Chuck Wagon Cookoff Competition

2027 Chuck Wagon Cookoff Weekend & Competition

March 5–7, 2027 | Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Saddle up for a weekend of cowboy cooking and Western heritage at the 2027 Chuck Wagon Cookoff Weekend & Competition in Pigeon Forge, TN. This popular three-day Smoky Mountain event brings authentic chuck wagons, traditional open-fire cooking, entertainment, and family-friendly fun to Pigeon Forge.

Experience an Authentic Chuck Wagon Cookoff

Long before food trucks hit the streets, chuck wagons served as mobile kitchens for cowboys traveling the American cattle trails. The Pigeon Forge Chuck Wagon Cookoff keeps that tradition alive as competing teams prepare classic cowboy fare onsite using traditional cooking methods and fire-powered ovens.

During the competition, chuck wagon teams compete for cash prizes and awards in several categories, including:

• Meat
• Potatoes
• Bread
• Beans
• Dessert
• Most Authentic Wagon

Beyond the competition, the weekend celebrates the history and traditions of the American West, giving visitors a unique opportunity to experience a piece of cowboy culture right here in the Smoky Mountains.

A Full Weekend of Western Fun

The 2027 Pigeon Forge Chuck Wagon Cookoff Weekend runs March 5–7 and includes more than the main cooking competition. The three-day celebration also features an intimate dinner concert and Cowboy Church, making it easy to turn the event into a full weekend getaway in Pigeon Forge.

The main Chuck Wagon Cookoff Competition takes place at Clabough’s Campground & RV Park, 405 Wears Valley Road in Pigeon Forge.

Stay with Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins

Turn your visit to the 2027 Chuck Wagon Cookoff in Pigeon Forge into a Smoky Mountain getaway with Bear Tracts Vacation Cabins. Stay close to Pigeon Forge attractions, restaurants, entertainment, and special events while enjoying the space and privacy of your own Smoky Mountain cabin.

Spend the day experiencing authentic cowboy cooking and Western traditions, then head back to your Bear Tracts cabin to relax and enjoy more time together in the Smokies.

Event Dates: March 5–7, 2027
Location: Clabough’s Campground & RV Park
Address: 405 Wears Valley Road, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863