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Choose your favorite hotel, cabin, vacation rental, resort, B&B, or condo near Dollywood and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Our Pigeon Forge cabins have Jacuzzis, hot tubs, mountain views, pool tables, and more. Most hotels/motels have a swimming pool and are on the trolley line.
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Pigeon Forge Events
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March 30 - May 7
Dollywood's Festival of Nations
Celebrate cultural traditions at the Festival of Nations™ multi-cultural spring festival. Enjoy international music from the world’s best musicians. Journey 'round the globe without leaving the Smoky Mountains when you visit Dollywood's Festival of Nations, a six-week international music festival celebrating music, dance, art and food from around the world. Enjoy more than 200 international performers with seven first-time and five returning groups of entertainers, including the best dancers, singers, musicans and acrobats! Experience Festival of Nations and live entertainment.
African Showtime Dancers
The African Showtime Dancers showcase Africa’s rich cultural diversity. Committed to preserving customary African dance, the group performs internationally and is recognized for carefully blending centuries-old traditional dance and drum rhythms.
Atahualpa
Celebrate the rich history and culture of South America’s Andes Mountains with the traditional rhythms of Atahualpa’s lively salsa and meringue music which creates a festive, carnival sound. Performance Dates: April 5 - 15, 2006 Performance...
Dragon Legend Acrobats
Amazing feats and daring acts of strength, balance and agility delight audiences as this group of young performers perform breathtaking balancing acts and incredible acrobatics. Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
Medieval Swordsmen of Soriano nel Cimino
Founded in 1974, this Italian group entertains with reenactments of medieval sword fighting, complete with authentic dress featuring period costumes. Against a backdrop of dramatic drummers and trumpeters, performances include displays of synchronized...
Moscow Circus
Back by popular demand, the world-renowned Moscow Circus brings audiences to their feet with aerialists, singers, gymnasts, contortionists, clowns and folk musicians. Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
Noticky
Noticky means “little notes” but the Czech Republic’s 15-member children’s folk music ensemble is big on talent with its cheerful melodies performed by its members ages 8 to 15. Performance Dates: April 1 - 15, 2006 Performance.
Russian Academic Band
Swing to the traditional sounds of Russian folk music presented by this jazzy brass band. Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
Stix on Steel
Move to the rhythms of one of Trinidad’s most melodic bands as Stix on Steel brings to life the lively sounds that honor the rich traditions of steel band music. Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
Swoon
Making the impossible look easy is just the beginning of “Swoon,” an amazing new Australian sway pole show where performers blend dance, circus, and comedy into aerial ballet high atop 15-foot flexible poles! Performance dates and information...
The Royal Stiltwalkers of Merchtem Belgium
Amazing stilt walkers combined with dynamic marching band music presents quite the spectacle from The Royal Stiltwalkers of Merchtem Belgium. 2006 Performance Dates: April 5 - 15, 2006 Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
Zambian Vocal Group
Zambian Vocal Group combines young men from Africa’s south-central region in a small community where poverty, disease and tribal divisions are commonplace. The group’s vocalists hail from different African tribes to form a collective...
Zhaivir
Lively Cossack folk dances presented by Zhaivir share the Ukraine’s old-world traditions, accented by colorful costumes and acrobatic skill. Performance dates and information are subject to change without notice.
April 23-28
57th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage
The Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage is an annual seven-day event in Great Smoky Mountains National Park consisting of a variety of wildflower, fauna, and natural history walks, motorcades, photographic tours, art classes, and indoor seminars. Most programs are outdoors in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while indoor offerings are held in various venues throughout Gatlinburg, TN. This popular annual event will be headquartered at the W.L. Mills Conference Center in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
April 26-29
Tennessee District Gold Wing "Spring Fling"
Pigeon Forge
May 5-7
5th Annual Spring Art & Craft Show
Belz Factory Outlet World, Pigeon Forge.
May 6
Tanger Five Oaks 8K Run for the Park
Take a run for the park through picturesque Sevierville at the incredible Tanger Five Oaks Outlet Center’s Tanger Run for the Park. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Great Smoky Mountains. For more information, (865) 453-1053.
May 25-30
Memorial Day Warehouse Sale
Featuring Royal Doulton, Fuller Brush, Dickies and many more - Belz Factory Outlet World.
May 26-28
Rhythm in the Hills
Held at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge. The hills of the Great Smoky Mountains come alive with performances from some of today’s hottest country artists. This music festival in the heart of the Smoky Mountains is an event the whole family will enjoy. Enjoy the country, bluegrass, gospel and more. Children will enjoy the many different activities & special appearances scheduled to take place in the kid’s area. This three day event will be jam packed with food, fun, and plenty of entertainment.
June 1-2
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge.
June 15 - August 5
Dollywood KidFest
The South's Largest Children's Festival. You have to see it to believe it at Dollywood’s KidsFestsm as the show "Untamed Illusions" brings majestic cats and grand illusions to Dollywood. Watch as the unthinkable magically appears on stage at Dollywood's KidsFest! For summertime family fun in the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood is the place to be with special shows like Clifford the Big Red Dog™ LIVE stage show, attractions like SpongeBob SquarePants™ turbo action ride and a variety of special activities just for kids—and the kid at heart.
www.dollywood.com
June 13-15
Southern Nationals Association Nationals and Open Car Show
Pigeon Forge
July 4
17th Annual Patriot Festival
Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge
July 13-15
18th Annual Southern Nationals Association Nationals and Open Car Show
Pigeon Forge
August 11-18
8th Annual Celebrate Freedom!
Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge
September 7-8
Shades of the Past Rod Run XXV
Pigeon Forge
September 13-15
Grand Fall Rod Run
Pigeon Forge
September 14-16
Smoky Mountain Racing Collectibles Show
Belz Factory Outlet World, Pigeon Forge
September 14 - October 31
11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival
Pigeon Forge
September 28 - October 27
Dollywood's National Gospel & Harvest Celebration
Pigeon Forge
September 29-30
18th Annual Mustang and All Ford Show
Country Inn & Suites, Pigeon Forge
October 5-8
Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale
Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall
October 12-14
Hart to Hart Craft Show
Belz Factory Outlet World, Pigeon Forge
October 18-22
Coleman Factory Stores Truck Loads Sale
Belz Factory Outlet World, Pigeon Forge
November 7 - February 29
18th Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest
A county wide event, which includes cities of Gatlinburg, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge. See millions of Christmas lights, parades, and lots of special events.
www.thewebstation.net/winterfest
December 3 -28
Winterfest Trolly Tour of Lights
Fun Time Trolley Station at Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge. 6:30 p.m. (Mon. - Fri. except Nov. 23) - Call 865-453-6444 for reservations.
December 7
Schwan's Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
Gatlinburg’s Winterfest Celebration features the 31st Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, 2006 in downtown Gatlinburg. Millions of twinkling lights and more than 100 parade entries will be featured. This year is the 32nd Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade and more than 80,000 people are expected to attend the event. More than 100 floats, Budweiser Clydesdales, VIP appearances by Santa Claus and his elves, marching bands, giant helium balloons, and corporate floats will be featured. There will be artificial snow, sparklers, dance teams, elves, walking inflatable costumes, clowns, horses, and marching bands.
The parade route begins at Traffic Light No. 1A on Highway 321 and continues to Traffic Light No. 10 at the Parkway and Ski Mountain Road. Limited bleacher seating is available in front of the parking garage at Traffic Light No. 3. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to get a parking spot. Free parking is available at the Gatlinburg Park and Ride Lot located at the Spur Welcome Center at the entrance of Gatlinburg. Parking is also available at the Reagan Drive parking lot, the Aquarium parking lot and various additional parking lots in the downtown area.
December 1-10
Christmas Arts and Crafts Show
Members of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community assemble to make Christmas Shopping easy at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
December 1-9
World's Largest Outlet Extravaganza
Pigeon Forge outlet malls
November 10 - December 30
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas
Dollywood’s winter wonderland of more than 3 million holiday lights sets the stage for the premiere of Dollywood’s Babes in Toyland, Dollywood's most elaborate stage production ever. Enjoy a family holiday like no other with heartwarming Christmas shows, holiday foods, and thrilling rides.
Special Features at Smoky Mountain Christmas:
Christmas Pyramid
Marvel at the country’s tallest German Christmas pyramid as it towers 45 feet above Dollywood revealing intricate carvings depicting the Nativity. Situated at the entrance of Craftsman’s Valley, the Christmas pyramid symbolizes a cherished holiday...
Parade of Lights
Everyone loves a parade, especially Dollywood’s daily Parade of Lights featuring Christmas floats adorned with brightly colored lights. Holiday characters add to the excitement as the parade makes its way, bringing holiday fun to everyone.
Tinker the Talking Christmas Tree
Tinker the Talking Christmas Tree makes a triumphant holiday return as the star of Christmas Karaoke at the Valley Theatre. Choose from a variety of holiday favorites and gather ‘round the microphone as you sing along with Tinker for a Christmas...
Appalachian Christmas
Celebrate an acoustic Christmas at the Back Porch Theatre with Appalachian Christmas. Let the beautiful sound of the music take you back to a simpler time.
Carol of the Trees
Each night thousands of lights and pyrotechnics synchronize with holiday music to transform our Rivertown Lake into a "seasonal symphony for the senses."
Christmas in the Smokies
Dollywood’s musical Christmas tradition features a 12-member cast and seven-piece band performing hometown holiday favorites that celebrate the joy of the season. (Free general seating tickets distributed daily.) Tickets: Free seating ticket...
Christmas with the Kingdom Heirs
Celebrate a Southern Gospel Christmas as the Kingdom Heirs keep your spirits high with your favorite Christmas hymns and songs.
Dolly's Christmas Chapel
The Robert F. Thomas Chapel presents guest performances by area choral groups throughout each day.
Dollywood's Babes in Toyland
It’s Dollywood’s most elaborate stage show ever—Dollywood’s Babes in Toyland! Featuring a cast of 20 performers and a fully-orchestrated musical score, this family classic follows “Alan” and “Jane” on...
Miss Lillian (Character)
Dollywood’s Miss Lillian, proprietress of Miss Lillian’s Chicken House, makes the tastiest fried chicken you’ll find anywhere, and she serves it up with a rousing song sure to get the entire family singing along. And be on the lookout...
O Holy Night
A little girl looks for an angel; three shepherds follow a star. They all find their way to the heart of “The Christmas Story.”
Scrooge
Ebenezer Scrooge—During Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas, you’re sure to encounter one of Charles Dickens’ most enduring characters, Ebenezer Scrooge, as he spreads his own brand of Christmas cheer throughout the park.
Victorian Melodies
Outfitted in period costumes, this quartet strolls throughout Dollywood performing holiday music true to the Victorian era.
December 31
26th Annual New Year's Eve Extravaganza
Grand Resort Hotel & Convention Center
1-800-251-4444
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