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!

Enchanted Christmas at Anakeesta

Nov 14, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026

Gatlinburg - Tennessee, 37738

Have a blast celebrating the Christmas season at Anakeesta, with lights displays, holiday cheer, and even hot cocoa! This event is part of general admission to the park.

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Sevierville Christmas Parade

Dec 06, 2025 - Dec 06, 2025

Be part of Sevierville’s 63rd Annual Christmas Parade. The parade steps off at 11 am on Saturday, December 7, from the parking lot of First Baptist Church Sevierville.

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Strength to Stand Student Bible Conference

Dec 28, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025

Strength to Stand exists to proclaim Jesus to a generation of students searching for identity, purpose, and hope. For over 30 years, they’ve been utilizing evangelistic events to fulfill ...

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Pigeon Forge

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Gatlinburg - New Year's Celebration and Fireworks Show

Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 01, 2026

Gatlinburg will ring in the new year under the cover of the iconic Gatlinburg Space Needle for its Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show on December 31. Since 1987, this free,...

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Gatlinburg

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