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As the scent of fresh wildflowers permeates the crisp mountain air, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park readies to host the 68th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage (2018), a seasonal event aimed at spreading knowledge of the natural area. From April 24-28, learn everything there is to know about the flora and fauna of the Smokies with over 150 available programs. Featuring professionally guided tours through the national park, the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage gives people a chance to learn from the best, and what better way to learn about nature than to take a walk in it! More than Wildflowers As […]
Rev your engines for one of the most anticipated events of the spring: the Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run! From 1930s Coupes and 1940s Fords to 1950s Chevys and 1960s Camaros, this incredible car show will have you itching to ride — and that’s just the start. With multiple vendors at the ready, spice up your own hot rod by snapping up difficult-to-find parts and sought-after accessories. Plus, you can take home souvenir tees for the whole family! So, what are you waiting for?! Grab your keys and hit the road to attend one of the biggest car shows in […]
From painting an incredible mountain scene on a canvas and forming a wildflower vase out of clay to marbling a beautiful silk scarf and crafting a butterfly house for your monarch friends, creating a work of art with your own two hands is not only a fun activity but also a memorable experience — one you can display for many years to come. Release your inner artist by attending classes at the Hands-On Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Weekend event from April 13 – 15, 2018 in Gatlinburg, a bustling town in Tennessee filled with entertainment and excitement around every corner! […]
Ideal for a grown ups’ night out, the Gatlinburg Smoky Mountain Wine Weekend is a spring event for those 21 years old and over. This year’s event will feature a selection of wines from wineries all over Tennessee and will be held at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg. Start on Friday, April 13 with the Gatlinburg Wine Tour that will take you to some great local wineries! The tour begins at 6 p.m., and registration/check-in is from 5 to 6 p.m. Seats will fill up quickly (and are limited), so get your tickets in advance! The […]
As youthful blades of grass bear the weight of morning dew, an array of color peers over the mountainside, breaking through the silvery mists to bring shadow to light. Heavenly tunes of hope arise from the voices of the sky while subtle cries of life echo throughout the forest floor…the slumbering Smokies have awoken to Easter morn. A symbol of fresh starts, humble beginnings, and new life, Easter is a sacred holiday, best spent with friends and family. This Easter Sunday (April 1, 2018), attend the Easter Sunrise Service (FREE admission) atop Mt. Harrison at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area and […]
Where will everyone sleep? Will there be enough room for everyone to eat together? How am I going to entertain everyone? Who is bringing which dishes? These are just a few of the questions that begin floating around your head when you realize your house may be the site for this year’s Thanksgiving with family and friends. Don’t worry about hiring that cleaning service to come handle your house or breaking out the air mattresses to make room for everyone to sleep. Just move the Thanksgiving celebration to an exciting, spacious cabin in the Smoky Mountains! Kick back and relax […]
It’s almost that time again. Time for German bier, Bavarian music, family fun, pretzels, strudel, bratwurst, folk dancing, and more at the 8th Annual OktOBERfest at Ober Gatlinburg! Held this September 22 – October 29, OktOBERfest at Ober is just a month away now! Each October, Ober Gatlinburg celebrates this beloved German tradition with a mini version of the original Oktoberfest. No less festive, it features delicious food, good beer, and plenty of fun for all ages! The Food Traditional German food is on the menu at OktOBERfest, from schnitzel, sizzling bratwurst, and giant turkey legs to strudel, soft pretzels, […]
Looking for some 4th of July-themed desserts or festive savory dishes for a summer cookout? Check out these 6 easy and tasty recipes that are perfect for the cabin on the 4th of July or any summer day! Cheddar Bacon Ranch Corn | delish.com | 10 servings Ingredients ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened 1 packet ranch seasoning Freshy ground black pepper 10 ears corn 2 cups shredded cheddar 6 slices cooked bacon, finely crumbled Freshly chopped chives Ranch, for drizzling Directions Heat grill to medium high. In a small bowl, stir together butter and ranch seasoning and season with […]
You drink green beer for St. Patrick’s Day, hunt eggs for Easter, decorate the tree for Christmas, overstuff yourself for Thanksgiving, dress up like superheroes for Halloween, and set off fireworks for the 4th of July. So what do you do for International Goof Off Day (March 22)? Take off work, skip school, and find some fun and silly things to do for the day! Whether you love the great outdoors, need a laid-back day away from work, or want to find some family fun that the kids will love, too, you’ll find it all in the Smokies. Read on […]
Spring is in the air in the Great Smoky Mountains! The air is warm, the birds are singing, the hillsides are green, and the community calendar is packed with fun Easter events and activities for the whole family! There is plenty to do downtown, or read on for some fun ideas for recipes and activities in the cabin – especially if you’re traveling with kids! 2017 EASTER EVENTS IN THE SMOKIES Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny | Pigeon Forge Community Center | April 15 Head to Patriot Park this Easter weekend (the Saturday before Easter) for a FREE […]