We sure are excited for another summer season here in Gatlinburg. The weather is beginning to warm up and several activities and events are planned for the season. This year, kick off your summer break with a stay over Memorial Day Weekend here in Gatlinburg. You will find plenty of fun for the whole family. Here is what you can plan for during a 2025 Gatlinburg Memorial Day Weekend trip:
Gatlinburg Spring Fest
The last bit of the spring season will be on hand when you visit Gatlinburg over Memorial Day Weekend. The area is specifically known for its abundance of blooming flowers over the spring season. When you visit over Memorial Day Weekend you can see the tail end of the Gatlinburg Springfest shown off around town. This is our spring seasonal event where Downtown Gatlinburg is decorated in flowers all over the area. Many blooming flowers include tulips and much more that dazzle to the eye. The Gatlinburg Spring Fest will run until May 31st so you will have the entire Memorial Day Weekend to see how many flowers you can track down!
Visit Anakeesta
One of the best ways to show your family the start of summer is with a little outdoor adventure. Head on up to Anakeesta where you can enjoy thrilling views of the valley along with some outdoor attractions. Anakeesta has been a staple for Gatlinburg for years and is looking forward to the summer season. This outdoor theme park sits on top of the local mountains and is reached with a gondola ride taken from Downtown Gatlinburg. During the ride up you will reach exciting elevations. Once you reach the top you will see what the excitement is all about. You will first arrive in the Firefly Village where you can find all kinds of shopping and dining. Head on out to explore the other areas including the TreeTop SkyWalk. This is the longest tree based skybridge on the continent where you walk over 800 feet of connected bridges that hang 60 feet up in the air. The AnaVista Tower is the highest point of Gatlinburg and will provide with incredible views of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Hellbender Mountain Coaster is a thrilling mountain roller coaster taking you to high speeds. The BirdVenture Play Area is perfect for little ones to run around and play. The newest addition to Anakeesta is Astra Lumina, a stunning night walk taking you through the woods where you can see the stars. This is the first Lumina experience in the country and can only be experienced here in Gatlinburg. A trip up to Anakeesta is just what your Memorial Day Weekend needs!
White Water Rafting
Memorial Day Weekend is a great time to get a head start on white water rafting just in time for the summer season. You will find several rafting expeditions here in the area including Raft Outdoor Adventures. This famously friendly and wildly fun group offers an Upper Pigeon River and Lower Pigeon River raft trips. The Lower Pigeon River trip is a summer only expedition and will be open just in time for the holiday. This is perfect for all ages in your family including the little ones too. it features predominantly calmer waters so you can easily traverse the river with your kids in tow. This expedition allows everyone with any water level experience. The Upper Pigeon River is year round and features rapids II-IV so you get a more thrilling experience. You can take the double run or have a group trip. Make sure to book now as they can book up over Memorial Day Weekend.
Zip Line Adventure
Memorial Day Weekend is all about starting the fun summer activities early. Another great option is to take the family on a zip line experience up in the trees. In addition to Anakeesta you will find a variety of zip line courses around the area including Wahoo Ziplines, Legacy Mountain Zipline, and more. Zip lines take you high up in the tree tops as you zoom around at high flying speeds. Most companies offer several courses for you to take on and usually take one to two hours to complete all together. You are safely strapped into your harness and get to enjoy stunning views of the area. This is another outdoor activity that is sure to book up quickly over the Gatlinburg Memorial Day Weekend.
Get Ready to Kick Start Your Summer Season
All of this and so much more is waiting for you and your family here in Gatlinburg this Memorial Day Weekend. The holiday is expected to be a busy time here in the area so make sure to book one of our luxury cabins today. You will not find a finer property in all of Gatlinburg.
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 4th of July right here in 2024.
48th Annual July 4th 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 4th 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 48th 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 4th of July. Book our affordable cabins in Gatlinburg for the 4th of July today and get ready for the fun!
The perfect New Year’s celebration in Gatlinburg is a mixture of fireworks, exotic dining, and adventure. Whether you came to the city as a family or are in for a solo evening of fun, there is something for everyone to explore on this special night. Here’s what a New Year’s in Gatlinburg looks like.
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks
Dubbed the best New Year’s show in the vast American South, you already have a rough idea of what to expect. It is an iconic show that has held its ground from 1987 to date.
As the name suggests, it is a show of fireworks that runs deep in Tennessee’s heritage. Once it is midnight on the night of New Year’s Eve, these fireworks blast off creating quite a magnificent scene over Tennessee’s skies.
Walk Through the Woods
In a city with such a diverse ecosystem, fireworks cannot be the only thing that entices you on New Year’s Eve. There is more to your New Year’s adventures in the city beyond those blasts.
One valuable alternative is heading out for a walk in the woods. Ardent hikers find Gatlinburg to be exciting for obvious reasons. The views of nature out there on New Year make the walk worth it.
Water Park Adventures
Apart from exploring the woods, this city is also home to multiple water parks. When looking for family-friendly activities to usher in the New Year, these parks easily come to your rescue.
If your interest is in more adrenaline-jerking moments, the smoky mountains of the city have a lot of that to offer. White water rafting is one of those exciting sports that will make your day colorful.
Exotic Dining at Its Best
The next phase of your New Year’s experience in Tennessee revolves around sampling foods unique to the area. Exotic dining is a crucial part of the experience that you can’t afford to miss. For kids, this might be the most fun part of all.
Restaurants in the city have special menus for the night with separate ones for kids. Also, there is a wide range of drinks for you to sample. If you are out with friends, party the night away as you usher in a New Year’s in Gatlinburg and a better experience.
Rent A Cabin
Talk of Tennessee’s tranquil atmosphere and Gatlinburg’s natural splendor, holiday cabins in the city are designed as luxurious spaces featuring high-end amenities that complement your holidays in Tennessee. Contact us today to book your cabins.