FEBRUARY

SEVIERVILLE
February 1- 28 - Sevierville’s Smoky Mountain Winterfest - See millions of twinkling holiday lights throughout the Great Smoky Mountains area. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) www.VisitSevierville.com

February 5-7 - Annual Smoky Mountain Home Show - Sevierville Events Center Open to the public. Admission is $5 for adults. $8 for weekend pass; Children 12 and under are free. For more information call Sandy Smith (865) 453-4712 www.seviercountyhba.com

February 5 - Smoky Mountain Ducks Unlimited Winter Flight Banquet & Auction – 6pm River Plantation Conference Center. Advance Tickets $40 single $60 couple (865) 428-3443 www.ducks.org tn3530@pioneercredit.net

February 27 - Rose Glen Literary Festival – Lectures and book signings from Sevier County authors and those who have written books about Sevier County during this day-long event held at Walters State Community College. (865) 453-6411

GATLINBURG
February 1-2 – Tennessee Winter Special Olympics – Winter sports competitions including ice skating, snowboarding and snow skiing. Ober Gatlinburg (800) 251-9202

February 1-28 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm – The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (800) 568-4748

February 1-26 – Night Magic Skiing – Monday through Friday (non-holidays)6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ober Gatlinburg (865) 436-5423

February 4, 11, 18, 25 – Rock Gatlinburg – Aspiring high school and middle school band performers and individual musicians get the opportunity to meet and receive guidance from professional musicians during this event hosted by the Recreation Department at the Community Center on five consecutive Thursdays through February. Participants can learn about computer recording, explore professional work opportunities and walk away with a CD recording. For information, contact Laurence Evans or Dave Anderson (865) 436-4990

February 12-13 – Anna Porter Public Library Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Enjoy this annual locally produced and cast theatrical performance at Mills Auditorium. The performance is a fundraiser for APPL and includes dinner. (865) 436-5588

PIGEON FORGE
February 4-5 - Smoky Mountain Gospel Jubilee – Country Tonite Theatre; Free, limited seating, 1st come basis; for more information call 1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

February 12-13 - Belz Sidewalk Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

February 19-20 - Black Oaks Heights Baptist Church Convention – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

February 25-28 - 10th Annual Saddle Up! – TBD; for more information call (865) 453-8574 or visit www.mypigeonforge.com/saddleup

February 26-27 - Tennessee Shindig presents the “5th Annual Western Jamboree” starring Riders In the Sky, along with the Tennessee Shindig Entertainers – Tennessee Shindig; for more information call 1-888-908-3327 or visit www.tnshindig.com

February 26-28 - Belmont Heights Couples Retreat – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

MARCH

SEVIERVILLE
March 6-8 - Norton’s Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market – Sevierville Events Center
865/436-6151

March 11 – June 7 - Smoky Mountain Springfest – Enjoy spring decorations, mountain wildflowers and plenty of great events during Smoky Mountain Springfest. For more information call 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) or www.VisitSevierville.com

March 13 - The Diner Rats 2nd Annual Shamrock Saturday Cruisin’ for Food – Bring canned or boxed non-perishable food for Sevier County Food Ministries or Wears Valley Ranch. Cruise begins at noon at Smokies Stadium and proceeds to The Diner, rain or shine. (865) 908-1904 www.thediner.biz

March 20 - Smoky Mountain Thunder Motorcycle & Car Show – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds
(865) 654-1851

March 26-27 - Corvette Expo and Auction – Sevierville Events Center 865-687-8303 www.corvetteexpo.com

GATLINBURG
March 11-31 – Smoky Mountain Springfest – A countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748

March 11 – Pirate’s Ball – Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic, Inc. presents its fourth annual Pirate’s Ball fundraiser sponsored by Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Guests can enjoy a "tropical climate" and live music, dancing, food and drink, with a special party for the kids. For more information, call Elaine Miller (865) 774-7684.

