There`s No Place In The World
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There`s No Place In The World
– there's no place in the world quite like it. Offering exciting adventures at every turn, our mountain village has a special attraction for everyone . . . and all within easy walking distance.With so much to do, why not stay awhile and see it all. There are hundreds of hotels, motels, chalets and restaurants available. Have the time of your life in Gatlinburg. Amazing Mirror Maze 44 PAGE You won’t believe your eyes when you experience the exhilarating state-of-the-art light and sound show.. 919 Parkway (Light #8). (865) 436-4415. Map #26 Arcadia – Planet Fun A 25,000 square foot Fun Center for the whole family with the area's biggest redemption center. Prizes, Prizes, Prizes! 115 Historic Nature Trail (Airport Road). (865) 436-5650. Map #20 32 PAGE Christ in the Smokies An inspiring portrayal of the life of Christ. Over 100 life-sized wax figures and a collection of priceless coins & gems. 510 River Road. (865) 436-5155 Map #17 11 PAGE tains oky Moun 6 Great Sm al Park ............. Nation 6 1 .. .......... .............. .. te si 1 b .. e W ........ 6 em ........ st y S 0 y e ll Tro ........... 2 nts ........ e v E l 4 ia 2 c . e .. Sp .......... atlinburg G f o p a M 6 ountain Smoky M & Tales ............. 2 s e n u T n Conventio 8 Gatlinburg r ...................... 2 4 Cente 4 .. .. e .. Golf Cours rg u b 5 4 in tl .. a .. G ........ atlinburg G in 6 4 e d .. a .. M unity fts Comm ra C 6 & 4 s .. rt .. A .......... st .......... Winterfe Circus Golf In Blacklight 3D - the full 18-hole course is 1/2 Circus Funhouse and 1/2 Mini-Golf which equals 100% fun! 919 Parkway (Light #8). (865) 436-4415. Map #26 26 PAGE Earthquake The Ride A real live-action ride aboard an out-of-control subway car, complete with sights, sounds, motion and live action destruction. 653 Parkway. (865) 436-9765. Map #10 9 Gatlinburg Sky Lift Hollywood Star Cars Museum 34 33 Featuring the best of Hollywood movies, TV and music superstars. View the world’s best star car collection up close! 914 Parkway. (865) 430-2200. Map #24 Chairlift ride in the center of town for a spectacular view of Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains. On the Parkway at Maple Lane (between traffic lights #6 and #8). (865) 436-4307. Map #16 PAGE PAGE Jon Dee’s Comedy Hypnosis 18 Show Gatlinburg Ziplines PAGE Family friendly Hypnosis Show plus Magic, Ventriloquism, Comedy and More. 115 Historic Nature Trail (at the Space Needle). 865-622-3729. Map #20 Soar through the tree tops for the adventure of a lifetime - ziplines, sky bridges and more - fun for all ages. 322 Historic Nature Trail. (light #8). (865) 430-9442 Map #21 31 PAGE PAGE Fannie Farkle’s Play the Arcade and Redemption games. Clean restrooms, helpful service. Browse through the wide selection of prizes and taste the famous Ogle Dog and other fine food. 656 Parkway. (865) 436-4057. Map #11 35 PAGE Fort Fun It’s all new fun . . . at Fort Fun! The area’s hottest attraction with Laser Maze Challenge, Laser Tag, Electric Bumper Cars, 3-D Movie Theater, Gem Mining and cool Video Arcade. Great Family Value! Reagan Terrace Mall on the Parkway. (865) 436-BEAM. Map #14 10 PAGE Ride Theater Guinness World of Records MotionSimulation at its best, where Museum 28 you ride the ® 40 PAGE Exhibits of astounding achievements and events from the famous pages of the Guinness Book of World Records. Baskins Square Mall on the Parkway. (865) 436-9100. Map #8 Hillbilly Golf Ride the incline rail car ride to mountaintop with two 18-hole miniature golf courses filled with unusual mountaineer hazards. On the Parkway at traffic light #2. (865) 436-7470. Map #2 42 PAGE PAGE movies and your wildest dreams and night-mares come true. Eleven great movies to experience, if you dare. Reagan Terrace Mall on the Parkway. (865) 430-8985. Map #15 NOC’s Great Outpost Visit Gatlinburg’s outdoor adventure experts! Book guided whitewater rafting trips that are fun for the whole family and shop outdoor gear and apparel for hiking, camping, paddling and fishing. 1138 Parkway (Light #10). (865) 277-8209. Map #25 19 PAGE Ober Gatlinburg Year-round amusement park and ski resort with a mountain full of fun. Take the Tram from the Parkway or by car via Ski Mountain Road. (865) 436-5423. Map #28 43 PAGE Contents continued on page 4. Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway 41 PAGE Spectacular views aboard Gatlinburg’s largest, 120 passenger, aerial tramway ride to the all seasons mountaintop recreation and amusement park. 1001 Parkway near traffic light #9. (865) 436-5423. Map #27 Ripley’s Believe It or Not! One of the world’s most astonishing collections of curiosities and artifacts from around the globe. On the Parkway just before Light #8. (865) 436-5096. Map #18 12 PAGE Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games Ripley’s Davy Crockett Gatlinburg’s Mini Golf largest indoor 29 PAGE & outdoor mini golf attraction with three amazing courses to challenge your putting skills. Reagan Terrace Mall on the Parkway. (865) 430-GOLF. Map #13 Rafting in the Smokies Jump into a raft and hit the whitewater rapids; Zipline the treetops on dual racing lines; Fish the Big Pigeon River. No experience needed. Hwy. 321 North. (865) 436-5008. Map #3 7 PAGE Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies 37 PAGE One of the world’s great aquariums. Features a moving walkway through a crystalclear tunnel along the floor of a 750,000 gallon tank, surrounded by 12 foot sharks, stingrays, and over 10,000 other fish. On the Parkway at traffic light #5. (865) 430-8808. Map #6 4 17 PAGE Play and enjoy TWO exciting interactive miniature golf courses but, watch out for the critters! Free Parking. On the Parkway at light #1. (865) 430-8851. Map #1 Ripley’s Haunted Adventure 38 PAGE Your worst nightmares come to life at the ultimate scare in town. On the Parkway at traffic light #8. (865) 436-5096. Map #23 Ripley’s Marvelous Mirror Maze & Candy Factory 39 PAGE A fun and tasty adventure - a totally new concept in amusement design, it provides a different experience every time you enter. Plus, relive your childhood in the spectacular candy store. On the Parkway (Light #6). (865) 430-1834. Map #7 Ripley’s Moving Theater Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre 14 15 Real D - 3D technology puts you in the adventure. 2 action packed films with dynamic special effects and surround sound. 904 Parkway. (865) 436-5096. Map #22 PAGE Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse 13 PAGE 35th SEASON - 2 hours of hilariously original musical fun at Gatlinburg’s Top Evening Entertainment Attraction. The oldest professional theater in the Smokies. TWO all-new alternating shows each season. 