Smoky Mountain Rod Runs And Car Shows in East Tennessee

Smoky Mountain Rod Runs are something of a source of controversy in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the surrounding communities. Both famous and infamous, our automotive events bring much attention and traffic to the area and not everyone who comes to the Smokies for a relaxing or romantic getaway appreciates the attention and traffic, but the rod runs and car shows are quite some events that those who love cars and gorge themselves on and create quite some parties all the same.

And not every car event is a rod run, either. Our rod runs come in Spring (April) and Fall (September). Apart from that, we have other smaller car shows all throughout the county. In this article, we wanted to name some of the car shows we typically expect to see each year, where they are generally held and when they can be expected. Please note that with annual events, places, exact times or even the availability of the event itself may change, so please always refer to the official website links for information confirmation before making plans based on them.

Bronco Super Celebration

What: Car show for Ford Broncos gathering together.
Where: Talley Ho Inn, Townsend, TN.
When: Early Spring; Usually mid-April.

Website: https://www.pigeonforgerodruns.com/car-show/bronco-super-celebration/

Circle Yer Wagens

What: Car show for various Volkswagen classic models gathering together.
Where: Sevier County Fair Grounds, Sevierville, TN.
When: Mid-Spring, early May.

Website: http://www.circleyerwagens.com/

Chevelles In The Smokies

What: Car show for gathering the Chevrolet Chevelles. Prizes can be won.
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Start of Spring in mid-March.

Website: http://www.horsepowerandhotrods.com/

Chevy Classic Round Up

What: Gathering of classic Chevrolet cars from 1955 to 1957. Also vendors and a marketplace for parts and accessories.
Where: The Inn At Christmas Place, Pigeon Forge.
When: Mid-Spring, mid-May.

Website: https://www.pigeonforgerodruns.com/car-show/chevy-classic-round-up/

Corvette Expo Featuring Horsepower and Hotrods

What: Car show featuring a variety of Corvette models. Also vendors and a marketplace for parts and accessories.
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Start of Spring in March. Sometimes right before Chevelles In The Smokies.

Website: https://www.corvetteexpo.com/

Grand National F-100 Reunion

What: Car show and gathering featuring various Ford Trucks
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Mid-Spring, mid-May.

Website: https://gnf100show.com/

Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion

What: Jeep gathering and car show. Vendors and a marketplace are featured as well.
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Mid-Summer, late August.

Website: https://gsmji.com/

Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run

What: Enormous car show showcasing various cars, models, antiques and modern customs. Vendors and a marketplace are featured as well.
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Late Summer, mid-September

Website: http://www.rodrun-pigeonforge.com/

Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run

What: Enormous car show showcasing various cars, models, antiques and modern customs. Vendors and a marketplace are featured as well.
Where: Le Conte Conference Center, Pigeon Forge.
When: Early Spring

Website: http://www.rodrun-pigeonforge.com/

Ponies In The Smokies

What: Car show and gathering for vintage and modern Chevrolet Mustangs. Prizes can be won.
Where: Sevierville Convention Center, Sevierville.
When: Earliest Spring, late March.

Website: https://poniesinthesmokies.com/

Pontiacs In Pigeon Forge

What: Car show and gathering for classic Pontiacs. Includes prizes and a marketplace.
Where: Mainstay Suites, Pigeon Forge.
When: Late Spring, Early June

Website: http://pontiacsinpigeonforge.com/

Shades Of The Past Rod Run

What: Enormous car show showcasing various cars, models, antiques and modern customs. Vendors and a marketplace are featured as well.
Where: Dolly’s Splash Country, Pigeon Forge.
When: Late Summer, mid-September

Website: https://www.shadesofthepast.com/

Smoky Mountain Antique Toy and Pedal Car Expo

What: Expo of toy and recreational vehicles, both modern and vintage.
Where: Country Cascades, Pigeon Forge.
When: Mid-Summer, mid-August.

Website: https://www.smokymountainpedalcarshow.com/

Bonus: Blount British Car Gathering

What: Gathering and car show featuring European imported cars.
Where: Many events throughout the year.
When: Mostly around Townsend, Maryville and Blount County, TN.

Website: https://blountbritishcars.org/