10/22/2009
Gatlinburg Winterfest Trolley Ride of Lights
The Gatlinburg Winterfest Trolley Ride of Lights is a delightful 45-minute guided tour of the city. The tours take guests on a winter wonderland tour of the city so that friends and family can see the beauty of the holiday season in the Smoky Mountains. The Trolley Tours depart three times nightly from November 4 – December 30, and each Saturday night in January. Departure times are at 6:30, 7:40

10/21/2009
Ripley's Aquarium hosts Thrill the World Event
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies will host “Thrill the World,” a worldwide attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest simultaneous dance with Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” on October 24 at 8:30pm.Actress Ola Ray, who is best known for portraying Jackson’s girlfriend in the “Thriller” video, will be on hand to lead the dancers in the “Thrill the World” dance at the aquarium.Last

10/5/2009
Join Gatlinburg for its Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff
Gatlinburg’s 20th Annual Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, from 4pm-9pm. It will feature mouth watering recipes of home-style chili ranging from mild to to mouth-watering hot. Up to 20 vendors will serve up their best chili recipes during this annual event. The event is located between traffic light #6 and the Riverside Motor Lodge.With the purchase of a

10/5/2009
7th Annual Gatlinburg Veterans Day Celebration Planned
Gatlinburg presents its 7th Annual Gatlinburg Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies plaza. The event begins at 11am and activities will include a military aircraft flyover, patriotic music, recognition of veterans in attendance, remembrance of fallen comrades and speeches from notable veterans. An American Bald Eagle appearance and remarks by

9/17/2009
Fall Events Planned in Gatlinburg Tennessee
There are several Gatlinburg activities and events planned this fall.On September 24, A Taste of Autumn, a fundraiser for the United Way, will be held at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. The fundraiser will feature the delicious creations of some of the area’s finest restaurants and businesses. For a $25 donation, guests can enjoy unlimited sampling from all of the participating vendors. Live

8/14/2009
Fall into the Beauty of Gatlinburg this Autumn
The fall season will soon be upon us, and in Gatlinburg that means beautiful fall foliage and a harvest season that celebrates the beauty of the season. The lush Great Smoky Mountains turn vibrant oranges, reds and yellows to create a palette that blazes with autumnal colors. The entire town of Gatlinburg gets into the Fall spirit by decorating with seasonal motifs that pay homage to not only the

7/31/2009
Make the Most of Summer with a Trip to Gatlinburg
As summer starts to fade to fall the Smoky Mountains offer some last minute summer fun in the sun. Gatlinburg, the gateway to the Smoky Mountains, is brilliant in the fall, with its magnificent colors and cool weather, but summer is still a great time to visit as the weather is temperate and outdoor activities are abundant, with everything from Dollywood to White Water Rafting to NASCAR Speedpark

7/21/2009
Booking Your Trip to Gatlinburg Just Got Easier
Booking your Gatlinburg vacation is easier than ever with ReserveDirect. Their comprehensive website, ReserveGatlinburg.com, allows Gatlinburg vacationers to view schedules of shows, prices of attractions and availability of hotel rooms. Plus, they offer guaranteed lowest rates on Gatlinburg hotel options, and their Direct Deals are a great way to save money on Gatlinburg attractions and show

7/1/2009
Dollywood Packages Save You Time and Money with Your Vacation
Dollywood is offering a great way to purchase your Dollywood tickets and Dollywood’s Splash Country tickets while saving on a variety of area hotels and lodging, including the family-favorite, Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. These Dollywood Packages are available in a variety of combinations to fit any traveler's vacation and budget:Dollywood Smoky Mountain Splash & Play Combo PackageDollywood

6/16/2009
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair Scheduled for July
Voted one of the south’s most popular summer events, the 34th annual Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair is scheduled for July 17 – 26 at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. This event is expected to have more than 200 booths featuring some of the nation’s finest work. Artisans will be on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer unique art for sale. Bluegrass and country music will also