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June
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Smokey Mountain Tunes & Tales – On Friday and Saturday evenings through June, street performers will entertain you with stories, song and music in downtown Gatlinburg beginning at 6 p.m.
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1-9
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Dollywood's Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival – 2012 Golden Ticket Award winner for the word's best shows and food. Fantastic bluegrass concerts and favorite southern foods all at Dollywood theme park. Visit dollywood.com to confirm operating schedule and hours.
Smokey Mountain Springfest – A celebration of the spring season throughout Sevier County TN to kickoff fun in the Smokey Mountains!
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1, 8, 15, 22, 29
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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7-8
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Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Classic Car Show – Car show and awards at the Music Road Convention Center.
Smokey Mountain Tunes & Tales – On Friday and Saturday evening, street performers will entertain you with stories, song and music in downtown Gatlinburg beginning at 6 p.m.
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13-17
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Father's Day Sidewalk Sale & Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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14
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Celebrity Concert Series – T. Graham Brown and Jimmy Fortune in concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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14-15
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* All Chevy GMC Supernationals – Visit allchevysupernationals.com for event location, times and activities. *Anticipated event. Please confirm event and event dates.
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14-August 10
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Smokey Mountain Tunes & Tales – All summer long, street performers will entertain you with stories, song and music in downtown Gatlinburg beginning at 6 p.m.
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14-August 17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Now through mid-August, specially-marked trolley offer free rides through downtown Gatlinburg from traffic lights #1-#10 each day from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Get on and off as often as you'd like!
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22-August 4
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Dolly's Great American Summer Celebration – A Great American Country show, delicious summertime food, extra long hours and nightly fireworks make family fun in the Smokies even better! Dollywood is open from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. EVERYDAY!
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July
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1-31
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Christmas In July –The Incredible Christmas Place is offering special sales and activities for all!
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1-August 4
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Dolly's Great American Summer Celebration – A Great American Country show, delicious summertime food, extra long hours and nightly fireworks make family fun in the Smokies even better! Dollywood is open from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. EVERYDAY!
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1-August 10
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Smokey Mountain Tunes & Tales – All summer long, street performers will entertain you with stories, song and music in downtown Gatlinburg beginning at 6 p.m.
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1-August 17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Now through mid-August, specially-marked trolley offer free rides through downtown Gatlinburg from traffic lights #1-#10 each day from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Get on and off as often as you'd like!
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3
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4th of July Midnight Parade – Midnight parade in downtown Gatlinburg starts on Hwy 321 and end at traffic light #10. This 38th annual parade continues the Gatlinburg tradition of being the "First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!" Arrive early to get a great spot for enjoying floats, air balloons, marching bands and entertainment from local businesses.
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4
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River Raft Regatta – Float an unmanned object from Christ in the Smokies Museum to Ripley's Aquarium beginning at 10 a.m. Open to all ages and prizes will be awarded in multiple categories.
4th of July Fireworks Show – Downtown Gatlinburg celebrates Independence Day with a fantastic fireworks show beginning at 10 a.m. at the Gatlinburg Space Needle. We light up the mountains!
23rd Annual Patriot Festival – Independence Day celebration at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge with food, free activities, vendors and live entertainment. Activities take place all day with fireworks beginning at dusk.
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4-8
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Independence Day Sidewalk Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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5
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Celebrity Concert Series – Tanya Tucker concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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6, 13, 20, 27
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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18-22
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Summer Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossings, formerly Belz Factory Outlet World.
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19-28
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Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair – Annual fall craft fair at the Gatlinburg Convention Center features some of the nation's finest artisans and craftspeople. Vendor craft demonstrations and sales. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. www.craftsmenfair.com
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26
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Celebrity Concert Series – Bobby Bare and Connie Smith concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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August
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1-4
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Dolly's Great American Summer Celebration – A Great American Country show, delicious summertime food, extra long hours and nightly fireworks make family fun in the Smokies even better! Dollywood is open from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. EVERYDAY!
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1-10
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Smokey Mountain Tunes & Tales – Through August 10, street performers will entertain you with stories, song and music in downtown Gatlinburg beginning at 6 p.m.
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1-17
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Free Parkway Trolley – Until August 17, specially-marked trolley offer free rides through downtown Gatlinburg from traffic lights #1-#10 each day from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Get on and off as often as you'd like!
