Mark Your Calendar for these February Events in the Tennessee Smokies
Updated By Chris Murphy
The month of February is full of fun and exciting events all across the Tennessee Smokies, from Sevierville to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Whether you’re searching for family-friendly events, food and drink events, live music or free festivals, you’ll have plenty of options to choose. Be sure to pick up the Tennessee Smokies Visitors Guide for even more events throughout the year.
Ongoing-Feb. 7, 2026: Tennessee Songwriters Week
Tennessee Songwriters Week supports local music venues and Tennessee-native songwriters with live performances in all genres of music. The goal is to inspire travelers to experience Tennessee’s musical stories and history.
Ongoing until Feb 16: Smoky Mountain Winterfest
The Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest Celebration is glowing bright – with more than 15,000,000 lights decorating the Parkway in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Combine that twinkling beauty with holiday shows, shopping, and great places to enjoy warm winter meals and you’ve got Smoky Mountain Winterfest. This event is held from November 7th through February 16th.
Ongoing until Feb 18: Gatlinburg Winter Magic
For more than 30 years, Gatlinburg has celebrated Winter Magic with millions of twinkling lights on festive holiday displays throughout the city. Soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of your own vehicle and take a memorable journey on the exciting Gatlinburg Winter Magic Lights Tour.
Feb. 6-14: Gatlinburg Sweet Week
Gatlinburg Sweet Week is a week-long celebration of all things sweet in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and it is scheduled for February 6-14, 2026. This event is a delightful showcase where Gatlinburg’s bakeries, candy shops, and dessert destinations feature their finest confections and unique treats. The week culminates on Valentine’s Day.
Feb 20-28: Gatlinburg Pancake Week
Gatlinburg, known as the “Pancake Capital of the South” (home to the state’s first-ever pancake house, The Pancake Pantry), dedicates an entire week to this beloved breakfast staple. The event is a delightful way to sample the many unique pancake creations offered by the town’s famous breakfast restaurants.
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