Events

Join The Appalachian for an intimate five-course dining experience featuring chef-crafted cuisine thoughtfully paired with wines from Forge Cellars.

This unforgettable evening brings together the craftsmanship of The Appalachian's farm-to-fork culinary philosophy and Forge Cellars' vine-to-glass approach to winemaking. Each course has been carefully designed to complement the character and craftsmanship of the featured wines from New York's renowned Finger Lakes region, creating a dining experience that celebrates the connection between exceptional food, remarkable wine, and the people who craft them.

Make a Splash at Mermaid Mondays!

Dive into a world of magic and wonder every single Monday this June and July at Soaky Mountain Waterpark! We are bringing the mythical under-the-sea world to life starting at 10:00 AM with an exclusive chance for your little ones to meet a real-life mermaid. Your family can get up close and personal with Mermaid Alyssa at Boomer's Bay for photos, chats, and games, and then splash into Coyote Springs to swim right alongside her in the water.

Experience a flavorful start to summer at the first annual Black Bear & Berry Jam Festival in the Smokies. This three-day event blends mountain charm with seasonal favorites, featuring live music, family-friendly entertainment, and a variety of berry-inspired foods, from sweet treats to refreshing drinks. Guests can also visit Ober’s Wildlife Habitat for a chance to see black bears up close, along with engaging educational talks and interactive experiences led by wildlife staff. It’s a fun and unique way to celebrate summer in the Smokies.

Step into the spotlight and sing your heart out from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM at The Pines Downtown in historic Sevierville, TN!

This isn’t just any ordinary karaoke night! You’ll be performing in the exact building where country music superstar Dolly Parton took the stage for her very first paid gig at just 10 years old. Initially opened in 1944 as a state-of-the-art theater hosting Western films and music icons like June Carter Cash and Chet Atkins, this beautifully renovated historic hall perfectly blends rich musical heritage with modern entertainment. You can even snap a photo with the famous exterior mural celebrating the legends who started it all right here!

Make a Splash at Mermaid Mondays!

Make a Splash at Mermaid Mondays! Dive into a world of magic and wonder every single Monday this June and July at Soaky Mountain Waterpark! We are bringing the mythical under-the-sea world to life starting at 10:00 AM with an exclusive chance for your little ones to meet a real-life mermaid. Your family can get up close and personal with Mermaid Alyssa at Boomer's Bay for photos, chats, and games, and then splash into Coyote Springs to swim right alongside her in the water.

Join us for a breathtaking summertime spectacle! Watch as several professional balloonists light up the evening sky with a vibrant "balloon glow," painting the horizon with a spectrum of color against the stunning backdrop of a Tennessee sunset. Experience the Festival The Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival offers something for everyone. This year’s event is packed with activities for the whole family, including live entertainment, artisan craft demonstrations and vendors, a food truck court, and a beer tent. To cap off the evening, visitors can enjoy a spectacular 20-minute laser light show.

The Wears Valley Fall Fest brings visitors together to celebrate the Smoky Mountains and the beautiful fall colors, crafters, entertainers, activities, and more.

Every year hundreds of fans pour into the Gatlinburg Convention Center to come to the Christmas In The Smokies Bluegrass Festival. While the bluegrass festival is enough fun for anyone, there is so much more to offer in Pigeon Forge! The festival is held in the heart of Pigeon Forge on Parkway. The whole city is decorated for Christmas and sparkles everywhere you go at night. There is lots of shopping, food, and fun in Pigeon Forge. Come join us this year at the festival!

Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Gatlinburg with the annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade! Join us as we welcome the arrival of Santa Claus in this award-winning, enchanting celebration that has delighted over 20,000,000 spectators from around the world.

Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Gatlinburg with the annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade! Join us as we welcome the arrival of Santa Claus in this award-winning, enchanting celebration that has delighted over 20,000,000 spectators from around the world.

Gatlinburg, Tennessee, will welcome the New Year in unforgettable style with its annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks Show at the base of the Gatlinburg Space Needle (traffic light #8) on Thursday, December 31, 2025.