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2-4
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Tennessee's Annual Sales Tax Holiday Weekend – No tax weekend for back to school shopping on school supplies, clothing and certain computer equipement. Visit tn.gov/revenue/salestaxholiday
Back to School Tax Free Weekend Sidewalk Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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3
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Stringtime in the Smokies and 4th Annual Smokey Mountain Cornhole Tournament – Both events held at Old Mill Square, adjacent to Patriot Park.
Pigeon Forge Midnight 8K Road Race – Sponsored by the Knoxville Track Club and headquartered at Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center. Pigeon Forge.
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3, 10, 17, 24, 31
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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9
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KIDABRA! Grand Finale – Public show featuring The International Association of Family & Kid Show Performers membership. Show begins at 8 p.m. at the Music Road Convention Center. Call (336) 492-7870 for ticket information.
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8-12
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Late Summer Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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15-18
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Smokey Mountains Songwriters Festival – 2nd annual festival celebrates Appalachia's musical roots in Gatlinburg. For more information, call (865) 436-0500 or email george@gatlinburg.com
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23
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Celebrity Concert Series – Asleep at the Wheel and Mandy Barnett concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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24
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Celebrity Concert Series – Mickey Gilley concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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30-31
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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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September
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1-2
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Labor Day Sidewalk Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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2
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Labor Day Tent Sale - The Incredible Christmas Place; for more information call 1-800-445-3396
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4-9
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Sevier County TN Fair – Come out to a traditional hometown fair in Sevierville with award-winning pies, cakes and homemade treasures, a vendors hall, midway, carnival rides, contests and games. Visit the official Sevier County TN Fair at www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
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6-7
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Shades of the Past Rod Run XXXI – Rods, customs and classic cars gather at Dollywood's Splash Country for show, marketplace and swap meet. Call Dan Draper (865) 995-2009 or visit shadesofthepast.com for complete information.
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7, 14, 21, 28
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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12-15
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* Grand Fall Rod Run – Grand Resort Hotel & Convention Center. *Anticipated event. Please confirm event, dates and location.
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12-16
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Fall Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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13-October 31
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Smokey Mountain Harvest Festival – A Sevier County TN TN celebration of autumn features fall festivals, special annual events and beautiful decorations throughout Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
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20
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Celebrity Concert Series – Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius and Lynn Anderson concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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TBA
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16th Annual Taste of Autumn – This annual gathering of local restaurants and food vendors brings some of the finest fare and signature recipes together for an evening of sampling and live entertainment at the Gatlinburg Convention Center beginning at 5 p.m. Event proceeds benefit The United Way of Sevier County TN.
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26-28
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Fast Cars N Mason Jars Moonshine Festival – Ole Smokey Moonshine celebrates Appalachian heritage with this event featuring tours and mountain music. A concert and dinner are also part of the tentative plans. (800) 568-4748
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27-November 3
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Ocktoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Bavarian festival featuring food, music, live entertainment and BEVERAGES! Shows performed daily with multiple performances each weekend. Call Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park at (865) 436-5423 for more information.
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28
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10th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day – Food, fun and entertainment celebrating days gone by at Old Mill Square adjacent to Partriot Park in Pigeon Forge.
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28-29
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Smokey Mountain Fall Trout Tournament - Seasonal fishing tournament welcomes visitors and locals of all ages to enjoy fishing in the Smokies with multiple contests for a variety of categories. Fishing regulations apply. Presented by Greg Ward of Rocky Top Outfitters at rockytopoutfitter.com
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28-October 26
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28th Annual Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – Craft show featuring handmade creations of avid craftspeople from across the USA. This event supports the efforts of the Pigeon Forge Rotary Club. Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge.
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October
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1-26
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28th Annual Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – Craft show featuring handmade creations of avid craftspeople from across the USA. This event supports the efforts of the Pigeon Forge Rotary Club. Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge.
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1-31
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Smokey Mountain Harvest Festival – A Sevier County TN TN celebration of autumn features fall festivals, special annual events and beautiful decorations throughout Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
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1-November 3
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Ocktoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Bavarian festival featuring food, music, live entertainment and BEVERAGES! Shows performed daily with multiple performances each weekend. Call Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park at (865) 436-5423 for more information.
