November 7, 2007 - February 29, 2008: If you’re coming to the mountains, it just makes sense to stay in the mountains, and this winter in Gatlinburg is filled with plenty to keep you busy. Listed as one of the “Top 20 Events” by the Southeast Tourism Society, Gatlinburg’s four-month Winterfest Celebration transforms the mountain resort town of Gatlinburg into a spectacular winter wonderland from November through February.
Browse for unique gifts crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show November 22 through 25 as they gather at the Gatlinburg Convention Center for artistic demonstrations and holiday sales.
Get in the holiday spirit at Gatlinburg’s Festival of Trees at the Gatlinburg Convention Center November 23 and 24, featuring dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees. You can also savor the sights and sounds of the season as the Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company performs the Nutcracker “Sweet” at 7 p.m. each night.
Select unique Christmas gifts crafted by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show November 20 through December 2 as they gather at the Gatlinburg Convention Center for artistic demonstrations and holiday sales.
Bundle up and generate a healthy dose of holiday cheer at the Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade in Downtown Gatlinburg on Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy more than 100 parade entries, marching bands, millions of lights and giant helium balloons with special guests Santa Claus and his elves. You will surely see why the parade has been recognized as one of the “Top Twenty Events in the South” by the Southeast Tourism Society.
Ring in the New Year in Times Square fashion at the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show beginning at 11 p.m. and celebrating until 12:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. An estimated crowd of 40,000 gather for a street party including free party favors, hats, tiaras, a fireworks show and live entertainment. |
