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FALL 2007 November 7 – 18th Annual Winterfest Kickoff & Chili Cookoff – The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Smoky Mountain Winterfest by turning on over three million Gatlinburg Winter Magic lights including new displays making their debut in 2007. Sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses and vote for your favorite. Event includes live entertainment and a magnificent fireworks display. Downtown Gatlinburg (GSE) (800) 568-4748. November 11 – Veteran’s Day Celebration – Join the City of Gatlinburg in saluting the men and women of America who have served in our Armed Forces. Program includes stirring musical tributes, ceremonial words and recognition of Veterans in attendance at Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. (800) 568-4748. November 7 to 30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Gatlinburg’s spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. (865) 436-3897. November 22 to 25 – Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. (800) 568-4748. WINTER 2007-2008 November 23 & 24 – Gatlinburg’s Festival of Trees – Dozens upon dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees await visitors in this winter wonderland at Gatlinburg Convention Center. (800) 568-4748 December 7– Gatlinburg’s 32nd Annual “Fantasy
of Lights” Christmas Parade, Presented by Schwan’s – This
popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as
one of the very best by the International Festival and Events Association
and as one of the Top Twenty Events in the South by the Southeast
Tourism Society. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands, equestrian
units and giant helium balloons. (800) 568-4748 January 2 to February 29 – Night Magic Skiing – Monday through Friday (non-holidays) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ober Gatlinburg (865) 436-5423. January 25 – Southern Exposure 7 at Ober Gatlinburg – Skiing and snowboarding competitions include slalom races (giant and parallel), jumping, and awards ceremony. Event also includes the unique Cardboard Sled Classic Race featuring homemade sleds constructed of cardboard, paper, tape and adhesive. (800) 251-9202.
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SPRING 2008 March 14 to May 30 – Smoky Mountain Springfest – A countywide celebration of the season in the cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. (800) 568-4748. April 17 – Ribfest & Wings – Enjoy the area’s best ribs and wings as well as free entertainment. One admission allows sampling until the ribs run out! Downtown Gatlinburg. (800) 568-4748. April 21 to 27 – 58th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage – Enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 170 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors. (865) 436-7318 x22. May 16 – Gatlinburg Scottish Festival Grand Parade – All Scots are invited to march or ride in the parade as a kickoff to the 26th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games. May 17 & 18 – Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games at Mills Park – 26th Annual Scottish clans meeting featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment and whiskey tasting, along with food & merchandise vendors. May 17 & 18 – Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival – A family oriented fine arts festival at Ripley’s Plaza and River Road featuring juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont School of Art and the Sevier County Arts Council. (888) 240-1358. SUMMER 2008 July 3 – 4th of July Midnight Parade – This 33rd annual showcase is the “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!” Parade starts at 12:00 a.m. on July 4th. Floats, balloons, and marchers pay tribute to our country. (800) 568-4748. July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation’s “Independence Day” with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m. with this grand display. (800) 568-4748.
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