2007 Events Schedule for Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville
| Night Magic Skiing at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort |
January 1 - February 28 The slopes of Ober Gatlinburg will glisten under the stars during the Night Magic this winter. Come join the fun with hundreds of beginning skiers to expert skiers. |
| Special Olympics |
January 12th through January 30th the slopes of Ober Gatlinburg will be wide open for our annual Special Olympics events. Call 1.800.251.9202 for further information and registration. |
| Magic Night Skiing in Gatlinburg, Tennessee |
February 1st - February 28th will be the time to explore Ober Gatlinburg and Snow Ski under the stars at night. You will be be thrilled, from beginner to experienced snow skier, of the great slopes that await you at Ober. |
| Smoky Mountains Storytelling Festival™ |
February 1-3, 2007 This event brings to Pigeon Forge some of America’s finest storytellers to spin tales of fact and fiction. Whether it’s folklore told in a theater setting or spine-tingling ghost stories exchanged on a late night trolley ride, storytellers hold audiences in the palms of their hands! |
| 17th Annual Gatlinburg Winterfest |
Feb. 1 - Feb.28 The city of Gatlinburg will be lit up with all kinds of winter lights and special sidewalk sales during the month of February. Valentine's Day is always special in Gatlinburg. Don't miss the fun and excitement of February in The Great Smoky Mountains. |
| Saddle Up! |
February 22-25, 2007 West meets Southeast during one of the fastest-growing events in Pigeon Forge. Saddle Up! shows how the West was fun with three days of cowboy poetry, Western music, dances and songwriter workshops. |
| A Mountain Quiltfest™ |
March 14-18, 2007 This event has made Pigeon Forge a popular gathering spot for quilters from across the nation. Participants can learn the latest techniques and quilting secrets during classes and lectures conducted by some of the nation’s top quilting experts. Quilts of all shapes, sizes and colors are on display, and quilt show participants compete for cash prizes. |
| 5th Annual Pigeon Forge Springfest |
March 14 through June 10 are the dates set aside for The 5th Annual Pigeon Forge Springfest with new shows in the theaters, Dollywood, and outlets stocked with new items, this is the time to visit Action Packed Pigeon Forge. |
| Dollywood's Festival of Nations |
March 30th through July 7th is a must time for you to visit The Great Smoky Mountains and Dollywood! You will find food, dance, music, arts, and so much more from all over the world at this six week event at Dollywood. You will meet over 200 international performers at this event! Come join the excitment and fun during Dollywood's Festival of Nations. |
| Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Show |
April 4th through 7th are the dates you will want to be in Gatlinburg, Tennessee and at The Gatlinburg Convention Center to witness the great work of Artists locally and around the United States. A time to look and purchase fine mountain art. |
| 22nd Annual Dolly Parade |
April 14, 2007 Marching bands, festive floats, entertainers, celebrities, and area businesses come together to welcome springtime to Pigeon Forge. Grand marshal Dolly Parton leads the parade, which officially opens a new season of entertainment in Pigeon Forge. Dollywood hosts an invitation-only event for the media and special guests prior to the parade. The park celebrates its season opener the following day. |
| Dollywood's Grand Opening |
April 14th is one of the most exciting Days in Action Packed Pigeon Forge that people anticipate all year long! It is the date for the Grand Opening of The Greatest Amusement Park in all The Great Smoky Mountains - DOLLYWOOD! Come to the parade on April 14th and visit with Dolly Parton herself! |
| Grand Spring Rod Run |
April 19th through 21st is the largest and most grand "Rod Run" in all the Southeast. It is all happening at The Grand Hotel and Convention Center for all you car and truck enthusiasts! It is one of the best. Get you lawnchair and head to the Parkway in Pigeon Forge! |
| 6th Annual Helicopter Awareness Day |
April 21st is the time for the 6th Annual Helicoptor Day in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee located at The Helicopter Headquarters on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. Come by the headquarters between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm to help benefit the East Tennessee Children's Hospital. Check out the multi-million dollar museum that is brand new! |
| Tennessee district Gold Wing Rally "Spring Fling" This is The 25th Anniversary |
April 21st - Look to your left and right as you travel down the parkway on April 21st because you are going to see some of the best looking motorcycles in all The Great Smoky Mountains during the Annual Spring Fling of Gold Wings. The Fling will be held at the Grand Resort and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge. The Rally theme is High School Days - A Tennessee Homecoming. |
| 57th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage |
April 23 through April 29 is a great time to see all the spring flowers of The Great Smoky Mountains. Drop by the W.L. Mills Conference Center to learn more about the Wildflowers in and around the National Park. |
| Voice of Evangelism/Perry Stone in Pigeon Forge |
May 15th through 19th is when Perry Stone will be visiting Pigeon Forge at the Ramada Inn Smoky Mountain Convention Center on The Parkway. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call 1.800.523.3919 for reservation and information. |
| Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games Grand Parade |
May 18th - Beginning at 6:00 pm along the Parkway in Gatlinburg, Tennessee will the Scottish Festival and Games Grand Parade. |
| 1955, 1956, 1957, Chevy Classic Show |
May 18, 19, and 20 you will want to be at The Music Road Convention Center and Hotel to see the classic cars of the 50's. It is all happening at traffic Light #1 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. |
