Independence Day celebrations in the Smoky Mountains are back with a bang in 2022! Discover one-of-a-kind things to do, and enjoy all your favorite patriotic festivities decked out in red, white and blue. Catch a parade, listen to live music, feast on classic summer dishes and drinks, and – of course – enjoy colorful fireworks
Turn this Father’s Day into a trip your dad will always remember with an incredible Smoky Mountain adventure. Enjoy quiet moments of relaxation while fly fishing, bond over a daring zipline excursion, toast to a great life with some mountain moonshine, or just soak up the fresh air in the great outdoors. It’s really
Memorial Day is the official kickoff for summer with the promise of long weekends, lazy afternoons, and the freedom of the open road. Take advantage of the beautiful weather, the shimmering sunlight, and the fresh mountain air and get ready for an amazing weekend getaway in the Smoky Mountains this year! Celebrate Memorial Day in
Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to take your mom on a special getaway that will let her know how much you appreciate her. And celebrating in one of the charming towns around the Smoky Mountains is a great way to connect to nature and each other. Whether it’s a long-awaited girls’ trip, a
Celebrate the traditions of the Smokies with an exciting lineup of unique events at the Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Maggie Valley, North Carolina! The Smoky Mountains are steeped in a powerful legacy of history, music, and Appalachian folkways, and the Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center (MSMHC) is committed to honor and preserve that
The Smoky Mountains have one of the highest percentages of Scottish populations in the entire country, and this can be traced back all the way to the early 17th century. When the Scots-Irish came to the New World and settled in the area, they created deep roots that would go on to shape much of
The Great Smoky Mountains are a wonderful place to visit any time of year, but something truly magical happens during the winter. Twinkle lights shimmer in the midst of freshly fallen snow, festive decorations adorn the streets, and jubilant music floats through the crisp mountain air spreading cheer through every valley. Then after the
