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Knoxville Events & Contacts / Resources
Note: All listed contact information is for Knoxville & phone numbers use area code 865 unless noted.
Emergency
911
Nonemergency
Fire Dept. 429.7381 &
Police Dept. 453.9063
225 Pine Mountain Rd./2553 Veterans Blvd. &
225 Pine Mountain Rd.
county ambulance 453.3248
City Tourism Info.
Welcome Center 1950 Parkway Open Mon. – Fri. 830A-5P 453.8574
Information Center (satellite office) 3107 Parkway
Chamber of Commerce 231 Dollywood Ln. Open 830A–5P 453.5700
LeConte Center (convention center) 2986 Teaster Ln. 429.7432
Pigeon Forge Trolley Office 186 Old Mill Ave. Open 10A - 10P 453.6444
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/routes-and-schedules.aspx Please check website for hours/routes.
Community Center 170 Community Center Dr. Open Mon. - Fri. 6A - 9P, Sat. 8A - 6P, Sun. 1P - 6P 429.7373
Features include basketball, racquetball, bowling, swimming and much more.
Library (next to Community Center) 2449 Library Dr. 429.7490
Grocery Stores
Food City Express 3625 Parkway 453.4977
Food City 3064 Teaster Ln. 505.8306
Publix 2656 Parkway 774.2030
Kroger 220 Wears Valley Rd. 774.7831
Catrina Latin Store 3971 Parkway 366.1800
Family Dollar 641 Wears Valley Rd. 428.5722
Dollar General 3049 Wears Valley Rd. 428.1678
Dollar General 2970 Parkway 280.0395
Dollar Tree 141 E. Wears Valley Rd. 908.0073
Medical
First Med Family Medial 3342 Parkway 453.1924
Urgent Care of the Smokies 2656 Parkway #4 366.3264
Mountain View Family Medicine 119 Sugarfoot Way 453.9045
Dental
Pippin Dental Care 110 Glennhill Ln. (Sevierville) 453.6789
Pet Medical
Animal Care
Animal Clinic 503 Maple Ln. 428.8381
Loving Care Kennels (boarding) 3779 Tinker Hollow Rd. 453.2028
TN Roads
TN Road Conditions & Construction Local call 511 OR 877.244.0065 www.tn511.comm
City Parks
Main Office 200 Gary R. Wade Blvd. 429.1504
Patriot Park 186 Old Mill Ave.
Riverside park dedicated to veterans, with a gazebo, walking trail, monuments & host to community events.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-patriotpark.aspx
Wear Farm City Park 623 Wears Valley Rd.
Features small paved trail, nature preserve area, 5 300’ lighted softball/baseball fields, a lighted football field, a multi-purpose field, 2 playgrounds, 3 shelters, a basketball court & concession stand/restroom buildings.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-wearfarmpark.aspx
Riverwalk Trail (From Community Center to Patriot Park area.)
The Riverwalk Greenway in Pigeon Forge features a nice paved trail you can walk, run or bike. The Riverwalk Trail is located on the east bank of the Pigeon River, is lit at night and there are benches along.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-greenways.aspx
Fishing/Hunting License
TN Fish & Wildlife 1.800.332.0900 www.gooutdoorstennessee.com
Golf Course
Gatlinburg Golf Course in Pigeon Forge 520 Dollywood Lane 453.3912 www.golf.gatlinburg.com
Horseback Riding
Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa LLC 909 Little Cove Rd. 428.9398
Childcare
Little Lamb Child Care 1154 Wear Valley Rd. 453.7470
Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains 2446 Library Dr. 774.0039
Laundry
Hatcher's Cleaners 103 Sugarfoot Way 774.0900
Eastgate Laundry 335 Wears Valley Rd. #5 366.2496
Pigeon Forge Coin Laundry 3123 Veterans Blvd.
Emergency
911
Nonemergency
Fire Dept. 429.7381 &
Police Dept. 453.9063
225 Pine Mountain Rd./2553 Veterans Blvd. &
225 Pine Mountain Rd.
county ambulance 453.3248
City Tourism Info.
