There’s still time to experience the holiday magic in Gatlinburg, TN. The annual Gatlinburg Winter Magic event is going on now through February, 28. The lights are on every evening during the wintertime in Gatlinburg, and now every display is environmentally friendly, using LED lights. Over the past 22 years, visitors have enjoyed dazzling displays [...]
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Experience the Magic of Winter Lights
Posted in Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, local, Outdoor, Photo Opportunity, Winter on February 1, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Winter fun for the whole family
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Museums, Outdoor, Uncategorized, Winter on January 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Ober Gatlinburg is a ski resort and an amusement park that guarantees a good time for the whole family. Great winter activities at Ober Gatlinburg include skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating and tubing. There are many attractions designed just for kids such as the wildlife encounter, carousel, mini golf and an arcade. For the times when it [...]
Cocoa for a Crowd recipe
Posted in Recipies, Uncategorized, Winter on January 18, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Hosting a party? Need a lot of hot chocolate? Look no further, here is a recipe that will serve a large crowd and keep everybody happy. Ingredients 5 cups baking cocoa 3 cups sugar 2 teaspoons salt 5 quarts water, divided 10 quarts milk 1 quart heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons vanilla extract Whipped cream and [...]
Do black bears hibernate in the Smoky Mountains?
Posted in Black Bears, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor, Safety, Uncategorized, Wildlife, Winter on January 4, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Contrary to popular belief, black bears living in the Smoky Mountains do not truly hibernate. They enter long periods of sleep but occasionally leave the den for short periods if they are disturbed. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of just a few locations in the eastern part of the United States where [...]
Winter Magic in Gatlinburg
Posted in Downtown Gatlinburg, Free Things To Do, Winter on December 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Visitors of all ages can marvel at the traditional mountain scenes, colorful winter displays which have been converted to LED. The north end of Gatlinburg received an injection of fresh exhibits and subtle enhancements, while most of the timeless displays visitors have grown accustomed to over the past 17 years were converted to LED. Adjacent [...]
Christmas at the Cabin and driving through Winterfest Lights in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Winter on December 20, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Merry Christmas! Christmas is the time of the year to spend with family, and be thankful for everyone you have near to you in your life. Spending time with your family in a rental cabin, tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains, is cozy and affordable this holiday season. The Birdsong Chalet in Gatlinburg is an original [...]
Winter Day Hiking in the Smoky Mountains National Park
Posted in Family Fun, Hiking, Outdoor, Winter on December 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Some people may not see hiking in the winter as a fun activity because of the cold weather, but every season has something new to offer and something new to reveal. During the winter, you will see stone walls, chimneys, foundations, and other bits and pieces of the early settlers that are normally covered [...]
Getting through Winter in the Smoky Mountains
Posted in History, Winter on December 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Winters in the Smokies can be long and gray, so what did the early settlers do to pass their time and keep warm in the winter? In the mid-19th century, the farm homes were usually small, and the families themselves were rather large. Frequently there would be multiple generations living in one house, and a family [...]
Some advice about winter camping…
Posted in Family Fun, Outdoor, Winter on December 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are brave enough to camp in the winter, make sure you know what you are doing before you go. First, make sure you have the right clothing and gear because the mountains get very cold. Hypothermia is one of the biggest dangers hikers face when outdoors in the winter, which is why layering [...]
Singing Santa Visits Pigeon Forge
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Indoor, Photo Opportunity, Pigeon Forge, Winter on December 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Meet Santa this holiday season as he comes to Pigeon Forge to bring you lots of holiday cheer. The Christmas Place welcomes Santa and his guitar for his 11th year to help you get into the spirit with songs, new and old, that put a smile on anyone’s face. Fun photos and CD’s that Santa [...]
Christmas on Ice
Posted in Events, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Winter on December 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Gatlinburg, TN is home to Tennesse’s only Ice and Ski Resort, Ober Gatlinburg. Ober is proud to present the annual “Christmas on Ice Show”, featuring amateur ice skaters performing their christmas routines. This year on December 6th and 7th, the facility’s indoor Ice Skating Arena is the location of this event. Bundle up for [...]
Festival of Lights Holiday Parade
Posted in Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Winter on December 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Deemed as one of the “Top Twenty Events in the South” by the Southeast Tourism Society, the 34th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade is a not-to-miss event this year. The assortment of acts including light displays, floats, balloons and live music by marching bands will guide you into the holiday cheer on December 4th [...]
Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Attractions, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Winter on December 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Get your holiday season started early this year with the Smoky Mountains finest collection of arts and crafts. The Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Community presents the annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show beginning on December 1st extending through December 6th. These one-of-a-kind homemade arts and crafts are certain to get you into the [...]
Winter Magic Tunes and Tales
Posted in Events, Gatlinburg, music, Winter on November 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There is still a lot to do in the mountains in the winter, if we are not snowed in, of course. Gatlinburg’s Winter Tunes and Tales event is a four-month long celebration of the Smokies in the winter. This event includes everything from old-fashioned hayrides to a festival of lights, even a New Year’s Eve [...]