461 Parkway at Traffic Light #3. (865) 436-4039. Map #5 PAGE State-of-the-Art, Interactive African Blackfooted Penguin Habitat. View penguins from above & below the water. On the Parkway. (at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies). 888-240-1358. Map #6 Ripley’s Super Fun Zone Quality Family Amusement with the most popular video games in the country. On the Parkway just before Light #8. (865) 436-5096. Map #18 36 TreasureAnQuest Golf ancient 47 PAGE jungle temple is the backdrop to this adventurepacked championship 18-hole indoor miniature golf course filled with unusual and spectacular scenes. 653 Parkway. (865) 436-3972. Map #9 PAGE Smoky Mountain Outdoors White Water Rafting at its finest. Just bring a change of clothes and get ready to get wet! Hwy. 321 North at Winery Square. 1-800-771-RAFT. Map #4 30 PAGE Space Needle 407 foot observation tower plus Arcadia, a 25,000 square foot Fun Center for the whole family. Prizes, Prizes, Prizes! 115 Historic Nature Trail (Airport Road). (865) 436-4629. Map #19 8 PAGE World of Illusions The world’s largest exhibition of action-packed Grande Illusions. Make a friend disappear, walk away from your shadow, see a superman use x-ray vision and much, much more. On the Parkway Next to Reagan Terrace Mall. (865) 436-9701. Map #12 27 PAGE he Cherokee people called this the “Place of Blue Smoke”, for the lovely bluish mist from which the mountain tops rise. Today, millions of visitors know it as one of the greatest natural treasures . . . Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park’s 800 square miles are home to more species of plants than any other area on the North American continent, as well as over 50 species of mammals, including frequently seen black bears. Its mountains are the highest in the Appalachian range. And, its possibilities for recreation and inspiration are endless. You can explore the gorgeous forests, waterfalls and soaring vistas via more than 900 miles of hiking trails. You can bike or ride horseback or even go lazily tubing down a mountain stream. You can fish for trout. You can picnic or camp or drive to one of the many historical sites preserving pioneer structures dating back to the 1840s. After all, you’ll be right in the heart of everything the Smokies have to offer. You’re in Gatlinburg, the Heart of the Smokies. hoose Wild or Mild – Amazing Whitewater Rapids on the Upper Pigeon Pigeon River. Explore the most action-packed five miles of rafting for ages 8 and up or 70 lbs. OR a relaxing 2 hour Float Trip on the Lower Pigeon for small kids of 3 years old to seniors. You will be accompanied by certified guides and supplied with the best equipment and instruction for a safe, fun filled adventure. No experience necessary. ZIPLINING – Get set for an adrenaline rush! Walk across the 150 foot Swinging Bridge to our Family Adventure Island. Zip along the 600 foot dual racing lines high in the treetops. Test your limits on our high elements ropes/challenge course. FISHING – Just reel ‘em in . . . and leave the rest to us. Fish the Big Pigeon River for Small Mouth Bass and Rainbow Troat. All you need is a valid Tennessee Fishing License. We supply the rest – from well-trained guides to poles and tackle. A 2 or 4 hour excursion is available Spring, Summer and Fall. Add adventure to your vacation this year with the most experienced outfitters in the area – rafting professionals since 1978. (865) 436-5008 or 1-800-PRO RAFT 1-800-776-7238 Call for reservations or information. 813 East Parkway (Hwy 321 North) The Outpost at the Pigeon River is only a 35 minute scenic drive from our Gatlinburg office. www.raftinginthesmokies.com 6 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com MAP LOCATION – #3 ide the glass elevators over 400 feet and step out to a breathtaking 360 degree view of the Smokies by day or Gatlinburg’s lights by night. Enjoy “Higher Learning”, an educa educational experience from the Space Needle’s perspective, including free view finders. If it’s live entertainment you seek, look no further. Laugh out loud inside the Space Needle Theatre at the funniest show in the Smokies or bring in the New Year with thousands at Gatlinburg’s New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Pyrotechnics Show on December 31st at the Space Needle. “Best New Year’s Eve Show in the South”. It’s THE place to be. Your train awaits. Once strapped into your seat, hold on for the ride of your life. It’s an earthquake. As the car moves out of the station, there’s another train on the track bearing down on you. Sidewalks buckle. Ceilings cave-in. The track gives-way and sinks into the ground. The quake intensifies. Sirens scream and walls collapse. Just as you think it’s over, you are surprised by a flood of water. It’s truly a high-tech Action Adventure for all ages. arthquake is a real live action ride and you are in it. Subway train No. 13 is ready for departure. Get on board for a heartpounding, catastrophic, live action ride loaded with gut-wrenching high-tech special effects. Experience sensory overload through sights, sounds, motion, and live action destruction. (865) 436-9765 TM 653 Parkway (865) 436-4629 In the center of town, next to the Gift Warehouse. 115 Historic Nature Trail at Traffic Light #8 across from the Convention Center MAP LOCATION –#10 www.gatlinburgspaceneedle.com For a sneak peek, try out our website’s controllable webcam. MAP LOCATION – #19 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 9 ave a great time and save money when you do it all . . . at Fort Fun! Pump it up at the area’s largest, futuristic Laser Tag Arena! Play 4 different games in an all-new, futuristic arena featuring sentry pods and home bases that fire back! Interactive phasers and your lightweight vest provide cool sound and stun effects throughout your game. Ride the latest in electric Bumper Cars! Circular cars let you bounce and bump other players from every direction as you take control. Put on your 3-D glasses and hold on for the coolest in Special Effects Movies! Watch Out! as dinosaurs, sharks, and creepy creatures jump off the screen at you, while custom contoured theater seats create wind, mist, tingles and other sensations. Break the Vault in the newest craze - THE VAULT Laser Maze Challenge. Jump, crawl or slither your way through brilliant, highly-sensitive lasers as your family and friends watch your every move on outside monitors. WARNING . . . this activity is Group Sales: 877-430-8680 extremely addictive! (865) 436-BEAM 716 Parkway DO IT ALL Vacation Pass www.smokymountainfun.com at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to Old Gatlinburg Golf & Games Open 10 am Daily MAP LOCATION – #14 ravel back 2000 years and witness an inspiring portrayal of the life of Christ at Gatlinburg’s finest family attraction – Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens. Depicting breathtaking scenes, peopled with over 100 life-sized wax figures in realistic settings, underscored by amazing lighting and special effects, beautiful music and dramatic narrations. It’s as if the pages of a giant-sized biblical picture book were unfolding before your eyes. The adjoining rotunda houses a priceless collection of biblical coins and precious gems – plus a video presentation of the Old Testament filmed in the Holy Land. In the patio garden is a monumental (865) sculpture of the head of Christ, so skillfully carved, not only the eyes, 510 River Road but the entire face seems to follow (One block from the center of town) your every move. www.christinthesmokies.com Our gift shop features inspirational Open Rain or Shine - Lots of FREE Parking gifts and collectables. MAP LOCATION – #17 It is your best hour in the Smokies! 