June 2003

1-20
Gatlinburg Convention Center. An annual gospel concert with 5 performances by Bill and Gloria Gaither, The Gaither Vocal Band and a number of selected artists. Tickets may be ordered by calling Gaither Music 800-955-8746.

July 2003

3-4
28th Annual 4th of July Midnight Parade 2002 Downtown Gatlinburg. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands, & giant helium balloons. Parade begins at 12:01 a.m. on the 4th of July, ( which is one minute after midnight on July 3)

4
River Raft Regatta Enjoy a fun event on the river. Unmanned, floatable objects are launched into the River and they compete for prizes. 12 p.m River Road.

18-27
Gatlinburg's Craftsmen's Fair. Over 180 of the finest Craftspeople gifted in woodcarving, pottery, broom making, stained glass, metal work, basket weaving, calligraphy, jewelry and much more gather at the Gatlinburg Convention Center to offer their unique art for sale. Plus Country and Bluegrass music performed daily by Keith Longbotham and band. Visit www.craftsmensfair.com for full details.

August 2003

25-31
2nd Annual Heritage Festival Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. Enjoy two weeks of "heritage" in the craft community Visit over 80 shops filled with traditional and contemporary crafts, handmade gifts and collectibles and one of a kind pieces. (865) 436-0500.

September 2003

19
6th Annual "Taste of Autumn" Mills Auditorium. Sample Gatlinburg's finest restaurants and homemade desserts for a wonderful United Way of Sevier County Benefit Event. Enjoy live entertainment, benefit auction and door prizes for a wonderful countywide cause. Cost is $20.00 per person. (865) 436-0500

October 2003

1-TBA
Old Fashioned Hayrides Depart from traffic light #6 at the Mountain Mall. Enjoy the beauty of fall in Gatlinburg. Rides leave every 45 minutes. Sunday-Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. For more information please call (865) 436-3897. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the United Way of Sevier County.

9-26
Gatlinburg Craftsmen Fair Over 180 of the finest Craftspeople gifted in woodcarving, pottery, broom making, stained glass, metal work, basket weaving, calligraphy, jewelry and much more gather at the Gatlinburg Convention Center to offer their unique art for sale. Plus Country and Bluegrass music performed daily by Keith Longbotham and band. Visit www.craftsmensfair.com for full details.

November 2003

TBA
Old Fashioned Hayrides Depart from Traffic light #6 at the Mountain Mall. Enjoyg the beauty of fall in Gatlinburg. Rides leave every 45 minutes. Sunday - Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. A portion of the proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. For more information please call Mass Transit at (865) 436-3897.

5
13th Annual Gatlinburg Winterfest Kickoff& Chili Cook-off Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies. Join the City of Gatlinburg as they "flip the switch" to light the city with millions of sparkling winter lights. It's the South's most unique winter visual experience. $6 spoons allows you to sample Award Winning Chili from 25 booths.

5-Feb 28
13th Annual Gatlinburg Winterfest The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with over 2 million spectacular lights in fantastic displays throughout the town. Displays are sure to dazzle the spirit and bring out the kid in everyone. Special lighting displays added in January and February for Valentines Day.

5-TBA
Winterfest Trolley Ride of Lights Gatlinburg Courtesy Center at traffic light #3. Enjoy a guided tour of Gatlinburg's spectacular light displays. Tours begin at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., (some dates are excluded.) Saturdays only in January. Special group tour reservations available at (865) 436-3897.

26-DEC 1
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Thanksgiving Show Gatlinburg Convention Center. Watch demonstrations, view displays, take home a handmade memory of your visit to the Smokies. FREE Admission. For more information, call (865) 436-4315.

December 2003

TBA
Christmas Hayrides. Gatlinburg. Depart from Traffic Light #6 at the Mountain Mall. Enjoy a fantastic view of the snow-covered mountaintops of Gatlinburg. Rides leave every 30 minutes. Sunday-Thursday 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Excludes some dates in DEC). For more information please call (865) 436-3897.

1-Jan 26
Winterfest Trolley Ride of Lights Gatlinburg Courtesy Center at traffic light #3. Enjoy a guided tour of Gatlinburg's spectacular light displays. Tours begin at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., (Some dates are excluded). Saturdays only in January. Special group tour reservations are available at (865) 436-3897.

TBA
Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community Christmas Crafts Show Gatlinburg Convention Center. Watch demonstrations, view displays, take home a handmade memory of your visit to the Smokies. FREE admission. For more information please call (865) 436-4315.

5
Gatlinburg's 28th Annual "Fantasy of Lights" Christmas Parade Downtown Gatlinburg. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands and giant helium balloons. Parade begins at 7:30 p.m.

5
Santa arrives at Riverbend Mall for autograph party from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at traffic light #3.

TBA
31st Annual Festival of Trees Gatlinburg Convention Center. Gatlinburg Garden's Club 30th Annual Festival of Trees. Operating hours on DEC 18th 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Operating hours 19th - 24 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily. For more information please call (865) 436-7036 or (865) 436-4852. FREE ADMISSION.

31
Gatlinburg's New Year's Ball Drop and Pyrotechnic Show Space Needle on Historic Nature Trail-Airport Road. The Space Needle will come to life at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous pyrotechnic show. "A show you definitely do not want to miss"! If you can see the Space Needle from your hotel, chalet or at the Smoky Mountain overlooks you are guaranteed a terrific show. Free party favors compliments from the City of Gatlinburg.

Information obtained from: www.mountainlaurelchalets.com