LeConte Exhibit Hall, the building’s centerpiece, is 100,500 square feet of free span space with seating for up to 12,000 people. The total facility is 232,000 square feet and located in the center of Pigeon Forge adjacent to the city’s Riverwalk along the Little Pigeon River. The Center offers 17 other breakout rooms of varying sizes, free parking, and free WI-FI. Constructed with the mission to provide large groups and events a place to host their attendees, the LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge is the perfect venue for successful events.
Each event is independently run by the event organizer. It’s best to contact the event organizer directly for information pertaining to the event. You can find a website link and contact info for each event by visiting the event calendar page.
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If you would like to host an event in Pigeon Forge and your event has 2,000+ attendees, please fill out an RFP or call the number below to find out more information.
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PHONE: 865-429-7432
The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge is located off Teaster Lane between The Island and the historic Old Mill. The address and parking for the center is 2986 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863.
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There are two free parking options for LeConte Center event attendees:
1. Adjacent to the convention building is the 1,600-space River Lot with tram service available throughout the lot to and from the LeConte Center.
Please note LeConte Event Center is currently under construction. There is a temporary entrance from the River Lot parking lot and is noted with signage near the entrance area.
2. The second is the 2,100-space Mountain Lot connected to the LeConte Center by a pedestrian bridge at the intersection of Teaster Lane and Jake Thomas Road. The Mountain Lot is accessible from both Teaster Lane and Jake Thomas Road.
VIEW MAP > of dedicated lots for LeConte Event Center and to see the construction areas.
One of the unique features of the center is that there are no steps or escalators as all rooms and public areas are located on the ground level. The main entrances are equipped with designated automatic door opening devices, and all restrooms have designated accessible (ADA) facilities.
No accessible devices are available to borrow or rent at LCPF. Wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, must be rented or brought with them.
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Service animals are welcome but ADA service animal guidelines will be enforced.
For public health and safety, pets (not including service animals) are prohibited from entering the LeConte Event Center.
The use of tobacco products inside the center is prohibited. A distance of 50 feet away from facility must be maintained.
Solicitation materials not pre-approved by LeConte Center staff or event management are prohibited from being distributed in the facility.
For most events, there is not a clear bag policy required for entry into events. However, this rule is up to the discretion of the event organizers. It’s advised to contact the event organizer to confirm the bag policy for each event.
We welcome you to take pictures and videos inside the center; however, the show management for each event will set their own policies regarding cameras and recordings. Many production performances will prohibit the use of such items.
No outside food or drink is allowed to be brought into the LeConte Event Center. Concession areas are located throughout the concourse for purchase.
Pigeon Forge offers a variety of lodging with hotels, condominiums, cabins, and campgrounds. In fact there are more than 12,000 lodging units from which to choose from in Pigeon Forge and close to the LeConte Event Center.
Some events have special lodging rates, you can view links to those lodging properties below.
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The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge offers concessions that will impress your taste buds. A wide variety ranging from Starbucks Coffee, healthy soup and salad choices, pizza, pretzels, hot dogs, popcorn, and “The Grill” kiosk that offers a different entrée and choice sides each day.
If you would like to take a leisurely stroll and venture out for a meal, multiple food opportunities are available in the historic Old Mill district or the Island at Pigeon Forge. Each area can be accessed by the RiverWalk located adjacent to the LeConte Center. Many more dining options can be found throughout town, all within short distance to the LeConte Center. You may choose to drive or ride a Pigeon Forge Trolley.
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Our town is five miles of attractions and live entertainment located in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains. From go-cart tracks and mini-golf to bumper boats and more, Pigeon Forge is filled with fun for the entire family.
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