Smoky Mountain Events

There’s always something exciting happening in the Smoky Mountains! Parades, festivals, craft shows, fireworks, live music — these are just some of the many exciting events in the Smoky Mountains visitors can attend throughout the year! Take a look at the upcoming Smoky Mountain events below, and see what’s happening while you’re in town!

Appalachian Wordfest

Feb 28, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026

Sevierville - Tennessee, 37862

This event is designed to bring together authors, poets, publishers, and book lovers to celebrate Appalachian literature. This one-day event will run from 9:00am-3:00pm at the Sevierville Convention Center.

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Get Lucky At The SkyBridge

Mar 01, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026

Celebrate St. Patricks Day all March long this year by trekking 500 feet above Gatlinburg to enjoy the record-breaking SkyBridge's green lights! All 680 feet of the bridge will be illuminat...

Spring Event

Gatlinburg

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Gatlinburg SkyPark Highlining Event

Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026

Check out thrilling highline shows from 10am-3pm on March 13–14!

Winter Event

Gatlinburg

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I Will Always Love You Music Festival

Mar 13, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Come celebrate Dolly Parton's biggest hit "I Will Always Love You" at this major event. Beloved musicians and up-and-coming artists will be featured, all while celebrating Dolly as a singer ...

Spring Event

Pigeon Forge

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