March 12-14 – Gatlinburg Screenfest – Independent Film Festival at River Terrace Resort with the goal of creating, connecting and sharing a film festival with anyone and everyone who wants to be a part of the independent movie industry. The focus is on “Bringing movies to the Mountains.” www.gatlinburgscreenfest.com

March 13 – Holly and Shamrock Parade – St. Nicholas Meets St. Patrick – If a gathering of more than 750 Santa Clauses, Mrs. Clauses, elves and even reindeer won’t be enough to
mesmerize you, how about a parade? The second annual parade starts in the early evening and features floats, carriages, decorated wagons, bands and singers to help these happy St. Nicks to party with the Irish! For more information, visit www.hollyandshamrock.com or call (800) 568-4748.

March 13-16 – Celebrate Santa – Santa Claus is coming to Gatlinburg! Join hundreds of Santa Clauses and Mrs. Clauses as they gather at the Convention Center for their convention, trade show and gala. Imagine a town filled with Santas, Mrs. Clauses, Reindeer Owners and Breeders and even Elves. Real-bearded and designer-bearded Santas and even those who have never donned the red suit (but think they might like to) are welcome. For more information or to register, visit www.celebratesanta.com or call (865) 244-5231

March 31 – Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show – Unique handcrafted gifts and products produced by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are placed on display and offered for sale as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Demonstrations are part of the show. For information, visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com or call (800) 568-4748

PIGEON FORGE
March 4-6 - Couples Retreat 2010 – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

March 4-7 - Simone’s Epic Conference 2010 – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

March 5-6 - Winter Carnival of Magic - Country Tonite Theatre; 8 p.m. show, for more information call 1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

March 6 - East TN Children’s Hospital “Cutest Little Baby Face” Contest Photo Session – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

March 8-14 - North American Country Music Association International (NACMAI) - Country Tonite Theatre; Monday - Saturday competition free to the public. Saturday evening show and Sunday afternoon awards show admission charged. For more information call 1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

March 10-14 - 16th Annual “A Mountain Quiltfest™” – Music Road Convention Center; for more information call (865) 453-8574 or visit www.mountainquiltfest.com

March 12-14 - Church of God Winterfest – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call (865) 428-5787.

March 18-21 - Tennessee Moose Association – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

March 20 - East TN Children’s Hospital “Cutest Little Baby -Face” Contest Grand Finale - Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

March 26-27 - Youth Outreach for Christ – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

March 26-April 2 - 14th Annual Great Smoky Mountains GRACE Bible Conference – Holiday Inn Resort; for more information call David at (423) 534-8486.

March 27 - Belz Annual Easter Egg Hunt – Belz Outlets, 10:00 am; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

March 27 – April 26 - Festival of Nations – Dollywood; for more information call
1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit www.dollywood.com (Closed Tuesdays and Easter Sunday, April 4)

APRIL

SEVIERVILLE
April 17 - Master Gardener’s Event – Buy plants and get gardening tips from Sevier County’s master gardeners at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds. (865) 453-3695

April 24 - The Diner’s Spring Fling Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in - 865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
April 1-30 – Smoky Mountain Springfest – Join in a countywide celebration of the season, featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748

April 1-3 – Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show – Unique handcrafted gifts are made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community and placed on display as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. For more information, visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com or call (800) 568-4748

April 4 – Easter Sunrise Service at Ober Gatlinburg – Early morning Easter Service at Ober Gatlinburg includes complimentary tram service to the top of the resort begins at 6 a.m. Service begins at 6:30 a.m. Breakfast buffet available. (800) 251-9202

April 10 – Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon – The third annual triathlon, which is headquartered at the Community Center and starts at 8:15 a.m., is open to anyone 15 years and older capable of swimming one-half mile, biking twenty kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. Awards will be given in multiple age categories (men’s and women’s division), plus a mixed team relay event, plus a mixed team relay event. Pre-registration is required.
(865) 436-4990

April 10 – Music of the Mountains – In association with the City of Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains Association, Great Smoky Mountains National Park presents its sixth annual event. This year’s activities begin at Sugarlands Visitors Center with free, limited-seating performances by a series of acts through the afternoon. The event culminates in an evening concert at W.L. Mills Conference Center. For more information, visit www.eventsgatlinburg.com

April 17 – Mountain Man Memorial March – This third annual 26.2-mile march starts in downtown Gatlinburg at 7 a.m. as a challenging tribute to our men and women in uniform. The course includes highway and rural road stretches in addition to rugged terrain and mountain slopes. The event honors 1LT Frank Walkup, a University of Tennessee-Knoxville alumnus who in 2007 was killed in the line of duty in Iraq. Pre-registration is required, with
Military Heavy, Military Light and Civilian entry categories. Call 865-974-8858 or visit www.mountainmanmarch.com for more information.

