The Smokies are on the very cusp of Spring and with the return of emerald hills, lush green thickets and jade mountain tops everywhere you look in Sevier County, the special events will be returning as well.
And the best part about Spring special events is that they incorporate some of the most unique and fulfilling activities you can find in the Smokies. If you're not into some of the more mainstream material that Summer typically offers, you'll want to take a look at some of these:
Gatlinburg Improv Fest
March 8th - March 9th, 2013
Sweet Fanny Adams, one of the longest-running theaters in town and a model of academic dramatic influence in town, hosts this weekend festival for improvisational comedy enthusiasts in downtown Gatlinburg. Lots of performances and even workshops for developing your own talent further will be expected. See www.gatlinburgimprovfest.com/ for more information.
A Mountain Quiltfest
March 12th - 16th, 2013
The city of Pigeon Forge hosts a very popular festival in which over 20,000 visitors participate in many classes and seminars, and view some of the most gorgeous quilts in the country. More than 60 classes and seminars will be featured and a vendor mall will be onsite for enthusiasts to purchase supplies. http://www.mypigeonforge.com/events_quiltfest.aspx
Dollywood's Festival of Nations
March 23th - April 22nd, 2013
Dollywood opens every season with the most exciting Spring festival you'll find in East Tennessee - the Festival of Nations gathers many of the countries of the world to Dollywood where many cultures will add to the entertainment of the park. Africa, India, China, France, Poland and more will all be there and providing some of the best shows you will see all year! http://www.dollywood.com
Easter Sunrise Service at Ober Gatlinburg
March 31st, 2013
The Sunrise Service is a Christian lead Easter service at the top of our
provided. Tram rides start at 5:45 AM in downtown Gatlinburg and are
omplimentary to visitors for this event. http://www.obergatlinburg.com
Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales
April 5th - August 10th, 2013
Ever wanted the Smokies to be filled with the old timey music and legends
that it used to have way back in the day? Come to Gatlinburg for Smoky
Mountain Tunes and Tales and you can experience Gatlinburg celebrating
Appalachian Culture the way it used to. Music, stories, dancing all
throughout the city on evenings. http://www.gatlinburg.com
Stay tuned as always for information on new, upcoming events in the Smokies. www.allthesmokies.com.