Welcome Center 1950 Parkway Open Mon. – Fri. 830A-5P 453.8574
Information Center (satellite office) 3107 Parkway
Chamber of Commerce 231 Dollywood Ln. Open 830A–5P 453.5700
LeConte Center (convention center) 2986 Teaster Ln. 429.7432
Pigeon Forge Trolley Office 186 Old Mill Ave. Open 10A - 10P 453.6444
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/routes-and-schedules.aspx Please check website for hours/routes.
Community Center 170 Community Center Dr. Open Mon. - Fri. 6A - 9P, Sat. 8A - 6P, Sun. 1P - 6P 429.7373
Features include basketball, racquetball, bowling, swimming and much more.
Library (next to Community Center) 2449 Library Dr. 429.7490
Grocery Stores
Food City Express 3625 Parkway 453.4977
Food City 3064 Teaster Ln. 505.8306
Publix 2656 Parkway 774.2030
Kroger 220 Wears Valley Rd. 774.7831
Catrina Latin Store 3971 Parkway 366.1800
Family Dollar 641 Wears Valley Rd. 428.5722
Dollar General 3049 Wears Valley Rd. 428.1678
Dollar General 2970 Parkway 280.0395
Dollar Tree 141 E. Wears Valley Rd. 908.0073
Medical
First Med Family Medial 3342 Parkway 453.1924
Urgent Care of the Smokies 2656 Parkway #4 366.3264
Mountain View Family Medicine 119 Sugarfoot Way 453.9045
Dental
Pippin Dental Care 110 Glennhill Ln. (Sevierville) 453.6789
Pet Medical
Animal Care
Animal Clinic 503 Maple Ln. 428.8381
Loving Care Kennels (boarding) 3779 Tinker Hollow Rd. 453.2028
TN Roads
TN Road Conditions & Construction Local call 511 OR 877.244.0065 www.tn511.comm
City Parks
Main Office 200 Gary R. Wade Blvd. 429.1504
Patriot Park 186 Old Mill Ave.
Riverside park dedicated to veterans, with a gazebo, walking trail, monuments & host to community events.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-patriotpark.aspx
Wear Farm City Park 623 Wears Valley Rd.
Features small paved trail, nature preserve area, 5 300’ lighted softball/baseball fields, a lighted football field, a multi-purpose field, 2 playgrounds, 3 shelters, a basketball court & concession stand/restroom buildings.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-wearfarmpark.aspx
Riverwalk Trail (From Community Center to Patriot Park area.)
The Riverwalk Greenway in Pigeon Forge features a nice paved trail you can walk, run or bike. The Riverwalk Trail is located on the east bank of the Pigeon River, is lit at night and there are benches along.
www.cityofpigeonforge.com/parks-greenways.aspx
Fishing/Hunting License
TN Fish & Wildlife 1.800.332.0900 www.gooutdoorstennessee.com
Golf Course
Gatlinburg Golf Course in Pigeon Forge 520 Dollywood Lane 453.3912 www.golf.gatlinburg.com
Horseback Riding
Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa LLC 909 Little Cove Rd. 428.9398
Childcare
Little Lamb Child Care 1154 Wear Valley Rd. 453.7470
Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains 2446 Library Dr. 774.0039
Laundry
Hatcher's Cleaners 103 Sugarfoot Way 774.0900
Eastgate Laundry 335 Wears Valley Rd. #5 366.2496
Pigeon Forge Coin Laundry 3123 Veterans Blvd.
Knoxville
Summer Events
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Please note that while every effort is made to ensure accuracy, some events may have been changed or canceled.
Music in the Mountains Spring Parade
Original Date: May 1
NOTE: Postponed. Awaiting official Pigeon Forge City announcement.
