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Community Leaders Honored for Extraordinary Service at Gatlinburg Chamber Banquet
Gatlinburg recently honored community leaders who have shown amazing volunteer spirit and dedication to the promotion of Gatlinburg as a premier mountain destination on Monday, November 27. The
Read MoreNational Park Service takes next steps to improve visitor experience at Laurel Falls Trail
The National Park Service is taking steps to improve the visitor experience at Laurel Falls Trail—one of the most popular trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park has completed an
Read MoreGatlinBURGER Meister Crowned After Annual Foodie Event
With record-breaking participation, the 4th Annual GatlinBURGER Week came to a successful end, celebrating the All-American classic. Nineteen Gatlinburg restaurants added their own special flair,
Read MoreGatlinburg named “Best Place to Visit for Fall” by USA Today
Top National Publication Recognizes Gatlinburg’s Unparalleled Fall Season, Crediting its Wealth of Foliage and Attractions. September 18, 2023 (Gatlinburg, Tenn.) - USA Today has named Gatlinburg as
Read MoreTennessee’s Anakeesta launches new mountain coaster, life-sized birdhouse experiences this summer
Gatlinburg’s mountaintop adventure park is adding exciting new thrills - from mild to wild - for the whole family to enjoy this season. GATLINBURG, Tenn. (Mar. 30, 2023) — As part of its continued,
Read MoreGatlinburg Wins MidSouth Regional Emmy Award for "Memorable Moments” Television Advertising Campaign
Series of three TV ads highlight Gatlinburg’s unique ability to bring families together. Add an Emmy Award to the growing list of accolades received by the Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau in
Read MoreGatlinburg’s 47th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade a Holiday Hit
Holiday spirit filled mountain air as the 47th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade stepped off on December 2nd, marking the success of one the city’s most popular holiday traditions. Grand
Read MoreGatlinburg Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff Winners Announced
The 33rd annual Gatlinburg Chili Cook-off Presented by Bush’s® Chili Beans sparked success yet another year with tremendous turnout from visitors and locals alike, celebrating the kick-off to
Read MoreGatlinburg Recognizes Veterans at Annual Honorary Celebration
Gatlinburg will host its 23 rd Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Friday, November 11, 2022, at Rocky Top Sports World, honoring United States Military Veterans for their service and heroism. Beginning
Read More3rd Annual GatlinBURGER Burgermeister is Revealed
As 18 restaurants sought after GatlinBURGER Meister, Boudicca’s Celtic Pub has officially received the renowned title after immense popularity with their “Bangers Burger.” In a close second, Split
Read MoreVisit Gatlinburg celebrates Millions of Memories on Facebook
Share your memories to win a Gatlinburg getaway Gatlinburg, Tenn. - After over a decade of telling the stories of the gateway to the Smokies, Visit Gatlinburg celebrates “Millions of Memories” as the
Read MoreGatlinburg Commemorates “ Millions of Memories ”
After over a decade of telling the stories of the gateway to the Smokies, Visit Gatlinburg celebrates “Millions of Memories” as the popular Facebook page received its 1 millionth follower this month.
Read MoreAnakeesta Announces Largest Expansion since opening in 2017
Gatlinburg Adventure Theme Park Embarks on a $34 Million Multi-phased Expansion Project Today, Anakeesta announced a multimillion-dollar expansion. This marks their most ambitious and largest
Read MoreGatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau to Appoint New President & CEO
The Board of Directors of the Gatlinburg Convention Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce the promotion of Chad Netherland to President and CEO effective A ugust 1, 2022. For the past ten years,
Read MoreAmerican Idol Runner-Up HunterGirl Announced as Grand Marshal
Rising Country Music Star to Lead “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation” Rising country music star and recent runner-up of ABC’s American Idol, HunterGirl will lead the 47 th Annual Gatlinburg
Read MoreRicky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Performing in Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg, TENN (Friday, January 26, 2022) - Bluegrass music legend Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder will perform in Gatlinburg on Saturday, February 26 at 8 p.m. in Mills Auditorium as part of the
Read MorePark sets visitation record with 14.1 million visits in 2021
Great Smoky Mountains National Park experienced the busiest year on record with 14,137,812 visits. Visitation exceeded the 2019 record by 1.5 million visits and 2020 visitation by more than 2 million
Read MoreGatlinburg Winter Magic Decorating Contest Winners
Gatlinburg, TENN (December 15, 2021) - Gatlinburg Winter Magic is truly a spectacular time of the year. Families from near and far, make the pilgrimage to Gatlinburg an annual tradition to experience
Read MoreThe Budweiser Clydesdales - Grand Marshals for 46th Annual Christmas Parade
Latest Info about the Parade Tree Lighting Ceremony: City officials will host a grand illumination ceremony of the Gatlinburg Christmas Tree at 7:25 pm on the Parkway Plaza at Traffic Light #3.
Read MoreGrand Ole Opry Member Mark Wills Headlines Gatlinburg Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff
Celebrate the kickoff to Gatlinburg Winter Magic at the 32nd Chili Cookoff Presented by Bush's® Chili Beans on Thursday, November 11 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Festivalgoers will enjoy chili samplings
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