— The 3-day live music spectacular and conference will feature the top songwriting talent in Country, Pop, and more - GATLINBURG, TN (March 31, 2021)—The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival will take place in downtown Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge August 19-22. Nestled in the heart of The Great Smoky Mountains, the three-day conference and live music spectacular will feature nightly shows by hit songwriters in venues, including The Listening Room--Pigeon Forge, Ole Red, SkyLift Par