436-5155 njoy this playful colony of Blackfooted penguins in their new state-of-theart indoor / outdoor habitat. View penguins from above and below the water in this unique and interactive exhibit. Experience being in the water with penguins, without getting wet, as you crawl through clear underwater tunnels. Pop up on the penguins’ private beach and get nose-to-beak. Reserve a personal penguin experience to get up-close and hands-on with one of the playful penguins! A Must-See, all at America’s #1 Aquarium! here’s always something new or undiscovered at Ripley’s! Over 500 astonishing and unusual artifacts collected from the farcorners of the world. All guaranteed real and mind-boggling. Join us for your challenge to simply . . . Believe It or Not! © Ripley Entertainment Inc. © Ripley Entertainment Inc. (888) 240-1358 On the Parkway (at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies - Light #5) Email: aquariumofthesmokies@ripleys.com www.ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com Open Year Round 12 MAP LOCATION – #6 (865) 436-5096 On the Parkway (Just before Light #8) www.ripleysgatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com Open year round. MAP LOCATION – #18 13 “Recognized as one of the most Innovative and Unusual Professional Theatre Companies in the Country.” xperience the thrills! Ride the movies! Cutting edge REAL D (the new 3D) digital technology - the same 3D magic used in Avatar and Shrek - make it the most exciting movie there is! Ride the simulator and experience every bump, dip and turn! Feel the rush and thrills of two new action-packed films with continuous showings year round. © Ripley Entertainment Inc. (865) 436-9763 On the Parkway at Light #8 Located next to Ripley’s Haunted Adventure www.ripleysgatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com MAP LOCATION – #22 ollywood has Mel Brooks, but Gatlinburg has Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre! Proclaimed a “National Historical Treasure”, the theatre has premiered over 50 original musical comedy productions since opening in 1977. TWO New Comedy Shows are presented on alternating nights throughout the season. It’s original shows are quick-witted sensations, filled with the broadest of humor and the silliest of slapstick, all guaranteed to be like nothing else ever seen. It’s 2 hours of hilarious fun, lively music, top-notch performers and lots of audience participation! SHOWTIME 8 PM Monday - Saturday April - December + New Years Eve (schedule subject to change) The Oldest and Most Unusual Theatre in the Smokies! (865) 436-4039 461 Parkway (at traffic light #3) Group Rates & Convenient Parking Available. www.sweetfannyadams.com ith the Great Smoky Mountains as the backdrop, TWO beautifully landscaped, 18-hole courses will amaze and delight you with animated and interactive displays throughout. See raccoons, bears, chipmunks, possums, skunks, and even some heckling crows. The themed course replicates the "old days" when a Tennessee hero named Davy Crockett roamed "them thar hills". You will find some of the world's most original golf holes, complete with steep drops, splits, over and under ramps, lots of water, and even a hillbilly outhouse that flushes when your putt is right on target. Hop aboard the Trolley – the fun and inexpensive way to see Gatlinburg! The color coded trolleys make frequent stops on regular routes throughout Gatlinburg, and connect to Pigeon Forge and Sevierville as well. The map in the center of this guide shows the Gatlinburg routes. Now take advantage of the new All Day Trolley Pass in Gatlinburg where, for only $2.00 per day, you receive unlimited rides on the five most popular Gatlinburg routes (sorry, doesn’t include the Pink or Tan routes). The All Day Trolley Pass can be purchased at both Gatlinburg Welcome Centers, Gatlinburg City Hall and at the front desks of numerous Gatlinburg lodging companies. 16 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com Ripley’s and Ripley’s Davy Crockett Mini Golf are registered trademarks of Ripley Entertainment Inc. (865) 430-8851 On the Parkway at traffic light #1 Park Free at the course or ride the trolley Open year round, weather permiting www.ripleysgatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com MAP LOCATION – #1 17 positive message, a laughing audience, and FUN, FUN, FUN affordable family entertainment! The Jon Dee Comedy Hypnosis Show in Gatlinburg is family friendly entertainment that will have you laughing and enjoying yourself like never before. 100% audience participation, so each show is different and unique. Imagine – volunteers on stage clucking like a chicken every time they hear a certain song, forgetting their own name or being convinced they are on T.V. in a 80’s style dance competition. Best of all, it is your friends and family on stage, believing it is real. While the “HYPNOTIZED” segment of the show is the most popular, there is also Magic, Ventriloquism, Comedy and More. Jon has been a magician and motivational speaker for over 20 years, entertaining every type of group imaginable from Maine to Las Vegas and everywhere in between. The Jon Dee Show WILL make you laugh, it may make you cry, but it will absolutely make you forget about all of your problems and have a 115 Historic Nature Trail on the ground level of the fantastic time . . . GUARANTEED! (865) 622-3729 Visit our website or call for tickets and showtimes. Space Needle Family Fun Center www.gatlinburgshow.com MAP LOCATION – #20 top at our Basecamp for Adventure first! We’ll help you plan your Smokies vacation. Book guided whitewater trips, hiking and fly fishing excursions. We’re confident that we have a trip to match every experience level. Children as young as three can enjoy the splashy fun of the Pigeon River. NOC’s Great Outpost, located at the National Park entrance, is Gatlinburg’s source for outdoor adventure expertise. Nantahala Outdoor Center’s experienced staff has been guiding families through whitewater since 1972. Our store is an adventure too! Check out the area’s largest selection of technical, outdoor gear and apparel for your traveling, hiking, camping, paddling or fishing activities. Shop National Park souvenirs and vacation essentials. Rent bikes for the family. Scale our 25-foot indoor climbing wall and cross the swinging rope bridge! NOC’s Great Outpost offers 1138 Parkway (at Light #10) Free Parking and is a stop on the www.nocsgreatoutpost.com trolley line. Come by today and find everything you need to enjoy the Open 7 Days a Week Great Smoky Mountains! MAP LOCATION – #25 (865) 277-8209 November 22 - 26 Gatlinburg’s Festival of Trees – Dozens upon dozens of ornately decorated Christmas trees and frequent entertainment await visitors October 6 - 23 in this winter wonderland at W.L. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair – Art, Mills Conference Center. Event crafts and music lovers will find over benefits Smoky Mountain Area 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and crafts Rescue Ministries. people are on hand to demonstrate their November 22 - December 4 skill, answer questions and offer their Great Smoky Arts & Crafts unique art for sale. Live Country and Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. Community Holiday Show – Unique handcrafted gifts made by members to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday until 5 p.m. at of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Gatlinburg Convention Center. Community are offered as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg November 9 Convention Center. Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ Kickoff and Chili Cookoff – The City of Gatlinburg kicks off Gatlinburg Winter November 25 - December 17 Winter Magic Tunes & Tales™ – Magic tm from 5 to Through the holiday season, visitors 8 p.m. on the can meet characters and storytellers Downtown Parkway and enjoy caroling along the Parkway by turning on over Friday and Saturday evenings during three million lights. this 4th annual event! Enjoy live entertainment, sample chili November 25 & 26 recipes from local The Nutcracker “Sweet” – Presented restaurants and by the Smoky Mountain Dance businesses and vote for your favorite. Theater Company, enjoy this holiday classic, with performances nightly at November 9 - February 29 7 p.m. in Mills Auditorium. Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ – The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with dozens of spectacular light displays and millions of LED bulbs. tournament in the Smokies. All Gatlinburg and state fishing regulations will be observed. 2011 Nightly through August 13 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales™ – All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smoky Mountains on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this sixth annual event! Designated a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society. Saturdays through October 15 Gatlinburg Farmer’s Market – Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market is open each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot at 705 East Parkway. Comprised of local producers, the emphasis is on fresh produce and homemade products offered in an atmosphere of community. July 30 Great Gatlinburg Shark Race – Festivities start at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza with live entertainment, food & fun and opportunity to win fantastic grand prizes. Rubber sharks are released into the Little Pigeon River at the Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens bridge to race downstream, first one to cross the finish line wins! Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. August 27 Vintage Views Film Premiere – Featuring classic film clips of Gatlinburg and the Smokies gleaned from family home movie collections, this nostalgic film produced by City Videographer Kevin Tierney debuts at Mills Auditorium. A reception featuring local artists and authors is part of the festivities. September 15 - October 31 Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival – A countywide celebration of harvest season in Gatlinburg features festivals, special events and autumn-themed displays. September 15 14th Annual Taste of Autumn – Sample signature dishes from the area’s finest restaurants. Enjoy live entertainment, live auction with a cash bar. Proceeds benefit United Way of Sevier County. Doors of the Gatlinburg Convention Center open at 5 p.m. September 24 & 25 Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – July 15 - 24 The 12th Annual Fall Smoky Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair – Art, Mountain Trout crafts and music lovers will discover over 200 booths featuring some of the Tournament is open to nation's finest work. Artisans and crafts adults or children – and equally chalpeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer lenging for both their unique art for sale. Live Country visitors and locals, with multiple & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to categories to be 5 p.m. Gatlinburg Convention Center. contested in this largest trout 20 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com November 9 through January Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ Trolley Ride of Lights – Enjoy a guided trolley tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ lighting displays. Departure is from the Ripley’s Aquarium Trolley Station. Group reservations are available. Trolley leaves at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Nightly except Dec. 2, 24, 25, 31; Saturdays only in January. December 2 Gatlinburg’s 36th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade – This popular Christmas parade in downtown Gatlinburg is recognized as one of the very best by the International Festival and Events Association. November 11 Parade features lighted floats, Veterans Day Celebration – Join the City of Gatlinburg in saluting the men marching bands, equestrian units and helium balloons. Parade begins at and women of America who have 7:30 p.m. at Traffic Light #1A and served in our Armed Forces in this special ceremony on Ripley’s Aquarium continues through downtown to Light #10. Plaza. This ninth annual program begins at 11 a.m. and includes stirring musical tributes, ceremonial words and December TBA recognition of Veterans in attendance. Christmas on Ice – Enjoy the spirit of the season as local skaters display This event is designated an official their talents on ice to the sounds of Regional Site for the Observance of holiday music in a two-day perforVeterans Day by the Veterans Day National Committee, U.S. Department mance at Ober Gatlinburg’s ice arena. of Veterans Affairs. Special Events listing continued on Page 22. www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 21 April TBA Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon – The fifth annual triathlon, which is headquartered at the Community Center and starts at 8:15 a.m. Awards will be given in multiple age categories (men’s and women’s division), plus a mixed team relay event. Pre-registration is required. December 31 New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show & Ball Drop – For the 24th straight year, the Space Needle area at traffic light #8 comes alive at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous fireworks show, free party favors and live entertainment. “Best New Year’s Eve Show in the South”. Historic Nature Trail at the Parkway. 