11 – August 1

Kids Fest - Dollywood's celebration of children and their younger siblings returns for another summer guaranteed to make the entire Smoky Mountain Vacation. See www.dollywood.com for show times and hours.

June 11 - August 7

Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales - Gatlinburg brings mountain culture and atmosphere to the city as local musicians and performers perform throughout the downtown area, telling stories, playing bluegrass and the old music of the Appalachians. 800-568-4748

July 2

Music on the Square - Music Performances at the Old Mill Square in front of the Pottery House Cafe. www.oldmillsquare.com

July 4

20th Annual Patriot Festival - The Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge explodes with people, live entertainment all night, and fireworks, fireworks, fireworks! 865-453-8574

Midnight Parade/River Regatta/Fireworks Display - A busy day for the city of Gatlinburg; starting with the country's earliest Fourth of July Parade at Midnight, 5 minutes after 11:55 P.M. on July 3rd, followed by the popular River Raft Regatta river race, and then the Fireworks show as soon as the sun sets.

July 16-24

Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - The Arts and Crafts Community gathers at the W.L. Mills Auditorium for a full week's worth of demonstrations, crafts and country music. Those who come to the mountains to see what we do will not be disappointed. www.craftsmenfair.com

August 1-31

Celebrate Freedom! "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)" www.mypigeonforge.com/celebratefreedom

August 13-14

Stringtime in the Smokies - Music performances at the Old Mill Square in front of the Pottery House Cafe - www.oldmillsquare.com

September 10-11

Shades of Past Rod Run XXVIII - One of Pigeon Forge's favorite events. Take witness to souped up engines and models you've only seen in books from ages ago. www.shadesofthepast.com

September 16 - 19

Grand Fall Rod Run - The big finale for the Rod Runs of Pigeon Forge, expect to see hundreds if not thousands of incredible Hot Rods parading downtown and tens of thousands of spectators lining the sidewalks.

September 23

13th Annual Taste of Autumn - The Taste of Autumn is an event showcasing the best food and Live Entertainment in the area to benefit the United Way.  $25 Donation. Gatlinburg Convention Center.

September 25

7th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day - The Old Mill holds a day-long festival to celebrate the old ways and Appalachian Culture. www.oldmillsquare.com

September 25-26

Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament - The 11th Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is hosted by Rocky Top Outfitter of Pigeon Forge and features multiple categories for contest. Open to children and adults. www.rockytopoutfitters.com

October 1-30

National Gospel and Harvest Celebration - Dollywood opens its doors to tens of thousands of fans who look forward to the park hosting a whole month of nonstop Gospel performances in addition to Artisan showcasing. www.dollywood.com

October 2-30

Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair - The Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge provides a tent for many local artists to gather and show their wares and skills. Admission by donation. 865-909-3446

October 7-23

Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - The Arts and Crafts Community gathers at the W.L. Mills Auditorium for a full week's worth of demonstrations, crafts and country music. Those who come to the mountains to see what we do will not be disappointed. www.craftsmenfair.com

October 28

10th Annual Safe Halloween Celebration - Pigeon Forge Community Center - 865-429-7373

Belz Annual Halloween Egg Hunt - Belz Outlets, 6:00 P.M. 865-453-7316

November 6 - January 1

Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival - Dollywood celebrates Christmas the way it was meant to be celebrated, with nightly parades, Christmas music and performances, night time rides, hot chocolate and more! www.dollywood.com

November 9

21st Annual Winterfest Kickoff - Patriot Park. Special guests, live entertainment and some words from the Mayor and other administrators. Then the "switch" and the start of the Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights! Patriot Park - 865-453-8574

November 10

Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff - The downtown section of Gatlinburg, the entire street, shuts down to occupy all the chili vendors and entertainment and people that are expected to accommodate the event. The Winter lights are turned on as the main event for the evening. 865-436-4178.

November 11

Veteran's Day Celebration - Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies is the stage for a series of tributes to America's Veterans; current and former. All Branches will be recognized. 11:00 a.m.

November 23-27

Festival of Trees - Dozens and dozens of trees of all sizes and shapes line the rows at the W.L. Mills. It's an extremely popular, festive and colorful occasion that benefit the Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries. www.smarm.org