The Smokies in January

Just for fun, and to continue to showcase the wonderful Smoky Mountains at a time of peace and quiet, we present for you this gallery of gorgeous Smoky Mountain imagery. ...

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How To Spend New Years in The Smokies

The end of the year only comes once a year and we like to punctuate the change and transition by ending the previous cycle and beginning a new one - with a BANG! Or rather a series of BANGs across a couple areas at least once the world's most popular midnight hour clocks in. In Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, we celebrate New Years Eve and the first seconds of the new year...

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Upcoming Christmas Fun in the Smokies

Planning on coming to the Smokies this weekend for some Christmas time with the family? Here are some of the things to consider to get into the spirit. * Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade * 12/1/17 From Gatlinburg.com: "More than 60,000 people come to view the award-winning parade featuring lighted floats, marching bands, equestrian units, giant balloons...

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Thanksgiving Weekend 2017 in the Smokies

The Thanksgiving Weekend special events for this year remain largely traditional, but we'll add a few other recommendations for family fun in the Smokies as well. You'll be able to enjoy these whether you're staying in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville or Wears Valley as they should be roughly 30-40 minutes driving time at some of the farthest. Let's look. * Thanksgiving/Christmas...

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Thanksgiving Events For 2017 in the Smokies

It's that time of the year again where we look into what activities the Smokies have in store for visitors coming in for the Thanksgiving weekend. Thanksgiving weekend is the biggest chance to build up holiday cheer for the upcoming Christmas season, and the opportunity to make memories that last forever for your family are widespread across the Smokies. You and your family...

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Dollywood Harvest Festival and LumiNights Pictures For 2017

Dollywood is currently in full swing for their Harvest Festival and LumiNights celebrations for 2017. These pictures were taken by our frequent collaborator, Ge'ne Kea-Lawhead and all copyright belongs to her. See more on the Dollywood Harvest Festival and LumiNights celebrations at www.dollywood.co...

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College and Highschool Football Schedule

By request, here are the remaining dates for college and high school football in East Tennessee. University of Tennessee September 23rd - Massachusetts (Home) September 30th - Georgia (Home) October 14th - South Carolina (Home) October 21st - Alabama (Away) October 28th - Kentucky (Away) November 4th - Southern Miss (Home) November 11th - Missouri (Away) November 18th...

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