April 21 to 24 – 60th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage and Greener Living Expo Celebrate and enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors. New for 2010, the exposition features sustainability themes. For more information, call (865) 436-7318 ext. 222 or visit www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org

April 22 – Ribfest & Wings – Enjoy the area’s best ribs and wings as well as live entertainment during this popular ninth annual event. One admission price allows sampling until the ribs and wings run out as the Parkway transforms into a Street Fair. (800) 568-4748
PIGEON FORGE

April 3 - Easter Egg Hunt & Breakfast with the Easter Bunny – Pigeon Forge Community Center; Breakfast 8 am Egg Hunt 10 am; for more information call 865-429-7373.

April 3-4 - Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – For more information call Greg Ward at (865) 661-3474 or visit www.smokymountaintrouttournament.com

April 8-9 - Conservative Christian Ministries 5th Annual Ladies Retreat in the Smokies – Holiday Inn Resort Hotel; for more information call Connie Harman at (276) 964-5663 or visit www.conservativechristianministries.com

April 9 - Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Music Road Hotel & Convention Center Spectators Welcome – Free; for more information call (804) 264-8663.

April 9-10 - Retreat for Christ - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

April 12 - Community Night – Pigeon Forge High School; for more information call
865-453-8574.

April 15-18 - Belz Truckload Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

April 15-18 - GRAND SPRING ROD RUN- Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

April 16 - Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Music Road Hotel & Convention Center Spectators Welcome – Free; for more information call (804) 264-8663.

April 23 - Fiesta-Val Band and Chorus Competition - Music Road Hotel & Convention Center Spectators Welcome – Free; for more information call (804) 264-8663.

April 30-May 2 - RUMBLE IN THE HILLS Motorcycle Rally - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

MAY

SEVIERVILLE
May 11-13 - BBQ Boot Camp - Learn BBQing techniques from Champion BBQ Cookers during the three day BBQ Boot Camp in Sevierville, TN. Sign up for 1, 2 or 3 days of cooking. Registration is $50 per day or $125 for all three days. Register at www.BloominBBQ.com

May 14-15 - Bloomin’ BBQ & Bluegrass - The largest event in Sevierville! Tennessee State Championship Barbeque Cook-Off, FREE bluegrass concerts from rising stars and bluegrass legends, kids games, great food and authentic mountain crafts. Admission is FREE. For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce 1-888-889-7415 or visit www.BloominBBQ.com

May 22 - The Diner’s Loves of Your Life Cruise In Open car show and cruise in 865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
May 1-31 – Smoky Mountain Springfest – Join in a countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748

May 14 – Gatlinburg Scottish Festival Grand Parade – All Scots are invited to march or ride in the parade as a kickoff to the 29th Annual Scottish Festival & Games. Parade begins at 6 p.m. at traffic light #10, downtown Gatlinburg. For more information, visit www.gsfg.org.

May 15-16 – Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games – 29th Annual Scottish clans meeting at Mills Park featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment and whiskey tasting, along with food & merchandise vendors Visit, www.gsfg.org for more information.

May 15-16 – Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival – This sixth annual family oriented fine arts festival at Ripley’s Plaza and River Road features juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts and Sevier County Arts Council. (888) 240-1358 or www.gfaf.net

PIGEON FORGE
May 3-8 - 6th Annual Southern Gospel Music FanFair – Smoky Mountain Convention Center; for more information call (205) 662-4826 or visit www.sgmfanfair.com

May 7 - 25th Annual Dolly Parade – 6 p.m.; for more information call(865) 453-8574 or visit www.mypigeonforge.com

May 8 – Shrine FunFest Parade – 9:00 a.m. On the Parkway – Public Welcome

May 13-15 - 32nd Annual F-100 Supernationals and All Ford Show – Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Facility; for more information call (423) 623-4644, (423) 623-1871, (423) 465-5855 or visit www.f100supernationals.com or the host hotel, Grand Resort Hotel at 1-800-251-4444

