Free things to do in Pigeon Forge

Free events, confirmed free by the organizer's listing.

Wednesday, November 11

Veterans Day Ceremony

Wed, Nov 11 · Gatlinburg Convention Center, 234 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN

Gatlinburg will proudly host its Annual Veterans Day Celebration on November 11, at Mills Auditorium at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

Free

Thursday, November 12

Gatlinburg Winter Festival & Chili Cookoff

Thu, Nov 12 · Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway, Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, TN

Get ready to bundle up, sip something warm, and feel the magic in the mountain air because the Annual Gatlinburg Winter Festival & Chili Cook-off is back and on the Parkway for a celebration that’s as heartwarming as…

Free

Friday, December 4

Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade

Fri, Dec 4 · Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, TN

Gatlinburg celebrates this holiday season with the Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade, taking place Friday, December 4, 2026, at 7:30 PM EST in downtown Gatlinburg.

Free