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Pigeon Forge Car Shows

The Pigeon Forge Rod Runs are huge events during car show season with classic Ford, Chevy, GMC, Gold Wing and more. Thousands of classic car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville, Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains each year. Pigeon Forge is a popular host to rod runs and car shows. Participants love to take their classic car or hot rod group on a Smoky Mountain scenic drive or just cruise the parkway.

Pigeon Forge Car ShowsParticipants in these car shows are so eager to get the weekend started that the Parkway and hotel parking lots begin to fill with classic cars on Tuesday of that week. The events feature more than just rare and unique autos. One look at the 2012 photo gallery, and you can see the variety of vehicles. From school buses to monster trucks, every type of collector participates in this spectacular event. 

Throughout the event weekend, visitors can enjoy interactive displays presented by vendors from all over the country.


Pigeon Forge Rod RunPigeon Forge Grand Rod RunPigeon Forge, TN rod run car shows are your ultimate car shows. The grand rod runs are Pigeon Forge’s most popular car show. Visit Pigeon Forge to attend one of our famous rod run car shows.Car enthusiasts enjoy cruising and meeting on the main parkway. The seasonal displays in Pigeon Forge are a feast for the eyes. Any time of year is also a great time to go shopping in Pigeon Forge. Those who enjoy the mechanical aspects of the auto world will savor the opportunity to participate in workshops and get answers to technical questions. A Rod Run Pigeon Forge, TN is a great time for the whole family. Are you traveling a long way from home for the car shows? A variety of welcoming Pigeon Forge hotels, cabins and restaurant options are available to delight any visitor, including cabins, chalets, hotels, motels, campgrounds, condominiums, resorts, private suites and quaint bed & breakfasts.
 

Organizing a car show? Be sure to e-Mail us to announce your Rod Run, Car Show or Cruise-In event! PigeonForge.com is the perfect place to advertise your event.

Car show enthusiasts...see the comprehensive listing of Pigeon Forge area car shows, cruise-ins and rod runs below:
April 2012
14 - 16 Tennessee Goldwing Roadriders Association Rally & Show - located at the Sevier County Fairgrounds.  For more information, call (865) 453-0770 visit  www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
14 - 17 Spring Truck and Tent Sale - at Belz Outlets in Pigeon Forge. Call 865-453-7316 for more information.
15 FREE Tea - all day at The Diner. For more information, call (865) 908-1904.
20 - 21 Mountain Man Memorial March - This is the third annual 26.2-mile march. It starts in downtown Gatlinburg at 7:00 a.m. as a challenging tribute to our men and women in uniform. The course includes highway and rural road stretches, in addition to rugged terrain and mountain slopes. The event honors 1LT Frank Walkup, a University of Tennessee-Knoxville alumnus who in 2007 was killed in the line of duty in Iraq. Pre-registration is required. Categories are: Military Heavy, Military Light and Civilian. Call 865-974-8858 or visit www.mountainmanmarch.com for more information.
12 - 15 Spring Grand Rod Run - Grand Hotel and Convention Center.
29 - May 2 Rally in the Forge Bikefest - Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center. For more information call 1-800-251-4444
May 2012
1 - 2 Rally in the Forge Bikefest - April 29 - May 2 at Grand Resort Hotel Convention Center. For more information call 1-800-251-4444
3 - 5 10th Anniversary Yellow Mustang Show - at The Inn at Christmas Place.  For more information call 1-888-465-9644
7 - 8 Circle Yer Wagens 33 - VW Show and Swap Meet ─ Sevier County Fairgrounds.  For more information, call (865) 453-0770 or visit  www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
17 - 19  33rd Annual F-100 Supernationals & All Ford Show - For more information call any of the following local numbers: 423-623-4644, 423-623-1871, 423-465-5855 or visit website...
www.f100supernationals.com
17 - 19 Chevy Classics Car Show - at The Inn at Christmas Place. For more information call toll free 1-888-465-9644
21 The Diner "Loves of Your Life" Cruise-In - Open Cruise In.  Trophies awarded for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. NOON until 7:00+ p.m. Games, Drawings & Prizes before 7:00 p.m. This is an event for having fun & honoring our commitment to God, Family (especially your spouse), car (of course), Burgers & BBQ.  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine.  (865) 908-1904 
June 2012
1 - 2 Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge - classic car show at Music Road Hotel & Convention Center. For more information call 865-379-9595
16 - 18 All-Chevy Supernationals - For more information call 423-623-4644, 423-623-1871, 423-465-5855 or visit autoshows.cc
16 - 19 Fathers Day Truck and Tent Sale - at Belz Outlets. For more information call 865-453-7316.
25 The Diner's "June Jam" Cruise-In - Open Cruise In.  Trophies will be awared for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 9:00 p.m.)  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine.  (865) 908-1904
25 - 26 Arts of the Samurai Grand Nationals - Sevierville Events Center. Open to the Public. (865) 691-4088
July 2012
8 - 9 Mid-Tennessee Pullers Association Modified Tractor Pull - at Sevier County Fairgrounds.  For more information, please call (865) 453-0770 or visit  www.seviercountyfairgrounds.com
14 - 17 Summer Truck & Tent Sale - at Belz Outlets. For more information call 865-453-7316.
23 The Diner's "Hot Nights,Cool Cars" Cruise-In - Open Cruise In.  Trophies will be awared for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 9:00 p.m.)  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine.  (865) 908-1904
August 2012
4 Pigeon Forge Midnight 8K Road Race - Pigeon Forge Parkway. For more information, call David Morris at 865-607-8717 or visit ktc.org
27 The Diner's "Back-to-School" Cruise-In - Open Cruise In.  Trophies will be awared for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 10:00 p.m.)  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine.  (865) 908-1904
September 2012
5 - 10 Sevier County Fair - Traditional hometown fair with a midway, carnival rides, games, contests and concerts at Sevier Co. Fairgrounds. (865) 453-0770
9 - 10 Shades of the Past Rod Run XXIX - at Dollywood’s Splash Country. For more information call Dan Draper at 865-995-2009 or visit shadesofthepast.com
15 - 18 Truck & Tent Sale - located at Belz Outlets. For more information call 865-453-7316
15 - 17 Grand Fall Rod Run - Grand Hotel and Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN.
24 South Atlantic Shrine Association Shrine Parade - on the Pigeon Forge Parkway at 9:00 a.m.
24 The Diner's "Cruisn' for the Kids" Cruise-In - Open Cruise In.  Trophies will be awared for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 9:00 p.m.)  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine.  (865) 908-1904
October 2012
1 - 2 Circle Yer Wagens 34 - Fall Volkswagen Show and Swap Meet at the Sevier County Fairgrounds.  For more information, please call (865) 453-0770.
November 2012
5 The Diner's Veterans Day Cruise-In - Open Cruise In. We honor our veterans and their sacrifice. Trophies will be awared for: Best of Show, THE DINER Pick, THE DINER RATS Big Cheese. NOON to 7:00 p.m. Visitors enjoy Games, Drawings & Prizes (before 7:30 p.m.)  Music by Gary’s Sound Machine. (865) 908-1904



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