Tag: things to do Pigeon Forge

Local Attractions August 12, 2026

Mountain Quiltfest 2027: 500 Quilts, $20,000 in Prizes & Free Admission

The 32nd Annual A Mountain Quiltfest runs June 7–11, 2027 at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge — five days of quilting classes, workshops, and demonstrations anchored by a free public quilt show featuring more than 500 competing works and nearly $20,000 in prize money. Twenty thousand visitors attend each year, and admission to the show and vendor hall is completely free. Here's what to expect and how to register for classes before they fill up.

Local Attractions June 15, 2026

Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion 2026: Dates, Tickets & What to Expect

The 14th annual Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion rolls into Pigeon Forge's LeConte Center August 20–22, 2026 — three days of vendor expos, off-road trail rides, and the Show & Shine competition that draws over 50,000 attendees from across the country. Whether you're bringing your own rig or just curious what all those Jeeps are doing in town, here's everything you need to know.

Local Attractions June 12, 2026

Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown 2026: Dates, Schedule & What to Expect

The Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown rolls into the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge on July 31 and August 1, 2026 — a two-day national truck show featuring custom semi-trucks, live music, food vendors, and a nighttime light show that's unlike anything else on the Smokies summer calendar. Last year more than 155 trucks from across the country entered the show, raising over $50,000 for charity. Here's the full schedule and everything you need to plan your visit.