2025 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
- January 9th, 2025: Membership Meeting
Location: Staybridge Hotel and Suites PF
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: The first membership meeting of the year provides networking opportunities and organizational updates. Pre-registration required via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- February 6th, 2025: Ben Humphries’ Bowling for Tourism
Location: Pigeon Forge Bowling Center
Time: 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM
Details: This annual bowling tournament benefits tourism initiatives. Multiple sessions are available. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- February 24th, 2025: State of the City
Location: LeConte Center, Pigeon Forge
Time: Luncheon 10:45 AM Registration Begins
Details: Join city officials for an overview of Pigeon Forge’s current projects and future plans. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- March 18-19, 2025: TNHTA Day on the Hill
Location: Cordell Hull State Office Building
Time: Evening Reception (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM) and Legislative Meetings (7:30 AM – 4 PM)
Details: Engage with state legislators to advocate for the hospitality and tourism industry. Registration is through TNHTA’s website.
- March 25th, 2025: SCHTA Joint Member Luncheon
Location: The Ridge
Time: Luncheon
Details: A collaborative event featuring keynote speaker Mark Ezell, providing insights into the industry. Register via SCHTA’s Eventbrite.
- April 10th, 2025: Membership meeting and luncheon
Location: Titanic Attraction
Time: 8:45 AM – 10 AM
Details: A unique networking meeting at the Titanic Attraction. Pre-registration required via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- April 17th, 2025: CPR/AED Course
Location: TBA
Time: 9 AM & 1 PM
Details: Certification course for CPR and AED usage, crucial for workplace safety. CPR and AED certification course with the PFFD. Pre-register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- May 8th, 2025: Membership meeting and luncheon
Location: Pirate’s Voyage
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: Membership Meeting featuring Stephanie Huskey as a guest speaker and presentation of Scholarships to deserving Sevier County graduating high school seniors and a fun sample from the Pirate’s show. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- June 2025: SCHTA Mayor’s Lunch
Location: The Ridge
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: An opportunity to hear updates from the county’s mayors and engage in networking. Registration through SCHTA.
- August 14th, 2025: Membership Meeting & Breakfast
Location: Margaritaville at the Island
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Details: Connect with members while hearing from Speaker Jim Evans with Knoxville’s Metropolitan Airport Authority/TYS. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- August 2025: Stars of the Industry
Location: Country Tonite Theatre
Time: 2 PM
Details: Celebrate outstanding individuals in the hospitality and tourism industry. Registration through SCHTA.
- September 18th-20th, 2025: Governor’s Conference on Tourism
Location: Kingsport
Time: All-Day Events
Details: Statewide conference covering tourism strategies and developments. Registration via TNHTA’s website.
- September 25th, 2025: Annual Benefit Golf Tournament
Location: Sevierville Golf Course
Time: All-Day Event
Details: A fundraising golf event to support industry initiatives. Register by emailing admin@pfhospitality.org.
- October 9th, 2025: Membership meeting and luncheon
Location: TBA
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: Network, learn, and enjoy lunch together at October’s meeting. Pre-register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- November 13th, 2025: America’s Heroes Tribute Luncheon
Location: Dolly’s Stampede
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: Honoring veterans and active-duty military personnel. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- November 2025: CPR/AED Course
Location: TBA
Time: 9 AM & 1 PM
Details: Certification course for CPR and AED usage, crucial for workplace safety. CPR and AED certification course with the PFFD. Pre-register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- December 11th, 2025: Holiday Membership Meeting
Location: Camp Margaritaville
Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM
Details: A festive conclusion to the year with networking and celebration. Register via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
- December 2025: Frontline Employee Christmas Party
Location: TBA
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
Details: Celebrate frontline employees with an evening of fun, food, and prizes. Pre-registration required via PFHTA’s Eventbrite.
