ARISE YOUTH CONFERENCE, a ministry of CT Townsend Evangelistic Ministries, will emerge on the Great Smoky Mountains to enjoy the Best. Week. EVER! Thousands of teens and young adults from across America will gather at the LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for four unforgettable days of powerful worship, bold preaching, impactful sessions, and […]
The iconic Big Rig Showdown is hitting the road and making its way to one of America’s favorite family vacation destinations. Mark your calendars for July 31 and August 1, 2026, as the Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown rolls into the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN.
The Great Smoky Mountain Bronco® Stampede is a vendor-based Expo for Bronco® and 4 X 4 enthusiasts from across the nation! The event is a chance to connect with fellow Bronco® fans and clubs from all over the country. Whether you’re a seasonal off-roader or just beginning your Bronco® journey, this event offers something for […]
We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Jeep® Invasion™, an annual event proudly hosted by the Smoky Mountain Jeep® Club of Maryville, TN! This year’s Jeep® Show is bigger than ever, featuring both indoor and outdoor exhibits with over 300 national, regional, and local Jeep® accessory vendors. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your Jeep®, connect […]
Transform is a word that describes what women do. We transform from sisters to best friends, from girl friends to wives, from wives to mothers, mothers to grandmothers. Women are constantly evolving into a new role…a beautiful, challenging role.
Over 500 show cars! Huge automotive swap meet. Celebrity guests! Ultimate 7 and top 25 awards! $10,000 Cash Give Away!
Gospel Music’s largest annual event drawing attendees and participants from 40 states and a half dozen foreign countries to a week-long festival featuring the top artists in traditional Southern Gospel Music.
Women of Joy has set out to fulfill a purpose—to change lives by connecting and strengthening the relationships between women and Christ. Women of Joy teaches God’s Word and celebrates the joyful spirit that can only come from God. The purpose never changes, but the many ways in which Women of Joy connects with women […]
Join Phil Waldrep and some of his closest friends in the beautiful Smoky Mountains as they celebrate the joys of life and an abundant relationship with God. Life was meant to be celebrated! So celebrate with us each October in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, as we watch the leaves turn and feast on Good Music, Great Preaching, […]
Women of Joy has set out to fulfill a purpose—to change lives by connecting and strengthening the relationships between women and Christ. Women of Joy teaches God’s Word and celebrates the joyful spirit that can only come from God. The purpose never changes, but the many ways in which Women of Joy connects with women […]
The 2026 Smoky Mountain Overland Invasion is the first annual event held at the LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. The Expo brings together overland, adventure travel, and outdoor lifestyle.
Step into the heart of wholesale buying at the International Gift Exposition in the Smokies (IGES)! For over two decades, IGES has been the premier event for retailers looking to stock their shelves with the very best in gifts, souvenirs, and resort merchandise. Held annually in the scenic Smoky Mountains of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, this […]
Hearts on Fire is celebrating 40 years of youth ministry in 2026. Make plans to bring youth, college age, and young people of your church to this life-changing event. They will leave the event encouraged to walk closer to the Lord while growing in their relationship to God.
Yama-Con is the largest anime convention in East Tennessee held annually at the LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge, TN. Now in its 14th year, it has quickly grown in size and scope to welcome thousands of attendees, hundreds of hours of programming, events and more!
There will be 2,000 athletes, 5,000 in attendance and over 10 states represented!
Strength to Stand Conferences are designed to offer a well-balanced, intense conference that will challenge your students to go beyond the surface of casual Christianity and foster them into a lifetime commitment to Jesus Christ. Born of a vision to see thousands of students congregating in the Great Smoky Mountains, these conferences are designed for […]
In January 2027, hundreds of middle and high school students will come together from across the country to grow and develop deeper relationships with their leaders, friends, peers and Jesus! They’ll encounter the Holy Spirit through worship, group activities, and hearing from dynamic speakers that bring the Word of God to life! Our prayer for […]
Smoky Mountain Jubilee, hosted by Dr. Ralph Sexton, Dr. Joe Arthur, and Dr. CT Townsend, will gather in beautiful Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on February 4-5, 2027. We are excited to enjoy a spirit of jubilee for two exciting days in the LeConte Event Center. Join us for this free event as we gather to hear […]
The largest classic Ford Truck Show in the world! Open to all classic Ford Trucks, 1996 and older. Pick-ups, panel trucks, commercial trucks are all invited. All F Series Trucks welcome! Huge swap meet, Friday afternoon cruise, and the most popular vendors live and in person!
