April 2008

Mar. 12 - Apr. 18

Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area, TN
With over 170 different programs and activities, the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage in Gatlinburg, TN is a great time to visit the Smoky Mountains National Park.

Apr. 17

Ribfest & Wings in Gatlinburg, TN
Taste a sampling of the best barbecue ribs and chicken wings from throughout the area at Ribfest & Wings in Gatlinburg.

Apr. 23 - Apr. 27

Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, TN
More than 150 special wildflower and fauna-based programs are scheduled during the week of the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage at the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Gatlinburg, TN!

Apr. 23 - May 3

Townsend Heritage Festival and Old Timer's Day near Gatlinburg, TN
If you really want to absorb some genuine mountain culture, be sure to check out the Townsend Heritage Festival and Old Timer's Day in Townsend, Tennessee.

    May 2008

May 1 - June 8

Smoky Mountain Springfest
Three month city wide celebration featuring artistic displays of blooming flowers, arts and craft demonstrations, special sales, and live entertainment.

May 16 - May 18

27th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games
Scottish clans gather featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, live entertainment, whiskey tasting, food and merchandise vendors.

May 17 - May 18

4th Annual Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza. Over $5,000 will be awarded. Application deadline is January 31. Visit www.gfaf.net for additional information.

May 23 - May 24

3rd Annual Gatlinburg's Mountainfest
Two days of bluegrass and genuine Appalachian mountain music, crafters, demonstrations, mountain bands, clogging and the Mountain Strings Competition. Noon - 10 pm on Friday. 10 - 10 pm on Saturday.

    June 2008

June 1 - June 8

Smoky Mountain Springfest
Three month city wide celebration featuring artistic displays of blooming flowers, arts and craft demonstrations, special sales, and live entertainment.

June 13 - Aug. 31

3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
Sidewalks of downtown. Live entertainment mini-performances featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying various time periods from the 1800s to today. 6 p.m. nightly. A horse-drawn wagon carries the performers down the Parkway to their designated locations for the evening. Fourteen nightly acts involve the audience as they each perform in simultaneous 15-minute performances.

June 13 - June 15

Civil War Reenactment
Recreation of the "Battle of Burg Hill".

    July 2008

July 3

33rd Annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade
Giant helium balloons, more than 100 float entries and family fun! National entries such as Schwan Foods and Red Baron Pizza will bring in their Blaine Kern-designed floats.

July 4

River Raft Regatta River Road, ending at the Aquarium bridge in downtown Gatlinburg. Unmanned river raft race is open to anything floatable except balls and plastic eggs. Registration takes place between 11 am and Noon, with the race beginning promptly at Noon.

July 4

"Stand Here" Fourth of July Fireworks Show

July 1 - Aug. 31

3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
Sidewalks of downtown. Live entertainment mini-performances featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying various time periods from the 1800s to today. 6 p.m. nightly. A horse-drawn wagon carries the performers down the Parkway to their designated locations for the evening. Fourteen nightly acts involve the audience as they each perform in simultaneous 15-minute performances.

July 18 - July 27

Gatlinburg's Craftsmen Fair
Over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions, and offer their unique art for sale. Live bluegrass and country music. 865-436-7479.

    August 2008

Aug. 1 - Aug. 31

3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
Sidewalks of downtown. Live entertainment mini-performances featuring costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying various time periods from the 1800s to today. 6 p.m. nightly. A horse-drawn wagon carries the performers down the Parkway to their designated locations for the evening. Fourteen nightly acts involve the audience as they each perform in simultaneous 15-minute performances.

    September 2008

Sept. 1 - Dec. 30

Old Fashioned Hayrides
Traffic Light #6 at Mountain Mall. A nostalgic, fun-filled hayride through the streets of Gatlinburg. 5 - 9 p.m. Sunday - Thursday. Approximately every 45 minutes. Proceeds benefit United Way.

Sept. 19 - Oct. 31

Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival

Sept. 18

11th Annual Taste of Autumn

Sept. 21

Run for the Hills 10K Road Race
865-436-4990.

    October 2008

Oct. 1 - Dec. 30

Old Fashioned Hayrides
Traffic Light #6 at Mountain Mall. A nostalgic, fun-filled hayride through the streets of Gatlinburg. 5 - 9 p.m. Sunday - Thursday. Approximately every 45 minutes. Proceeds benefit United Way.

Oct. 1 - Oct. 31

Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival

Oct. 9 - Oct. 26

Gatlinburg's Craftsmen Fair
Over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions, and offer their unique art for sale. Live bluegrass and country music. 865-436-7479.

    November 2008

Nov. 1 - Dec. 30

Old Fashioned Hayrides
Traffic Light #6 at Mountain Mall. A nostalgic, fun-filled hayride through the streets of Gatlinburg. 5 - 9 p.m. Sunday - Thursday. Approximately every 45 minutes. Proceeds benefit United Way.

Nov. 5

19th Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest Kickoff and Chili Cook-Off
Named “Top 20 Events” by the Southeast Tourism Society, this four-month celebration transforms Gatlinburg into a gorgeous winter wonderland. November through February.

Nov. 5 - Feb. 28

Gatlinburg Winter Magic
You've got to see this! Over 3 million illuminated LED lights literally light the town! Animated displays, illuminated forests with lighted animals native to the Great Smoky Mountains. and twinkling lights galore.

Nov. 5 - Jan. 26

Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza. Enjoy the spectacular lighting displays of Gatlinburg Winter Magic from the comfort of a trolley. $4 per person. For advanced reservations call 865-436-0535.

Nov. 11

Veterans Day Celebration
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza.

Nov. 26 - Nov. 30

Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Holiday Show.

Nov. 28 - Nov. 29

Gatlinburg's Festival of Trees and Nutcracker "Sweet"
W. L. Mills Conference Center. 4 - 7 pm. 865-680-7369.

    December 2008

Dec. 1 - Dec. 30

Old Fashioned Hayrides
Traffic Light #6 at Mountain Mall. A nostalgic, fun-filled hayride through the streets of Gatlinburg. 5 - 9 p.m. Sunday - Thursday. Approximately every 45 minutes. Proceeds benefit United Way.

Dec. 1 - Jan. 26

Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza. Enjoy the spectacular lighting displays of Gatlinburg Winter Magic from the comfort of a trolley. $4 per person. For advanced reservations call 865-436-0535.

Dec. 1 - Dec. 31

Gatlinburg Winter Magic
You've got to see this! Over 3 million illuminated LED lights literally light the town! Animated displays, illuminated forests with lighted animals native to the Great Smoky Mountains. and twinkling lights galore.

Dec. 1 - Dec. 31

Smoky Mountain Winterfest
Named “Top 20 Events” by the Southeast Tourism Society, this four-month celebration transforms Gatlinburg into a gorgeous winter wonderland. November through February.

Dec. 5

33rd Annual "Fantasy of Lights" Christmas Parade
Bring the kids, bundle up and enjoy more than 100 parade entries, marching bands, millions of lights and giant helium balloons with special guests Santa Claus and his elves.

Dec. 31

20th Annual New Year's Eve Fireworks Show and Ball Drop
Join the crowd of 40,000 for a street party including free party favors, hats, tiaras, a fireworks show and live entertainment. 11 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day.