May 21-22 - Relay for Life – Patriot Park; for more information call Robin Kurtzat
(865) 908-5789 or visit www.relayforlife.org/seviertn

May 28 - Celebrity Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

May 28-30 - AdventureCon, Pop Culture & Collectable Expo - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

May 28-31 - Belz Sidewalk Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

JUNE

SEVIERVILLE
June 5-7 - Norton’s Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market – Sevierville Events Center 865-436-6151

June 10-12 - Parker’s Greatest Knife Show – Large-scale collectable knife show at Sevierville Events Center (423) 892-0448

June 10-12 - Dumplin Valley June Fest – Top bluegrass artists in a 3 day festival.
865-397-7942

June 26 - The Diner’s June Jam Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in – 865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
June 1-6 – Smoky Mountain Springfest – Join in a countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748

June 11-30 – Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm – All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers performing along the Parkway every evening during this fourth annual event! Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society
(800) 568-4748

PIGEON FORGE
June 4-5 - Ponitacs in Pigeon Forge – Classic Car Show – Music Road Hotel & Convention Center; for more information contact (865) 379-9595.

June 10-12 - 19th Annual Smoky Mountains Storytelling Festival™ - TBD; for more information call (865) 453-8574 or visit www.mypigeonforge.com/storytelling

June 10-12 - Belz Truckload Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlet.com

June 11-13 - All Chevy Supernationals – Pigeon Forge Municipal Parking Facility; for more information call (423) 623-4644, (423) 623-1871, (423) 465-5855 or visit www.autoshows.cc or the host hotel, Grand Resort Hotel at 1-800-251-4444.

June 11-August 1 - KidsFest™ - Dollywood; for more information call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit www.dollywood.com

June 15-20 - Music City Gospel Showcase – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

June 18 - Celebrity Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

June 24-27 - Great Smoky F-100 Run – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

JULY

SEVIERVILLE
July 2 - Tanya Tucker in Concert at Country Tonite Theatre- 1-800-792-4308

July 24 - The Diner’s Hot Nights, Cool Cars Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in
865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
July 1-31 – Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm – All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this fifth annual event! Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society (800) 568-4748

July 3 – 4th of July Midnight Parade,– Saluting the valiant men and women of our military services, this 35th annual showcase is the “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!” Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin July 4th. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country during this Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. (800) 568-4748

July 4 – River Raft Regatta – Visitors can enjoy a fun, unmanned, floatable object race for the whole family. Free registration begins at 10 a.m. at bridge beneath chair lift. Race begins at noon and ends at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies bridge where prizes will be awarded in several different categories. (800) 568-4748

July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation’s “Independence Day” with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m. with this grand display. Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society (800) 568-4748

July 16-24 – Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair at Gatlinburg Convention Center – Art, crafts and music lovers will discover over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (865) 436-7479 or visit www.craftsmenfair.com

PIGEON FORGE
July 2 - Music on the Square – Old Mill Square; for more information call (865) 428-0771 or visit www.oldmillsquare.com

July 2 - Tanya Tucker in Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

July 3 - 20th Annual Patriot Festival – Patriot Park; for more information call (865) 453-8574.
July 8-11 - SEAA Girl’s Slow Pitch World Series – Pigeon Forge City Park; for more information call (865) 717-4932 or visit www.seaayouth.com

July 20-25 - SEAA Girl’s Fast Pitch World Series – Pigeon Forge City Park; for more information call (865) 717-4932 or visit www.seaayouth.com

July 22-25 - Belz Truckload Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

July 23-24 - George Jones In Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

July 30-August 1 - Volunteer Cat Club Show – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

AUGUST

SEVIERVILLE
August 28 - The Diner’s Back to School Cruise In - Open car show and cruise in
865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
August 1-7 – Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm – Through early August, visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this fourth annual event! (800) 568-4748

PIGEON FORGE
August 1-31 - Celebrate Freedom!™ - Join us in honoring America’s heroes during the entire month of August. Participating businesses offer exclusive discounts to veterans, all branches of active duty, Reserves, National Guard, retired military, law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel (ID required). For information call (865) 453-8574; 1-800-251-9100; or visit www.mypigeonforge.com/celebratefreedom

August 11-14 - KIDABRA! – The Association of Family & Kidshow Performers – Music Road Hotel & Convention Center; Registration Required. Grand Finale Public Show 8/14 @ 8:00 p.m.; for more information call (336) 492-7870.