2012 January 2 - February 25 Night Magic Skiing – Purchase a Lift Ticket Monday through Friday (nonholidays) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Ober Gatlinburg. January 29 & 30 Tennessee Winter Special Olympics – Winter sports competitions including ice skating, snowboarding and snow skiing at Ober Gatlinburg. March 16 - June 3 Smoky Mountain Springfest – A countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more. March TBA Gatlinburg Screenfest – The fourth annual Independent Film Festival at the River Terrace Resort focuses on promoting artists and filmmakers as well as bringing their craft to an audience of local residents and tourists in East Tennessee at the River Terrace Resort. April 7 & 8 Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament – The 12th Annual Spring Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is open to adults or children – and equally challenging for both visitors and locals, with multiple categories to be contested in this largest trout tournament in the Smokies. All Gatlinburg and state fishing regulations will be observed. 22 April 20 & 21 Mountain Man Memorial March – This 4th annual 26.2-mile march starts in downtown Gatlinburg at 9 a.m. as a challenging tribute to our men and women in uniform. The course includes highway and rural road stretches, rugged terrain and mountain slopes. The event honors 1LT Frank Walkup, a University of Tennessee alumnus who in 2007 was killed in the line of duty in Iraq. Pre-registration is required, with Military Heavy, Military Light and Civilian entry categories. April TBA Food Ministry Fiesta – Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies hosts this 2nd fundraiser benefiting Sevier County Food Ministries at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment and refreshments. April 4 - 7 Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show – Unique handcrafted gifts and products produced by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are placed on display and offered for sale as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Demonstrations are part of the show. April 8 Easter Sunrise Service at Ober Gatlinburg – Early morning Easter Service at Ober Gatlinburg includes complimentary tram service to the top of the resort. April 24 - 28 62nd Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage – Celebrate and enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, www.attractions-gatlinburg.com demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors. April 26 Ribfest, Wings & BBQ – Enjoy a sampling of the area’s delectable ribs and wings and free live entertainment during this popular 11th annual event. One admission price allows sampling until the ribs and wings run out as the downtown transforms into a Street Fair from 5 to 9 p.m. July 3 4th of July Midnight Parade – Saluting the valiant men and women of our military services, this 37th annual showcase is the ìFirst July Fourth Parade in the Nation!î Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin Independence Day. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country during this Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. May 5 Gatlinburg’s Cinco de Mayo Festival – The Gatlinburg community presents the second major Hispanic event in the city at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza and No Way Jose’s featuring an educational theme early in the day showcasing different types of Latin music, historical dress, July 4 crafts, activities and an evening of River Raft Regatta – Visitors can enjoy celebra-tion highlighting the sights a fun, unmanned, floatable object race and sounds of the colorful culture. for the whole family. Free registration begins at 10 a.m. at bridge beneath May 19 - October 13 chair lift. Race begins at noon at Christ Gatlinburg Farmer’s Market – of the Smokies bridge and ends at Offering local choices for healthy mountain living, the Farmers Market Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is open each Saturday from 8:30 a.m. bridge where prizes will be awarded in several different categories. to 11:30 a.m. in the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot at 705 East Parkway. July 4 Comprised of local producers, the 4th of July Fireworks Show – Join the emphasis is on fresh produce and celebration in downtown Gatlinburg homemade products offered in an to mark our nation’s "Independence atmosphere of community. Day" with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the June 15 - August 11 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales™ – mountain skyline downtown at 10 p.m. with this grand display. Designated All summer long, visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and a Top 20 event by Southeast Tourism Society. learn about life long ago in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. *Special Note: As this calendar is Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform along the Parkway every produced up to a year in advance, dates and evening during this seventh annual locations are subject to change. For full event! Designated a Top 20 event by details on any Gatlinburg event, please call Southeast Tourism Society. 800-568-4748, 865-436-4178 or visit the Special Events website at www.eventsgatlinburg.com www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 23 his full 18-hole course is 1/2 Circus Funhouse and 1/2 Mini-Golf which equals 100% fun! Inside this action packed indoor circus adventure you’ll be amazed by interactive features, computer animations, animatronic characters and custom sound effects. Make sure to hit a hole-in-one on the 18th hole for a special celebration song the whole family will love! (865) 436-4415 ake your friends DISAPPEAR and re-appear at your command! Stop a tornado with the wave of your hand! See Merlin the Wizard levitate right before your eyes! Join Ali Baba’s Genie who is trapped inside a glass bottle! 919 Parkway (Light #8) Open year round. MAP LOCATION – #26 Entertainment is abundant during summer and winter evenings on the Parkway in Gatlinburg. A dulcimer player gracefully strums an upbeat mountain melody; a clogging group demonstrates the original dance of the Appalachians. A bluegrass band draws a crowd at the Village; a boisterous angler delights passers-by with hilarious tall-tales as he demonstrates fly fishing. And holiday carols fill the crisp air. These are just a few of the mini-performances you can experience every evening from mid-June through mid-August and weekends from Thanksgiving until just before Christmas as you stroll in downtown Gatlinburg. Tunes & Tales features costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans portraying various time periods from the 1800s to today. Nightly acts perform in 10 minute portrayals throughout the evening along the Downtown Parkway. 