Pigeon Forge Parkway
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/music-in-the-mountains-spring-parade
Wilderness Wildlife Week
NOTE: Canceled. Next year is February 2 - 4, 2021
Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/wilderness-wildlife-week
Gatlinburg Farmer's Market
May 16 - Mid-October
1222 East Parkway
http://www.gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com/
Ober Gatlinburg MayFest
NOTE: Canceled. Next year is May 21 - June 1, 2001
https://obergatlinburg.com/event/mayfest-2020/
Catapalooza Catfishing Expo
Rescheduled for May 21 - 23, 2021
LeConte Center
https://www.catapaloozapftn.com/
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament
June 13 - 14
Gatlinburg river
https://www.rockytopoutfitter.com/cv
Free Gatlinburg Parkway Trolley Shuttle
June 13 - August 8
800.568.4748
Teammate Basketball National Championship
June 17 - 21
NOTE: Moved to Rocky Top Sports World (Gatlinburg) from Pigeon Forge.
Confirmed via phone.
https://teammatebasketball.com/Site/Teammate-Nationals
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
June 19 - August 3
Downtown Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/
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Knoxville
Summer Events (continued)
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
June 19 - August 3
Downtown Gatlinburg, Nightly 6 - 11 PM
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/
Dollywood's Summer Celebration
June 20 - August 2
https://www.dollywood.com/
Daddy Daughter Dance
June 23
Titantic Pigeon Forge
https://titanicpigeonforge.com/titanics-daddy-daughter-princess-date-night-q
Rising Star Talent
June 23 - 26
LeConte Center
https://risingstartalent.com/schedule.htm
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
June 19 - August 3
Downtown Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/
Nuway-Tyrant Wrestling Smoky Smash
June 28 - 30
NOTE: Cancelled.
LeConte Center
https://www.tyrantwrestling.com/tyranttournaments
Gatlinburg July 4th Midnight (12:01 AM) Parade &
River Raft Regatta
July 4
NOTE: The July 4th Midnight is canceled, but the River Regatta & Fireworks are still happening.
Gatlinburg Parkway/Historical Motor Nature Trail &
Between Christ of the Smokies bridge and Ripley’s Aquarium.
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/gatlinburg-river-raft-regatta/
30th Annual Patriot Fireworks
July 4
Patriot Park
https://www.pigeonforgepatriotfestival.com/
Rainbow National Dance Competition &
Kids Artistic Revue National Finals
July 9 - 14
LeConte Center
https://www.rainbowdance.com/
http://jobs.dancekar.com/schedule
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair
July 10 -19
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://craftsmenfair.com/
Titantic Flashlight Tours
July 11, 18 & 25
Titantic Pigeon Forge
https://titanicpigeonforge.com/titanic-pigeon-forge-events
SEAA's Girl's Fast Pitch World Series Opening Ceremony
July 12
The Island
&
SEAA's Girl's Fast Pitch World Series
July 13 - 19
Wear Farm City Park
https://seaayouth.net/
Arise Youth Conference
July 20 - 24
LeConte Center
https://cttownsend.com/arise/
Ponies in the Smokies
July 29 - August 1
Convention Center (Sevierville)
https://poniesinthesmokies.com/
South Eastern Shrine Association Shrine Parade & Convention
Rescheduled for August 2021.
Pigeon Forge Parkway
https://seshrine.org/
Celebrate Freedom
Area-wide
August 1 - 31
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/celebrate-freedom
6th Annual Veterans Parade
August 8
Pigeon Forge Parkway
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/veterans-homecoming-parade
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair
August 8 - 25
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://craftsmenfair.com/
Grand National F-100 Show
August 13 - 15
LeConte Center
https://www.gnf100show.com/
Smoky Mountain Pedal Car Show
August 19 - 22
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
http://www.smokymountainpedalcarshow.com/
Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival
August 20 -23
NOTE: Confirmed via phone.