August13-14 - Stringtime in the Smokies, presented by The Old Mill - Old Mill Square; for more information call (865) 428-0771 or visit www.oldmillsquare.com

August 13-15 - Smoky Mountain Bull Dog Club – Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

August 23-25 -14th Annual World Premiere Gospel Concert – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

SEPTEMBER

SEVIERVILLE
September 6–11 - Sevier County Fair - Traditional hometown fair with a midway, carnival rides, games, contests and concerts at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds. Adult admission $3, children under 12 FREE (Tip: Get an Unlimited Ride Wristband coupon at www.myseviercountyfair.com) (865) 453-0770

September 11-12 - Weekend Tea Party & 9-11 Memorial Events – The Diner (865) 908-1904
September 11-13 - Norton’s Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market – Sevierville Events Center
865-436-6151

September 16-18 - Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival – Enjoy three days of music from the nation’s best Bluegrass musicians. (865) 397-7942 www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com

September 17-October 31 - Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival Enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of a Smoky Mountain Harvest. Leaf looking, special events, shows, shopping and attractions make this a great time of year to visit Sevierville. For more information call
1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) or www.VisitSevierville.com

September 22-25 - Great Smoky Mountain Annual Auto Fest at Smokies Stadium See a wide variety of autos, attend the swap meet and car corral, enjoy cash and prize giveaways, a Thursday night cruise in and downtown block party. Registration is limited to the first 1500 cars. Registration $30, Gate Admission $5 – Gates open 8am-6pm daily (865) 850-4806 www.smokymtnautofest.com

GATLINBURG
September 17 to 30 – Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival – A countywide celebration of harvest season in Gatlinburg features festivals, special events and autumn-themed displays. (800) 568-4748

September TBA – Library Luau – Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies hosts its fifth annual fall fundraiser benefiting the Anna Porter Public Library at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment and refreshments included. (865) 436-5588

September TBA – Great Gatlinburg Shark Race – Festivities start at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza with live entertainment, food & fun and opportunity to win fantastic grand prizes. Rubber sharks are released into the Little Pigeon River at the Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens bridge to race downstream, first one to cross the finish line wins! Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. (865) 453-4261

September 23 – 13th Annual Taste of Autumn – Sample signature dishes from the area’s finest restaurants. Enjoy live entertainment, live auction with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. Doors of the Gatlinburg Convention Center open at 5 p.m.
(800) 568-4748

September TBA – Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – The 11th Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is open to adults or children – and equally challenging for both visitors and locals, with multiple categories to be contested in this largest trout tournament in the Smokies. All Gatlinburg and state fishing regulations will be observed. For information, call 865-661-3474, visit www.rockytopoutfitter.com or email rockytopoutfit@aol.com

PIGEON FORGE
September 2-6 - Belz Sidewalk Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

September 10-11 - Shades of the Past Rod Run XXVIII – National Parks Resort Lodge & Smoky River Ranch; for more information call Dan Draper at (865) 995-2009 or visit www.shadesofthepast.com

September 16-19 - Belz Truckload Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call
(865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

September 16-19 - Grand Fall Rod Run – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

September 23-26 - Tennessee Moose Association – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

September 24 - Celebrity Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

September 25 - 7th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day – Old Mill Square; for more information call (865) 428-0771 or visit www.oldmillsquare.com

September 25-26 - Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – For more information call Greg Ward at (865) 661-3474 or visit www.smokymountaintrouttournament.com

OCTOBER

SEVIERVILLE
October 1-2 - 31st Annual Circle Your Wagens VW Show – Sevier County Fairgrounds
865-654-8009

October 2-3 - Robert Tino’s Smoky Mountain Homecoming – Located at the Robert Tino Gallery and Farm off Hwy 66, next to Buddy’s BarBQ. Smoky Mountain Homecoming unveils Robert Tino’s latest mountain print. This event will feature two days of art, bluegrass music, story telling, mountain crafts and displays, kids games, petting zoo and pony rides, kids art classes, antiques, and a farmers market. Admission is free. (865) 453-6315 or 1-800-675-6961 www.smokymountainhomecoming.com

