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2008 CALENDAR EVENTS
APRIL 2008
1-June 8
Smoky Mountain Springfest - A countywide celebration of the season in the cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.
1-June 8 6th Annual Pigeon Forge Springfest - Springfest welcomes three whole months of festivities including the Dolly Parade.
1-30
Dollywood's Festival of Nations – The South's largest international festival featuring more than 200 performers celebrating music, dance, art and food.
5,
2008 Warbird Gathering From 10:00am to 6:00pm for more information call 1-866-286-8738 ext 22 www.tnairmuseum.org
5
THE DINER's Too-Late-for-April Fools Cruise In
Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, Noon to 5+ PM, Drawings & Prizes before 6 PM. Come prepared to have fun and kick off THE DINER's Cruise In 2008 season.
5
Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon – The second annual triathlon at the Community Center starts at 8:15 a.m. and is open to anyone 15 years and older capable of swimming one-half mile, biking twenty kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. Awards will be given in eleven age categories (men's and women's division): 15-20; 21-30; 31-40; 41-50; 51-plus years, plus a mixed team relay event. Participants must pre-register by Monday, April 9. Cost is $25 for individuals and $45 per relay team. (865) 436-4990
9
TN Smokies Home Opener against Jacksonville (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
23rd Annual Dolly Parade - Marching bands, festive floats, entertainers, celebrities, and area businesses come together to welcome springtime to Pigeon Forge. Dolly Parton leads the parade, which officially opens a new season of entertainment in Pigeon Forge. The park celebrates its season opener the following day.
14
TN Smokies vs Montgomery (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
17-19
Spring Grand Rod Run. -Pigeon Forge, TN
17
Ribfest & Wings - Enjoy the area's best ribs and wings as well as free entertainment. One admission allows sampling until the ribs run out!
Downtown Gatlinburg.
19
Tractor Pull at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
23-27
58th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage - Enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 170 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors.
24-27
Goldwing Riders Association
26
Master Gardener's Plant Sale – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
MAY 2008
1-5
Dollywood's Festival of Nations – The South's largest international festival featuring more than 200 performers celebrating music, dance, art and food.
1-June 8
6th Annual Pigeon Forge Springfest - Springfest welcomes three whole months of festivities including the Dolly Parade.
1-June 8
Smoky Mountain Springfest - A countywide celebration of the season in the cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.
3
Volunteer Jam- Concert at Smokies Stadium (865) 286-2300
3
THE DINER's LOVES OF YOUR LIFE Cruise In -
Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, Noon to 7+ PM, Drawings & Prizes before 7 PM. Come prepared to have fun and honoring our commitment to God, Family (especially your spouse), your car (of course), Burgers & BBQ.
3-4
Circle Your Wagens (VW Show) – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
10
TN Smokies vs Huntsville (865) 286-2300
www.smokiesbaseball.com
15-17
Chevy Classics Round-up - 1955,1956,1957 Chevy Classic Show
16
Gatlinburg Scottish Festival Grand Parade - All Scots are invited to march or ride in the parade as a kickoff to the 26th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games. Parade begins at 6 p.m. at traffic light #10, downtown Gatlinburg.
16 - 17
Sevierville's 4th Annual Bloomin' Barbeque & Bluegrass Festival – The largest event in Sevierville! Tennessee State Championship Barbeque Cook-Off, FREE bluegrass concerts from, kids games, great food and authentic mountain crafts. Admission is FREE. For more information, contact the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce 1-888-889-7415 or visit www.BloominBBQ.com
17
Sevierville's Mountain Soul Vocal Competition – Hear 20 finalists from around the United States compete for cash and a Nashville recording session by singing songs written by Dolly Parton in the style of their choosing (rock, rap, country, pop, etc.). This Vocal Competition occurs in Sevierville (Dolly Parton's hometown) beside a bronze statue of the country legend and is the ONLY COMPETITION OF ITS KIND ANYWHERE THAT EVENT ORGANIZERS KNOW OF. For more information call 1-888-889-7415 www.BloominBBQ.com
17-18
Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games - 26th Annual Scottish clans meeting at Mills Park featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment and whiskey tasting, along with food & merchandise vendors.
Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival - A family oriented fine arts festival at Ripley's Plaza and River Road featuring juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont School of Art and the Sevier County Arts Council.
20
TN Smokies vs Mississippi (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
23-26
Memorial Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale – Come take advantage of huge sales at Tanger Five Oaks
26 TN
Smokies vs Carolina (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
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Loretta Lynn in Concert at the Country Tonite Theater. Call 1-800-792-4308 for more information. -Pigeon Forge, TN
JUNE 2008
1-8
6th Annual Pigeon Forge Springfest - Springfest welcomes three whole months of festivities including the Dolly Parade.
1-8
Smoky Mountain Springfest - A countywide celebration of the season in the cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.
1-30
Free Gas Gift With Purchase Customers spending $200 or more in the same day receipts will receive a $15 gas voucher redeemable at Allen's Shell Market in June while supplies last.
5
TN Smokies vs Chattanooga (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
6 July
25 Summer Lawn Parties at Tanger Five Oaks –Enjoy the musical stylings of local theater groups at the gazebo Fridays at lunch time free of charge, Smith Family Theater, Dixie Stampede, Dollywood, Fiddler's Feast, Country Tonite and more send out their best performers to showcase their local talent.
6-7
Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Classic Car Show
7 - 8
32nd Annual Silver Dollar Open Rod Run – Based at Oak Tree Lodge in Sevierville, TN. For more information call Ralph Wright at 865-995-3317.
7
THE DINER's JUNE JAM Cruise In -
Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, 2 PM to 9 PM, Drawings & Prizes before 9 PM.
12-14
Dumplin Valley June Fest….Bluegrass festival Experience great bluegrass music at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Camping hook-ups are available. For tickets call toll free 1-888-377-9888 or 865-397-7942 or go to www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com
13-14
Southern Nationals Association - Camaro, Chevelle, and Nova Nationals Car Show
13-15
Living History Civil War Reenactment at Mills Park – Features period performers in Civil War camp along with the recreation of the "Battle of Burg Hill" and historical portrayals. A cannon drill and music are included in the festivities.
13-August 3
Dollywood's Kidfest. Call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD for more information.
13-August 31
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm - All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this third annual event!
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TN Smokies vs Mobile (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
20
Chubby Checker in concert at the Country Tonite Theatre. Call 1-800-792-4308 to make your reservations
20-21
STPA Tractor Pull – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
30
TN Smokies vs Huntsville (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
JULY 2008
1
TN Smokies vs West Tennessee (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
1-31
Tennessee Smokies Baseball Gift With Purchase – TN Smokies minor league baseball team is a popular pass time for local, regional and tourist baseball fans. We will be offering our customers an official Smokies baseball cap and a game admission , with the purchase of $150.
1-August 31
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm – All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about the wildlife and plant life of the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this third annual event!
1-August 3
Dollywood's Kidfest. Call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD for more information.
July 4 Sidewalk Sale at Tanger Five Oaks Factory Outlet Center (865) 453-1053
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4th of July Midnight Parade – This 33rd annual showcase is the "First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!" Parade starts at 12:00 a.m. on July 4th. Floats, balloons, and marchers pay tribute to our country. See an original Red Baron Stearman Bi-Plane on Ripley's Aquarium Plaza.
4
8th Annual Patriot Festival - Celebrate Independence Day the Pigeon Forge way with an afternoon of food, fun and entertainment at Patriot Park. Activities include games for the kids and great concerts, all topped off by a spectacular fireworks display.
4
River Raft Regatta - Enjoy a fun, unmanned, floatable object race for the whole family. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at Christus Gardens on River Road. Race begins at 12 noon and ends at Ripley's Aquarium bridge where prizes will be awarded in several different categories. Free registration.
4th of July Fireworks Show - Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation's "Independence Day" with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m. with this grand display.
4-6
Southern Nationals Association Reunion of the Shows Car Show.
11-12
Great Southern Motorsports Tractor Pull – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
18-27
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair at Gatlinburg Convention Center - Art, crafts and music lovers can find over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
19
AAA Shopping Day at Tanger Five Oaks Factory Outlet Center –AAA members will receive discounts from 15% to 30%.
