{"id":5025,"date":"2018-08-17T14:35:41","date_gmt":"2018-08-17T18:35:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=5025"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:20","slug":"2018-gatlinburg-taste-autumn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/events\/2018-gatlinburg-taste-autumn.htm","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate the Season at Gatlinburg\u2019s 2018 Taste of Autumn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever been to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_advice.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gatlinburg<\/a> or Pigeon Forge in the Great Smoky Mountains, you know that flavorful food is a big deal. Between the pancake houses, chocolate shops, Southern-style restaurants, and quick bites, you can\u2019t go a single block or make a full circle without finding something to nibble, savor, or scarf down. From chain restaurants to local cafes, the cuisines span the globe to offer something delicious for every taste.<\/p>\n<p>Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are also known for their many events held throughout the year, from holiday celebrations and energetic festivals to competitive races and arts and crafts fairs. And in the fall, Gatlinburg blends the best of these two worlds \u2014 food and fun \u2014 to bring you the Taste of Autumn. For 2018, Gatlinburg\u2019s 21st Annual Taste of Autumn will be held on <strong>Thursday, September 13<\/strong>, at the <strong>Gatlinburg Convention Center<\/strong>, offering top-notch tastes from area restaurants.<\/p>\n<h2>A Night Full of Food &amp; Entertainment<\/h2>\n<p>Gatlinburg\u2019s 2018 Taste of Autumn will bring even more fun to the Smokies this year with the ever-talented Abbey Road Live, a showstopping <strong>Beatles tribute band<\/strong>! With their name derived from the popular \u201cAbbey Road\u201d album, the 4 band members and talented musicians from Athens, Georgia, pride themselves in performing wholeheartedly for every live show, giving audiences not only a chance to hear favorite Beatles tunes in person but also a memorable music experience. The band\u2019s devotion to the original sound and feeling behind each song (100 and counting) is awe-inspiring to say the least; these guys don\u2019t simply play to a crowd but immerse themselves entirely in the Beatles spirit, pouring out an energetic vibe that will have you bobbing back and forth and singing merrily along.<\/p>\n<p>Craving something with a little more Smoky Mountain flavor? Not to worry, <strong>Cannon Creek<\/strong> will be adding their Tennessee roots to the evening\u2019s performance by kicking off the event with <strong>bluegrass jams<\/strong>. Pair something tasty to eat with a tap-worthy beat, and you\u2019ve got a good time on your hands!<\/p>\n<h2>Ticket &amp; Food Options at the 21st Annual Taste of Autumn<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/gatlinburgs-taste-of-autumn-featuring-abbey-road-live-tickets-47992157836#tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tickets for the 21st Annual Taste of Autumn<\/a><\/strong> are just $30, and <strong>kids 5 and under are FREE<\/strong>. With your general admission ticket, you can browse around from <strong>5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.<\/strong> and enjoy samples from area restaurants (a handful of event participants are below), with desserts, savory bites, wine, and plenty of seasonal recipes!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>2018 Gatlinburg Taste of Autumn Participants<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vista Grill<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/dolly_partons_dixie_stampede.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dolly Parton\u2019s Stampede<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Wine A Little<\/li>\n<li>Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.<\/li>\n<li>Dick\u2019s Last Resort<\/li>\n<li>The Fox and Parrot Tavern<\/li>\n<li>Ripley\u2019s Aquarium of the Smokies<\/li>\n<li>Land Shark Bar and Grill<\/li>\n<li>Texas Roadhouse<\/li>\n<li>Savannah Bee Company<\/li>\n<li>Cici\u2019s Pizza<\/li>\n<li>PepsiCo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to the general admission tickets available, you can reserve a table for 10 at $300 to elevate the tasting experience. Or you can go for the Corporate VIP Package for 10 at $500, which includes priority seating, an exclusive meet-and-greet with the evening\u2019s talent, and quality vino at the table. No matter the level you choose, you and yours are sure to have a blast, tasting delectable Smoky Mountain dishes, treats, and one-of-a-kind creations in Gatlinburg!<\/p>\n<h2>Giving Back to the Community<\/h2>\n<p>Each year, Gatlinburg\u2019s Taste of Autumn gives proceeds from the event to the United Way of Sevier County. That\u2019s 20 years of giving back to the community \u2014 with another on the way! They\u2019ve raised more than $180,000 because of this, providing an important service to the area. What better way to get a taste of the Smokies than with incredible food, awesome entertainment, and giving back!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Gatlinburg Convention Center<\/strong><br \/>\n234 Historic Nature Trail<br \/>\nGatlinburg, TN 37738<br \/>\n800.568.4748<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Gatlinburg in the Fall<\/h2>\n<p>Fall is the perfect time to get away to the Great Smoky Mountains, with wonderful autumn weather, changing leaves, and fantastic mountain views. The weather is cool, the mountain air is crisp, and the local wildlife is still stirring. Take a scenic drive around Cades Cove, grab some light layers and go for a hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or go horseback riding and explore the great outdoors.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, fall in Gatlinburg also means lots of festivals and fairs. Along with Gatlinburg\u2019s Taste of Autumn, plan to check out live music at the Dollywood Harvest Festival, OktOBERfest at Ober, Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival, the Gatlinburg Craftsmen\u2019s Fair, and so much more. Keep up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our Cabins for YOU blog<\/a> to see what\u2019s happening during your fall stay in Gatlinburg!<\/p>\n<p>Best of all, watch the mountainside transform from vibrant greens to the rich colors of fall from your very own private <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/gatlinburg_cabin_rental_in_autumn.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gatlinburg cabin<\/a>! The leaves change to varying shades of red, gold, purple, and orange, painting a picturesque backdrop over the mountaintops that will put you in the mood for hot chocolate in a rocking chair, apple cider in front of the wood-burning fireplace, fried apple pies baked fresh in the fully equipped kitchen, and evening soaks in the hot tub with breathtaking sunset views overflowing with vibrant fall hues.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gatlinburg was made for fun festivals, live music, fantastic food, relaxing cabin stays, and memorable times in autumn. So, snag a 2018 Gatlinburg Taste of Autumn ticket and plan your fall Smoky Mountain getaway with Cabins for YOU today!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever been to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge in the Great Smoky Mountains, you know that flavorful food is a big deal. Between the pancake houses, chocolate shops, Southern-style restaurants, and quick bites, you can\u2019t go a single block or make a full circle without finding something to nibble, savor, or scarf down. From chain restaurants to local cafes, the cuisines span the globe to offer something delicious for every taste. Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are also known for their many events held throughout the year, from holiday celebrations and energetic festivals to competitive races and arts and crafts [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5092,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[292],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5025","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-events"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5025","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5025"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5025\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10107,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5025\/revisions\/10107"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5092"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5025"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5025"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5025"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}