Gatlinburg TN 2009 Calendar of Events

Gatlinburg TN 2009 Calendar of Events - Come Enjoy the Smokies in 2009 !

Jan 24, 31
Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm Trolley Ride of Lights - Enjoy a guided trolley tour of spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm 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.

Jan 5 - February 27
Night Magic Skiing - Purchase a $15 Lift Ticket Monday through Friday (non-holidays) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Ober Gatlinburg (865) 436-5423.

February 1-27 2009
Night Magic Skiing - Monday through Friday (non-holidays) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Ober Gatlinburg (865) 436-5423.

February 1-28
Gatlinburg Winter Magic tm - The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with over three million spectacular lights. Special lighting displays for "Smoky Mountain Romance" in February.

Feb 2-3 Tennessee Winter Special Olympics - Winter sports competitions including ice skating, snowboarding and snow skiing. Ober Gatlinburg (800) 251-9202.

Feb 6 Southern Exposure 2009 at Ober Gatlinburg - Skiing and snowboarding competitions include slalom races (giant and parallel), jumping, and awards ceremony. Event also includes the unique Cardboard Sled Classic Race featuring homemade sleds constructed of cardboard, paper, tape and adhesive. (800) 251-9202.

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Rock Gatlinburg - Aspiring high school and middle school band performers and individual musicians get the opportunity to meet and receive guidance from professional musicians during this event hosted by the Gatlinburg Recreation Department at the Community Center. Participants can learn about computer recording, explore professional work opportunities and walk away with a CD recording. For information, contact Laurence Evans or Dave Anderson (865) 436-4990.

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Pirate's Ball - Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic, Inc. presents its fourth annual Pirate's Ball fundraiser sponsored by Ripleys Aquarium of the Smokies. Guests can enjoy a "tropical climate" and live music, dancing, food and drink, with a special party for the kids. For more information, call Elaine Miller at 865-774-7684.

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Anna Porter Public Library Murder Mystery - Locally produced and cast theatrical performance is a library fundraiser. (865) 436-5588.

March 11 - June 7 2009
Smoky Mountain Springfest - A countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.

March 16-18 Celebrate Santa - Santa Claus is coming to Gatlinburg! Join hundreds of Santa Clause and Mrs. Clause as they gather at the Convention Center for their convention, trade show and gala. Imagine a town filled with Santas, Mrs. Clauses, Reindeer Owners and Breeders and even Elves. Real-bearded and designer-bearded Santas and even those who have never donned the red suit (but think they might like to) are welcome, regardless of experience, affiliation or interest. For more information or to register, visit http://www.celebratesanta.com/

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Music of the Mountains - In association with the City of Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains Association, Great Smoky Mountains National Park presents its fifth annual event highlighted. This year's begins at Sugarlands Visitors Center with free, limited-seating performances by a series of acts.

April 2009 till June 7th
Smoky Mountain Springfest - Join in a countywide celebration of the season, featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.

April 4 Mountain Man March - This second annual 26.2-mile march starts in Downtown Gatlinburg at 7 a.m. as a tribute to our men and women in uniform. The course includes highway and rural road stretches in addition to rugged terrain and mountain slopes. The event honors 1LT Frank Walkup, a University of Tennessee-Knoxville alumnus, who was killed in the line of duty in Iraq in 2007. Pre-registration is required, with Military Heavy, Military Light and Civilian entry categories. Visit http://www.mountainmanmarch.com/

April 8-11 2009 Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show - Unique handcrafted gifts are made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community and placed on display as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.

