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fall events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge
  • September 15, 2025

Fall events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

Fall is one of the best times to visit the Smoky Mountains, and this guide to fall events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge makes it easy to plan your trip. From scenic craft fairs to festive fall festivals, we’ve got everything you need to experience autumn on the Parkway.


🎃 1. Bear‑Varian Fall Festival at Anakeesta

  • Dates: Sep 9 – Oct 31, 2025
  • Time: Park hours
  • Cost: Park admission
  • Spooky-themed décor, pumpkin sculptures, night lights & craft brew flights

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🎨 2. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

  • Dates: Oct 2 – 19, 2025 — 10 AM–5 PM daily
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Over 180 artisan booths at the Convention Center

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🍁 3. Fall Colors in the Smokies

  • Dates: Typically early October
  • Cost: Free
  • Spectacular foliage views across the park

📸 4. Great Pumpkin LumiNights at Dollywood

  • Dates: Sep 12 – Oct 27, 2025
  • Cost: Dollywood admission
  • Thousands of glowing pumpkins & Hoot Owl Hollow

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🎶 5. Fall Rod Run – Pigeon Forge

  • Dates: Sep 11 – 13, 2025
  • Time: Varies
  • Cost: Varies
  • Massive classic car show at LeConte Center

🍻 6. Smoky Mountain Fall Festival at Ober Mountain

  • Dates: Sep 20 – Nov 3, 2025
  • Cost: Ober entry fee
  • Live music, food vendors, family fun

🎪 7. Fall Fest at SkyPark

  • Dates: Oct 27 – 28, 2025; 3–6 PM
  • Cost: Park entry
  • Kids’ games, face painting, live tunes

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🍁 8. Harvest Festival at Dollywood

  • Dates: Sep 12 – Oct 27, 2025
  • Cost: Dollywood admission
  • Crafts, gospel music, foliage & food

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➕ 5 Bonus fall events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge:

  1. Gatlinburg SkyPark Autumn activities – face‑painting & live music weekends
  2. Pigeon Forge quilt & craft shows – plenty in late September
  3. LeConte Center gospel events – National Quartet Convention, Sep 21–27
  4. Wears Valley Fall Fest – local crafts, food trucks, live entertainment
  5. Scenic fall drives – peak foliage through the Smokies

Plan your perfect fall getaway

Here’s a snapshot of fall events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge—festivals, craft fairs, and fall-themed attractions to add to your Smoky Mountain autumn itinerary. Whether you’re browsing artisan booths, driving through colorful foliage, or enjoying music and pumpkins, there’s a fall event waiting for you.

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🏡 Stay close to the action!

Make your fall trip extra special with a cozy cabin stay:

  • Budget-friendly cabins – 14 inviting cabins starting at $100/night for up to 4 guests—perfect for couples or small families.
  • Rivers Edge cabin – Sleeps 6, nestled by a gentle creek, starting at $250/night—great for groups.
  • Mountain View cabin – Accommodates 12 with breathtaking valley views—starting at $350/night.
  • Creekside cabin – Spacious for 12 with direct creek access and a swimming hole—starting at $500/night.
  • Pool cabin – Sleeps 12, indoors heated pool & hot tub—ideal for enjoying crisp fall evenings—starting at $450/night.

Book direct to save Airbnb fees and stay just minutes from Gatlinburg’s fall events!

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A look at the cabins we manage across Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and Cosby.

Maddron Bald Mountain Home

Sleeps 6  •  Hot Tub  •  Trailhead Access  •  Flowing Stream

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Mountain Rest Cabin

Sleeps 10  •  Fire Pit  •  Hot Tub  •  Game Room  •  Smart TVs

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Smoky Woods Lodge

Sleeps 12  •  Fire Pit  •  Hot Tub  •  Game Room

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Swimming Hole Cabin

Sleeps 12  •  Private Swimming Hole  •  Hot Tub  •  Creekside Fire Pit

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King Pool Cabin

Sleeps 10  •  Heated Indoor Pool  •  Mountain Views  •  5 King Suites

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Trailhead Venues

14 Unique Units  •  Hot Tubs  •  Full Kitchens  •  Fire Pits

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Up the Creek Cabin A

Sleeps 4  •  Private Hot Tub  •  Balcony  •  Waterfront Fire Pit

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Down the Creek Cabin B

Sleeps 2  •  Waterfront Fire Pit  •  Balcony  •  Pet Friendly

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Rivers Edge

Sleeps 6  •  Private Creek Access  •  Fire Pit  •  Hot Tub

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Cozy Creek Cabin

Sleeps 6  •  Private Creek Access  •  Fire Pit  •  Hot Tub  •  Fireplace

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Ash Creek Cabin

Sleeps 8  •  Hot Tub  •  Creekside Fire Pit  •  Pet Friendly

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Brand New Pool Cabin

Sleeps 12  •  Private Pool  •  Mountain View  •  Game Room & Hot Tub  •  Fire Pit & Outdoor Dining

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