Get ready for a memorable summer this year with a Fourth of July celebration right here in Gatlinburg. Our Tennessee home has plenty to offer for fun and excitement. The weather will be beautiful encouraging everyone to spend time outdoors and find the closest events in the area. Take a look below at how you can spend your Gatlinburg 4^th of July right here in 2024.

48^th Annual July 4^th Midnight Parade

Gatlinburg has been on the map for years by being the first city each year to start celebrating the Fourth of July. You might ask how that is possible, but it is easy to see once you hear about the Annual July 4^th Midnight Parade. As the name suggests, this parade kicks off at the strike of midnight for a nightly event to bring in the holiday. This will be the 48^th annual event for the parade, making it one to truly remember.

The Midnight Parade is known for the amount of detail and creation added in to each float that participates in the event. You will find lively attendees and participants including march bands with patriotic tunes and more. Each year the Midnight Parade has a Grand Marshall to kick off the event and stay around for the festivities. This year the Grand Marshall is Conner Smith, an ACA Awards New Male Artists of the Year, and is sure to bring a little country to the event. The Midnight Parade is ranked as a Top 10 Parade in the country by National Geographic each year and is an event you do not want to miss. Make sure to arrive early to find a great viewing spot along Baskins Creek Bypass as the parade makes its way through downtown Gatlinburg.

Meet and Greet with Conner Smith

With a big name like Conner Smith joining for the fun, you will not want to miss out on the Meet and Greet held the day before the event. Head over early to Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler for the chance to meet him in person. This is a first come, first served event, and it runs from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM so attendees are highly encouraged to arrive very early to secure a spot in line!

Get Ready for Gatlinburg

There is plenty of fun this year here during a Gatlinburg 4^th of July. Book your vacation rental today and get ready for the fun!

Everyone is gearing up for another exciting summer season, especially after the difficulties of the last year. If you are looking for the perfect excuse to visit Gatlinburg, look no further than the 4^th of July. This annual American holiday features a variety of exciting events and activities all across the Smoky Mountains. Take a look at the kinds of fun you can expect here during 4th of July in Gatlinburg: 

4^th of July Midnight Parade 

Start your holiday celebrations early by participating in the 4^th of July Midnight Parade right here in Gatlinburg. This event is one of the most well-known 4^th of July events in the state. The fun starts off in downtown Gatlinburg, where the mile long parade will form and march across the city. The Midnight Parade will start exactly at midnight on the 4^th of July and continue on until 1:00 AM. Expect to see some incredible displays created for our country’s birthday.  

4^th of July Fireworks Finale 

Of course, no 4^th of July celebration is ever complete without some fireworks to go along with it. Cap off your 4^th of July festivities with the Fireworks Finale that takes place at 11:00 PM on July 4^th. The dazzling displays will easily be seen from downtown Gatlinburg as they are launched from our Space Needle. This is another exciting event that brings in individuals from all over. The fireworks display will last for approximately one hour before coming to a close. Now the 4^th of July 2021 celebration is shaping up to be one of our best yet in recent years. 

30^th Annual Patriot Festival 

You can make the short drive to Pigeon Forge for their annual Patriot Festival taking place this 4^th of July. The 30^th annual Patriot Festival is scheduled to take place on July 3^rd for a night of exciting music, games, and food. The event is completely free to the public to attend. Make sure to bring blankets and lawn chairs to relax as you take in the live music performances headlined by country singer Clint Black. This is an all-ages event, so make sure to bring the whole family to the 30^th Annual Patriot festival! 

More Fun This Summer Season 

There is plenty of fun and excitement waiting for you here in Gatlinburg and the surrounding areas for the 4^th of July. Book a stay in our cozy cabins today!