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7th Annual
Springfest
March 11 thru June 7
Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg
Tennessee

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City/State
Event/Details
3/11/09
6/7/08
Pigeon Forge,
TN
7th ANNUAL SPRINGFEST
IN PIGEON FORGE

Springfest marks the beginning of
spring in
beautiful Pigeon Forge.
It's a celebration
chock-full of
nearly three months of homestyle
fun and events including and
A Mountain "Quiltfest", Smoky
Mountain Traditions, the Dolly
Parade and Dollywood's Festival of
Nations plus
hundreds of perennials
and trees in bloom.  For more info
Call
800-251-9100 or 865-453-8574
3/11/09
6/7/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
7th ANNUAL SPRINGFEST
IN GATLINBURG

A county-wide festival including
decorating
contests, special events,
local craft shows
and much much
more.   For more information
Please Call  865-436-0500
3/11/09
6/7/09
Sevierville,
TN
7th ANNUAL SPRINGFEST
Enjoy Sevierville in the springtime
as flowers bloom and sales are in full
swing at our outlet stores.
3/28/09
4/27/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN
FESTIVAL OF NATIONS
DOLLYWOOD

This festival provides a one
stop trip around the world.  Enjoy
a variety of
entertainment,
multi-cultural cuisine, and

more. Closed Tuesdays and
Easter Sunday
1-800-DOLLYWOOD
or

www.dollywood.com
5/1/09
5/23/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
SPRING WILDFLOWER
ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts
865-436-5860
5/1/09
5/23/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE
ANNUAL EXHIBITION
Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts
865-436-5860
5/1/09
5/31/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
ATBI PHOTOGRAPH EXHIBIT
EXHIBIT OF LOUIS E. JONES PAINTING
Cliff Dwellers Gallery
865-436-6921
5/1/09
5/2/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN
RELAY FOR LIFE
Patriot Park
2PM - A 24 Hour Event
5/1/09
5/3/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN
SHRINE FUNFEST
Music Road Hotel & Convention Center
865-573-1901
5/1/09
5/2/09
Sevierville,
TN
VW SHOW & SWAP MEET
Sevier County Fairgrounds
865-428-2212
5/1/09
10/24/09
Cherokee,
NC
OCONALUFTEE INDIAN VILLAGE
Drama Road - Near Mountainside
Theater off US 441
Experience Cherokee Village Life in the
1750's - Learn the Cherokee Way of Life
Open Daily 9AM - 5PM
Admission - $15 for Adults
$6 -Children Ages 6-12
Children 5 and Younger - FREE
Group Discounts Available
828-497-2111
5/1/09
5/2/09
Townsend,
TN
17th SMOKIES SPRING FESTIVAL
& OLD TIMERS DAY
This event is a celebration of the
heritage of Townsend, Blount
County, and the Great Smoky
Mountains. Held at the Townsend
Visitors Center. Bluegrass music,
arts & crafts, wildflower & nature
programs, storytelling
5/2/09
5/2/09
Bryson City,
NC
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
FREEDOM TRAIN
Get on board and celebrate our precious
freedom.  A portion of all ticket sales
benefit the Daniel Boone Council Boy
Scouts of America.  Nantahala Gorge
Excursion departing Byrson City at
10:30 AM
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
1-800-872-4681
ANGEL'S VIEW WEDDING CHAPEL
Located in Black Bear Ridge Resort
Pigeon Forge, TN

For Wedding Coordinator Call
800-758-6604 or 865-365-0918

GET YOUR FREE PERSONALIZED
WEDDING PLAN
5/2/09
5/2/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN
SHRINE FUNFEST PARADE
9 AM on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge
Public Welcome
5/2/09
5/2/09
Helen,
GA
WILDFLOWER FEVER I
Smithgall Woods Conservation
Area and Lodge - Helen, GA
Parking Fee
Call For Details - 706-878-3087
5/2/09
5/2/09
Helen,
GA
WINEFEST
Located at the Habersham
Winery- food, music and wine
tasting from the various
local wineries.
706-878-9463
5/3/09
5/3/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
DINNER ON THE GROUNDS
Benefits GSMNP
Cliff Dwellers Gallery
865-436-6921
Autumn Ridge Rentals
P.O. Box 104
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Local:  865-436-4111
Toll Free:  800-397-4343

View Our Cabins
5/7/09
5/7/09
Cherokee,
NC
CHEROKEE VISITOR
APPRECIATION DAY
Cherokee Welcome Center
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
828-497-1054
5/8/09
5/8/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN

24th ANNUAL
DOLLY PARADE
6PM on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge
865-429-7350