26 You’ll be amazed with the endless collection of grand illusions, mystifying magic and interactive exhibits. (865) 436-9701 On the Parkway Next to Reagan Terrace Mall in the heart of Gatlinburg’s Shopping District. Open Every Day. MAP LOCATION – #12 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 27 our wildest dreams (or nightmares) are about to come true. Travel to a far-away planet, ride the largest rollercoaster, smash a few cars or race outof-control in the Arctic. It's the wildest ride you'll ever have in a motion simulator. Experience drops, twists, g-forces, and wacky turns in this futuristic space Group Sales: 877-430-8680 capsule motion ride theater. 716 Parkway Open 10 am Daily. at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to (865) 430-8985 MAP LOCATION – #15 Fort Fun. ld Gatlinburg Golf and Games, Gatlinburg’s largest miniature golf attraction, offers 2 choices of award-winning, outdoor golf courses and an amazing glow-in-the-dark Black Light Golf indoor course. Out of the darkness, dolphins, octopus, sharks, mermaids, and a sunken pirate ship radiate fantastic colors as you putt your way through this “Under Seas” adventure with day-glow putters and flourescent balls. It’s THE latest craze in mini golf. And Now in 3D! And, of course, you’ll still find two award-winning, storytelling, 18 hole outdoor courses, located on a beautifully landscaped hillside in the center of Gatlinburg, offering the most challenging and tricky mini golf course holes anywhere. Offering UNLIMITED Golf Packages www.smokymountainfun.com (865) 430-GOLF Make plans now to book your next association or corporate convention in the Gatlinburg Convention Center, a full-service facility! The adjacent new W.L. Mills Conference Center features a mountain lodge exterior and interior with a combined total of 148,000 square feet of meeting space and the Tennessee Ballroom that seats approximately 1,200 for banquets. Ideal for the business traveler, as well as safe for family and friends, make Gatlinburg your meeting destination by calling 800-343-1475 today! See all Gatlinburg has to offer at: www.gatlinburg-tn.com Group Sales: 877-430-8680 716 Parkway at Reagan Terrace Mall, adjacent to Fort Fun Open 10 am Daily MAP LOCATION – #13 29 he Pigeon River, located in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains, provides 12 miles of breathtaking scenery and heart-stopping thrills! You can be assured of an exciting adventure! All trips include an experienced guide to keep your adventure safe and enjoyable. Just bring a change of clothes and get ready to get wet! The 6.5 mile Upper Section is an exciting 2 hour trip down class 3 and 4 rapids. Our certified Guides will navigate your boat the entire trip. Big waves, big drops and plenty of surfing for inexperienced and experienced paddlers alike. (Must be at least 8 years old or 70 lbs.) The 5.5 mile Scenic Lower Section is a much calmer guided trip where you can take in the beauty of the mountains and is perfect for the little kids. You will run about 50 class 1 and 2 rapids with one class 3 at the end. (Must be at least 3 years old and accompanied by an adult.) Funyaks, the latest boats offered on the Pigeon River, are designed to be super stable. Perfect for fun-lovers of all ages skilled, novice or non-boaters – ideal for mom, dad and the kids. You’re taught different ways to play in the rapids and all trips are expertly guided as you drive your own boat. Give it a try! Don’t Worry Mom! We’re Gonna Take Good Care of You and The Kids!™ Soar through the treetops on an aerial adventure of a lifetime over overlooking the Smoky Mountains National Park and Downtown Gatlinburg at our all new Zipline Treetop Aerial Adventure. Trained, certified guides will be with you every step of the way as you fly through exciting treetop ziplines, platforms, skybridges, trapeze swings and more. Young and Old – No Experience Necessary. Park Free at our Check-in Center at 322 Historic Nature Trail (traffic light #8), one block from the Convention Center. You’ll be trained and harnessed by our expert guides, then board the army truck or zipline bus to our Zipline Treetop Aerial Adventure. You’ll be up in the trees with the birds, overlooking deer, squirrels, bears and wildlife galore. 1-800-771-RAFT Hwy. 321 North at Winery Square 453 Brookside Village Way Stop in for a detailed map to the river “put-in” Reservations Recommended www.smokymountainrafting.com MAP LOCATION – #4 30 atch family and friends zip live on the Ziplines’ web webcam at zipgatlinburg.com www.attractions-gatlinburg.com After your hour and a half adventure, you’ll be back to the Check-in Center viewing your pictures and videos of your exciting treetop canopy tour. Walk-ins are welcome but space is limited. Book online to assure your space or call for reservations today! MAP LOCATION – #21 (865) 430-9442 Toll free: 877-430-9442 322 Historic Nature Trail at traffic light #8 1 block from Convention Center Email: bookit@zipgatlinburg.com www.zipgatlinburg.com 9 am - 10 pm OVER 40 VEHICLES FROM YOUR FAVORITE SHOWS & MOVIES elow the Gatlinburg Space Needle you will enjoy Arcadia-Planet Fun, a bi-level, 25,000 square foot Fun Center with a variety of the latest amusements for the entire family. With over 145 video and ticket games, you will want to spend the day in this super-sized arcade – the area’s biggest redemption center. For hours of entertainment there's Extreme Lazer Tag, Jon Dee’s Hypnotized Comedy Show, Hurricane Simulator, Souvenir Gift Store, Old Tyme Photos, Flying Saucer Pizza Bistro, and much more. New for 2011 – Plan your birthday party or corporate event here in our party room. Save your tickets for bigger prizes. They never expire! TM (865) 436-5650 n the center of Gatlinburg, the Hollywood Star Cars Museum is home to 40 authentic vehicles featuring the best of Hollywood movie, TV and real life music superstar cars displayed in scenes you will always remember. A tour through Star Cars Museum is a trip through some of the most famous movies and TV shows of the last 50 years. Many of the cars are the creations of George Barris, who has created more famous Hollywood movie & TV cars than anyone. On display are some of his finest creations, such as The Ghostbusters Ecto-1, The Munsters Drag-u-la, The Beverly Hillbillies Jalopy and new for 2011, TV’s most popular car, the 1966 Batmobile. Our exhibits range from such blockbuster hit movies as Batman Returns, Gone in 60 Seconds, Charlie’s Angels, The Fast and the Furious and 2011’s first Blockbuster movie Fast Five. The collection is also home to presonal