https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/ Upcoming festivals, holiday lights, parades, car shows and ranger programs in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Cherokee and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with dates confirmed by the organizers. en-us Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:08:32 GMT https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#autumns_glow_the_island_pigeon_forge autumns_glow_the_island_pigeon_forge-2026-09-21 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT Festival / Seasonal September 21 - November 15, 2026. The Island in Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge. Fall decorations and shopping at The Island, plus Wheel rides at night over the illuminated fountain and floating lanterns. Admission and parking are free. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#smoky_mountain_brewery_live_music_2026 smoky_mountain_brewery_live_music_2026-2026-10-22 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Concert / Live Music Most nights, October 22, 2026 - December 31, 2027, Pigeon Forge shows listed at 9:00 PM. Smoky Mountain Brewery, Pigeon Forge. Live bands on most nights at the Pigeon Forge brewery, with the lineup posted on the brewery's schedule page. Artists change daily. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#tuckasegee_river_excursion_2026 tuckasegee_river_excursion_2026-2026-10-22 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Railroad / Excursion Select dates, October 22 - December 31, 2026, Late October 12:00 PM or 3:30 PM; Nov 5 - Dec 31 10:30 AM. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Bryson City. Scenic train ride along the Tuckasegee River from the Bryson City depot. Listed at $123; some dates are steam-powered and others diesel. Late October trains depart at noon or 3:30 PM, and November and December trains depart at 10:30 AM. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#dolly_partons_stampede_christmas_pigeon_forge dolly_partons_stampede_christmas_pigeon_forge-2026-10-28 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Holiday / Dinner Show October 28, 2026 - January 3, 2027. Dolly Parton's Stampede, Pigeon Forge. Christmas dinner show with a live nativity, an ice-skating segment and a four-course holiday meal. Guests can arrive about 1 hour 15 minutes early for the stables and pre-show. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#christmas_at_array_pigeon_forge christmas_at_array_pigeon_forge-2026-11-03 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Show November 3 - December 31, 2026. Array Variety Show, Pigeon Forge. Holiday edition of the Array variety show with Christmas music, dance, variety acts and a Nativity scene. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#country_tonite_christmas_show_pigeon_forge country_tonite_christmas_show_pigeon_forge-2026-11-03 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Show November 3 - December 31, 2026. Country Tonite Theatre, Pigeon Forge. The regular Country Tonite country music show in the first half, with a Christmas act after intermission. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#gatlinburg_winter_magic_2026 gatlinburg_winter_magic_2026-2026-11-05 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 5, 2026 - February 15, 2027, Varies by attraction. Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg. Gatlinburg's winter lights season, with displays across town that you can see from the car or on foot along the Parkway. The Visit Gatlinburg app and a printable map guide a self-guided tour, and there is a snowpeople scavenger hunt. Hours vary by attraction. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#polar_express_gsmr_2026 polar_express_gsmr_2026-2026-11-05 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Railroad November 5, 2026 - January 3, 2027, Most nights 5:00 PM to 8:20 PM departures; some weekend and holiday afternoon trains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Bryson City. Costumed-cast train ride based on the holiday story, with hot chocolate and storytelling, and Santa boards to give each child a silver bell. Coach starts at $50.85 adult and $33.52 child; higher classes cost more. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#christmastime_old_mill_pigeon_forge christmastime_old_mill_pigeon_forge-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - January 10, 2027. Historic Old Mill, Pigeon Forge. Holiday decorations across the Old Mill shops, a bear scavenger hunt for kids with a prize, and seasonal cocktails with live music at Old Forge Distillery. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#dollywood_smoky_mountain_christmas_2026 dollywood_smoky_mountain_christmas_2026-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - January 3, 2027. Dollywood, Pigeon Forge. Dollywood's holiday festival with Christmas lights, holiday shows, seasonal food and Santa visits throughout the park. Park operating hours apply. