If you are up early and ready for breakfast, check out the Donut Friar at the Village in Gatlinburg. The Donut Friar makes freshly baked donuts, cinnamon bread and pastries every morning, and will even serve you a latte, cappuccino, or espresso with it! For hours and locations, click here.
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The Donut Friar
Posted in Dining, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on November 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Nut Cracker “Sweet”
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Shows on November 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Smoky Mountain Dance Theater Company presents The Nutcracker “Sweet,” with performances at 7 p.m. in W.L. Mills Auditorium on both Nov. 27 and Nov. 28. For more information, contact 865-680-7369.
Hard Rock Cafe
Posted in Attractions, Dining, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on November 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Want to have fun at dinner? Try out Gatlinburg’s Hard Rock Café and enjoy music, fun and good food. Visit the website for the menu and hours of operation.
Pigeon Forge Community Chorus
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Pigeon Forge, music on November 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For some great music, check out The Pigeon Forge Community Chorus. With over 40 members from surrounding areas, the chorus performs a medley of patriotic and gospel music. The Pigeon Forge Community Chorus will do a free holiday concert tonight. For more information, call 865-429-7350.
The Festival of Trees
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Photo Opportunity, Winter, local on November 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you want to get into the Christmas spirit early, visit the Festival of Trees in Gatlinburg. Running from November 24th until the 28th, the Festival of Trees displays dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees. Located in the W. L. Mills Conference Center, visitors can enjoy this display for free. For more information or to [...]
Aunt Mahalia’s Candies
Posted in Dining, Family Fun, Grocery Shopping, Indoor, Recipies, Shopping on November 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For a sweet treat to satisfy any age, visit Aunt Mahalia’s Candies in Gatlinburg. The shop has been cooking up old fashion candies for over 50 years. Some of the most popular candies include fudge, chocolate, crunchy brittle, and other homemade assortments. Aunt Mahalia’s only uses the freshest, finest ingredients and has been using them [...]
Gatlinburg Winter Magic
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Photo Opportunity, Winter, local on November 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
From November 5 until February 28, visitors in Gatlinburg can experience mountain scenes and colorful winter displays along Hwy. 321. Located next to Parkway, River Road features an enhanced, romantic arched walkway with a pair of 40-foot swans and several ornate floral representations. Lights line the streets of Gatlinburg and invite people of all ages [...]
The Bead Experience: Shop and Classes
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Shopping on November 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Personal gifts are a great way to show someone that you care for them, and what better gift to give than a personal bracelet or necklace? The Bead Experience in Gatlinburg has all different kinds of beads as well as classes you can take to learn how to make certain types of jewelry. [...]
Country Tonite Theatre
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Indoor, Pigeon Forge, local, music on November 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you’re bored of seeing the same old shows in the smokies, then give the Country Tonite Theatre in Pigeon Forge a try. Now in its 12th season, this high-energy production has received more awards than any other show in the smokies. The shows include singing, dancing, comedy, and gospel music. For more information, visit [...]
Riding Stables
Posted in Attractions, Cades Cove, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor, Sevierville, Townsend on November 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Everyone has seen the old Western movies where men get from saloon to saloon by riding on a horse. Today, horseback riding has become less of something you see a movies and more of something you see people doing all the time. The Great Smoky Mountains has a beautiful view and several horseback-riding stables. The [...]
Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Outdoor, Pigeon Forge, Shows, Winter, local on November 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Do you want to get into the Christmas spirit early? Then attend the Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival, which runs from November 7th until January 2nd. Dollywood will demonstrate exactly how bright it can be with over four million Christmas lights. The festival also gets visitors in the mood with several Christmas shows. This year, [...]
Cycles in The Mountains: Rentals
Posted in Attractions, Cades Cove, Family Fun, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor on November 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Bicycling is one of the most enjoying activities to experience in the smokies. Bicycles can travel on most roads within the park and cyclists can traverse the parkway’s unfinished portions. Do not worry if you want to cycle in the smokies but are not able to find a bicycle to ride- Cades Cove offers a [...]
20th Annual WinterFest in Pigeon Forge
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Outdoor, Pigeon Forge, Winter on November 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Looking for something fun to do in the mountains during the fall? Check out the 20th Annual Winterfest Kickoff in Sevierville. During this festival, you can experience the beautiful fireworks along with free food and entertainment. Winterfest also brings together local business like Dollywood, Christus Gardens, and Ripley’s aquarium to present the most festive Christmas [...]
Sweet Fanny Adams Theater and Music Hall
Posted in Culture, Family Fun, Indoor on November 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are ready for a show, check out Sweet Fanny Adams Theater. It is the best place for live comedy and musical entertainment in the mountains, and it was named a National Historic Treasure by the city of Gatlinburg. For ticketing and show information, visit http://www.sweetfannyadams.com/.
Tennessee Heritage Trail
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking on November 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Because Tennessee has such rich culture and heritage, several places in the mountains have been designated as part of the Tennessee Heritage Trail. The trail was created to both preserve and share Tennessee’s culture and is divided into 3 parts. The Arts & Crafts Trail will show visitors the various creations of Tennessee’s past, including [...]
Halloween in Gatlinburg
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun on October 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
With beautiful fall colors and scary attractions, what better place to spend Halloween this year than in Gatlinburg? One of the most frightful attractions is the Mysterious Mansion, which provides patrons with a walk through spooky hallways and passageways. The attraction also offers dungeons, witches and ghosts, and a moderate entry fee. Another ghoulish [...]
