If you’re planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains this fall, you’re in for some beautiful Autumn colors! Millions of people travel from all over the world to experience the beauty of our mountains, and we have the inside scoop on how to experience the best views and have the most fun during your vacation! Here are 4 ways to enjoy the Gatlinburg TN fall colors:
1. Dollywood’s Harvest Celebration
Not only is Dollywood one of the most popular attractions in all of the Smokies, it’s also the best place to enjoy the fall colors! Dollywood is tons of fun all year long, but the Harvest Celebration that happens in the fall months makes it an extra special time of year to visit this world famous theme park. During this festival, you’ll have the chance to hear the sounds of beautiful gospel music fill the cool mountain air, and you’ll love strolling through the arts and crafts booths that will be scattered through the park. Artisans travel from all over the country to share their crafts with you! The handmade jewelry, soap, pottery, paintings, photographs and more would make great Christmas gifts for your friends and family!
2. Aerial Tramway in Ober Gatlinburg
There’s no better way to see the gorgeous Gatlinburg TN fall colors than from the Aerial Tramway to Ober Gatlinburg! This popular area attraction lets you take in all the beautiful views from high in the sky, an experience unlike anything in the world. You’ll have a 360 degree view of the trees and mountain wildlife, as well as a bird’s eye view of the bustling town of Gatlinburg TN below. Plan to take in the sights from the tram and then spend the day enjoying skiing, snowboarding, tubing and all the other fun things that Ober has to offer!
3. Sugarlands Spirits Stage
After a long day of enjoying the gorgeous Gatlinburg TN fall colors, plan to spend your evening tasting the spirits and hearing the sounds of the Sugarlands Spirits Stage. Located in downtown Gatlinburg TN, Sugarlands Distilling Company produces craft moonshines and whiskeys, and guests 21 and up are invited to take a tour of the facility and taste samples of the spirits! And the Sugarlands Stage offers up live music almost every night of the week! Musical artists travel from all corners of the country to perform bluegrass, country and mountain music. This is definitely an evening of fun that you don’t want to miss!
4. Thanksgiving Crafts Show
While the Autumn colors are the primary reason to visit the Smoky Mountains in the fall, the Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts show is another fun event to attend. The Gatlinburg TN Arts & Crafts Community is an 8 mile loop right on the edge of the city that makes up the country’s largest independent artisans community, and they are coming together to create seasonal crafts and gifts and put on a wonderful Thanksgiving event! Shop through the handmade quilts, baskets, candles, clothing and so much more, and get ahead on this year’s Christmas shopping! There’s no better gift than a handmade craft from the Smokies!
Want to know what else you should check out while you’re here in the fall? Check out these fall events in Gatlinburg!
It is important to have a great place to stay while you are enjoying the Gatlinburg TN fall colors, and our Smoky Mountain cabins are cozy, convenient and affordable! Book your stay today!