| Gatlinburg's Fine Art Festival |
May 19th and 20th are the dates set for Gatlinburg's Fine Art Festival in downtown Gatlinburg. |
| River raft Regatta in Gatlinburg |
July 3rd and 4th is the time to head down the river for a great river race. It all begins at the Christus Gardens bridge. This is a wild "unmanned river raft race" as you bring your rubber ducks, floating rocks, and other unique rafts to be in on the race! A great activity for the entire family. |
| Midnight Independence Day Parade in Downtown Gatlinburg |
July 3rd at Midnight - Be among the first to celebrate America's Independence Day at the Midnight Independence Day Parade in downtown Gatlinburg. As many as 100,000 people are expected to attend this year's event. Food vendors and entertainers will be on hand to help make this the most memorable 4th of July you have ever experienced around The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. |
| 4th of July Fireworks at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge |
July 4, 2007 - It all begins with Music in The Smokies combined with plenty of food and activities for children of all ages. Come celebrate Independence Day with thousands of other Americans at this annual event at Patriot Park, traffic light #7 in Pigeon Forge. |
| 4th of July Fireworks at Smokies Park in Sevierville, Tennessee |
July 4th, beginning at 7:15 pm is the time you will want to grab your seat in the Smoky Stadium to capture the excitement and fun of celebrating Independence Day in the Great Smoky Mountains. Watch the sky light up with some of the best fireworks around. |
| 8th Annual Celebrate Freedom |
August 8th through 18th are the dates dedicated for Pigeon Forge to celebrate the Freedom we have as Americans in our Country. Festivities include special speaker forums, canteen dances, parades, and so much more. Activities will center around Patriot Park at traffic light #7 in Pigeon Forge |
| Labor Day Weekend in Gatlinburg, Tennessee |
August 31 through September 3rd is the last days of Summer and what better way than to spend them in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Music, Variety Shows, museums, and so much more await you during this weekend. Don't forget to put Dollywood on your event calendar this weekend. |
| Shades of The Past Rod Run |
September 7th and 8th are the dates set for the popular Rod Run in The Great Smoky Mountains located at The River Ranch in Pigeon Forge. At traffic light #1 is where you can follow the old cars of the past and be a part of this Smoky Tradition. |
| Dollywood's Bluegrass & BBQ |
September 8th through 26th - For almost 20 days, Dollywood features some of the best Bluegrass music found anywhere in The USA. Along with great music is the great BBQ. Come to Pigeon Forge during Dollywood's Bluegrass and BBQ Festival! |
| Grand Fall Rod Run |
September 13th through 15th - Just because Summer is over, you thought all the Rod Runs where gone. Guess Again! One of the finest Rod Runs is in early Fall called The Grand Fall Rod Run to bring in the Autumn air! Come join us at The Grand Hotel and Resort at Traffic Light #5 for a spectacular event! |
| Smoky Mountain Racing Collectibles Show |
September 14th, 15, and 16th are the dates you will want to be at the Beltz Factory Outlet Mall for the annual Racing Collectibles Show with collectors all over the country. Turn at traffic light #3 and follow the signs to the Beltz Outlet Mall. |
| 11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival |
September 14th through October 31 is the annual Harvest Festival in Action Packed Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Everyone gets into the picture, from Dollywood to The Great Smoky National Park. This is a great time to come see the fall of leaves and the changes of the season. |
| Dollywood's National Gospel and Harvest Celebration |
September 14th through October 31 - With over a month of exciting Gospel Music Performers and Quartets it is no wonder this event is becoming one of the most attended events in The Great Smoky Mountains. You will not want to miss the Harvest Celebration going on at Dollywood this Fall! |
| Annual Mountain Festival and Pig Roast in Sevierville |
October 30, 2007 Fun, family,a dn fellowship highlight the Annual Mountain Festival and Pig Roast featuring hot food, live music, a large silent auction and the charming atmosphere of the Smoky Mountains. |
| Halloween Treat Giveaway |
Oct. 31st is a great time for you to visit the Beltz Factory Outlet mall for trick or treating. The merchants will have candy and fun for your children beginning at 6:00 p.m. Traffic light #3 in Pigeon Forge. |
| Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival |
November 3rd through December 30th is a wonderful time to visit Dollywood with all its splendor of lights and Christmas Shows. Operating days vary. Closed 11/22, 12/24, and December 25th. |
| Winterfest Kick-Off |
November 8th is the date set for the millions of lights that will be turned on to celebrate Winterfest and The Christmas Season. The event is always filled with fun and excitement at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge. Traffic light #7 on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. |
| Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights |
November 9th through 30th will be the time to ride the trolly in Pigeon Forge and see all the Winterfest Lights throughout the city. You may board the trolley behind the Old Mill at traffic light #7 at 6pm Mon.-Fri. The cost is $5 and you may get additional information by calling 1.865.453.6444 |
| Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center |
November 20 -25, 2007 Nationally known artists and crafters will converge in downtown Gatlinburg to display the unique crafts and artwork that made them famous. |
| New Year's Eve Balldrop and Fireworks Show at the Space Needle |
December 31, 2007 This year Gatlinburg will host their New Year's Eve show at their 342-foot Space Needle. Come join hundreds of people throughout the country celebrate the New Year together. |
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