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Travel to Gatlinburg for a Smoky Mountain Christmas

Ashley — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:20:00 GMT

Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg celebrate the holiday season with the starts of Smoky Mountain Winterfest. Over five million lights are aglow on the Parkway, from Sevierville to Gatlinburg. Plenty of magical Christmas scenes and seasonal spirit fill the atmosphere, creating a unique and truly memorable Smoky Mountain Christmas. This is a great time of year to enjoy southern hospitality with spectacular holiday shows & entertainment steeped with tradition. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain...(read more)

5th Annual Forge Invitational Musclecar Show heads to Pigeon Forge Area

Ashley — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 18:13:00 GMT

The era of Detroit’s wildest horsepower years will be displayed for one weekend only at the Sevierville Events Center on October 26-27, 2007. Some of the rarest Chevrolet, Ford, and Chrysler performance street cars and racecars of the 1960s and 1970s have been selected for admission to the 5th Annual Forge Invitational Musclecar Show, the only event of its kind. These authentic, invitation-only vehicles include the tire-blazing 427-inch Camaros and Corvettes, 426 Hemi-powered Plymouth...(read more)

Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair begins October 11th

Ashley — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 15:50:00 GMT

"Rarely does an event come along that features the wonderful variety of juried artists as the Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair. It is a show that should not be missed!" - Southeast Tourism Society Gatlinburg combines colorful, breathtaking mountains, cool autumn freshness and the allure of nature's beauty. These are some very good reasons to visit the Great Smoky Mountains this fall. But if you need a little more coaxing, how about making plans to attend one of the Southeast's most popular events...(read more)

Fall in love with Gatlinburg this Autumn

Ashley — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 22:45:00 GMT

It's that time of year again. The time when warm, sunny days and cool, clear nights mix with just the right amount of rain to begin to transform 800 square miles of lush green forest into a brilliant palette of vibrant autumnal colors. There's no better place to take in the beauty of fall than in Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The fall color display usually reaches peak at middle and lower elevations between mid-October and early November. Watch as the red maple trees that shroud...(read more)

Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival in Gatlinburg

Ashley — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 17:55:00 GMT

From crafts to live entertainment, during the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival the Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville area transforms itself through fun times, vibrant leaves and hospitality of the locals. Come visit this magical time in Tennessee as you explore the Smoky Mountain region, taking in all of the special attractions of the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival.This county wide celebration, held in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, features an array of craft shows, a decorating...(read more)

MountainFest in Gatlinburg, TN

Ashley — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 21:25:00 GMT

Join the "Mountains of Fun" as Gatlinburg, Tennessee welcomes summer visitors. Gatlinburg, Tennessee is continuing a new annual summer event celebrating the rich heritage and simple beauty of life in the Appalachian Mountains known as MountainFest. Gatlinburg, already well known nationally and internationally as "The Gateway to the Smoky Mountains" vacation destination with endless attractions and entertainment, is celebrating its part of the mountain range and Appalachian culture. ...(read more)

Take an Uplifting trip to Tennessee's Mount LeConte

Ashley — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 22:08:00 GMT

You don't need a map or compass to hike to Mount LeConte. There's only one direction: up. There are five different routes up and down Mount LeConte, the third-highest peak in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and to its rustic lodge. Those trails and the backcountry lodge with its rough-hewn charm and its very special mystique are very popular. They make Mount LeConte one of the most-hiked mountains in the park and in the Southern Appalachians. LeConte Lodge, the only lodging inside...(read more)

Midnight Independence Day Parade in Gatlinburg

Ashley — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 18:04:00 GMT

For the 32nd consecutive year, Gatlinburg will kick off America’s Independence Day celebration with the nation’s first parade, presented by Red Baron Pizza, which will lead off at midnight to the cheers of 80,000 to 100,000 spectators. A salute to Gatlinburg's Bicentennial Celebration and a tribute to our five branches of military service will be among the many highlights. “This will be one of the most patriotic and colorful parades that the City of Gatlinburg has ever produced,” according to Special...(read more)

Gatlinburg's Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales

Ashley — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:30:00 GMT

Gatlinburg's summer-long street performance event features costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying time periods as far back as 1800. Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales is an official Gatlinburg Department of Tourism event and is one of many special events throughout the year. Whether returning to Gatlinburg, Tennessee or visiting for the first time, visitors to Gatlinburg TN may be more entertained than on previous visits. Gatlinburg's summer-long street performance event...(read more)

Gatlinburg's Fine Arts Festival

Ashley — Fri, 18 May 2007 22:20:00 GMT

For the third year, Ripley’s Aquarium and Arrowmont’s School of Arts and Crafts have joined forces with the city of Gatlinburg to host the annual Fine Arts Festival May 19-20. The festival is one of several events scheduled for that weekend in Sevier County. Held on the same weekend as the Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games, Sevierville’s Bloomin’ Barbeque and Bluegrass and the Robert F. Thomas Foundation benefit concert featuring Dolly Parton, it may seem like there’s too much to...(read more)

Visit Gatlinburg this Spring!

Ashley — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 16:11:00 GMT

Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, trees are full of new growth and leaves, frost has melted from the ground and waterfalls are flowing freely. Wildlife is emerging and stirring about from their winter slumber. Indeed, spring can be felt in the cool, crisp air of Gatlinburg. Spring is a magnificent time to visit Gatlinburg. As if the entertainment and nightlife of Gatlinburg weren’t already great reasons to visit, local merchants and the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism join forces...(read more)

New Years Celebrations in Gatlinburg

Ashley — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 20:55:00 GMT

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is holding an open invitation to ring in the New Year amidst a kaleidoscope of colorful sea creatures. The downtown Gatlinburg attraction is hosting its annual New Year’s Eve celebration, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. A widely popular event, the Aquarium’s count down to the New Year has sold out in advance each year. Director of Sales and Marketing for Ripley’s Aquarium, Joel Young, attributes the event’s success to the unique nature of...(read more)

Celebrate a Smoky Mountain Christmas this Season!

Ashley — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:19:00 GMT

The perfect way to celebrate this holiday season is with a Smoky Mountain Christmas in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The beautifully decorated cities warm both heart and spirit with their holiday cheer. A Smoky Mountain Christmas is a unique experience combining cherished traditions and fun family activities. The amazing light displays and holiday performances create the perfect setting for your holiday celebration! Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg officially turn...(read more)

Autumn hues abundant in the Smokies

Ashley — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 20:20:00 GMT

Depending upon the amount of time available, as well as physical condition, there are a variety of ways for people to enjoy the spectacular autumn color in the Smokies. This color is found not only in the trees. An added bonus is the color to be seen in the wide array of fall wildflowers blooming now, according to Smokies volunteer Tom Harrington. Harrington said the flowers to be seen now are white turtleheads, great blue lobelia, orange touch-me-nots, black-eyed susans, white...(read more)

31st Annual Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair

Ashley — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 19:21:00 GMT

The 31st annual Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair will be held Oct. 5 to 22 at the Convention Center. Promoters Sam and Tracey Large have developed and coordinated this event for three decades. It attracts over 180 craft people. The Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair is recognized as one of the top 20 events in the Southeast by Southeast Tourism Society. Artisans not only make their art available for viewing and sale, but also demonstrate their special talents and skills. Potter David Howard discovered...(read more)