troy
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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November 6 - 10, 2012
The International Gift Exposition in the Smokies
Once again, the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee will host the largest gathering of Resort/Souvenir buyers & exhibitors in the world!
Sevierville Events Center, Sevierville, TN
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November 3, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration
George Vanderbilt introduced his new home to family and friends on Christmas Eve 1895 with a wonderful celebration that we continue today. Enjoy America's largest home decorated with dozens of Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths, bows, and poinsettias, miles of evergreen garland, and thousands of ornaments.
Biltmore, Asheville, NC
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November 9, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Candlelight Christmas Evenings
Explore Biltmore House during holiday evenings when fireplaces fill the grand home with a warm glow, accenting delicate ornaments and priceless treasures.
Biltmore, Asheville, NC
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November 10, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Missouri
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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November 24, 2012
University of Tennessee Football
University of Tennessee Volunteers vs. Kentucky Wildcats
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN
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| December 2012 |
December 1, 2012
Sevierville's 50th Annual Christmas Parade Sevierville's 50th Annual Christmas Parade - A traditional hometown parade with baton twirlers, pageant winners, marching bands and floats leading up to the appearance of the Grand Marshal--Santa Claus! Parade begins at 11am and can best be viewed on Forks of the River Parkway and Court Ave. in historic downtown Sevierville, TN. Call 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) for more information.
Sevierville, TN
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December 1, 2012
Dine With Santa
Reservations required. Limited seating available. Call 865-406-655
The Old Mill Square, Pigeon Forge, TN
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December 6 - 8, 2012
Parker's Greatest Knife Show
Large-scale collectable knife show at the Sevierville Events Center. Open to the public. Call (423) 892-0448 or go to www.bulldogknives.com for more information.
Sevierville Events Center, Sevierville, TN
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December 9, 2012
Santa Hustle Smokies
Adrenaline Sports Management presents the Second Annual Santa Hustle Half-Marathon and 5K Run and Walk at Wilderness at the Smokies Resort in Sevierville, TN.
Wilderness at the Smokies Resort, Sevierville, TN
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December 26 - 29, 2012
Dr. James Merritt's Mountain Top Conference
Join James Merritt as he hosts what’s sure to be a Christmas to remember! He'll be accompanied by some of your favorite Christian artists that promise a spirit-filled Christmas celebration in the pines of the Smoky Mountains!
Smoky Mountain Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN
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| January 2013 |
January 5 - 12, 2013
23rd Annual Wilderness Wildlife Week
Wilderness Wildlife Week, the ultimate Smoky Mountain experience, is a series of activities designed to connect our Pigeon Forge visitors with the great outdoors.
Music Road Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN
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