October15-16 - Corvette Expo and Auction – Sevierville Events Center 865-687-8303 www.corvetteexpo.com

October 23 - The Diner’s 7th Anniversary Cruise In - Open car show and Cruise In
865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

GATLINBURG
October 1-31 – Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival – A countywide celebration of harvest season featuring special events, festivals, craft shows, autumn-themed displays and more. (800) 568-4748

October TBA – “Vintage Views” Film Premiere – Featuring classic film clips gleaned from family home movie collections, this nostalgic film produced by the Tennessee Archive of Moving Image and Sound (TAMIS), debuts at 7 p.m. at the historic Riverside Motor Lodge. The montage will be Bradley Reeves and Louisa Trott. A reception featuring artists and authors of the Smoky Mountain region is part of the festivities. For more information, call (865) 436-0500

October 7-23 – 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. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday until 5 p.m. at Gatlinburg Convention Center. Call (865) 436-7479 or visit www.craftsmenfair.com

PIGEON FORGE
October 1-30 - National Gospel and Harvest Celebration – Dollywood; for more information call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit www.dollywood.com (Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays)

October 1-31 - 14th Annual Pigeon Forge HarvestFest – For more information call
(865) 453-8574; 1-800-251-9100.

October 2-30 - Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair – Patriot Park; for more information call (865) 909-3446.

October 8-11 - Belz Sidewalk Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

October 11-13 - Gloryfest Senior Adult Conference - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-866-739-2123.

October 15-17 - Rocky Top Cat Club – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

October 21-24 -Belz Truckload Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

October 22 - Celebrity Concert - Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call
1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

October 25-30 - Samoyed Club of America, Inc. National Specialty Dog Show - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

October 28 - Belz Annual Halloween Egg Hunt – Belz Outlets, 6:00 p.m.; for more information (865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

October 28 - 10th Annual Safe Halloween Celebration (Trick or Treat) - Pigeon Forge Community Center; hosted by the City of Pigeon Department of Parks and Recreation. For more information call (865) 429-7373

NOVEMBER

SEVIERVILLE
November 5-6 - Genealogy Conference – Historic walking tour of downtown Sevierville, special heritage preservation presentations and a dinner gala. (865) 908-7988

November 6 - The Diner’s Veterans Day Cruise In - Open car show and Cruise In
865-908-1904 www.thediner.biz

November 8 – February 28, 2011 - Smoky Mountain Winterfest Enjoy millions of twinkling lights throughout the Great Smoky Mountains area. 1-888-738-4378 www.VisitSevierville.com

November 8 – February 28 - Winterfest in 3D Glasses Giveaway - Pick up a free pair of Winterfest in 3D Glasses at the Sevierville Visitor Center on Hwy 66 while supplies last. These glasses help you see Winterfest in a whole new light as every point of light shifts into a snowflake. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) www.VisitSevierville.com

November 8 - Sevierville’s Winterfest Kick Off Music, Lights & Magic – Free food, local entertainment, kids’ games and fireworks make this event fun for everyone! The evening wraps up with “flipping the switch” on the area’s first Winterfest lights. Call 1-888-738-4378 www.VisitSevierville.com

November 13-15 - Norton’s Apparel, Jewelry & Gift Market – Sevierville Events Center
865-436-6151

GATLINBURG
November 10 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm Kickoff and Chili Cookoff – The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Downtown Parkway by turning on over three million lights. Enjoy live entertainment, sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses and vote for your favorite. (800) 568-4748

November 10-30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm – The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs.
(800) 568-4748

November 10-30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm Trolley Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm lighting displays. Departure is from the Ripley’s Aquarium Trolley Station. Group reservations are available. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Tickets on sale October 15 (865) 436-0535

November 11 – Veterans Day Celebration – Join the City of Gatlinburg in saluting the men and women of America who have served in our Armed Forces in this special ceremony on Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. This eighth annual program begins at 11 a.m. and includes stirring
musical tributes, ceremonial words and recognition of Veterans in attendance. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeastern Tourism Society (800) 568-4748

November 23-27 – Gatlinburg’s Festival of Trees – Dozens upon dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees await visitors in this winter wonderland at Gatlinburg Convention Center’s W.L. Mills Conference Center. Event benefits Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries. (GSE) (800) 568-4748

November 23-30 – Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com or call (800) 568-4748.