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#hatfield_mccoy_dinner_feud_christmas_pigeon_forge hatfield_mccoy_dinner_feud_christmas_pigeon_forge-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Dinner Show November 6, 2026 - January 3, 2027. Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, Pigeon Forge. Holiday version of the dinner show with an all-you-can-eat Christmas dinner, singing, dancing and stunts. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#lights_over_gatlinburg_skypark_2026 lights_over_gatlinburg_skypark_2026-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - January 31, 2027. Gatlinburg SkyPark, Gatlinburg. Holiday lights across SkyPark, including the length of the SkyBridge, with a 30-foot Christmas tree and photo spots. Included with SkyPark admission. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_pigeon_forge winterfest_pigeon_forge-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - January 31, 2027. Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge. Pigeon Forge's citywide winter light festival, with the Wonders of Light Walking Trail along the Riverwalk and a driving tour of lights through town. The driving tour runs later, so see its own record. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#smoky_mountain_christmas_light_spectacular_bryson_city smoky_mountain_christmas_light_spectacular_bryson_city-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - January 2, 2027. Great Smoky Mountain Event Park, Bryson City. Drive-through light show with LED arches, tall Christmas trees and holiday scenes. Tickets are sold online or at the gate. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_driving_tour_of_lights_pigeon_forge winterfest_driving_tour_of_lights_pigeon_forge-2026-11-06 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 6, 2026 - February 15, 2027. Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge. Self-guided drive through town past large holiday light displays, including a 60-foot tree. The city posts a downloadable map and an interactive map. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#lumberjack_feud_christmas_supper_show_pigeon_forge lumberjack_feud_christmas_supper_show_pigeon_forge-2026-11-07 Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Dinner Show November 7, 2026 - January 4, 2027. Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show, Pigeon Forge. Lumberjack competition with a Christmas comedy skit, holiday songs and an all-you-can-eat holiday supper. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#film_fest_knox_2026 film_fest_knox_2026-2026-11-12 Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Film Festival November 12-15, 2026. Regal Riviera, Downtown Knoxville, Knoxville & Maryville. The fourth annual film festival in downtown Knoxville with a regional cinema competition and a Made in Tennessee competition; passes are on sale. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#gatlinburg_winter_festival_chili_cookoff_2026 gatlinburg_winter_festival_chili_cookoff_2026-2026-11-12 Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Festival November 12, 2026, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway, Gatlinburg. Street festival on the Parkway from Mountain Mall to SkyPark with chili tasting, live music, ice skating, carolers, photos with Santa and over a million LED lights. The festival is free; a VIP package is sold separately. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#anakeesta_enchanted_christmas_2026 anakeesta_enchanted_christmas_2026-2026-11-13 Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 13, 2026 - January 3, 2027. Anakeesta, Gatlinburg. Anakeesta's Christmas event takes guests up the mountain on the North Pole Express through an elf village, with Santa's Flight on the Treetop Skywalk after dark, seasonal food and hot cocoa, and Breakfast with Santa. Tickets are sold through anakeesta.com. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_celebration_kickoff_pigeon_forge winterfest_celebration_kickoff_pigeon_forge-2026-11-13 Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 13, 2026, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge. Kickoff evening for Pigeon Forge Winterfest at Patriot Park. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#shadracks_christmas_wonderland_sevierville shadracks_christmas_wonderland_sevierville-2026-11-13 Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 13, 2026 - January 3, 2027, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM nightly. Soaky Mountain Waterpark, Sevierville. Drive-through Christmas light show, ticketed per car. Open nightly, rain or shine. The Snowy Mountain Village add-on is run by Soaky Mountain (833-687-6259). https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_christmas_village_patriot_park winterfest_christmas_village_patriot_park-2026-11-13 Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Craft Fair November 13-28, 2026 (closed November 16-19). Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge. Free market with handcrafted gifts and holiday treats from local makers, next to the Wonders of Light Walking Trail. Open November 13-15 and November 20-28. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#holiday_lights_toy_box_pigeon_forge holiday_lights_toy_box_pigeon_forge-2026-11-14 Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 14, 2026 - January 11, 2027. Toy Box Mini Golf, Pigeon Forge. The mini golf course is lit with holiday lights for night play. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#comedy_barn_christmas_show_pigeon_forge comedy_barn_christmas_show_pigeon_forge-2026-11-16 Mon, 16 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Show November 16, 2026 - January 2, 2027. Comedy Barn Theater, Pigeon Forge. Christmas edition of the Comedy Barn variety show, with holiday music, costumes and comedy, plus the Cloggers and Canines. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#illusionation_christmas_show_pigeon_forge illusionation_christmas_show_pigeon_forge-2026-11-16 Mon, 16 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Show November 16, 2026 - January 2, 2027. The Mountain of Entertainment Theater, Pigeon Forge. Two-hour Christmas edition of Jason Hudy's magic show. Show days vary through the run. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#holiday_handcrafters_fair_heritage_center_townsend holiday_handcrafters_fair_heritage_center_townsend-2026-11-21 Sat, 21 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Craft Fair November 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend & Wears Valley. A holiday market of local artisans and handmade goods at the Heritage Center. Admission to the fair is free. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_at_the_island_pigeon_forge winterfest_at_the_island_pigeon_forge-2026-11-21 Sat, 21 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 21, 2026 - January 31, 2027. The Island in Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge. Free holiday lights, garland and a nightly Show Fountain display at 6, 7, 8 and 9 PM. The season opens November 21 with Santa at 5 PM, a free concert at 7 and the tree lighting at 8. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#candy_canes_and_cocktails_gatlinburg_2026 candy_canes_and_cocktails_gatlinburg_2026-2026-11-24 Tue, 24 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Fundraiser November 24, 2026. Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg. Evening reception that opens the holiday season with signature drinks, light appetizers, a silent auction and a first look at the Festival of Trees. Tickets are required (sold through Eventbrite) and guests must be 21 or older. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#great_smoky_thanksgiving_arts_crafts_show_2026 great_smoky_thanksgiving_arts_crafts_show_2026-2026-11-24 Tue, 24 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Craft Fair November 24-29, 2026. Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg. Handmade gifts from members of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community, held at the Convention Center during Thanksgiving week. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#gatlinburg_festival_of_trees_2026 gatlinburg_festival_of_trees_2026-2026-11-25 Wed, 25 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Festival November 25-29, 2026. Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg. Decorated Christmas trees and wreaths on display at the Convention Center, with a children's craft and play area and photos with Santa. Proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains and the Gatlinburg Chamber Foundation. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#ober_thanksgiving_feast_2026 ober_thanksgiving_feast_2026-2026-11-26 Thu, 26 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Thanksgiving November 26, 2026, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Ober Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg. Ober Gatlinburg lists a Thanksgiving Feast on Thanksgiving Day. See the Ober events page for the menu and pricing. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#christmas_in_the_village_townsend christmas_in_the_village_townsend-2026-11-27 Fri, 27 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Heritage Fridays and Saturdays, November 27 - December 19, 2026 (Nov 27; Dec 4-5, 11-12, 18-19), 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend & Wears Valley. Lantern-lit walks through the decorated historic village with living historians, hearth cooking, blacksmithing, crafts, and a visit with Santa. Tickets are $20 adults and $17 children 12 and under; a Sweets & Treats package is $30 and $27; toddlers 3 and under are $5. