Pigeon Forge, Tennessee - Pigeon Forge Springfest 2010

Pigeon Forge Springfest 2010

Pigeon Forge Springfest: Best Family Spring Break Destination

Springfest marks the beginning of springtime in the beautiful city of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. It is a celebration packed full of nearly three months of home-spun fun. Some of the events included are: A Mountain Quiltfest, the annual StringTime in the Smokies, The Dolly Parade, The Spring Grand Rod Run, and Dollywood's Festival of Nations. This years Springfest will be held from March 15, 2010 - June 5, 2010.

StringTime in the Smokies features some of the area's finest Appalachian crafters, allowing artisans to demonstrate their skills and share their knowledge with Pigeon Forge visitors. Mountain Music fills the air from performers on stage and from breakout jam sessions where everyone gets into the act. A variety of old-fashioned games can be enjoyed by all ages, and antique farm equipment brings another taste of nostalgia to the event. Don’t forget the stick-to-your-ribs great food that can be enjoyed at outdoor picnic tables making StringTime in the Smokies the perfect way to spend a spring day in East Tennessee.

Springfest is also host to the very popular Dolly Parade. The one and only Dolly Parton rides atop a spectacular float as the Grand Marshal of her annual namesake parade. Join the merriment on the Parkway as festive floats, marching bands, and local celebrities pass by. Colorful flowers along the Parkway add to the jubilant parade atmosphere. Make plans to attend the 25th annual Dolly Parade on May 7, 2010. Also, plan more activities for your family by reading our comprehensive Calendar of Events.

Springfest will also reunite classic cars from around the country for show and competition. The Spring Grand Rod Run kicks off the car show season with classic Fords, Chevy/GMCs and Gold Wings. These cars and trucks are exciting to see drive by but are even better to sit in or take a look under the hood, which is what some of the thousands of visitors do as they walk the Parkway.

Springfest will begins the second week of March and continues through the first two weeks of June. Make a Springfest event part of your vacation for this season. Log onto www.PigeonForge.com for all your lodging needs.

Springfest 2010 is Still Being Planned

Please Check Back Soon For The Events Calendar

ROD RUNS | Pigeon Forge comes alive with car shows, rod runs, and cruise-in events. The Spring Grand Rod Run is the main kick-off event in Pigeon Forge.
PigeonForge.com recommends the following Springtime activities:
Pigeon Forge is a popular place to host large and small events featuring classic cars, trucks and motorcycles.

QUILTFEST | No matter what your quilt making level is, there is something for everyone at Mountain Quiltfest. More than 80 quilting classes are offered and start as early as March 9, 2010.

Each year Quiltfest welcomes over 20,000 visitors from around the country to the Pigeon Forge area each spring. Quilting enthusiasts bring their work to Pigeon Forge and compete in a world-renown, multi-category quilt show.

NEW | The Miracle Theater in Pigeon Forge is adding a lavish production of the Broadway hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat for the 2010 season, opening Feb. 12. This colorful retelling of the biblical story about Joseph, his uncanny abilities and his designer coat sings out to young and old alike.[ >>read blog ]

NEW | The Soul of Shaolin! Direct from Broadway for a limited engagement, the Tony nominated Soul of Shaolin is a Chinese martial arts spectacular featuring the original 30-member Broadway cast!

Pigeon Forge Mountain Music
MOUNTAIN MUSIC | No matter where you go in Pigeon Forge, mountain music fills the air...from performers on stage to breakout jam sessions where everyone gets into the act. Music on the Square is a popular happening at Pigeon Forge's Old Mill Square. You will find several concert and theatre listings on our calendar of events.