Gatlinburg
Sponsors: Gatlinburg Inn, Ole Red, Ole Smoky & B.M.I.
http://gatlinburgsongwriters.com/
GSM Jeep Club Invasion
August 20 -22
LeConte Center
https://www.greatsmokymountainjeepinvasion.com/
Dollywood Rock the Smokies
August 22
NOTE: Awaiting official Dollywood announcement.
https://www.dollywood.com/
Pentecostal Fellowship Annual Summit
September 8 - 10
LeConte Center
http://www.worldwidepf.com/
Shades of the Past Hot Rod Roundup
September 11 -12
Dollywood Splash Country
https://www.shadesofthepast.com/
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
September 6 - 30
Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/to-do/events/fall/
Whoadeo Kid's Event
September 12
NOTE: Currently closed. Awaiting official Stampede announcement.
Dolly Parton's Stampede
https://dpstampede.com/
Gatlinburg's Taste of Autumn
September 17
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/taste-of-autumn/
Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run
September 17 -19
LeConte Center
https://www.pigeonforgerodruns.com/car-show/fall-rod-run/
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Dollywood's Splash Country is the perfect mountain oasis for families to cool down and chill out this summer. Located adjacent to Dollywood theme park, Dollywood's Splash Country features a variety of water attractions for both the thrill-seekers and pool-loungers in your family. Add in a private retreat and a delicious poolside treat, and your crew is set for the perfect day of togetherness in the Smoky Mountain sunshine.
Bear Mountain Fire Tower®: A soaking awaits you and your family at Bear Mountain Fire Tower.
Big Bear Plunge®: Take the "plunge" on this extreme white water rafting adventure ride that takes you banking through dark caverns with winding bends and steep drops reminiscent of challenging river expeditions.
Mountain Scream: You'll scream with excitement as you race down your choice of winding corkscrew tunnels or aggressive quadruple-drop slides.
SwiftWater Run: It’s a rush of white water fun on SwiftWater Run, Dollywood’s Splash Country’s thrill ride.
TailSpin Racer: Experience the wet and wild twists, turns and thrills of Dollywood’s Splash Country’s newest attraction.
The Butterfly: Be prepared for steep drops at Dollywood's Splash Country as you plunge down two 55-foot-long extreme slides on the Butterfly.
The Cascades™: An 8,000-sq.-ft. lagoon-style pool, featuring more than 25 interactive elements.
Wild River Falls: The many rivers in the Great Smoky Mountains are a playground for nature lovers.
Source Credit: Dollywood's Splash Country website.
Dollywood's Splash Country is the perfect mountain oasis for families to cool down and chill out this summer. Located adjacent to Dollywood theme park, Dollywood's Splash Country features a variety of water attractions for both the thrill-seekers and pool-loungers in your family. Add in a private retreat and a delicious poolside treat, and your crew is set for the perfect day of togetherness in the Smoky Mountain sunshine.
Bear Mountain Fire Tower®: A soaking awaits you and your family at Bear Mountain Fire Tower.
Big Bear Plunge®: Take the "plunge" on this extreme white water rafting adventure ride that takes you banking through dark caverns with winding bends and steep drops reminiscent of challenging river expeditions.
Mountain Scream: You'll scream with excitement as you race down your choice of winding corkscrew tunnels or aggressive quadruple-drop slides.
SwiftWater Run: It’s a rush of white water fun on SwiftWater Run, Dollywood’s Splash Country’s thrill ride.
TailSpin Racer: Experience the wet and wild twists, turns and thrills of Dollywood’s Splash Country’s newest attraction.
The Butterfly: Be prepared for steep drops at Dollywood's Splash Country as you plunge down two 55-foot-long extreme slides on the Butterfly.
The Cascades™: An 8,000-sq.-ft. lagoon-style pool, featuring more than 25 interactive elements.
Wild River Falls: The many rivers in the Great Smoky Mountains are a playground for nature lovers.
Source Credit: Dollywood's Splash Country website.
Knoxville
Fall Events
Gatlinburg's Taste of Autumn
September 17
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/taste-of-autumn/
Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run
September 17 -19
LeConte Center
https://www.pigeonforgerodruns.com/car-show/fall-rod-run/
Dollywood's Harvest Festival
September 25 - October 31
https://www.dollywood.com/
Gatlinburg Wine Tour &
Gatlinburg Wine Weekend
September 25 & 26
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gatlinburg-wine-weekend-2020-presented-by-courtyard-by-marriott-gatlinburg-tickets-60622909755?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=gatlinburg.com
OctoberFest
September 25 - November 1
Ober Gatlinburg
https://obergatlinburg.com/oktoberfest/
17th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day
September 26
NOTE: Confirmed via phone.