5/8/09
5/9/09
Sevierville,
TN
FARMER'S MARKET
& FLEA MARKET

Sevier County Fairgrounds
865-428-2212
5/8/09
5/10/09
Franklin,
NC
G & LW WHOLESALE GEM SHOW
Watauga Festival Center
Highway 441 North of Franklin.
Gem & Lapidary wholesalers.
Contact 601-879-8832
5/8/09
5/10/09
Franklin,
NC
8th ANNUAL
MOTHER'S DAY GEMBOREE
Macon County Community Building
U.S. 441 South of Franklin
Sponsored by the Franklin
Chamber of Commerce.
Featuring gem & minerals, fine
jewelry, and more.
Hours 10am to 6pm Fri. & Sat.,
12noon to 5pm Sunday
Contact 800-336-7829.
5/8/09
5/10/09
Townsend,
TN
BIRDS OF THE SMOKIES
INSTITUTE AT TREMONT
A week-end of birdwatching!
Includes Field Trips
865-448-6709
www.gsmit.org/calendar
5/8/09
5/10/09
Townsend,
TN
AQUATIC NATURAL HISTORY
INSTITUTE AT TREMONT
Overview of unique ecology of
aquatic systems in the Southern
Appalachian Mountains
Includes Field Trips
865-448-6709
www.gsmit.org/calendar
5/9/09
5/9/09
Helen,
GA
JAKES DAY
Smithgall Woods Conservation
Area and Lodge
JAKES stands for Juniors
Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics,
and Sportsmanship
Parking Fee
Call For More Details - 706-878-3087
5/10/09
5/10/09
Bryson City,
NC
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
Pre-book a brunch option available
for passengers riding the Nantahala
Gorge Excursion departing at 10:30 AM
Menu: French Toast with Orange Zest,
Escalloped Ham & Potatoes, Fresh
Fruit Tart, Coffee, Hot Tea, and Mimosas.
Child friendly food option for kids!
Cost: $19 adult and $12 child.
Standard Coach Rate applies on train portion.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
1-800-872-4681
5/11/09
5/15/09
Kodak,
TN
TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL
Smokies vs West Tennessee
www.smokiesbaseball.com
I-40 at Exit 407 - 865-286-2300
comfort suites hotel - Tennessee Smoky Mountains - Exit 407

By Choice Hotels

In The Tennessee
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I40 - Exit 407


Kodak
Sevierville
Pigeon Forge
Gatlinburg

866-930-3165
865-933-3131
5/15/09
5/17/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN

CHEVY CLASSICS ROUNDUP
1955-1957 Chevy Classics Show
Inn at Christmas Place
865-984-3758 - 888-465-9644

5/15/09
5/15/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
GATLINBURG SCOTTISH
FESTIVAL GRAND PARADE
Downtown Gatlinburg
800-568-4748
5/15/09
5/16/09
Sevierville,
TN
5th ANNUAL
BLOOMIN' BBQ & BLUEGRASS
This family-friendly event brings
barbeque cook teams from all over
the United States to Sevierville
as they compete for prizes. Rounding
out the event is bluegrass music, arts
and crafts, kid's games, and the Mountain
Soul Vocal Competition honoring
Sevierville's favorite hometown
girl, Dolly Parton.
888-889-7415
For more information visit:
www.BloominBBQ.com
5/15/09
5/17/09
Townsend,
TN
TROUT FEST IN TOWNSEND
Call Little River Outfitters
For More Information
865-448-9459
5/15/09
5/21/09
Sevierville,
TN
SEVIER COUNTY LIBRARY
BOOK SALE
Call For more information
865-774-6033
5/15/09
5/17/09
Cherokee,
NC
CRUISE THE SMOKIES
SPRING CHEROKEE ROD RUN
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Pre 1972 vehicles
Fri Concert - Jeff "Hoss" Howard
Sat Concert - Magic
Concerts - 6PM - Fair Grounds Amphitheater
828-497-8122
5/16/09
5/17/09
Bryson City,
NC
THE LONE RANGER
New for 2009 - 2-Day Week-End
This exciting event will feature a train
robbery and gun fight.  Activities and
entertainment will be around the Bryson
City depot.  Departure times will be 11 AM
and 1 PM and 3:30 PM.  Passengers will
be on board the train for a one hour and
20 minute adventure.  The Lone Ranger
and Tonto will ride the train on the return
trip passing out silver bullets to children.
Ticket price includes admission to the
Smoky Mountain Trains Museum!
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
1-800-872-4681
5/16/09
5/16/09
Sevierville,
TN
MOUNTAIN SOUL VOCAL
COMPETITION
(Part of the Bloomin BBQ Festival)
Call For more information
888-889-7415
                         
5/16/09
5/17/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
GATLINBURG SCOTTISH
FESTIVAL AND GAMES
28th Annual Scottish clans meeting
featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe
competitions, Highland dancing,
border collie demonstrations,
haggis hurling, entertainment,
whiskey tasting, food &
merchandise vendors.
Location: Mills Park
Admission: daily fee
5/16/09
5/17/09
Gatlinburg,
TN