25-26
George Jones live in concert at the Country Tonite Theatre. Call 1-800-792-4308 for more information.
Southern Nationals Association Mustang Madness Car Show.
AUGUST 2008
1
TN Smokies vs Carolina (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com.
1-3
Tennessee Tax Free Weekend at Tanger Five Oaks
1-3
Dollywood's Kidfest. Call 1-800-DOLLYWOOD for more information.
Tennessee Tax Free Weekend – All shopping venues.
1-31
Celebrate Freedom! - Celebrate Freedom is a discount program for active military, the reserves, the National Guard, retired military personnel as well as military veterans, law enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical services during the entire month of August. To receive this discount you must bring your ID to Pigeon Forge Welcome Center.
1-31
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm - All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about the wildlife and plant life of the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this second annual event!
8-9
Southern Nationals Association Battle of the Trucks Show.
8-10
5th Annual StringTime in the Smokies - Some of the country's finest bluegrass musicians pay tribute to the music to the Smoky Mountains with free concerts in Patriot Park.
9
THE DINER HOT NIGHTS, COOL CARS Cruise In -.
Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, 3PM to 10 PM, Drawings & Prizes before 10 PM.
12
TN Smokies vs Birmingham (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
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TN Smokies vs Chattanooga (865) 286-2300 www.smokiesbaseball.com
28 – Sept. 2
The Moving Wall – A temporary display of The Moving Wall, a replica of the Vietnam Wall Memorial, will be at the Tennessee Museum of Aviation and open at noon daily.
29 – Sept 1
Labor Day Weekend Sale at Tanger Five Oaks Factory Outlet Center (865) 453-1053
SEPTEMBER 2008
1 – 6
Sevier County Fair – Traditional hometown fair with a midway, carnival rides, games, contests and concerts at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds. (865) 453-0770
1-30
Old Fashioned Hayrides - Enjoy a unique hayride with family and friends through downtown Gatlinburg. As fall begins in the Smoky Mountains, take this fun-filled hayride and enjoy breath-taking views of our beautiful mountains. Departure is from traffic light #6 at Mountain Mall from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, leaving approximately every 45 minutes.
2- October 5
Ripley's Aquarium Gift With Purchase at Tanger Five Oaks – Customers who spend $ 150 same day receipts will receive a free adult ticket to Ripleys Aquarium of the Smokies..
5-6
Shades of the Past Rod Run XXVI
6
THE DINER Cruisin' for the Kids -
Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, 3PM to 10 PM, Drawings & Prizes before 10 PM
11-14
Fall Grand Rod Run
12-October 31
11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival - During our 11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival, you will find delightful displays constructed from pumpkins, cornstalks, mums and other fall flowers. And as always, there is sure to be plenty of music.
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10th Annual Taste of Autumn - Sample signature dishes from the area's finest restaurants. Enjoy live jazz entertainment provided by Karen Johns, live auction with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. Doors of the Gatlinburg Convention Center open at 5 p.m.
18-20
Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival - Experience great bluegrass music at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Camping hook-ups are available. For tickets call toll free 1-888-377-9888 or 865-397-7942 or go to www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com
19 – Oct. 31
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival – Enjoy the sites, sounds and smells of a Smoky Mountain Harvest. Leaf looking, special events, shows, shopping and attractions make this a great time of year to visit Sevierville. For more information call 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) or www.VisitSevierville.com
25
Auto Fest Cruise In at THE DINER 4PM -10pm
AutoFest Meal Deal for participants. AutoFest will be in Sevierville Sept 25th - 27th –(Thurs.-Sat.) with a Friday night concert in Downtown Sevierville.
26
Gene Watson in concert at the Country Tonite Theatre. Call 1-800-792-4308 to make your reservations now.
26-27
TPA Tractor Pull – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
26-28
The Great Smoky Mountain 3rd Annual Auto Fest @ Smokies Stadium –See a wide variety of autos, attend the swap meet and car corral, enjoy cash and prize giveaways, a Thursday night cruise in and downtown block party. Registration is limited to the first 1500 cars. Registration $30, Gate Admission $5 – Gates open 8am-6pm daily (865) 850-4806 www.smokymtnautofest.com
27
35th Annual South Atlantic Shrine Association Parade.