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4-6
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Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival – 9th annual art fair at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts presents juried artists from around the country, food and live music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont and the Sevier County TN Arts Council. (888) 240-1358 or www.gfaf.net
Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure opens its 15th annual spooky event with a special show each Friday-Sunday nights and on Halloween night. No extra charge; not appropriate for young children.
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4-November 2
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Dollywood's National Southern Gospel & Harvest Festival – America's largest southern gospel festival takes place at Dollywood theme park with over 300 southern gospel concerts from industry stars. Southern cookin, harvest crafts, and gospel music! Vist www.dollywood.com for festival entertainment schedule and hours of operation.
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5
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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10-27
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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. Enjoy live country & bluegrass entertainment at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Call (865) 436-7479 or visit www.craftsmenfair.com
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11-13
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Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure opens its 15th annual spooky event with a special show each Friday-Sunday nights and on Halloween night. No extra charge; not appropriate for young children.
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11-14
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Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale – Pigeon River Crossings; for more information visit pigeonrivercrossings.com.
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12
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Gatlinburg Farmers Market – Local farmers offer locally grown produce and home made goods each Saturday through October 12 at Alamo Steakhouse in Gatlinburg from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com
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17-21
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Fall Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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18-19
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Celebrity Concert Series – Don Williams concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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18-20
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Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure opens its 15th annual spooky event with a special show each Friday-Sunday nights and on Halloween night. No extra charge; not appropriate for young children.
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24
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Safe Halloween Celebration - Trick or Treat at the Pigeon Forge Community Center beginning at 6 p.m. Hay rides, games and fun. (865) 429-7373.
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25-27
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Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure opens its 15th annual spooky event with a special show each Friday-Sunday nights and on Halloween night. No extra charge; not appropriate for young children.
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31
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Trick Or Treat Kickoff Carnival – Gather in Gatlinburg at the Aquarium for a full afternoon of live entertainment, your favorite local characters, games and lots of candy. * 11 a.m.-4 p.m. estimated event time.
Ripley's Fright Nights – Ripley's Haunted Adventure opens its 15th annual spooky event with a special show each Friday-Sunday nights and on Halloween night. No extra charge; not appropriate for young children.
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November
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1-2
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Dollywood's National Southern Gospel & Harvest Festival – America's largest southern gospel festival takes place at Dollywood theme park with over 300 southern gospel concerts from industry stars. Southern cookin, harvest crafts, and gospel music! Vist www.dollywood.com for festival entertainment schedule and hours of operation.
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1-3
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Ocktoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg – Bavarian festival featuring food, music, live entertainment and BEVERAGES! Shows performed daily with multiple performances each weekend. Call Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park at (865) 436-5423 for more information.
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7-11
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Veterans Day Sidewalk Sale & Truckload & Tent Sale – Pigeon River Crossing Mall on Teaster Lane, formerly Belz Factory Outlet Mall.
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8
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Celebrity Concert Series – Gene Watson and Jeannie Seely concert at Country Tonite Theatre. Purchase advance tickets at firstclassconcerts.com
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9-December 30
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Dollywood's Annual Smokey Mountain Christmas Festival – Bring the entire family to enjoy special Christmas performances, holiday lights, and traditional family fun at Dollywood theme park. Vist www.dollywood.com for festival entertainment schedule and hours of operation. Close on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.
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11
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Veterans Day Celebration – Salute those who've served our Armed Forces starting at 11 a.m. at Ripley's Aquarium in the Smokies Plaza in downtown Gatlinburg, this 11th annual program will recognize Veterans and pay tribute with ceremonial speeches and musical tributes. Gatlinburg is a designated Regional Site for the Observance of Veterans Day.
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12
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Sevierville's Winterfest Kick Off Music, Lights & Magic - The lights come on at dark but the fun begins with food, free entertainment, kids' games early in the day at the Sevierville Community Center just off Dolly Parton Parkway.
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12-February 28
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Smokey Mountain Winterfest - The Great Smokey Mountains area welcomes winter with light displays from I-40 through Gatlinburg and special wintertime events.
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13
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Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic Kickoff – Begin the Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic season with live entertainment, a chili cookoff and turning on of the lights from 5 to 8 p.m. in downtown Gatlinburg.