5th ANNUAL
GATLINBURG FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
A family oriented fine arts
festival featuring juried artists
from around the country, delicious
cuisine and music.
Location: Downtown Gatlinburg
Ripley's Plaza & River Road
Admission: FREE

5/16/09
5/16/09
Townsend,
TN
EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST
AND BIRD WATCHING
INSTITUTE AT TREMONT
Do some birding at Cades Cove
Light Breakfast Provided
865-448-6709
www.gsmit.org/calendar
5/16/09
5/16/09
Helen,
GA
YOUTH FISHING DAY
Smithgall Woods Conservation
Area and Lodge - Helen, GA
Children and their special
"big person" can fish in one
of two ponds stocked with
catfish, bass and bream.
Fish caught in the ponds can be
kept, and staff are available
to assist. Bring your own
bait and rods. Use the Hwy. 75
entrance to the park.
Parking Fee
Call For More Details - 706-878-3087
5/16/09
5/16/09
Maggie Valley,
NC
OLD NEW AND BLUE
BLUEGRASS GOSPEL FESTIVAL
A benefit for Outdoor Mission Camp
10am - 10pm Performances by Ralph
Stanley & the Clinch Mountain Boys,
White Top Mountain Band, Hominy
Valley Boys and many more.  Crafts,
Dance Tent, Jam Sessions.
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
Call 828-926-3253 for Ticket Info
5/16/09
5/16/09
Maggie Valley,
NC
A SALUTE TO ELVIS
& COUNTRY LEGENDS
Eddie Miles
Eaglenest Entertainment - 7:30 PM
Call 828-926-9658 for Ticket Info
www.eaglenestnc.com
5/21/09
5/25/09
Pigeon Forge,
TN
SIDEWALK SALE
Belz Factory Outlet Worlds
865-453-7316
5/21/09
5/25/09
Kodak,
TN
TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL
Smokies vs Birmingham
www.smokiesbaseball.com
I-40 at Exit 407 - 865-286-2300
5/22/09
5/24/09
Cherokee,
NC
4 x 4 TRUCK SHOW
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
Mud trucks, Monster trucks and every
other kind of 4x4 like you've never seen
before!  Come check out this spectacle
of burly oddities and grab yourself a
big day of fun!
828-497-8128 or 800-438-1601
5/22/09
5/23/09
Bryson City,
NC
BRYSON CITY RIVERFRONT PARK
HERITAGE FESTIVAL WEEKEND
Friday Gospel Singing
6:00 pm -9:00 pm
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm.
This two day festival has it all!
Friday night entertainment is
loaded with local talent featuring
an emphasis on old – time gospel.
Saturday entertainment is as
varied as the region - a highlands
pipe and drum corps, classic
country and bluegrass, or
high energy newgrass. In addition
to music, the festival offers local
arts and crafts, food, games for
the kids, and fun for the whole family.
Bryson City Riverfront Park
Mitchell Street
Exit 67 from Hwy. 74
Swain County Chamber of Commerce
800-867-9246
5/23/09
5/23/09
Bryson City,
NC
TWELVE HOURS OF TSALI
Watch team and solo mountain bikers
race for glory in this incredible
endurance relay competition.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
800-232-7238
5/23/09
5/23/09
Sevierville,
TN
THE DINER'S
LOVE OF YOUR LIFE
CRUISE IN
The Diner
865-908-1904
5/23/09
5/25/09
Helen,
GA
MEMORIAL DAY BLAST
Unicoi State Park and Lodge
Join in on relay races, field
day activities, a campfire,
a music concert and hoedown.
Parking Fee
800-573-9659 ext. 305.
5/23/09
5/24/09
Bryson City,
NC
THE LONE RANGER
New for 2009 - 2-Day Week-End
This exciting event will feature a train
robbery and gun fight.  Activities and
entertainment will be around the Bryson
City depot.  Departure times will be 11 AM
and 1 PM and 3:30 PM.  Passengers will
be on board the train for a one hour and
20 minute adventure.  The Lone Ranger
and Tonto will ride the train on the return
trip passing out silver bullets to children.
Ticket price includes admission to the
Smoky Mountain Trains Museum!
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
1-800-872-4681
5/23/09
5/24/09
Maggie Valley,
NC
VETTES IN THE VALLEY
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
Celebrate an American Classic
Over 400 Corvettes attend for People's
Choice Car show, Poker Rally, Sales
Corral, Parade and More!
www.smokyevents.com
Call 828-734-9126
5/26/09
5/30/09
Kodak,
TN
TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL
Smokies vs Huntsville
www.smokiesbaseball.com
I-40 at Exit 407 - 865-286-2300
5/29/09
5/31/09
Gatlinburg,
TN
SUMMER FACULTY EXHIBITION
Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts
865-436-5860
Black Bear Lodging
640 Wears Valley Road
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Local:   865-774-8990
Toll Free:  866-774-8990

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