OCTOBER 2008
1-31
11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival - During our 11th Annual Pigeon Forge Harvest Festival, you will find delightful displays constructed from pumpkins, cornstalks, mums and other fall flowers. And as always, there is sure to be plenty of music.
3 - 4
Robert Tino's Smoky Mountain Homecoming – Located at the Robert Tino Gallery and Farm off Hwy 66, next to Buddys BarBQ. Smoky Mountain Homecoming unveils Robert Tino's latest mountain print.This event will feature two days of art, bluegrass music, story telling, mountain crafts and displays, kids games, petting zoo and pony rides, kids art classes, antiques, and a farmers market. Admission is free. (865) 453-6315 or 1-800-675-6961
www.smokymountainhomecoming.com
3-November 1
Dollywood's Harvest Celebration. closed Thursdays. 1-800-DOLLYWOOD.
-Pigeon Forge, TN
3- November 21
Fall Music Fest at Tanger Five Oaks –Enjoy the musical stylings of local theater groups at the gazebo Fridays at lunch time free of charge, Smith Family Theater, Dixie Stampede, Dollywood, Fiddler's Feast, Country Tonite and more send out their best performers to showcase their local talent
4-5
Circle Your Wagens (VW show) – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
10-13
Columbus Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale at Tanger Five Oaks
12
Mel McDaniel in concert at the Country Tonite Theatre. Call 1-800-792-4308 to make your reservations now.
26
Gene Watson in concert at the Country Tonite Theatre. Call 1-800-792-4308 to make your reservations now.
31
8th Annual Safe Halloween Celebration Trick or Treat at the Pigeon Forge
Community Center. Call 865-429-7373 for more information.
NOVEMBER 2008
1
Dollywood's Harvest Celebration. closed Thursdays. 1-800-DOLLYWOOD
2 Toys for Tots Run – Sevier Co. Fairgrounds (865) 453-0770
3 – Feb. 28
Smoky Mountain Winterfest – The Great Smoky Mountain sparkle with millions of twinkling lights in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Holiday shopping in Sevierville is popular this time of year and our famous outlets are offering up even more savings with holiday specials and sales. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) www.VisitSevierville.com
3 – Feb. 28
Winterfest in 3D Glasses Giveaway – Pick up a free pair of Winterfest in 3D Glasses at the Sevierville Visitor Center on Hwy 66 while supplies last. These glasses help you see Winterfest in a whole new light as every point of light shifts into a snowflake. 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378)
www.VisitSevierville.com
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Sevierville's Winterfest Kick Off Music, Lights & Magic – Free food, local entertainment, kids' games and fireworks make this event fun for everyone! The evening wraps up with "flipping the switch" on the area's first Winterfest lights. Call 1-888-738-4378.
6
19th Annual Winterfest kickoff at the Patriot Park. -PigeonForge, TN
7-28
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights. Pigeon Forge, TN
8-January 3, 2009
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival. Operating days vary.
1-800-DOLLYWOOD.
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VETERANS DAY Cruise In at THE DINER- Open Cruise In. Trophies for Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese, Noon to 7 PM, Drawings & Prizes before 7:30 PM. We honor our veterans and their sacrifice. Special food offerings to be announced.
22
Tellebration at the Pigeon Forge Community Center. Call 1-865-429-7350 for more information.
23
Pigeon Forge Community Chorus. Smoky Mountain Jubilee. Call 1-865-429-7350 for more information.
27
After Thanksgiving Midnight Madness Sale – Tanger Five Oaks Factory Outlet Center (Tennessee's largest authentic outlet mall) (865) 453-1053
DECEMBER 2008
1-31
Winterfest Trolley Tour of Lights. Pigeon Forge, TN.
1-January 3, 2009
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival. Operating days vary.
1-800-DOLLYWOOD.
Dec. 6
Sevierville's 46th Annual Christmas Parade – For more information, 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) or www.VisitSevierville.com
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