SUMMER 2008

June 9 - August 9 - Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales       All summer long hear tales, mountain music, and learn the lore of the Smoky Mountains on the sidewalks of downtown Gatlinburg. Fourteen acts nightly. 6 - 11 p.m.           

June 20 - July 19 - Inspired By Appalachia at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts            
Featuring their distinctive Appalachian roots, the Lovell Sisters, Justin Townes Earle, Adrienne Young and Darrell Scott are the headline performers as Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg presents its third annual summer concert series, Inspired by Appalachia, June 20 through July 18. The series features an evening with Adrienne Young on Friday, July 11, then Grammy-nominated, Nashville Music Row maverick Darrell Scott culminates the schedule on Friday, July 18. Concerts take place in an intimate 150-seat performance auditorium inside the main building of the Arrowmont School. All concerts begin at 7 p.m.  For ticket information call (865) 436-5860.

July 3 & 4 - Midnight Independence Day Parade            
The first 4th of July Parade in the good ol' U.S.A. happens in Gatlinburg. Join us for a fun-packed Holiday when the celebration of our nation's birthday begins at 12:01 a.m. in Downtown.

July 4 - Gatlinburg's River Raft Regatta            
Gatlinburg’s popular River Raft Regatta takes place at noon on Friday, July 4th, on the Little Pigeon River in Downtown Gatlinburg.

July 4 - "Stand Here" Fireworks Finale             
Finish off the 4th in style with a magnificent fireworks show visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg!
           
July 18 – 27 - Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair            
Art, crafts and music lovers can find almost 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment.
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the
Gatlinburg Convention Center.  For more information call (865) 436-7479

 

 

FALL 2008

September 1 - November 30 - Old Fashioned Hayrides            
Enjoy a unique, fun-filled hayride in downtown Gatlinburg, surrounded by the Great Smokies in the fall and Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays beginning in November.  Call (865) 436-0535 for more information.

September 19 - October 31 - Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival            
Fall decorations, old-fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits.

September 21 - Gatlinburg Run For The Hills 10K Road Race Popular 10K road race.  For more information call (865) 436-4990.

October 9 – 26 - Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair            
More than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artists demonstrating on site, selling art with live music.  Located at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

WINTER 2008

November 5 - Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff            
Gatlinburg lights up the city with millions of winter lights, an award winning chili contest, fireworks and entertainment.

November 5, 2008 - January 31, 2009 - Trolley Ride of Lights Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. For more information call (865) 436-0535.

November 5, 2008 - February 28, 2009 - Gatlinburg Winter Magic            
Enjoy more than three million twinkling lights, illuminated forests and animated displays up to 40 feet tall.

November 11 - Veteran's Day Celebration            
Join Gatlinburg in saluting America's veterans. Stirring musical tribute on Ripley's Aquarium Plaza.

November 28 & 29 - Nutcracker "Sweet" & Festival of Trees    Presented by the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company, enjoy this holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg. 7 p.m. in the W.L. Mills Conference Center.  For tickets call:  (865) 680-7369

November 25 – 30 - Holiday Arts & Crafts Show            
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community on view at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
           
December 5 - Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands, and giant helium balloons at the 2008 edition of this spectacular Gatlinburg Christmas parade. Special appearance by Santa himself!
           
December 31 - New Year's Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks  
          
Join Gatlinburg's 20th Annual fabulous fireworks show and street party on the Parkway.  Historic Nature Trail Road at the Space Needle.

 

 
 





     
   
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