Old Mill Square
https://old-mill.com/the-old-mill-heritage-day/
National Quartet Convention
September 27 - October 3
NOTE: Confirmed via phone.
LeConte Center
https://natqc.com/
Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Crafts Festival
October 1 - 31
NOTE: Verified via phone.
Patriot Park
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/pigeon-forge-rotary-club-craft-fair
The Legend of Hallow Mountain at Anakeesta
October 1 - 30
Anakeesta
https://www.anakeesta.com/hallowmountain/
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
October 2 - 24
Downtown Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament
October 3 - 4
Gatlinburg river
https://www.rockytopoutfitter.com/cv
Ripley's Fright Nights
October 4 - 27, Weekends
Ripley's Haunted Adventure
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/ripleys-fright-nights/
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair
October 8 - 25
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://craftsmenfair.com/
Women of Joy
October 9 - 11
LeConte Center
https://womenofjoy.org/upcoming-events/2020-10-09---2020-10-11---pigeon-forge-tn---the-leconte-center/106/
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge
October 16 - 18
NOTE: Tentative on group securing entire hotel.
Mainstay Suites
http://www.pontiacsinpigeonforge.com/
Color Me Mutt 5K
October 24
NASCAR Speedway (Sevierville)
https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Sevierville/ColorMeMutt
Trick or Treat Kickoff Carnival
October 31
Ripley's Aquarium Plaza
Chili Cook-Off
November 12
Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/chili-cookoff/
September 17
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/taste-of-autumn/
Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run
September 17 -19
LeConte Center
https://www.pigeonforgerodruns.com/car-show/fall-rod-run/
Dollywood's Harvest Festival
September 25 - October 31
https://www.dollywood.com/
Gatlinburg Wine Tour &
Gatlinburg Wine Weekend
September 25 & 26
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gatlinburg-wine-weekend-2020-presented-by-courtyard-by-marriott-gatlinburg-tickets-60622909755?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=gatlinburg.com
OctoberFest
September 25 - November 1
Ober Gatlinburg
https://obergatlinburg.com/oktoberfest/
17th Annual Old Mill Heritage Day
September 26
NOTE: Confirmed via phone.
Old Mill Square
https://old-mill.com/the-old-mill-heritage-day/
National Quartet Convention
September 27 - October 3
NOTE: Confirmed via phone.
LeConte Center
https://natqc.com/
Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Crafts Festival
October 1 - 31
NOTE: Verified via phone.
Patriot Park
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/pigeon-forge-rotary-club-craft-fair
The Legend of Hallow Mountain at Anakeesta
October 1 - 30
Anakeesta
https://www.anakeesta.com/hallowmountain/
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
October 2 - 24
Downtown Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament
October 3 - 4
Gatlinburg river
https://www.rockytopoutfitter.com/cv
Ripley's Fright Nights
October 4 - 27, Weekends
Ripley's Haunted Adventure
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/ripleys-fright-nights/
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair
October 8 - 25
Gatlinburg Convention Center
https://craftsmenfair.com/
Women of Joy
October 9 - 11
LeConte Center
https://womenofjoy.org/upcoming-events/2020-10-09---2020-10-11---pigeon-forge-tn---the-leconte-center/106/
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge
October 16 - 18
NOTE: Tentative on group securing entire hotel.
Mainstay Suites
http://www.pontiacsinpigeonforge.com/
Color Me Mutt 5K
October 24
NASCAR Speedway (Sevierville)
https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Sevierville/ColorMeMutt
Trick or Treat Kickoff Carnival
October 31
Ripley's Aquarium Plaza
Chili Cook-Off
November 12
Gatlinburg
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/chili-cookoff/
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