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Gatlinburg
Calendar of Events
Choose a month below to see the exciting events and activities going on in Gatlinburg during that month.
Pigeon Forge Events | Sevierville Events
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
October 2009
August 15 - November 15 -- Fall Foliage in the Smokies
The notion that peak color season of Fall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park happens in mid-October is a
misconception. The marvelous colors of autumn actually light up the Smokies for seven weeks or more as the colors move
down the mountainsides from the highest elevations to the foothills.
September 1 - October 29 -- Old Fashioned Wagon Rides
Departure is from traffic light #6 at Mountain Mall from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, leaving approximately
every 45 minutes.
September 18 - October 31 -- Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
Fall decorations, old fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits.
October 8 - October 25 -- Gatlinburg
Craftsmen's Fair
More than 200 booths. Artists demonstrating on site, selling art. Live music. Held at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
November 2009
August 15 - November 15 -- Fall Foliage in the Smokies
The notion that peak color season of Fall in Great Smoky Mountains National Park happens in mid-October is a
misconception. The marvelous colors of autumn actually light up the Smokies for seven weeks or more as the colors move
down the mountainsides from the highest elevations to the foothills.
November 4 - February 28, 2010 -- Gatlinburg Winter Magic
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays
from November through February.
November 4 -- Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff
The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter Magic from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Downtown Parkway with over three
million lights. Enjoy live entertainment, sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses.
November 4 - January 30 -- Trolley Ride of Lights
Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays.
November 11 -- Veteran's Day Celebration
Join Gatlinburg in saluting America's veterans. Musical tribute on Ripley's Aquarium Plaza.
November 23 - November 30 -- Holiday Arts
& Crafts Show
Unique handcrafted Christmas gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
November 24 - November 28 -- Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees and weekend performances of a holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg.
November 27 - November 28 -- The Nutcracker "Sweet"
Presented by the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company, enjoy this holiday classic presented in Gatlinburg, with
performances at 7 p.m. in the W.L. Mills Auditorium. (GSE) Call (865) 680-7369 for information and reservations.
November 27 - December 20 -- Winter Magic Tunes & Tales
Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling and entertainment along the
Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this third annual event!
December 2009
November 4 - January 30 -- Trolley Ride of Lights
Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays.
November 4 - February 28, 2010 -- Gatlinburg Winter Magic
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays
from November through February.
November 27 - December 20 -- Winter Magic Tunes & Tales
Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling and entertainment along the
Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this third annual event!
December 1 - December 6 -- Holiday Arts & Crafts Show
Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual
holiday show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Visit www.gatlinburgcrafts.com or call (800) 568-4748.
December 4 -- Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
Gatlinburg’s 34th annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 4 including marching bands
and giant helium balloons.
December 6 - December 7 -- Christmas On Ice
One of Gatlinburg’s most colorful and spectacular shows of the holiday season has scheduled performances for Saturday
and Sunday, December 6 and 7, and it’s free!
December 31 -- New Year's Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks
Join Gatlinburg's 22nd Annual fabulous fireworks show and street party on the Parkway.
January 2010
November 4 - January 30 -- Trolley Ride of Lights
Enjoy a guided trolley ride of the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays.
November 4 - February 28, 2010 -- Gatlinburg Winter Magic
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays
from November through February.
February 2010
November 4 - February 28, 2010 -- Gatlinburg Winter Magic
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays
from November through February.
March 2010
March 1 - June 7 -- Gatlinburg SpringFest
Ahhh...Springtime in the Smokies! There's no better time to enjoy nature and festivals of all types.
March 13 -- Holly and Shamrock Parade
- St. Nicholas St. Patrick
St. Nicholas & St. Patrick – Together At Last! Everybody had so much fun the first time, they’re going to do it again as
these two Saints will meet and march together in the second annual Holly & Shamrock Parade on the downtown Parkway.
Gatlinburg puts on quite a parade so plan now to enjoy a veritable explosion of red and green with hundreds of Santas,
Mrs. Clauses, elves, reindeer and even an All-Santa Band.
March 13 - March 16 -- Celebrate Santa
Santa Claus is coming to Gatlinburg! And Mrs. Claus, and the reindeer, too. It's the biggest convention of jolly old
elves you can imagine as the Jolly Old Elf and his cohorts gather at the Convention Center for their 2010 convention,
trade show and gala. Elves. Real-bearded and designer-bearded Santas and even those who have never donned the red suit
(but think they might like to) will be in attendance.
March 31 - April 3 -- Arts & Crafts
Community Show
Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at
the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
April 2010
March 1 - June 7 -- Gatlinburg SpringFest
Ahhh...Springtime in the Smokies! There's no better time to enjoy nature and festivals of all types.
March 31 - April 3 -- Arts & Crafts
Community Show
Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community as they host their annual show at
the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
April 4 -- Easter Sunrise at Ober
Soak up Easter Sunday sunrise from the top of Mt. Harrison at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort during this service sponsored
by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association.
April 21 - April 25 -- 60th
Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage
Enjoy the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours,
motorcades, demonstrations & classroom lectures.
April 22 -- Ribfest & Wings
Gatlinburg’s 8th Annual Ribfest & Wings festival will feature extended hours (4 to 10 p.m., with food sampling starting
at 6) and loads of atmosphere as the Parkway transforms into a Street Fair between Traffic Light 6 and Riverside Motor
Inn/Reagan Terrace Mall.
May 2010
March 1 - June 7 -- Gatlinburg SpringFest
Ahhh...Springtime in the Smokies! There's no better time to enjoy nature and festivals of all types.
May 14 - May 16 -- Gatlinburg Scottish Festival &
Games
28th Annual Scottish clans meeting featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie
demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment, whiskey tasting, food & merchandise vendors.
May 15 - May 16 -- Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival
A family oriented fine arts festival featuring juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music on
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza and River Road.
June 2010
March 1 - June 7 -- Gatlinburg SpringFest
Ahhh...Springtime in the Smokies! There's no better time to enjoy nature and festivals of all types.
* The events seen on this calendar are subject to change and have been based on information from the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce.