One of the best special events to start a new year in the Smokies (or anywhere in America, we might argue) is the Pigeon Forge Wilderness Wildlife Week, which we have going on this year from January 28th to February 1st. The event is somewhat on the rare side of Smoky Mountain events where it’s arguably geared more towards locals and a serious study of the subject than many others we have that are intended…
Category: Events in the Smokies
The communities of the Smoky Mountains provide events and festivals throughout the year that support the businesses in the area throughout the year. Millions of people come to the Smokies every year, it is an excellent investment opportunity and residence.
Winterfest Celebrations in the Smokies | Live in the Smokies
Winterfest is a celebration, created by the communities of the Smokies to carry the tourist season further throughout the year. Over 30 years old now, the annual Winterfest Celebration in the Smoky Mountains has become very popular and a family tradition for many. Weekends fill with light viewers and shoppers and those looking to experience a bit of Christmas Magic. Over 5 million lights shine through the season and bring a delightful display of Holiday…
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
A Smoky Mountain Autumn is pretty fantastic. Temperatures remain warm but not as warm as summer and the more crisp air is a delight to experience in the higher elevations. As the humidity lessens the views of the Smokies improve! Gatlinburg is never more beautiful than during the Harvest Festival. Businesses are challenged to compete for the People’s Choice award for best Fall decorations and it makes the community a delight to be in. Pigeon…
July 4th Independence Day in the Smokies
The Patriot Festival is Pigeon Forge’s traditional 4th of July celebration featuring a huge stage with performances from the afternoon on until late in the night when the fireworks explode overhead! Across the park, vendors are selling food and merchandise, activities like a water house, inflatable slides and bounce houses, lumberjack sports and more are set up, thousands come out to enjoy the games, entertainment and the surrounding Old Mill area and its many stores, and classic…