vehicles owned by entertainment icons Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys, Bob Hope and Dolly Parton. (865) 430-2200 914 Parkway Located next to the Convention Center near traffic light #8 . Open 7 days a week from 9 am – 10 pm. An average tour takes about an hour. www.starcarstn.com MAP LOCATION – #24 115 Historic Nature Trail at Traffic Light #8 across from the Convention Center www.gatlinburgarcade.com MAP LOCATION – #20 33 he Gatlinburg Sky Lift is the best way to view Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains. On a clear day, you see almost forever. The Sky Lift gently glides over the Little Pigeon River and then climbs to the overlook at an elevation of 1,800 feet. The vantage point is unparalleled. It’s Gatlinburg’s #1 scenic over-look. Enjoy our Gift Shop, Picnic Area, and Snack Shop on the top. We will take your picture as you ride up with the Smoky Mountains in the background and you can purchase it at the Gift Shop. The Best Seat in Gatlinburg! The Gatlinburg Sky Lift has been a tradition for over half a century. Millions of visitors have boarded the Sky Lift at the convenient downtown station for views of the mountains’ seasonal splendor. Daytime brings into focus all the sights and colors. Evening presents a city of glittering lights and silhouetted peaks. Bring your camera or camcorder. It’s a ride you’ll long remember; a view you’ll never forget. MAP LOCATION – #16 34 (865) 436-4307 On the Parkway at Maple Lane (between traffic lights #6 and #8) Fax: (865) 436-4397 Email: info@gatlinburgskylift.com www.gatlinburgskylift.com April - May: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. June - August: 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. September - October: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. www.attractions-gatlinburg.com ome experience Great Food and Merriment! Experience a uniquely original concept in food and entertainment at Fannie Farkle’s Family Fun Parlor! It’s THE fun place to visit in Gatlinburg. Famous since 1981, their homemade Ogle Dogs are the ultimate footlong corn dog. Watch them made while you wait for yours! They also serve Hawaiian Shaved Ice and their Famous Sausage Subs. Your taste buds will water every time you pass by! The Amusement Center is full of games for the whole family – old favorites like Skee Ball and Wheel Deal plus the latest high-tech, non-violent Video and Driving Games for all ages. Select your prizes at the Redemption Counter which has the most varied assortment you’ve ever seen. Not enough points yet? Don’t Worry. Your points NEVER expire at Fannie Farkle’s Family Fun Parlor! Come for the Food! Stay for the Fun! (865) 436-4057 656 Parkway (Located between traffic lights #6 & #8) Open 365 days a year 8 am until late in the evening www.fanniefarkles.net MAP LOCATION – #11 f it's hi-tech family amusements you're seeking, Ripley's Super Fun Zone has it right in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. You'll find a wide selection of prize games and some of the hottest video games in the area. Plus, relive your childhood in the Candy Factory, a colorful and spectacular candy store with a wide variety of treats for everyone’s sweet tooth. Ripley’s Super Fun Zone is quality, family-oriented entertainment you have come to expect at Ripley’s. OPEN 365 DAYS xperience the Amazing Aquatic World Up-Close at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies! Marvel at 12-foot sharks, the giant sea turtle, thousands of exotic sea creatures and playful penguins swimming as you enjoy the State-of-the-Art Clear Underwater Tunnels throughout! An Ultimate Underwater Experience without being wet! Explore the lush and unique worlds of the Tropical Rainforest and Ocean Realm, Nature’s Kaleidoscope in Coral Reef, the Best Shark Exhibit in the Most Spectacular Underwater Tunnel in Shark Lagoon, have fun in a kid’s paradise in the Discovery Center, see the deadly but beautiful in Gallery of the Seas. Enjoy entertaining dive and feeding shows in Coral Reef, Stingray Bay and Penguin Playhouse. Pet horseshoe crabs and stingrays in the Discovery Center and Touch-ARay Bay. Enjoy playful penguins swimming, pop up on the penguins’ private beach and get nose-to-beak in Penguin Playhouse. Fun-Filled family experience and MUCH MORE! © Ripley Entertainment Inc. (865) 436-5096 On the Parkway (Just before Light #8) next to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum © Ripley Entertainment Inc. www.ripleysgatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com (888) 240-1358 MAP LOCATION – #18 at Traffic Light #5. www.ripleysaquariumofthesmokies.com On the Parkway email: aquariumofthesmokies@ripleys.com 36 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com MAP LOCATION – #6 If You Dare! n 1999, Ripley’s acquired property once known as the Grimsby & Streaper Casket Company. Although advised by locals that unnatural things went on inside, Ripley’s began conducting tours of the former casket factory until decisions were made on how to better utilize this valuable location. Now is your chance to visit the factory closed permanently in 1926 due to the strange disappearance of both company owners. Please be advised that you are entering at your own risk and that Ripley’s assumes no responsibility for your return! he Marvelous Mirror Maze is not your granddaddy’s house of mirrors. A totally new concept in amusement design, it provides a different experience every time you enter. With sound and lighting effects to enhance the experience, the maze features 2,000 square feet of mirrored paths, surprising corners, dead ends and continuous circles. Take your time as you explore the endless hallways and hundreds of mirrors as you journey through the adventure. It's great family fun for children, teens and adults alike. Relive your childhood in The Candy Factory, a spectacular and colorful candy store with a splendiferous variety of candies of all kind – from old time favorites to new classics, all set in a fantasy candy factory atmosphere. With so many choices, it’s never the same experience twice. © Ripley Entertainment Inc. © Ripley Entertainment Inc. (865) 430-9991 On the Parkway (Light #8) www.ripleysgatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com (865) 430-1834 On the Parkway (Light #6) next to Guinness World Records www.ripleys-gatlinburg.com Email: gatlinburg@ripleys.com Open Year Round. Open year round. MAP LOCATION – #23 MAP LOCATION – #7 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 39 he Guinness World of Records Museum features hundreds of astounding exhibits from the famous Guinness Book of World Records and the Guinness Prime-time TV Show. There’s an incredible line-up of feats, facts and records in an amazing display of unparalleled fun. Dramatic recreations come to life at the all new and expanded edition of Guinness World of Records. Go deep into a cave to see natural