2027 Smoky Mountain Car Shows & Automotive Events
Last Updated: October 2026
If you love classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, trucks, Jeeps or Broncos, there’s almost always something happening in the Smoky Mountains. Our 2027 Smoky Mountain car show schedule brings together car shows and automotive events in Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend, Maggie Valley, Cherokee, Newport and surrounding communities—all in one place.
From the Spring and Fall Rod Runs to specialty events celebrating Corvettes, Mustangs, Pontiacs, F-100s, Jeeps, Broncos and more, here’s where to find the dates, locations and details you’ll need to plan your 2027 Smoky Mountain getaway.
Dates marked TBA have not yet been officially announced for 2027. We’ll update this schedule as organizers release their dates.
Car and Truck Show Events At-A-Glance:
| Date | Event | Location | Event Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 21–27 | Ponies in the Smokies | Sevierville, TN | Mustangs & Pony Cars |
| April 8–10 | Corvette Expo | Pigeon Forge, TN | Corvettes |
| April 8–10 | Chevys in the Smokies | Pigeon Forge, TN | Chevrolet Cars & Trucks |
| April 14–17 | Bronco Super Celebration | Townsend, TN | Ford Broncos & Off-Road |
| April 16–18 | Southeast Mini Truckin’ Nationals | Maggie Valley, NC | Mini Trucks |
| TBA | Cherokee Rod Run / Cruise the Smokies | Cherokee, NC | Classic Cars & Hot Rods |
| May 8 | Springtime in the Smokies British Car Show | Townsend, TN | British Cars & Motorcycles |
| May 13–15 | Grand National F-100 Show | Pigeon Forge, TN | Classic Ford Trucks |
| May 13–16 | Smoky Mountain Tri-Five Chevy Reunion | Pigeon Forge, TN | 1955–1957 Chevrolets |
| May 20–22 | Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run | Pigeon Forge, TN | Classic Cars & Hot Rods |
| June 3–5 | Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge | Pigeon Forge, TN | Pontiacs |
| June 11–12 | WNC Jeep Fest | Maggie Valley, NC | Jeeps & Off-Road |
| TBA | Moonshine Rod Run | Gatlinburg, TN | Classic Cars & Hot Rods |
| TBA | Smoky Mountain Hudsons | Townsend, TN | Hudson Automobiles |
| July 30–31 | Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown | Pigeon Forge, TN | Big Rigs & Trucks |
| TBA | Showdown in the Valley | Maggie Valley, NC | Cars & Trucks |
| August 19–21 | Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion | Pigeon Forge, TN | Jeeps & Off-Road |
| TBA | Eurofest Maggie Valley | Maggie Valley, NC | European Cars |
| TBA | Shadow of the Mountains Car Show | Newport, TN | All Makes & Models |
| September 16–18 | Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run | Pigeon Forge, TN | Classic Cars & Hot Rods |
| TBA | Hot Rod Nationals | Sevierville, TN | Hot Rods & Custom Cars |
| TBA | Okteenerfest | Townsend, TN | Porsche 914 |
| TBA | Smoky Mountain Truck Fest | Sevierville, TN | Trucks |
| October 22–23 | Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede | Pigeon Forge, TN | Ford Broncos & Off-Road |
| TBA | Smoky Mountain F-Body Fest | Sevierville, TN | Camaro & Firebird |
| TBA | Jeeptober Fest in the Smokies | Sevierville, TN | Jeeps |
| TBA | Circle Yer Wagens VW Show | Sevierville, TN | Volkswagens |
| TBA | Cruise the Smokies Fall Rod Run | Cherokee, NC | Classic Cars & Hot Rods |
| TBA | The Sparks Show | Sevierville, TN | Cars & Trucks |
March 2027
March 21–27 | Ponies in the Smokies
A full week of Mustang and pony-car fun, with show cars, Shine Run, cruises, vendors and activities filling the Smokies. The 2027 event marks the show’s 10th anniversary and takes place at the Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, TN.
April 2027
April 8–10 | Corvette Expo
Corvette enthusiasts gather for one of the area’s longtime automotive events, with show cars, a swap meet, sales corral, judging and scenic cruises. Held in Pigeon Forge, TN at the Event Center.
April 8–10 | Chevys in the Smokies
A celebration of Chevy cars and trucks held alongside the Corvette Expo, making this a big weekend for Chevrolet fans. Held at the LeConte Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 14–17 | Bronco Super Celebration
Bronco owners and fans come together for several days of vehicles, scenic drives, off-road fun, vendors and plenty of time to admire these iconic 4x4s. Held in Townsend, TN.
April 16–18 | Southeast Mini Truckin’ Nationals
A weekend devoted to custom mini trucks and the people who love them, with show vehicles and plenty of automotive eye candy. Held at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds in Maggie Valley, NC.
TBA | Cherokee Rod Run / Cruise the Smokies
A classic-car weekend in the heart of the mountains, bringing vintage cars, trucks and hot rods to the Acquoni Expo Center in Cherokee, NC, along with a scenic Smoky Mountain cruise.
May 2027
May 8 | Springtime in the Smokies British Car Show
A spring gathering of British automobiles and motorcycles, with everything from classic sports cars to vintage favorites on display. Held in Townsend, TN.
May 13–15 | Grand National F-100 Show
Classic Ford trucks take center stage at this major F-100 gathering, with show trucks, parts, a swap meet and a cruise through the Smokies. Held in Pigeon Forge, TN at the LeConte Center.
May 13–16 | Smoky Mountain Tri-Five Chevy Reunion
A gathering for fans of the iconic 1955–1957 Chevrolet lineup, bringing beautifully restored and customized Tri-Fives together for a weekend of classic cars and Smoky Mountain scenery. Held in Pigeon Forge, TN at Music Road.
