Top 6 Fun Fall Festivals in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains

Posted by Jon Hoffman in Pigeon Forge

It's fall, y'all! And here in the Tennessee Smokies, that means it's festival time. Throughout September and October, these beautiful mountains ring with live Appalachian music, while skilled mountain artisans showcase their wares and gifted chefs offer everything from hearty Southern fare to savory ethnic specialties.

All told, there are more than 6 fall festivals slated for Autumn 2024. All take place in idyllic settings amid glorious mountains glowing with gorgeous fall colors. Bring the whole family along to experience top festivals like these:

Dollywood Harvest Festival, Presented by Humana, September 9-October 28, 2024 (Excluding Tuesdays), 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Daily, 2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard, Pigeon Forge

Get ready for all-day enjoyment at this iconic annual festival, where you'll discover:

• Great Pumpkin LumiNights (sponsored by Covenant Health), an enchanting nightly adventure complete with thousands of creatively carved pumpkins illumined by magical lights – along with a giant glowing hoot owl, a forest of shimmering sunflowers, a luminous family of frogs, a towering pumpkin tree, and more
• Scores of Smoky Mountains vendors and eateries offering everything from Southern fried chicken and classic smoked BBQ to pumpkin spice funnel cakes and sweet potato casserole, plus spicy Latin treats, Asian delicacies, and more
• Foot-stompin' live entertainment – bluegrass, country, and Gospel music – provided daily by talented artists on Dollywood's streets and stages
• Unique handmade crafts created by world-class artisans
• Thrilling coasters and kid-friendly rides that take you through stunning fall foliage
• Pumpkins, pumpkins, everywhere – 12,000 in all – along with seasonal blossoms, larger-than-life displays, and other autumn-themed delights

Fall Festival at Ober Mountain, September 20-October 27, 2024, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Daily, 1001 Parkway / 1339 Ski Mountain Road, Gatlinburg

“A Mountain of Fun” awaits you at Ober Mountain Adventure Park & Ski Area, where special fall festivities continue for more than a month. Board the famous Aerial Tramway in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg for an exhilarating trip to the park's eye-popping summit. Once there you can:

• Slide down a massive hay mountain
• Navigate your path through an intricate hay maze
• Bicycle around a picturesque hay track
• Enjoy the park's famous rides and activities
• Nosh on tasty seasonal specialties such as schnitzel sandwiches, Ober Dunkel brats, pumpkin spice fudge, and more....

...all in a spectacular setting with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

Rotary Club Crafts Festival, September 27-October 26, 2024, Patriot Park, Old Mill Avenue, Pigeon Forge; Open Daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Seeking perfect birthday and holiday gifts for discerning friends and family? Stop by this free outdoor festival, where you'll discover a dazzling array of distinctive handmade crafts, offered for sale by gifted area artisans.

Wears Valley Fall Fest, October 18-20, 2024, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Ends at 4 p.m. on Sunday), 3179 Wears Valley Road, Sevierville

For three colorful days in late October, you and your family can savor the tastes, sights, and sounds of autumn in gorgeous Sevierville. The 11th annual Wears Valley Festival will feature over 240 crafters, a wide range of interactive activities, kids' events galore, plus luscious local foods like fresh fried catfish, smokehouse BBQ, scrumptious cinnamon buns, tangy tacos, and much more. All on 16 scenic acres surrounded by breathtaking mountains.

And That's Just for Starters

You'll find lots more fun and frolic in the Great Smoky Mountains this fall, including:

• The Townsend Fall Heritage Festival (September 27-28), featuring bluegrass and mountain music; arts and crafts; clogging and square dancing; plus plenty of mouthwatering food
• Gatlinburg's famous Fall Craftsman Fair (October 3-20), with more than 200 booths showcasing one-of-a-kind handmade products.

Contact Volunteer Cabin Rentals today to book your comfortable cabin close to all the festivities.

 

 

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