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#enchanted_island_of_lights_cherokee enchanted_island_of_lights_cherokee-2026-11-27 Fri, 27 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights November 27, 2026 - January 2, 2027. Oconaluftee Island, National Park. Holiday light display with seasonal music on Oconaluftee Island in Cherokee. The 2025 edition also had Santa visits and hot cocoa by the fire. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#mountain_mile_christmas_market_pigeon_forge mountain_mile_christmas_market_pigeon_forge-2026-11-27 Fri, 27 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Craft Fair Fridays and Saturdays, November 27 - December 31, 2026. Mountain Mile & Tower Shops, Pigeon Forge. Local vendors, s'mores kits, gourmet hot chocolate, Christmas lights and photo spots, with Santa when he is in. Open Fridays 4-8 PM and Saturdays 10 AM-8 PM. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#cherokee_winterfest_oconaluftee_island cherokee_winterfest_oconaluftee_island-2026-11-27 Fri, 27 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Winter Festival November 27 - December 31, 2026. Oconaluftee Island, National Park. Ice skating and food trucks on Fridays and Saturdays, plus fireworks, as part of Cherokee's holiday season on Oconaluftee Island. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#santa_in_the_smokies_noc_gatlinburg_2026 santa_in_the_smokies_noc_gatlinburg_2026-2026-11-28 Sat, 28 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Family November 28, 2026, Story time 12:00 PM; ornament decorating and photos 4:00 PM. NOC Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg. Free photos with Santa by the fireplace (bring your own phone or camera), a Christmas book reading, ornament decorating and holiday shopping specials. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#great_smoky_christmas_arts_crafts_show_2026 great_smoky_christmas_arts_crafts_show_2026-2026-11-30 Mon, 30 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT Arts / Craft Fair November 30 - December 6, 2026. Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg. Handcrafted holiday gifts from members of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community at the Convention Center. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#dillsboro_lights_luminaries_2026 dillsboro_lights_luminaries_2026-2026-12-04 Fri, 04 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Lights December 4-5 and 11-12, 2026, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Downtown Dillsboro, Sylva & Dillsboro. About 2,500 candles and white lights along the streets, with carolers, live music, open shops and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Free. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#fantasy_of_lights_christmas_parade_gatlinburg fantasy_of_lights_christmas_parade_gatlinburg-2026-12-04 Fri, 04 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Parade December 4, 2026, 7:30 PM. Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg. Free, nationally televised Christmas parade through downtown Gatlinburg, with 1980s pop stars Tiffany and Matthew and Gunnar Nelson as grand marshals this year. Arrive early for a spot along the route; the parade starts at 7:30 PM and roads close before. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#newport_christmas_parade_2026 newport_christmas_parade_2026-2026-12-04 Fri, 04 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Parade December 4, 2026. Downtown Newport, Cosby & Newport. Annual Christmas parade through downtown Newport with floats, bands and walkers. The route runs from Debbie's Drive In to Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#yama_con_anime_convention_pigeon_forge yama_con_anime_convention_pigeon_forge-2026-12-04 Fri, 04 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Festival / Convention December 4-7, 2026. LeConte Center, Pigeon Forge. Anime and Japanese culture convention that also covers video games, card and board games and comics. Registration is online. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#gatlinburg_christmas_concert_2026 gatlinburg_christmas_concert_2026-2026-12-05 Sat, 05 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Concert / Holiday December 5, 2026. Mills Auditorium, Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg. Debut holiday concert with 1980s favorites Tiffany and Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, held the evening after the Fantasy of Lights parade. Ticket details are on gatlinburg.com. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winterfest_5k_kids_fun_run_pigeon_forge winterfest_5k_kids_fun_run_pigeon_forge-2026-12-05 Sat, 05 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Sports / Race December 5, 2026, Fun Run 7:00 AM, 5K 7:30 AM. Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge. 5K along the Little Pigeon Riverwalk, with a kids fun run for ages 12 and under. Registration is $35 after October 31. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#sevierville_christmas_parade sevierville_christmas_parade-2026-12-05 Sat, 05 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Parade December 5, 2026, 11:00 AM. Downtown Sevierville, Sevierville. Hometown parade with marching bands, car groups and baton twirlers, starting at First Baptist Church and running up Forks of the River Parkway, Main Street and Court Avenue. Court Avenue near the courthouse is a popular viewing spot. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#hometown_heritage_christmas_parade_waynesville_2026 hometown_heritage_christmas_parade_waynesville_2026-2026-12-07 Mon, 07 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Parade December 7, 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. North Main Street, Waynesville, Maggie Valley & Waynesville. Annual themed Christmas parade with floats, marching groups and performers from across Haywood County. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#gatlinburg_new_years_eve_ball_drop_2026 gatlinburg_new_years_eve_ball_drop_2026-2026-12-31 Thu, 31 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / Fireworks December 31, 2026, Drone show about 11:50 PM, followed by fireworks and ball drop. Downtown Gatlinburg (Convention Center / Space Needle), Gatlinburg. Free street celebration with live music, a drone show over the Convention Center, fireworks and the 200-foot drop of a 15-foot LED ball. Arrive early for parking and viewing spots. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#new_years_eve_the_island_pigeon_forge new_years_eve_the_island_pigeon_forge-2026-12-31 Thu, 31 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / New Year's Eve December 31, 2026, 10:00 AM - midnight; free concert from 11:00 AM. The Island in Pigeon Forge, Pigeon Forge. Open 10 AM to midnight. A free concert and kids countdown with Sol Driven Train starts at 11 AM, with a midday countdown on stage. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#nye_lights_of_wonder_skypark_2026 nye_lights_of_wonder_skypark_2026-2026-12-31 Thu, 31 Dec 2026 05:00:00 GMT Holiday / New Year's Eve December 31, 2026, SkyLift loading from 9:30 PM; fireworks about 11:50 PM. Gatlinburg SkyPark, Gatlinburg. Ticketed New Year's Eve party on the mountaintop with a silent disco, SkyBridge views of the city fireworks and next-day re-entry on January 1. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#wilderness_wildlife_week_pigeon_forge wilderness_wildlife_week_pigeon_forge-2027-01-04 Mon, 04 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT Nature / Wildlife January 4-7, 2027. LeConte Center, Pigeon Forge. Annual January wildlife and outdoors event at the LeConte Center. Check the event page for the program. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#haywood_ice_fest_weekend_2027 haywood_ice_fest_weekend_2027-2027-01-28 Thu, 28 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT Festival / Winter January 28-31, 2027. Haywood County (Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Canton, Clyde), Maggie Valley & Waynesville. Four days of winter events across Haywood County. Check visithaywood.com for the 2027 schedule and whether the Maggie Valley Ice Extravaganza returns. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#smoky_mountain_jubilee_pigeon_forge smoky_mountain_jubilee_pigeon_forge-2027-02-04 Thu, 04 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT Concert / Gospel February 4-5, 2027. LeConte Center, Pigeon Forge. Free two-day event with preaching, worship and gospel choirs and groups. Sign up ahead at smokymountainjubilee.com. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#winter_heritage_festival_townsend winter_heritage_festival_townsend-2027-02-27 Sat, 27 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT Heritage / History February 27, 2027, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend & Wears Valley. Living historians demonstrate pioneer skills, smithing, spinning, quilting, and open hearth cooking, with storytelling, live music, and children's games. Suggested donation is $15 adults and $10 children 5-12. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#chuck_wagon_cookoff_pigeon_forge chuck_wagon_cookoff_pigeon_forge-2027-03-05 Fri, 05 Mar 2027 05:00:00 GMT Food & Drink / Cookoff March 5-7, 2027. Clabough's Campground & RV Park, Pigeon Forge. Three-day event with a dinner concert, cowboy church and the annual chuck wagon cookoff competition. https://mountaininsider.com/events/calendar/#dollywood_i_will_always_love_you_music_festival_2026 dollywood_i_will_always_love_you_music_festival_2026-2027-03-11 Thu, 11 Mar 2027 05:00:00 GMT Theme Park / Seasonal Festival March 11 - April 11, 2027. Dollywood, Pigeon Forge. Dollywood's opening-season festival built around the music of Dolly Parton. The 2027 season opens to passholders March 10 and to the public March 11.