August 2006
Events
The
Smoky Mountains are best known for their natural, breath
taking and unforgettable beauty. The amazingly beautiful
Great Smoky Mountains National Park keeps visitors
coming back year after year for a trip in the Smoky
Mountains. There’s much more than beauty in the Great
Smoky Mountains. This area, which includes Pigeon Forge
and Gatlinburg, are also known for having an exciting
and very diverse community.
In the Smoky Mountains each month is filled with
something more fun and exciting than the month before
it. Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend,
Cherokee and other surrounding towns are filled with
visitors wanting to experience all the fun and
excitement the area has to offer. August always plays
host to beautiful arts and crafts, entertaining music
and dramatic presentations, delicious food and much,
much more. The list below will tell you a little bit
more about all the exciting happenings in The Great
Smoky Mountains.
In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee from June 17th to August 7th
come be a part of Dollywood’s Kidsfest. Dollywood’s
Kidsfest this year will include entertainment, like
Veggie Tales and some very exciting extreme sports
activities. The Water Park and other rides are also some
favorites for the kids to enjoy in August.
In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on August 5th and 6th come
take a look at the Southern Nationals Battle of the
Trucks Nationals. The southern nationals will be taking
place at the Music Road Hotel and Convention Center. If
you need more information please call 1-800-429-7700.
In Cherokee, North Carolina on August 6th bring the kids
for the 4th Annual Children’s Trout Tournament. This is
a fun packed events for the entire family. The event
takes place at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds.
In Gatlinburg, Tennessee on August 13th The Great Smoky
Arts & Crafts Foundation will be having an auction. This
auction will be having a wide variety of Smoky Mountain
arts and crafts on display from local Tennessee and
North Carolina artists and other craftspeople. Come join
them and be a part of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts
Foundations Auction and help support the arts and crafts
community of Gatlinburg and other surrounding areas.
In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on August 13th through August
20th join in the festivities at the 6th Annual Celebrate
Freedom as Pigeon Forge salutes America. Just as the
title says this event is all about celebrating American
freedom and values. The event takes place at various
Pigeon Forge venues. If you need more information please
call 865-429-7350.
In Sky Valley, North Carolina on August 14th enjoy a
little music at Jazz in the Park. Enjoy wonderful jazz
music, Smoky Mountain style at this music celebration.
This celebration is sponsored by the Rabun County Music
Festival Association. The event takes place at the
Pavilion at Sky Valley.
In Gatlinburg, Tennessee on August 20th through
September 5th the 4th Annual Gatlinburg Heritage
Festival will be held. Come enjoy two weeks of Smoky
Mountain Arts and Crafts heritage with the Gatlinburg
Arts and Crafts Community. Take a walk along the 8-mile
loop that has been designated the Tennessee Heritage
Arts and Crafts Trail. On the trail you can stop in at
well over 80 Smokies arts and crafts shops. For more
information call 1-800-568-4748.
Summer time in the Great Smoky Mountains is always
special. Tennessee is alive and Gatlinburg and Pigeon
Forge are thriving with a large amount of entertainment
shows and events. Make your summer plans to visit the
Great Smoky Mountains and take place in some of the many
activities Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have to offer.
Looking For a Nice Meal?
Alamo Steakhouse
The Alamo Steakhouse and Saloon, in Gatlinburg,
Tennessee, has a perfect setting for dinner for a
romantic dinner for two or for a large group. The Alamo
Steakhouse even has accommodations for reunions and
wedding parties. The Alamo Steakhouse has everything
from appetizers, soups & sandwiches to Black Angus
steaks, chicken & seafood. The booths at Alamo
Steakhouse are private and the dining room is large
enough for everyone to enjoy. The large dining area at
Alamo Steakhouse provides room for a party of up to 50
people. The Alamo Steakhouse has two locations in the
Great Smoky Mountains, one in Pigeon Forge and the other
in Gatlinburg. When visiting Gatlinburg and Pigeon
Forge, Tennessee this month don’t forget to stop by the
Alamo Steakhouse for a meal you’ll never forget.
Come
Laugh...
Comedy Barn
The Comedy Barn Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
offers side splitting family fun for the entire family.
From magicians, fire-eaters, and jugglers to comedians,
great gospel music and barn yard animals everyone will
enjoy The Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The
Comedy Barn will make you laugh until you can’t laugh
anymore. You can order your tickets online or purchase
them before the show and group rates are available.
Souvenirs are also available so you can always remember
your trip to The Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Stop in at The Comedy Barn on your next trip to the
Great Smoky Mountains. The Comedy Barn is located right
on the parkway in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee so you can’t
miss it.
Gatlinburg Cabin rentals
Bird Haven
Bird Haven, in Gatlinburg TN, is the perfect cabin to
bring your small group to. Bird Haven is simply an
amazing cabin. This cabin is a three story cabin that is
home to an indoor, heated, swimming pool. This cabin
rental is located about three miles from the heart of
Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Bird Haven has four bedrooms,
three and a half bathrooms and can sleep up to thirteen
people. The main level of the cabin has one king sized
bed with a twin sized sleeper sofa and the indoor
swimming pool is also located on this level. The second
level of Bird Haven has two queen sized beds and a queen
sized sleeper sofa. The third floor of this beautiful
Gatlinburg, Tennessee cabin has a loft area with one
king sized bed, a queen sized air mattress and twin
sized day bed. Bird Haven also has many other amenities
everyone would enjoy. These amenities include, the
indoor swimming pool, a full kitchen, a Jacuzzi tub, an
out door hot tub, a game room that features a pool table
and a big screen TV, a fireplace, and a porch swing.
Call Cabins For You today and reserve your stay at Bird
Haven in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Gatlinburg TN Weddings
Chapel in the Glen
At Chapel in the Glen many services are offered. Chapel
in the Glen offers outdoor waterfall weddings,
candlelight weddings, beautiful music, unbelievable
flower arrangements and delicious wedding cakes. At
Chapel in the Glen you can have the wedding you’ve
always dreamed of with all the wedding packages they
offer. You may also have your reception there with
reception packages. Chapel in the Glen is a beautiful
chapel that is quietly nestled in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
You can have an afternoon wedding or an evening wedding,
any time is perfect if the wedding is at Chapel in the
Glen wedding chapel in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Rafting Fun in the Mountains
Summer
time is the perfect time for some rafting in the Smokies
At Rafting in the Smokies you can feel the fun when you
raft down the Big Pigeon, Nantahala or the Ocoee Rivers.
Bring your family and friends to Rafting in the Smokies
and have an unforgettable experience. All rides are
guided so there is no experience necessary. Rafting in
the Smokies have been the whitewater professionals since
1978. Rafting in the Smokies schedules white watering
rafting trips for any size group. There’s no better
place to whitewater raft than in the Smokies so call
Rafting in the Smokies today. At Rafting in the Smokies
there is fun for all ages.
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