May 20–22 | Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run
One of the biggest car-show weekends in the Smokies, bringing classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars and custom rides to Pigeon Forge, TN, along with a huge swap meet and car corral at The LeConte Event Center.
June 2027
June 3–5 | Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge
Pontiac fans return to the Smokies for three days of classic cars, a car show, swap meet and plenty of beautiful mountain scenery. Held at LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, TN.
June 11–12 | WNC Jeep Fest
Jeep enthusiasts gather for a weekend of Jeeps, vendors, and a Show & Shine at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, and opportunities to explore the mountain roads around Maggie Valley, North Carolina.
July 2027
July 30–31 | Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown
A weekend celebrating big rigs and the people who keep America moving, with impressive trucks, custom builds and plenty of opportunities to get an up-close look at these road-going giants. Held at LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge TN.
TBA | Smoky Mountain Hudsons in the Heartland
A gathering for fans of the classic Hudson marque, bringing vintage Hudson automobiles and their owners together in the mountain community of Townsend, TN at Talley Ho Inn.
TBA | Showdown in the Valley
A laid-back mountain car and truck show featuring a variety of custom rides and automotive builds. Held in Maggie Valley, NC.
August 2027
August 19–21 | Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion
Thousands of Jeep enthusiasts head to the Smokies for one of the region’s biggest Jeep events, with custom Jeeps, off-road gear, vendors and a Show & Shine. Held in Pigeon Forge, TN.
TBA | Eurofest Maggie Valley
European cars take over the mountains for this gathering of classic and modern European vehicles. Held in Maggie Valley, NC at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
TBA | Shadow of the Mountains Car Show
An all-makes-and-models show where classic cars, hot rods, trucks and custom vehicles come together for a day in the mountains. Held at Newport City Park in Newport, TN.
September 2027
September 16–18 | Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run
A Smoky Mountain tradition for car lovers, with hundreds of classic cars, hot rods and custom vehicles filling Pigeon Forge, TN, plus vendors, a car corral and plenty of cruising along the Parkway.
TBA | Hot Rod Nationals
A celebration of hot rods, classic cars, trucks and custom vehicles, with the automotive action taking place in the Sevierville, TN area. Currently looking for a new venue to announce!
TBA | Okteenerfest
A weekend dedicated to the classic Porsche 914, with owners and enthusiasts gathering for scenic drives, social events and plenty of time with these distinctive little sports cars. Held in Townsend, TN at Highland Manor Inn.
TBA | Smoky Mountain Truck Fest
A weekend for truck enthusiasts featuring lifted, lowered and custom trucks, plus vendors and other automotive activities. Held in Sevierville, TN at the Sevierville Convention Center.
October 2027
October 22–23 | Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede
Broncos and off-road vehicles take over the LeConte Convention Center for a weekend of custom builds, vendors, Bronco gear and a Show & Shine. Held in Pigeon Forge, TN.
TBA | Smoky Mountain F-Body Fest
A gathering for fans of Chevrolet Camaros and Pontiac Firebirds, bringing F-Body owners and enthusiasts together in the Sevierville, TN area.
TBA | Jeeptober Fest in the Smokies
A fall Jeep celebration with decorated Jeeps, contests and plenty of Halloween-season fun. Held in Sevierville, TN at Quaker Steak & Lube.
TBA | Circle Yer Wagens VW Show
Volkswagen enthusiasts gather for a weekend of classic VWs, a swap meet, camping, contests and plenty of air-cooled and water-cooled favorites. Held at the Sevier County Fair Grounds in Sevierville, TN.
TBA | Cruise the Smokies Fall Rod Run
A fall gathering of classic cars, trucks and hot rods at Acquoni Expo Center with a scenic Smoky Mountain setting and a cruise through Cherokee, NC.
TBA | The Sparks Show
A family-run car and truck show featuring an eclectic mix of classic cars, hot rods, trucks and custom builds. Held at the Sevier County Fairgrounds in Sevierville Tennessee.
FAQ Planning a Smoky Mountain Car Show Weekend Getaway?
Which car shows are in Pigeon Forge?
The majority of the largest car shows in the Smokies are held in Pigeon Forge and at LeConte Event Center.
When is the Spring Rod Run?
NEW DATE!! The Spring Rod Run, normally held in April is moving to May in 2027.
When is the Fall Rod Run?
The Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run will still be held in the month of September. September 16–18.
What car shows are in Sevierville?
Ponies in the Smokies, Hot Rod Nationals, Smoky Mountain Truck and F-Body Fests, Jeeptober Fest, Circle Yer Wagens, and The Sparks Show.
What car shows are in Townsend?
Townsend Tennessee hosts the Bronco Super Celebration, British Car Show, Smoky Mountain Hudsons, and Okteenerfest.
What car shows are in Maggie Valley?
The Maggie Valley North Carolina shows include Southeast Mini Truckin’ Nationals, WNC Jeep Fest, Showdown in the Valley, and Eurofest Maggie Valley
When should you book a cabin?
Early! The Pigeon Forge Spring and Fall Rod Runs are especially popular and often have guests booking their cabins a year in advance. If you already know which car show you want to attend, we recommend booking your stay as far in advance as possible for the best selection of dates. Before you book, be sure to check our Specials & Deals page for current offers—you just may find a great rate for your car show getaway.
Autumn Ridge Vacation Rentals offers six private, 1 bedroom cabins between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, giving couples a quiet place to come back to after a busy day of cars, cruising and mountain roads!
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