November 26-27 – Winter Magic Tunes & Tales tm – Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling and entertainment along the Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this fourth annual event! (800) 568-4748

November 26-27 – The Nutcracker “Sweet” – Presented by the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company, enjoy this holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg, with performances at 7 p.m. in W.L. Mills Auditorium. Call (865) 680-7369 for information and reservations

PIGEON FORGE
November 4-5 - MLC Ladies Conference & Retreat – Music Road Hotel & Convention Center; Advance Registration Required; for more information call (706) 226-3312.

November 4-6 - Chosen Ladies Conference Hosted by Watts Bar Church of God - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

November 6-January 1, 2011 - Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival – Dollywood; for more information call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD or visit www.dollywood.com (Operating days vary. Closed 11/25, 12/24 & 25, 12/31)

November 9 - 21st Annual Winterfest Kickoff – Patriot Park; for more information call
(865) 453-8574.

November 10-30 - Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights – Fun Time Trolley Station @ Patriot Park; (Mon. through Fri. only) 6:30 p.m.; $5.00; Call Trolley Office @ (865) 453-6444 for reservations and departure times.

November 11-14 - Belz Sidewalk Sale – Belz Outlets; for more information call
(865) 453-7316 or visit www.belzoutlets.com

November 12 - Ronnie McDowell & Billy Joe Royal in Concert – Country Tonite Theatre; for more information call 1-800-792-4308 or visit www.countrytonitepf.com

November 13 - ATVA National Banquet & Awards - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

November 19-21 - Turkey Strut Square Dancers Weekend - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

November 20 - Tellebration – TBD; for more information call (865) 453-8574.

November 21 - Pigeon Forge Community Chorus Holiday Concert – TBD, for more information call (865) 453-8574.

DECEMBER

SEVIERVILLE
December 4 - Sevierville’s 48th Annual Christmas Parade –A traditional hometown parade with baton twirlers, pageant winners, marching bands and floats leading up to the appearance of the Grand Marshal – Santa Claus! Parade begins at 11am and can best be viewed on Forks of the River Parkway and Court Avenue in historic downtown Sevierville, TN 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) www.VisitSevierville.com

December 9-11 - Parker’s Greatest Knife Show – Large-scale collectable knife show at Sevierville Events Center (423) 892-0448

GATLINBURG
December 1-19 – Winter Magic Tunes & Tales tm – Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling and entertainment along the Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this fourth annual event! (800) 568-4748

December 1-31 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm – The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (800) 568-4748

December 1-30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm Trolley Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. Departure is from the Ripley’s Aquarium Trolley Station. Group reservations are available. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Tickets on sale October 15 (865) 436-0535

December 1-5 – Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual holiday show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com or call (800) 568-4748.

December 3 – Gatlinburg’s 35th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade – This popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as one of the very best by the International Festival and Events Association. Parade features lighted floats, marching bands, equestrian units and helium balloons. Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. at Traffic Light #1A and continues through downtown to Light #10. Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society (800) 568-4748

December TBA – Christmas on Ice – Enjoy the spirit of the season as local skaters display their talents on ice to the sounds of holiday music in a two-day performance at Ober Gatlinburg’s ice arena. Visit www.obergatlinburg.com or call (800) 251-9202

December 31 – New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show & Ball Drop on Historic Nature Trail at the Parkway – For the 23rd straight year, the Space Needle area at traffic light #8 comes alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show. Features free party favors and live entertainment. “Best New Year’s Eve Show in the South.” (800) 568-4748

PIGEON FORGE
December 1-30 - Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights – Fun Time Trolley Station @ Patriot Park; (Mon. through Fri. only) 6:30 p.m.; $5.00; Call Trolley Office @ (865) 453-6444 for reservations and departure times.

December 7 - Tree Lighting Ceremony – Pigeon Forge Community Center; For more information call (865) 429-7373.

December 29-31 - Exit Winter Conference - Smoky Shadows Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

December 29-31 - Xtreme Youth Conferences – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

December 31 - 29th New Years Eve Extravaganza – Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center; for more information call 1-800-251-4444.

December 31 - New Year’s Eve Celebrations - Various Venues; for more information call (865) 453-8574; 1-800-251-9100.