wonders, board the Ark with Noah and the animals, come to the circus to meet unusual people. Witness breathtaking wonders of nature. See authentic memorabilia from celebrity recordholders like the famous Elvis “Hound Dog” boat. Compare your height to the tallest man or weigh yourself against the world's fattest man. See the most expensive car. All are designed to amaze, astound, delight and enlighten. Everything you see has really happened. ber Gatlinburg is your destination for fun in the Smokies. From Downtown Gatlinburg, the 120 passenger Aerial Tramway transports you to the mountain resort where you’ll find a full day’s excitement with indoor ice skating, 3 water raft rides, kiddie rides, Carousel, Wildlife Encounter with bears, otters and other native animals. And, of course, there’s the best snow skiing around. Unsurpassed vistas surround you on all sides as the tram takes you high atop Mt. Harrison to an elevation of 2700 feet. The 120 passenger tram departs every 20 minutes reaching a top speed of 23 mph traveling a distance of 2.1 miles. The trip from the downtown station to the mountain top takes about 10 minutes. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss. (865) 436-9100 On the Parkway at Baskins Square Mall in the Center of Gatlinburg's Shopping District Open daily, 9 am - 11 pm www.ripleys.com MAP LOCATION – #8 40 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com (865) 436-5423 1001 Parkway near Traffic light #9 www.obergatlinburg.com MAP LOCATION – #27 41 fter a strenuous day in the Smokies or on the streets of Gatlinburg, head for the hills for a relaxing time at Hillbilly Golf. It’s the world’s most unusual miniature golf course. Ride the Incline 300 feet straight up to the mountain top above the city. Two challenging 18-hole courses await you. Both are riddled with mountaineer hazards — from outhouses to stills, rocky walls and lush native plants. It’s great fun and excitement for the whole family. A truly unique adventure you aren’t likely to forget. (865) 436-7470 On the Parkway There’s always something new at Ober Gatlinburg. exhilaration of tubing down a snow covered lane in the 400 foot long Tubing Park. Take the Aerial Tram from Downtown Gatlinburg to a mountain of fun! ber Gatlinburg is a year-round amusement park and ski resort with something exciting for everyone. Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you ride down the 1800 foot twin track Alpine Slide or relax as the Chairlift takes you to awe-inspiring views and spectacular photo opportunities of the Smoky Mountains. Ice skate in any season at the massive climate-controlled indoor arena. Other activities include: Outdoor Maze, Water Raft Rides, Carousel, Kiddie Land, Restaurant / Lounge and much more! The Wildlife Encounter includes river otters, birds of prey, a Nocturnal House with native wildlife, and the Black Bear Habitat, which offers a close-up view of one of the Smokies' most revered animals! In the winter, ski and snowboard on nine fabulous trails designed for beginners to experts or experience the (865) 436-5423 near Traffic Light #2 www.obergatlinburg.com Group Rates and Parking are available. Tram station on the Parkway near Traffic Light #9 Ober Gatlinburg reached by Aerial Tram or via Ski Mountain Road at Traffic Light #10 MAP LOCATION – #2 MAP LOCATION – #28 42 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 43 on’t miss a trip through the Amazing Mirror Maze, the hottest attraction on the Parkway! You won’t believe your eyes when you experience the exhilarating state-of-the-art light and sound show. It’s fun for all ages and you’ll want to do it again and again! (865) 436-4415 919 Parkway (Light #8) Open year round. MAP LOCATION – #26 As challenging as it is beautiful, Gatlinburg's Golf Course features one of the most dramatic golf holes in America known as "Sky Hi." With a vertical drop of 200 feet from tee to green, golfers say the 12th Hole and the scenic beauty of the course is the reason they keep coming back year after year! The 18-hole professional course is located 6 miles from downtown Gatlinburg on Dollywood Lane in Pigeon Forge. Call (865) 453-3912 for tee times or book online at www.golf.gatlinburg-tn.com. 44 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com The Gatlinburg Welcome Center, located on Highway 441 just north of town, is also home to a unique store that features only products that are Made in Gatlinburg. Represented by over sixty businesses, you can select that perfect Gatlinburg souvenir to take home, or use the store as an introduction to the shops that you’ll want to learn more about! Open daily except Christmas day. fter you get settled into your home-away-from-home in the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville area, check out cable channel 69 and find out what to do next! From shopping and dining options to attractions and special events, Gatlinburg’s exclusive Visitor Information Channel is fast-paced and full of information 24/7. www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 45 Visit the historic Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, which has been designated a historic pathway on the Tennessee Arts & Crafts Trail by the governor of Tennessee. It is the largest group of independent artisans in North America. Since its inception in 1937, the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community has grown to encompass more than 120 studios, galleries and shops, as well as restaurants, cafes and a tearoom, in its eight-mile loop, located three miles east of downtown Gatlinburg along East Parkway (Hwy 321 North). Visit their website: www.gatlinburgcrafts.com ust the thing to put you in the winter spirit. Winterfest! – the magical celebration of lights and special events kicks-off the Winter season from mid-November through February. Gatlinburg Winter Magic™ is the magical highlight of the entire Winterfest season. The city transforms into a Winter Wonderland of 3 million LED animated twinkling lights as far as the eye can see. And, on December 2nd, it’s the 36th Annual Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade, where hundreds of thousands of lights roll down the Parkway in the South’s only night-time Christmas parade. 46 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com reasure Quest Golf is a championship 18-hole indoor miniature golf course filled with unusual and spectacular scenes. It’s exciting, challenging and fun for all ages. An ancient jungle temple is the backdrop to this adventurepacked game of skill. You may enjoy it all year round, rain or shine, in the center of downtown Gatlinburg. Take proper aim, for you know not what may lie ahead in your Treasure Quest Golfing Adventure. 653 Parkway (865) 436-3972 In the center of town next to Earthquake, The Ride. MAP LOCATION – #9 www.attractions-gatlinburg.com 47
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