{"id":5262,"date":"2019-01-21T12:00:23","date_gmt":"2019-01-21T17:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=5262"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","slug":"easter-2019-smokies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/events\/easter-2019-smokies.htm","title":{"rendered":"Easter\u2019s Hopping into the Smokies \u2014 Get Your Baskets Ready!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wildlife stirs and stretches, mountain peaks meet the sun\u2019s gaze, and crystal waters begin to flow once more as spring awakens the Great Smoky Mountains\u2026and the Easter Bunny! Hip-hop-happening events are just around the corner in the Smokies, featuring a mountaintop worship service, skillfully crafted trinkets for sale, and everyone\u2019s favorite spring<\/a> character. From celebrating at sunrise and purchasing one-of-a-kind souvenirs to hunting for egg treasures and playing at your dream cabin, make this Easter (April 21, 2019) the best one yet \u2014 with friends and family in the Smokies! <\/p>\n

While we, of course, wrote this blog to help YOU plan your Easter vacay in the Smokies\u2026we do have a secret agenda of our own: how many times can we say \u201chop\u201d (reasonably) in one blog? Yes, all variations do count. (Answer at the end \u2014 no peeking!)<\/em> <\/p>\n

Easter Sunrise at Ober<\/h2>\n

Good morning, sunshine! It\u2019s 6:30 a.m. on Easter morn, and the sunrise service lead by local pastors is about to begin atop Mt. Harrison. Colorful, bright hues cascade over the mountaintops as worship music fills the fresh spring air \u2014 a truly unique experience that only comes once per year in the Great Smoky Mountains. <\/p>\n

Sponsored by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association, Easter Sunrise at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area and Amusement Park lasts approximately 30-40 minutes and provides an opportunity to help those in need with a special collected offering. Tram rides are FREE starting at 5:30 a.m. and depart in 15-minute intervals (ends when the service begins), so be sure to plan accordingly. Or hop in your vehicle, drive to the top, and park for FREE! Should nasty weather hop on the radar, fear not! The service must go on \u2014 inside the Ober Gatlinburg Upper Tramway Mall around the ice rink. <\/p>\n

After the soul-soothing, heartwarming service in the early morn, hunger will be a natural occurrence. Not to worry; that\u2019s when the bountiful breakfast buffet at Seasons of Ober Restaurant swoops in to energize (sorry, the Easter rabbit\u2019s not that kind of bunny\u2026<\/em>) you for the rest of the day! This self-service meal starts at 7:15 a.m. and will remain open until 10:30 a.m., giving you plenty of time to chat and dine with loved ones. <\/p>\n

Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area and Amusement Park<\/a><\/strong>
\n1001 Parkway, Suite 2
\nGatlinburg, TN 37738
\nfun@obergatlinburg.com
\n865.436.5423<\/em><\/p>\n

Easter Arts & Crafts Show<\/h2>\n

Tons of handmade goods from traditional methods passed down through generations will have you hopping for joy at the Easter Arts & Crafts Show, held April 17-20 (Wednesday \u2013 Saturday) at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. From 10:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m. daily, this FREE event welcomes locals and visitors alike to watch master craftsmen showcase their natural talent and carefully developed skills as well as purchase their one-of-kind trinkets, toys, art, d\u00e9cor, and more! All vendors are from the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community<\/a>, the largest group of independent artisans in the nation\u2026meaning quality crafted items for sure! <\/p>\n

A taste of what you may find:<\/em><\/p>\n