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Music in the Mountains returns to Pigeon Forge

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Photos of a parade with floats and performers on the Pigeon Forge Parkway in Pigeon Forge, TN

The beauty and culture of East Tennessee are on parade at this annual event.

Photos provided by Pigeon Forge Dept. of Tourism

Pigeon Forge is throwing a foot-stompin’ party on the Parkway in April.

Music in the Mountains, an annual parade celebrating Great Smoky Mountains heritage, will take over the downtown streets of Pigeon Forge on Friday, April 4 at 6 p.m. Look forward to:

  • Marching bands + choral groups
  • Local musicians
  • Dancers + other performers
  • Floats featuring local organizations + businesses

Pro tip: bring a chair and get there early for the best views of this springtime Smokies tradition.

Plan your parade day

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