Family Fun with Themed Events
Themed Events Make Every Stay Unique at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake Near Knoxville, TN
When it comes to family camping and cabins in Tennessee, Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake in Loudon—just outside Knoxville—offers more than a place to stay. It’s a place to celebrate! Our Themed Events bring themed fun to life with hands-on activities, silly competitions, and memory-making moments for campers of all ages.
During the shoulder season, themed weekend events keep the campground buzzing, while in the summer, the celebration continues all week long. With a new theme each week, families who visit multiple times in a season enjoy a completely different experience every stay—it’s like taking multiple vacations without ever leaving your favorite campground.
Looking for the best campgrounds near Knoxville for kids and families? Explore our event calendar and plan your next themed getaway today.
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All activities and dates are subject to change without notice.
May 15-17, 2026
Grand Opening Anniversary Celebration
Join us for a bear-y big adventure at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake! Celebrate the anniversary of our grand opening with a weekend packed full of family fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Splash into excitement at our water park, take part in thrilling games and activities for all ages, and enjoy cuddly meet-and-greets with Yogi Bear™, Cindy Bear™, and Boo Boo™. From arts and crafts to live entertainment, there’s something for every camper to enjoy. Come celebrate with us and make this anniversary a rahh-some good time your family will never forget! #GrandOpening
May 22-25, 2026
Honoring Sacrifice With Gratitude: A Memorial Day Dedication
Join us at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake for a heartfelt Memorial Day weekend dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Enjoy family-friendly activities, patriotic crafts, and special ceremonies that celebrate our heroes. Yogi Bear™ and friends will be on hand for fun, remembrance, and memorable photo opportunities.
To keep the spirit high throughout the weekend, we’ll also feature a DJ playing family‑friendly favorites and a live band bringing patriotic and feel‑good tunes to the festivities. Enjoy music-filled evenings that blend celebration, community, and gratitude.
Together, we’ll reflect, give thanks, and create meaningful moments in a weekend filled with pride, remembrance, and community spirit.
May 26-31, 2026
Woodland Wonders Weekend
Step into the magic of the forest at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake! Join Yogi Bear™ and friends for a weekend full of woodland-themed adventures, from nature scavenger hunts and critter crafts to fairy and gnome-inspired activities. Explore the trails, play forest games, and meet cuddly forest creatures while discovering the wonders of the great outdoors. With fun for the whole family, Woodland Wonders Weekend is your chance to connect with nature, make lasting memories, and let your imagination run wild!
June 1-7, 2026
Pirate Sails and Mermaid Tail Adventures
Ahoy, mateys! Set sail at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake for a weekend of swashbuckling fun and underwater magic. Join Yogi Bear™ and friends on a pirate‑and‑mermaid–themed adventure full of treasure hunts, seashell crafts, and splash‑tacular games. Families can enjoy costume parades, “walk the plank” obstacle courses, and make‑your‑own pirate hats or mermaid crowns. Don’t miss story time with mermaids, pirate trivia challenges, and a grand treasure chest hunt—fun for both landlubbers and little sailors alike!
To keep the ocean‑side excitement going, enjoy live music as a special event during the weekend—perfect for pirates to jig and mermaids to sway! Then, wrap up the evening with a magical Dive‑In Movie, where families can watch a sea‑themed film while floating or relaxing poolside under the stars.
June 8-14, 2026
Pirate Sails and Mermaid Tail Adventures
Ahoy, mateys! Set sail at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake for a weekend of swashbuckling fun and underwater magic. Join Yogi Bear™ and friends on a pirate‑and‑mermaid–themed adventure full of treasure hunts, seashell crafts, and splash‑tacular games. Families can enjoy costume parades, “walk the plank” obstacle courses, and make‑your‑own pirate hats or mermaid crowns. Don’t miss story time with mermaids, pirate trivia challenges, and a grand treasure chest hunt—fun for both landlubbers and little sailors alike!
To keep the ocean‑side excitement going, enjoy live music as a special event during the weekend—perfect for pirates to jig and mermaids to sway! Then, wrap up the evening with a magical Dive‑In Movie, where families can watch a sea‑themed film while floating or relaxing poolside under the stars.
June 15-21, 2026
Superpower Spectacular: A Superdad Celebration
Unleash your inner superhero and embark on epic adventures at Jellystone Park™! Experience the thrill of becoming a hero as you participate in exciting activities and challenges. Test your agility and speed in our “Supers Training Course”, and meet and greet your favorite superheroes and villains. Unleash your creative powers as you design your own superhero masks, capes, and more. Then cap off the action-packed fun with a special performance by a live band, bringing heroic energy and excitement to the celebration.
Join us for an unforgettable week of fun, adventure, and super‑powered excitement!
June 22-28, 2026
Prehistoric Party Palooza
Travel back in time at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake for a roaring Dino Adventure Weekend! Step into a prehistoric world full of excitement as Yogi Bear™ and friends guide families through fossil digs and dino‑themed crafts. Unearth hidden “fossils,” create your own dinosaur masks and models, and test your dino skills in obstacle courses designed for little paleontologists. Enjoy story time with prehistoric tales, interactive games, and a dinosaur scavenger hunt across the park. And don’t miss a special stop at our Petting Zoo, where young explorers can meet gentle farm animals—adding a fun, hands‑on twist to the prehistoric adventure! From T‑Rex roars to Triceratops tracks, it’s a dino‑mite weekend of adventure, learning, and fun for the whole family!
June 29, 2026 – July 5, 2026
Red, White and Boo Boo™
Celebrate the spirit of America with a playful twist at Red, White & Boo Boo™—a festive, patriotic-themed weekend featuring Yogi Bear™, Boo Boo™, and the whole Jellystone Park™ gang! This weekend combines Independence Day festivities with the fun-loving charm of Yogi Bear™ and his friends, offering an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Boo Boo™ will be celebrating his birthday, so wear your best red, white and blue gear for a fun filled celebration! From live Musical Entertainment, to Petting Zoo and Silent Discos…we have fun for everyone!
July 6-12, 2026
Chomp & Chill: An Under the Sea Adventure
Dive into a world of excitement and oceanic wonder at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake! This thrilling weekend is packed with shark‑themed fun and marine adventures the whole family can enjoy. Explore the mysteries of the deep blue sea with hands‑on activities like under‑the‑sea crafts, shark encounter relays, and a gem mine where you can dig for your very own shark teeth.
Splash into excitement during our Dive‑In Movie, participate in ocean‑themed scavenger hunts, and join Yogi Bear™ and friends for interactive games inspired by life beneath the waves.
Plus, enjoy a special live music performance to keep the ocean vibes flowing—perfect for families to relax, dance, and chomp & chill together! From fin‑tastic challenges to crafty ocean creations, Chomp & Chill is a weekend of discovery, adventure, and memories that will make a splash with everyone!
July 13-19, 2026
Christmas Carnival
Celebrate the magic of the holidays in the middle of summer at Jellystone Park™ Watts Bar Lake! Join Yogi Bear™ and friends for a festive Christmas Carnival filled with holiday‑themed games, crafts, and family fun. Decorate ornaments, create Santa’s helper crafts, and enjoy carnival‑style activities with a jolly twist. Take part in candy cane scavenger hunts, meet Santa and his friends, and enjoy sweet treats that bring the holiday spirit to life. To make the celebration even more merry, enjoy live music that fills the park with Christmas cheer—summer‑style! Sing, dance, and celebrate the season with joyful tunes that bring the magic to life.
With music, laughter, and summer sunshine, Christmas Carnival is a merry, magical week the whole family will treasure!
