Revved Up in Rocky Top!
Summer is coming to an end, and if you’ve lived in East Tennessee for more than a second, you know what that means: car show season is revving up!
The 2025 car show season in Pigeon Forge is shifting into high gear, and it’s bringing something for every kind of enthusiast. From vintage Broncos and off-road-ready Jeeps to slammed trucks and old-school muscle, these shows are a celebration of all things automotive. Here’s your guide to what’s rolling into town.
Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede - August 15–16, 2025
Ford fans, this one's for you! The Bronco Stampede rolls is a spectacular showcase of these iconic off-roaders, from first-gen models to the latest trail-ready beasts. You’ll find custom builds, rare restorations, and plenty of Bronco merch, plus a friendly vibe that makes it easy to strike up a conversation with fellow enthusiasts. It’s family-friendly, relaxed, and full of four-wheel-drive fun.
Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion - August 21–23, 2025
Get ready for one of the biggest Jeep gatherings in the Southeast. Thousands of Jeeps take over town—Wranglers, Gladiators, old-school CJs—you name it. The Invasion includes massive vendor expos, trail rides, and the always-popular Jeep parade down the Parkway. Even if you’re not a Jeep owner, it’s worth a visit just to see the creativity on display (and maybe pick up some gear for your own ride).
Fall Rod Run - September 11–13, 2025
Fall Rod Run isn’t just the main event—it’s a Pigeon Forge tradition. Classic cars flood the Parkway, hotels fill up, and the whole town buzzes with energy. It’s part car show, part social event, and fully worth braving the crowds. It’s a sign that summer’s winding down, but the party’s still going strong!
Smoky Mountain Truck Fest - September 26–27, 2025
Trucks take center stage this weekend, and bigger is definitely better. From classic pickups to towering show trucks, this event celebrates all things truck-related. Expect lots of chrome, high-horsepower builds, and a crowd that knows their way around an engine bay. Vendors, food trucks, and contests round out the fun.
Smoky Mountain F-Body Fest - October 16-18, 2025
Camaro and Firebird fans, this is your moment. F-Body Fest brings together muscle car lovers for a weekend of burnouts, restoration showcases, and plenty of V8 rumble. Whether you’re into show-quality classics or modern performance, there’s a lot to admire—and maybe even envy.
No matter which ride gets your motor running, the Pigeon Forge Rod Runs series is the place to be. So, tune up your plans and get ready to roll into these shows—you won’t want to miss a single mile!
Put the pedal to the metal on Tennessee’s hottest rides at www.guidetotennessee.com/automotive-transportation!