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13-29
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Winterfest Trolley Lights Tour – A Fun Time Trolley tour guide takes you to see all the Christmas light displays throughout Pigeon Forge. Departures are at 6:30, 7:45 and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday from Patriot Park. Cost is $5 per person.
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13-February 28
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Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic – Gatlinburg celebrates Christmas and wintertime with citywide light displays that stay lit through February.
Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Christmas Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour throughout the city of Gatlinburg through February. Trolley tours leave the main trolley depot at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Group reservations available.
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26-30
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Gatlinburg's Festival of Trees – Visit a winter wonderful of decorated Christmas Trees, Christmas music and kids crafts and activities at Mills Conference Center in downtown Gatlinburg. Donations accepted for admission. (800) 568-4748
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26-December 8
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Great Smokey Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Members of the Arts & Crafts Community gather at the downtown Gatlinburg convention center for their annual Christmas craft fair. Call (800) 568-4748 or visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
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28-30
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Holiday of Dreams – It's snowing at the Titanic! Experience a real snowfall off the bow of the Titanic Museum Attraction.
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29-30
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Through the holiday season, street performers greet you with characters, stories and caroling along the downtown strip beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening through December.
The Nutcracker "Sweet" – The Smokey Mountain Dance Theater Company presents a special presentation of this holiday classic at 7 p.m. at the Gatlinburg Convention Center Mills Auditorium. For tickets please call (865) 680-7369.
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December
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1-8
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Great Smokey Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Members of the Arts & Crafts Community gather at the downtown Gatlinburg convention center for their annual Christmas craft fair. Call (800) 568-4748 or visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com
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1-30
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Dollywood's Annual Smokey Mountain Christmas Festival – Bring the entire family to enjoy special Christmas performances, holiday lights, and traditional family fun at Dollywood theme park. Vist www.dollywood.com for festival entertainment schedule and hours of operation. Close on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.
Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Christmas Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour throughout the city of Gatlinburg through February. Trolley tours leave the main trolley depot at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Group reservations available.
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1-February 28
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Smokey Mountain Winterfest - The Great Smokey Mountains area welcomes winter with light displays from I-40 through Gatlinburg and special wintertime events.
Gatlinburg Festival of Winter Magic – Gatlinburg celebrates Christmas and wintertime with citywide light displays that stay lit through February.
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2-30
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Winterfest Trolley Lights Tour – A Fun Time Trolley tour guide takes you to see all the Christmas light displays throughout Pigeon Forge. Departures are at 6:30, 7:45 and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday from Patriot Park. Cost is $5 per person.
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38th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade – Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg that brings thousands of people to enjoy elaborate floats, high school bands, local entertainers and huge balloons. Parade begins at traffic light #10 at 7:30 p.m. and continues through to traffic light #10.
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6-7
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Through the holiday season, street performers greet you with characters, stories and caroling along the downtown strip beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening through December.
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7
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51st Annual Christmas Parade - A traditional parade in Sevierville with baton twirlers, beauty pageant winners, highschool marching bands and decorated floats heading up the appearance of Ol Saint Nick! Parade starts in historic downtown Sevierville at 11 a.m.
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7-8
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Christmas on Ice – The Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park ice arena presents local skaters performing to favorite holiday sounds. Visit www.obergatlinburg.com or call (800) 251-9202 for performance times.
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7, 14, 21, 28
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Holiday of Dreams – It's snowing at the Titanic! Experience a real snowfall off the bow of the Titanic Museum Attraction.
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13-14
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Through the holiday season, street performers greet you with characters, stories and caroling along the downtown strip beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening through December.
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15
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Santa Hustle Half Marathon & 5K – Watch or join hundreds of Santas as they make their way through Sevierville.
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20-21
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Winter Magic Tunes & Tales – Through the holiday season, street performers greet you with characters, stories and caroling along the downtown strip beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evening through December.
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31
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New Year's Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks – Ring in the New Year in Gatlinburg at the Space Needle for the 26th annual "Best New Year's Eve in the South" celebration. Complimentary party favors and live entertainment.
New Year's Eve Celebrations – Please call the Pigeon Forge Special Events Center for party venues throughout Pigeon Forge. (800) 251-9100 or (865) 453-8574.
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