Events
The Kennedy Conspiracy: Fact & Fiction – Alcatraz East
While it has been 63 years since President John F. Kennedy's assassination, people remain intensely interested in him and the conspiracy theories surrounding his death. Alcatraz East Crime Museum is expanding its exhibit titled "The Kennedy Conspiracy: Fact & Fiction" and it will remain open through May 2026. The popular temporary exhibit explores the conspiracy […]
Burden of Proof: The Case Against James Earl Ray – Alcatraz East
Alcatraz East's 'Burden of Proof: The Case Against James Earl Ray' exhibit explores the life of assassin James Earl Ray, featuring a range of artifacts including his watch and personal items from his prison cell. It will also display handwritten calligraphy from Coretta Scott King, the wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. at the time […]
Jurassic Adventure at The Island in Pigeon Forge
The Island in Pigeon Forge is thrilled to announce the arrival of Jurassic Adventure, an epic experience 200 million years in the making! This larger-than-life FREE experience will transport guests […]
Cades Cove Vehicle Free Days
Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers Cades Cove Vehicle-Free Days every Wednesday from May 6 to Sept. 30. These designated days give pedestrians and cyclists an opportunity to experience the 11-mile […]
Free Summer Movie Series at The Forge Cinemas
The Forge Cinemas in Pigeon Forge is bringing back its popular Free Summer Movie Series for Summer 2026! Families and visitors can enjoy FREE select movie showings every Tuesday, Wednesday, […]
Inside the Murdaugh Murders – Alcatraz East
A modern American tragedy. A Lowcountry dynasty. A story that gripped the nation. When Mandy Matney released the first episode of her investigative podcast, The Murdaugh Murders, she began to […]
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration
Bring your friends and family to Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration, a popular Pigeon Forge Event in the summertime! Ride rollercoasters all day until 10 pm, see fun, family-friendly shows, play in "gazillions" of bubbles, learn about music & create lasting memories.
Titanic July 4th American Flag Display
Celebrate Independence Day at the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, where nearly 4,000 American flags are displayed in front of the Titanic Ship in honor of July 4.
250 Years of Protecting America – Alcatraz East
The nation is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Alcatraz East Crime Museum is honoring America’s Semiquincentennial by putting the role law enforcement has […]
Applause Talent National Dance Competition
The Applause Talent National Dance Competition takes place this July at the LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge.
Arise Youth Conference – C.T. Townsend Ministries
ARISE YOUTH CONFERENCE, a ministry of CT Townsend Evangelistic Ministries, will emerge on the Great Smoky Mountains to enjoy the Best. Week. EVER! On July 20-23, 2026, thousands of teens […]
An Evening with Neal McCoy – Country Tonite Theatre
Join us on the Country Tonite stage in Pigeon Forge, TN, for an incredible live performance of country music by Neal McCoy!