Metcalf Bottoms
Posted in Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor on October 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Once a family farm, Metcalf Bottoms is now a large picnic area approximately 11 miles from Gatlinburg near the Little River. The picnic area is 24 feet by 60 feet and has a capacity of 70 people. Four grills are just outside the pavilion and there are 15 picnic tables for visitors to sit at. [...]
The Great Smoky Mountain Salamander Ball
Posted in Family Fun, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Indoor on October 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Great Smoky Mountain Salamander Ball was written by Lisa Horstman and the Great Smoky Mountains Natural History Association and published in April 1997. It is a children’s book for ages 5-7 years old. The book is about a young girl’s trip to the Smokies. While camping with her family, she sneaks out of the [...]
Smoky Mountain Field School
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking, Outdoor, Wildlife on October 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Smoky Mountain Field School was started by The University of Tennessee to help people utilize the Great Smoky Mountains. They conduct workshops, hikes and other activities to help people learn more about the mountains. Their mission is to enhance public appreciation, understanding and stewardship of the Smoky Mountains. Some of their course offerings are [...]
Hollywood Star Cars
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on October 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
One of the many attractions of Gatlinburg is the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, featuring cars from The Dukes of Hazzard, Gone in 60 Seconds, Back to the Future, Elvis’ Lincoln, Dolly Parton’s Cadillac and many more. Adult tickets are $11.99, Children 6-12 are $6.99, and children under 6 are free. For more information, visit http://www.starcarstn.com.
Albright Grove Trail
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Hiking on October 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are looking for a longer, but still easy trail, check out Albright Grove Trail. It is about 7 miles in length and takes you through a forest of tulip poplar, maples, and beech trees. The trail is named after Horace Albright, an advisor to John D. Rockefeller and conservationist. For more information check [...]
Bridal Veil Falls
Posted in Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Wildlife on October 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Want to see a waterfall, but don’t feel like taking the hike? Bridal Veil Falls is one of the only waterfalls you can drive under. The water falls 120 ft over U.S. 64, so you can get a great view without leaving your car. There are other waterfalls in the area, so you can check [...]
Smoky Mountain Gold and Ruby Mine
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Outdoor on October 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are looking for a neat souvenir from your trip to the mountains, try mining for it! If you visit the Smoky Mountain Gold and Ruby Mine, you are guaranteed a find. You can sift for gems and gold and even take your finds home. If you are interested in turning your gem into [...]
Ghost Stories in The Smokies
Posted in Attractions, Events, Fall, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, History, Outdoor on October 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This October, prepare yourself for bone chilling stories during the Ghost Walk of Gatlinburg. Though this event doesn’t have masked ghouls and chainsaws making you scream throughout the walk, the stories themselves paint the frightening picture of the past 100 years of murder and mayhem in Gatlinburg and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This [...]
Annual Pumpkin Festival
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Attractions, Events, Fall, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Outdoor, Townsend on October 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Come discover the beauty of the Smokies this fall during the Annual Pumpkin Festival. Feast your eyes on the gorgeous landscapes that the mountains provide in the fall with many festivities and activities that this festival withholds. The Wears Valley Farmer’s Market presents the Annual Pumpkin Festival, running from September 15 through October 30, which [...]
Apple Valley Farms
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Attractions, Dining, Family Fun, Indoor, Local Dining, Shopping, Townsend, local on October 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Apple Valley Farms makes you believe that comfort food is the way to go. Indulge in some thirst quenching apple cider, or warm yourself up with homemade apple pie. There is something for everyone in the quilt shop and country store, sure to please any sort of taste. Make this experience extraordinary with their unique [...]
List of Old Timey Photo Shops
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Photo Opportunity on September 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Old Timey Photos By Renee
716 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3240
(865) 436-4411
Miss Dee’s Old Fashioned Photos
174 Old Mill Ave
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-3516
(865) 429-0111
Dixie’s Old Time Photo
529 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-436-0055
Garters & Guns Old Time Saloon Photos
602 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-430-4455
Miss Sadie’s Old Time Photos
1001 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-430-4120
Old Town Photos
651 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-430-7660
Helicopter Tours
Posted in Clingmans Dome, Family Fun, Photo Opportunity, Pigeon Forge on September 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
One of the best and most unique ways to see the scenery of The Great Smoky Mountains is by air. There are several helicopter tour companies that fly around the most popular landmarks to give beautiful views and an amazing experience. Scenic Helicopter Tours located in Pigeon Forge offers air tours of River Island, Douglas [...]
List of Mini-Golf Places
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Pigeon Forge on September 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Walden’s Landing Firehouse Glf
2528 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-9131
Tree House Golf & Games
3535 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-3809
(865) 429-8008
Ripley’s Old Mac Donald’s Farm
1639 Parkway
Sevierville, TN 37862-2851
(865) 428-1699
Ripley’s Davy Crockett Golf
200 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-5149
(865) 430-8851
Hillbilly Golf
340 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4962
(865) 436-7470
Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games
716 Parkway # 208
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3228
(865) 430-4653
Camp Thunder Fun Center
542 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3202
(865) 430-7223
Gift Warehouse
653 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3203
(865) 436-3972
Masters [...]
Wears Valley
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Photo Opportunity on September 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Wears Valley is considered to be one of the most scenic areas surrounding the Great Smoky Mountains. It has become a popular vacationing spot with all that it has to offer. From visiting the Smokies to whitewater rafting and tubing Wears Valley offers something for every outdoor enthusiast. The shops in Wears Valley are unique [...]
