EVENTS

Gatlinburg MountainFest
August 17 - 18
Admission: FREE
"Gatlinburg is known throughout much of America as the Gateway to the Smokies and for its rich mountain heritage? Summer is one of the peak travel seasons to Gatlinburg and what a perfect time to introduce a new event! Gatlinburg’s 2nd MountainFest – A Celebration of Our Heritage – kicks off Friday, August 17, with two fun-filled days of bluegrass and genuine Appalachian mountain music, along with crafters and .
As the Bicentennial Celebration continues, a new addition to MountainFest TM this year will be a tribute to “Old Timers’ Day” in honor of the Gatlinburg Bicentennial. “Old Timers’ Day” was originally started by the Pi Beta Phi Settlement School in 1923 as a way to bring the community together, especially the older folks, to share stories and crafts and have a fun time with old fashioned entertainment. It was held every year until the changing lifestyles of the 1950s resulted in the event’s decline and eventual dissolution.
MountainFest TM will revive “Old Timers’ Day” with storytelling, special demonstrations, husband calling and pig calling contests and a special panel discussion of some of Gatlinburg’s seniors recalling the early days of Gatlinburg. A special area will be set aside for the “Old Timers’ Day” events as part of MountainFest TM.
Local crafters will demonstrate their skills as passed down from generation to generation. Entertainment will include numerous popular mountain bands, including some of the acts participating in Smoky Mountain Tunes & TunesTM, as well as clogging groups.
On Saturday, August 18, listen as music talents playing fiddles, banjos, and guitars compete for awards and cash prizes in the Mountain Strings Competition.
The MountainFestTM celebration takes center stage from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday, August 17 and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, August 18 in Downtown Gatlinburg."

OTHER THINGS TO DO IN GATLINBURG & PIGEON FORGE

June 8 - Aug. 12
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales. Gatlinburg’s past comes to life as characters from the city’s mountaineer history fill the streets to Smoky Mountain tales and musical performances. Fourteen acts nightly from 6-11 p.m.. - Downtown Gatlinburg, TN.
Aug.1
Pam Tillis/Mel Tillis at Dick Clark's American Bandstand. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.2
John Kay and Steppenwolf at Dick Clark's American Bandstand. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.2
Family Fun for Free "The Day After" at Helicopter Whirl'd Adventures. Families can enjoy a free outdoor movie on the lawn at sunset (Approximately 9:00 PM.) -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.3
"Weird Al" Yankovic at Dick Clark's American Bandstand.-Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug 5
Sandy Patti at Dick Clark's American Bandstand.-Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug 9.
The Outlaws at Dick Clark's American Bandstand.-Pigeon Forge, TN.
Family Fun for Free "Operation Dumbo Drop" at Helicopter Whirl'd Adventures. Families can enjoy a free outdoor movie on the lawn at sunset (Approximately 9:00 PM.) -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.10
Brenda Lee at Dick Clark's American Bandstand -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug 11-12
StringTime in the Smokies. Bluegrass Celebration. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug. 15
Doobie Brothers at Dick Clark's American Bandstand. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug 16
Family Fun for Free "Big Fat Liar" at Helicopter Whirl'd Adventures. Families can enjoy a free outdoor movie on the lawn at sunset (Approximately 9:00 PM.) -Pigeon Forge, TN
Aug. 17
Mickey Gilley at the Country Tonite Theatre. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.17-18
Gatlinburg MountainFest. Two days of mountain heritage, food, crafts, and entertainment. - Downtown Gatlinburg, TN
Aug 11-18.
8th AnnualCelebrate Freedom! -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug.22
Beach Boys at Dick Clark's American Bandstand. -Pigeon Forge, TN
Aug.22
Food City Family Race Night. Join Food City at Sevierville’s NASCAR SpeedPark for food, fun and the chance to meet NASCAR drivers. The event benefits United Way of Sevier County. –Sevierville, TN.
Aug.23
Family Fun for Free "Cars" at Helicopter Whirl'd Adventures. Families can enjoy a free outdoor movie on the lawn at sunset (Approximately 9:00 pm.)-Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug. 23-25
Bluegrass in the Smokies at Riverside Campground.Enjoy bluegrass in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains at Riverside Campground and Resort this summer (423) 345-3510. www.bluegrassinthesmokies.com – Sevierville, TN.
Aug. 24
Jo Dee Messina at Dick Clark's American Bandstand. -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug. 25
International Mercury Owners Association (IMOA) 2007 Show. Mercury enthusiasts will have a chance to meet other Mercury owners and admire their beautiful automobiles (8 AM - 3 PM.) -Pigeon Forge, TN.
Aug. 27-29
World Premiere Gospel Music Concert. -Pigeon Forge, TN

Rip Roaring Adventures Whitewater Rafting has a special on their 3:00pm and 4:00pm rafting trips on the Pigeon River - GREAT FAMILY FUN!!!
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