Upcoming Gatlinburg Events

Take a look at all of the events in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountain area for your next vacation. Throughout the year you’ll find seasonal events, festivals and more to help celebrate the season and the area.

January

January 1 to 31 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic

The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (GCVBE)

February

February 1 to 28 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic

The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (GCVBE)

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June

Saturdays in June – Gatlinburg Farmers Market

Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 pm in the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at the Covered Bridge, 849 Glades Road.

June 21 to July 31 – Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales

All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life long ago in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform along the Parkway every evening during this ninth annual event! (GCVBE)

Mid-June to Mid-August – Free Parkway Trolley

The City of Gatlinburg will offer free trolley service to patrons along the length of the Parkway for nine weeks this summer. The free specially painted open-air shuttles will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Extra stops have been established between traffic lights 1 and 10 along Parkway.

July

Saturdays in July – Gatlinburg Farmers Market

Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

July 1-29 – Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales

All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this eighth annual event!

July 4 – River Raft Regatta

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

July 4 – 4th of July Fireworks Show

Finish off the 4th in style with a magnificent fireworks show visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg!

July 10-19 – Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

Art, crafts and music lovers will discover over 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 6 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($)

July 1-31 – Free Parkway Trolley

The City of Gatlinburg will offer free trolley service to patrons along the length of the Parkway for nine weeks this Summer. The free specially painted open-air shuttles will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Extra stops have been established between traffic lights 1 and 10 along Parkway.

August

August 1-10 – Free Parkway Trolley

The City of Gatlinburg will offer free trolley service to patrons along the length of the Parkway for nine weeks this Summer. The free specially painted open-air shuttles will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Extra stops have been established between traffic lights 1 and 10 along Parkway.

Saturdays in August – Gatlinburg Farmers Market

Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

August 20-23 – Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival

Celebrating the area’s Appalachian musical roots, Gatlinburg will host its fifth annual Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival.

September

Gatlinburg Farmers Market – through October 27

Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

September 17 – 22nd Annual Taste of Autumn

Sample signature dishes from the area’s finest restaurants and other vendors. Enjoy live entertainment with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. Doors of the Gatlinburg Convention Center open at 5 p.m. (GCVBE)  ($)

September 25-November 1 – Oktoberfest

This Ober Gatlinburg festival features Bavarian-style food, bier garten, music and live entertainment through early November, with daily shows and multiple shows each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

October

October 1-30 – Oktoberfest

This Ober Gatlinburg festival features Bavarian-style food, bier garten, music and live entertainment through early November, with daily shows and multiple shows each Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

 

October 2 to 24 – Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival Tunes and Tales
On weekends in October, visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and
learn about life long ago in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers,
musicians and cloggers perform along the Parkway every Friday and Saturday
evening during this twelfth annual event! (GCVB) (800) 568-4748.

October 8-25 – Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

Art, crafts and music lovers will find over 200 booths featuring some of the nation’s finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skill, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Enjoy live country & bluegrass entertainment at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. ($)

November

November 6 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff

The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter Magic from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Downtown Parkway by turning on over three million lights. Enjoy live entertainment, sample chili recipes from local restaurants and businesses and vote for your favorite. (GCVBE) ($)

November 12 to 29 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic

The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (GCVBE)

November 6-January 31, 2020 – Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights

Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. Departure is from the Ripley’s Aquarium Trolley Station. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Group reservations are available. Book your seats on-line by visiting www.gatlinburg.com/events (GCVBE) ($)

December

December 1 to 30 – Gatlinburg Winter Magic

The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays, featuring all LED bulbs. (GCVBE)

 

December 4 – Gatlinburg’s 41st Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade

This popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as one of the very best by the International Festival and Events Association. Parade features lighted floats, marching bands, equestrian units and helium balloons. Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. (GCVBE)

December 31 – New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show & Ball Drop on Historic Nature Trail at the Parkway

The Space Needle area at traffic light #8 comes alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show. Features live entertainment. “Best New Year’s Eve Show in the South.” (GCVBE)

Notes: (GCVBE) – indicates a Gatlinburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Event; ($) – indicates admission or other fees may apply.

The Famous Biltmore Estate

The 250-room chateau is as impressive today as it was more than a century ago, a site to behold, and a short day-trip from your cabin at Mountain Shadows Resort. Biltmore House is truly a wonder of architecture and hospitality. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the house, as well as the beautiful gardens and grounds surrounding it. Just across the mountain from Gatlinburg in east Asheville, NC. Open dates and hours vary.

Car Shows and Rod Runs

Shades of the Past Rod Run XXXII

Rods, Customs and Classics through 1972 in Pigeon Forge September.

Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run

Features thousands of hot rods and muscle cars of all years, makes, models, colors, and sizes September.