National Quartet Convention
Southern Gospel's Biggest Week of the Year
The National Quartet Convention is the largest and longest-running Southern Gospel music event in the country, drawing thousands of fans to Pigeon Forge each fall. The week-long event features performances by the genre’s biggest names, daytime showcases, vendor exhibits, songwriter sessions, and morning chapel services — all under one roof at the LeConte Center.
A short drive from Smith Creek Resort makes this a perfect base for gospel music fans attending the convention.
Who It’s For: Southern Gospel fans, choir members, church groups, songwriters, and music history lovers.
What to Expect: Headline concerts by Southern Gospel’s biggest artists, daytime showcases, exhibitor booths, songwriter circles, and a daily Sunday morning service on the closing day.
Do’s: Buy admission packages early (many fans return year after year), bring comfortable shoes (the LeConte Center is large), and consider a tour or church group package.
Don’ts: Don’t expect a single-day event — the convention runs a full week with different performers each evening.
Information
Date and Timings
- Start Date: September 27, 2026
End Date: October 3rd, 2026
Hours: All-day events; evening main-stage concerts typically 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
What to Know
- Type of Experience: Indoor music convention, Southern Gospel concerts.
- Fun Fact: The National Quartet Convention has been held annually since 1957, making it one of the longest-running music conventions in America. It has called Pigeon Forge home since 2014.
