August 2008

Now – September 3, 2008
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
The streets of Gatlinburg come alive with stories about the mountains, music, and more. Enjoy 14 nightly acts along the streets of Gatlinburg.

August 1 – August 31, 2008
8th Annual Celebrate Freedom!
Celebrate Freedom! is a discount program for active military, the reserves, the National Guard, retired military personnel as well as military veterans, law enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical services during the entire month of August. To receive this discount you must bring your ID to Pigeon Forge Welcome Center. Welcome Center Location: 1950 Parkway, Pigeon Forge. Located next to the Miracle Theater.

August 10 – August 12, 2008
5th Annual StringTime in the Smokies
Some of the country’s finest bluegrass musicians pay tribute to the music to the Smoky Mountains with free concerts in Patriot Park located in downtown Pigeon Forge.

August 17 – August 18, 2008
Gatlinburg MountainFest
Join in two days of mountain-style entertainment, food and crafts!

August 25, 2008
International Mercury Owners Association (IMOA) 2008 Show
Are you a Mercury enthusiasts? Then come on down and meet others just like you and view some of the hottest Mercury’s out there. This year’s event will take place at the Music Road Hotel in Pigeon Forge.

August 27 – August 29, 2008
World Premiere Gospel Music Concert

September 2008

September 1, 2008
Old Fashioned Hayrides
Departure is at Traffic Light #6 in Gatlinburg at Mountain Mall. Rides run from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and leave approximately every 45 minutes. Proceeds benefit United Way.

September 7 – September 8, 2008
Shades of the Past Rod Run XXV
An annual car show that showcases classics, rods, and customs manufactured through 1972.

September 8 – September 26, 2008
Dollywood's Bluegrass & BBQ
Come hungry to the BBQ & Bluegrass, Dollywood’s free concert series featuring the biggest names in bluegrass music while you savor the country’s tastiest barbeque. Together, BBQ & Bluegrass makes fall in the Great Smoky Mountains a finger-lickin’, toe-tappin’ good time!

September 13 – September 15, 2008
Grand Fall Rod Run

September 14 – October 31, 2008
11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival & Gatlinburg Harvest Festival
Come see the splendor of fall in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Local businesses decorate in festive, fall décor and local craftsmen show off their wares in the heart of the Smokies!

September 22 – September 23, 2008
18th Annual Mustang and All Ford Show
The name says it all. Mustang and Ford enthusiasts converge on Pigeon Forge to show off their cars and talk shop.

September 27, 2008
Taste of Autumn Fundraiser
Sample signature dishes from the area's finest restaurants. Enjoy live entertainment and a live auction with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Sevier County. Located at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

September 28 – October 27, 2008
Dollywood's National Gospel & Harvest Celebration

October 2008

October 8 – October 11, 2008
River of Life Conference
Call 1-800-223-6707 for more information.

October 11 – October 28, 2008
Gatlinburg’s Craftsmen Fair
More than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artists demonstrating on site, selling art. Live music. Located at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. $5.00 admission.

October 12 – October 14, 2008
Hart to Hart Craft Show
Located at Belz Factory Outlet World

October 19 – October 21, 2008
Hart to Hart Craft Show
Located at Belz Factory Outlet World

October 31, 2008
7th Annual Safe Halloween Celebration
Pigeon Forge Community Center; 6-9 p.m. Hayride, games, cosmic bowling, movie, entertainment and trick or treating for kids. Hosted by the City of Pigeon Forge Department of Parks & Recreation. For more information call (865)429-7373.

November 2008

November 3 – December 30, 2008
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival
Come and enjoy a Winter Wonderland in the Heart of the Smokies. Dollywood gets all decked out for the holidays with millions of twinkling lights and serves up some traditional Christmas favorites with such things as Wassail and hot cider.

November 7, 2008
18th Annual Winterfest Kick-Off & Chili Cook-Off
Over 20 chili vendors will serve up the most mouth-watering recipes in portions suitable for sampling, then you will get to cast your vote for People’s Choice Award once you have been pleasantly filled. Admission is only $7 for a spoon and a voting ballot, and the evening’s program includes the “flip of the switch” for the second phase of the Gatlinburg Winter Magic lights program, so come on down!

November 7 – January 26, 2008
Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Rides
Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. $4.00.

November 7 – February 28, 2008
Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest
Enjoy all the brilliant light displays along the Parkway in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.

November 8, 2008
18th Annual Winterfest Kickoff
Located at Patriot Park in downtown Pigeon Forge.

November 9 – November 30, 2008
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights
Pickups located at the Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park, 6:00 p.m.; Mon.-Fri. (except Nov. 22); $5.00; Call (865)453-6444 for reservations.

November 21 – November 26, 2008
Thanksgiving Day Sidewalk Sale
Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall

November 22 – November 25, 2008
Arts & Crafts Community Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community. Admission is free and the event will be held at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

November 23 – November 26, 2008
After Thanksgiving Sale
Belz Factory Outlet World

November 30 – December 2, 2008
Shadrix Trio Christmas Special
Call 1-800-223-6707 for more information.

December 2008

December 1, 2008
Santa's Drop-N-Shop (Drop the kid’s off while you shop!)
Pigeon Forge Community Center, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (ages 3-12 years); Fee: $20 first child, $10 each additional child. Activities include: bowling, swimming, gym games, arts & crafts, and a movie; Bring bathing suit, towel, socks/tennis shoes, and a lunch; (865)429-7373.

December 3, 2008 – December 28, 2008
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights
Fun Time Trolley Station @ Patriot Park, 6 p.m., Mon.-Fri. (except Dec. 25); $5.00. Call (865)453-6444 for reservations.

December 6, 2008
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pigeon Forge Community Cente; Games, ornament decorating, cookie decorating, music from locals, and vist w/ Santa, (865)429-7373

December 7, 2008
Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade presented by Schwan's
Located in downtown Gatlinburg.

December 7 – December 9, 2008
Larkin/Blue Grass Christmas in the Smokies
Call 1-800-223-6707 for more information.

December 31, 2008
26th Annual New Year’s Eve Party
Pigeon Forge

December 31, 2008
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks
Gatlinburg welcomes the arrival of 2008 with a street party that begins around 11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31. At the stroke of midnight, the sky will light up with a fireworks and music show. The event is free to the public and features music and free party favors. Located on Historic Nature Trail Rd near the Space Needle in downtown Gatlinburg.