April 12 Easter Sunrise Service at Ober Gatlinburg - Early morning Easter Service at Ober Gatlinburg includes complimentary tram service to the top of the resort begins at 6:15 a.m. Service begins at 7 a.m. Breakfast buffet available. (800) 251-9202

TBA Gatlinburg Gateway Triathlon - The third annual triathlon at the Community Center starts at 8:15 a.m. and is open to anyone 15 years and older capable of swimming one-half mile, biking twenty kilometers, and running five kilometers consecutively. Awards will be given in multiple age categories (men's and women's division), plus a mixed team relay event, plus a mixed team relay event. Pre-register is required. (865) 436-4990

April 22-26 59th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage - Celebrate the 75th anniversary and enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 150 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants and wildlife in the great outdoors. For more information, call (865) 436-7318 ext. 222 or visit http://www.springwildflowerpilgrimage.org/.

April 23 Ribfest & Wings - Enjoy the area's best ribs and wings as well as free entertainment during this eighth annual event. One admission allows sampling until the ribs and wings run out on River Road and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza.

April 24-25 Gatlinburg's MountainFest: A Celebration of Our Heritage - Enjoy two fun-filled days of bluegrass and genuine mountain music along with crafters and demonstrations. Local crafters demonstrate their skills passed down from generation to generation. On Saturday, get a taste of some of the local talent with the Mountain Strings Competition. Fiddles, banjos and guitar players are invited to compete for awards and cash prizes. Festival runs from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday in downtown Gatlinburg.

May 1st till June 7th 2009 Smoky Mountain Springfest - Join in a countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.

May 15 Gatlinburg Scottish Festival Grand Parade - All Scots are invited to march or ride in the parade as a kickoff to the 28th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games. Parade begins at 6 p.m. at traffic light #10, downtown Gatlinburg. For more information visit http://www.gsfg.org/.

May 16-17 Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games - 28th Annual Scottish clans meeting at Mills Park featuring Highland athletics, bagpipe competitions, Highland dancing, border collie demonstrations, haggis hurling, entertainment and whiskey tasting, along with food & merchandise vendors. For information visit http://www.gsfg.org/

Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival - A family oriented fine arts festival at Ripley's Plaza and River Road featuring juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music. Proceeds benefit Arrowmont School of Art and the Sevier County Arts Council. (GSE) (888) 240-1358 or http://www.gfaf.net/

June 1-7, 2009 Smoky Mountain Springfest - Join in a countywide celebration of the season featuring special events, local craft shows and much more.

June 12-August 8, 2009
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm - All summer long visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this fourth annual event!

June 19-21 Living History Civil War Reenactment at Mills Park - Visitors can witness artillery and cavalry demonstrations as Civil War period performers gather in authentic encampment. Historical portrayals, a cannon drill and music along with the recreation of the "Battle of Burg Hill" are among the festivities at this second annual event. (800) 568-4748.

July 1st till August 8, 2009 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm - 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 fourth annual event!

July 3- 4th 2009 July Midnight Parade - Saluting our valiant military services, this 34th annual showcase is the "First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!" Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin July 4th. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country.

July 4 River Raft Regatta - Visitors can enjoy a fun, unmanned, floatable object race for the whole family. Free registration begins at 10 a.m. at Christus Gardens bridge. Race begins at noon and ends at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies bridge where prizes will be awarded in several different categories.

4th of July Fireworks Show - Join the celebration in downtown Gatlinburg to mark our nation's "Independence Day" with a magnificent fireworks show. The City of Gatlinburg lights up the mountain skyline downtown at 10:00 p.m. with this grand display.

July 17-26 Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair at Gatlinburg Convention Center - Art, crafts and music lovers can find over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skills, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

August 1-8, 2009 Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales tm - Through early August, visitors can meet characters, hear mountain music and learn about life in the Smokies on the streets of Gatlinburg. Storytellers, musicians and cloggers perform at different locations along the Parkway every evening during this fourth annual event!

October 8-25, 2009 Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - Art, crafts and music lovers will find over 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work. Artisans and craftspeople are on hand to demonstrate their skill, answer questions and offer their unique art for sale. Live Country & Bluegrass entertainment. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, Sunday until 5 p.m. at Gatlinburg Convent

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