The Festival of Trees
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Indoor, local, Photo Opportunity, Winter 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 [...]
Gatlinburg Winter Magic
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Events, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, local, Outdoor, Photo Opportunity, Winter 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 [...]
Trolley Ride of Lights
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, local, Winter on November 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Five dollars will get you more than just a footlong sub: In Gatlinburg, it can get you a ride on the Trolley Ride of Lights. From November 4 until January 30, you can enjoy a guided trolley ride of Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting displays. The departure of the trolley takes place from Mass Transit/ Trolley [...]
Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, local, Outdoor, Pigeon Forge, Shows, Winter 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, [...]
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 [...]
Tulip Poplar
Posted in Environment, Fall, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor, Winter on October 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There is no better time to visit the Smokies than in the fall; the weather is nice, and the fall foliage is beautiful. The Tulip Poplars of the Smokies turn to bright yellow when the weather turns colder, so the mountains light up with color. The Smokies are also home to one of the tallest [...]
Smoky Mountain Snow Sport School at Ober Gatlinburg
Posted in Gatlinburg, Outdoor, Sports, Winter on January 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The Smoky Mountain Snow Sport School, located at Ober Gatlinburg, offers several learning programs. The school offers four and five week programs as well as single day programs for organized church groups, elementary and middle schools, high schools, and colleges (for credit and non-credit). The school will also tailor the program, for interested parties, to [...]
Weather Watch in the Smokies: Links to Live Webcams in the Great Smoky Mountains
Posted in Environment, Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg Weather, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pigeon Forge, Uncategorized, Weather, Winter on January 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The temperature in the Great Smoky Mountains can range from the high 20s to 65 degrees in winter months. Snow is not very common at lower elevations. Snowfall of 1” or more happens only a few times each winter. However, higher elevations, such as Newfound Gap (elevation 5,046 ft.) receive much more snow. Newfound Gap [...]
Fun in the Snow: Skiing, Snowboarding, and More at Ober Gatlinburg
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg Weather, Outdoor, Uncategorized, Winter on January 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Even though the temperature is cold, there is still plenty of fun outside to be had. Try skiing or snowboarding at Ober Gatlinburg. To get to the resort, you take an aerial tram from downtown Gatlinburg. Trams run approximately every 20 minutes. Once at the resort, you can enjoy several different winter sport options from [...]
Cades Cove – A heartbeat away from Gatlinburg
Posted in Cades Cove, Environment, Hiking, Outdoor, Photo Opportunity, Uncategorized, Winter on January 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Cades Cove is a lush valley surrounded by mountains and one of the most popular destinations in the Great Smokies. Cades Cove has lots to offer including a dozen hiking and horseback riding trails. Deer are almost always sighted in the fields, and observations of other wildlife, including bear, Wild Turkey, and fox are possible. [...]
The Snow Atop Clingmans Dome
Posted in Clingmans Dome, Environment, Family Fun, Outdoor, Uncategorized, Winter on January 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. It stands at 6,643 feet. As can be imagined, the weather is a major factor for those of you planning to visit this magnificent spot. Due to the powerful height, clouds, precipitation, and cold temperatures are very common. So make sure to [...]
Winter Fun in the Mountains of Gatlinburg
Posted in Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg Weather, Outdoor, Uncategorized, Winter on January 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Ober Gatlinburg is Tennessee’s only ski resort. Its eight ski slopes range from beginning to advanced and lie 3000 feet above sea level. Using a combination of natural and man-made snow, visitors can ski and snowboard. New this season is Ober’s Snow Tubing Park with 10 great lanes and a 50-foot vertical drop. There’s even [...]
New Year’s Resolution 2009
Posted in Winter on December 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
It is a tradition, we all make New Years resolutions. Some of them we actually hold ourselves to, and others are broken within the same month. Some common resolutions are to lose weight, start going to churchmore, eat healthier, spend more time with the family, read more books, and the list can keep going on and on. Good luck [...]
Christmas at the Old Mill Village in Pigeon Forge, TN
Posted in Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Local Dining, Pigeon Forge, Winter on December 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Old Mill Village is a landmark in the Pigeon Forge area, known for its unique shops and quaint charm. The Old Mill Village provides a traditional setting with an array of events and festivities throughout the winter months. It is illuminated with so many lights and other holiday decorations it will put you in [...]
Comedy Barn Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge, TN
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Pigeon Forge, Shows, Winter on December 12, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
If you enjoy the Comedy Barn, you will love their Christmas show. The show features wholesome fun and laughs for the entire family, and the Christmas show is sure to attract old and young audience members alike! Seeing the Christmas show this holiday season, will bring the family together and make sure everyone enjoys it! So, [...]
Christmas Gift Ideas for 2008
Posted in Shopping, Winter on December 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Year after year it is harder to pick out special gifts for the people you love. Here is a list of some suggested gifts for mom, dad, and other loved ones. Toys & Action Figures: Transformers Toys and Figures Webkinz- soft toys & virtual pets Each Webkinz are stuffed animal toys that comes [...]
