Events for entire Smoky Mountains - Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Cherokee, Dillsboro, Helen Georgia

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES - JULY 2008

Start Date	End Date	City/State	Event/Details
6/13/08	8/31/08	Gatlinburg, TN	TUNES AND TALES! All summer long hear tales, mountain music, and learn the lore of the Smoky Mountains on the sidewalks of downtown Gatlinburg. Fourteen acts nightly. 6 - 11 pm For More Information Contact the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce 800-588-1817
6/13/08	8/3/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	KIDS-FEST AT DOLLYWOOD www.dollywood.com 1-800-DOLLYWOOD
6/30/08	7/3/08	Kodak, TN	TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL Smokies vs. Huntsville www.smokiesbaseball.com I-40 at Exit 407 865-286-2300
July	July	Pigeon Forge, TN	STEVE WARREN - LIVE Hear "THE VOICE" of Steve Warren live at the GREAT AMERICAN STEAK & BUFFET CO. Tuesday thru Saturday 6PM - 9PM Traffic Light #1 on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge, TN www.stevewarrenthevoice.com
7/1/08	7/31/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	“THE SINGING SANTA” Photos available Christmas Place - 865-453-0415
7/3/08	7/4/08	Gatlinburg, TN	GATLINBURG'S 33rd ANNUAL 4th of JULY MIDNIGHT PARADE Downtown Gatlinburg. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands, & giant helium balloons. Parade begins at 12:01 am on the 4th of July (which is ONE minute after midnight on July 3rd). Attendance: 80,000 to 100,000 live spectators. Call the Gatlinburg Department of Special Events if you would like to participate. 865-436-0500
7/4/08	7/4/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	UNCLE SAM VISITS Photos available Christmas Place 1-800-445-3396
7/4/08	7/4/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	18th ANNUAL PATRIOT FESTIVAL Patriot Park 865-429-7350
7/4/08	7/4/08	Hiawassee, GA	INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION - 4th of JULY 9:45 P.M. Gather your friends and family this summer and celebrate Independence Day at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds with a Fireworks Extravaganza!
7/4/08	7/4/08	Franklin, NC	ANNUAL 4th OF JULY FUNDAY & FIREWORKS Macon County Recreation Park US 441S - Contact 800-336-7829 Activities begin at 11:00am and conclude at dark with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina!
7/4/08	7/4/08	Bryson City, NC	BRYSON CITY FREEDOM FEST 9:00 am - 11:00 pm An old-fashioned mountain street festival at its best! A wide range of activities including a 5K footrace, pet show, kids area, “tater” cook-off, arts and crafts, and two stages of entertainment. The day culminates with the largest fireworks display in the Smokies at 10 pm. Come join us for an unforgettable 4th of July. Swain County Chamber of Commerce 1-800-867-9246
7/4/08	7/4/08	Helen, GA	ANNUAL FIREWORKS AT DUSK Located in Helen by the Cool River Tubing Company 706-878-2181
7/4/08	7/6/08	Helen, GA	JULY 4th MOUNTAIN STYLE Unicoi State Park and Lodge Helen, GA Come to the mountains for a watermelon eatin' and seed spittin' contest, sack races, relays and more. 800-573-9659 ext. 305
7/4/08	7/4/08	Helen, GA	4th OF JULY BBQ AND BAND Located at the Helen Festhalle 706-878-2181
7/4/08	7/4/08	Maggie Valley, NC	July 4 - RED, WHITE, & BOOM! Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Gather the crew, grab your blankets and chairs, and head to Maggie Valley for an afternoon of family fun. 4PM -?
7/4/08	7/4/08	Gatlinburg, TN	GATLINBURG'S RIVER RAFT REGATTA Gatlinburg’s popular River Raft Regatta takes place at noon on Friday, July 4th, on the Little Pigeon River in Downtown Gatlinburg. Admission: Free
7/4/08	7/4/08	Gatlinburg, TN	"STAND HERE" FIREWORKS FINALE Finish off the 4th in style with a magnificent fireworks show visible from the downtown streets of Gatlinburg! Admission: Free
7/4/08	7/6/08	Cherokeee, NC	ANNUAL JULY POWWOW A two day explosion of dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Traditional dance, storytelling, entertainment, games, arts and crafts and more are characteristic of this anticipated annual event. A spectacular show of evening fireworks is also featured on the 4th. Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds Exit 74 (US 441) - Hwy 74. 800-438-1601
7/5/08	7/5/08	Franklin, NC	11th ANNUAL SWEET CORN FESTIVAL Enjoy the best BBQ and the sweetest corn in the mountains while listening to the sounds of the Patton String Band and the Nikwasi Dulcimer Players. Also enjoy homemade pies topped with old-fashioned ice cream, fun and games for children and quality handmade crafts. The fun starts at 11 a.m. 216 Roller Mill Road in Franklin. Just follow the signs: Hwy 64W, first exit past K-Mart, or call 828-524-4910 for information.
7/8/08	7/12/08	Kodak, TN	TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL Smokies vs West Tennessee www.smokiesbaseball.com I-40 at Exit 407 - 865-286-2300
7/12/08	7/13/08	Maggie Valley, NC	MAGGIE VALLEY SUMMER ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL Maggie Valley Festival Grounds At least 100 talented artisans from throughout the Southeast present a varied collection of arts, crafts and unique merchandise. 9AM - 5PM
7/12/08	7/12/08	Helen, GA	MOUNTAIN HERB DAY 9 AM - 12 PM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge Mountain folks have always depended on native and introduced plants for medicine. A rich tradition of plant medicine still thrives. Celebrate this heritage and learn about plants that are used medicinally. Register in advance. $10 plus $3 parking 706-878-3087
7/16/08	7/27/08	Hiawassee, GA	2008 GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR Look forward to the 58th annual Georgia Mountain Fair, held at the historic Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds this summer! For more information call 706-896-4191 or visit www.gerogia-mountain-fair.com
7/17/08	7/19/08	Cherokee, NC	FESTIVAL OF NATIVE PEOPLES A gathering of tribes from throughout the Americas. This event showcases the sublime art of the Cherokees. Other events include traditional dance, torytelling, and entertainment. Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds Exit 74 (US 441) - Hwy 74 800-438-1601
7/17/08	7/20/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	BLACK & DECKER/COLEMAN SALE Belz Factory Outlet World 865-453-7316
7/18/08	7/19/08	Maggie Valley, NC	MINI TRUCK SHOW Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
7/18/08	7/27/08	Gatlinburg, TN	GATLINBURG CRAFTSMEN'S FAIR Art, crafts and music lovers can find almost 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. Gatlinburg Convention Center http://www.craftsmenfair.com Contact Info: 865-436-7479 Admission: Yes
7/18/08	7/19/08	Franklin, NC	5th ANNUAL FRANKLIN FOLK FESTIVAL A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 40 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more. Call Ben Utley at 828-349-9966
7/18/08	7/19/08	Franklin, NC	EARLY FARM DAYS ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR SHOW Macon County Fair Grounds - U.S. 441 South
7/19/08	7/19/08	Helen, GA	YOUTH FISHING DAYS 8:30 AM - 4 PM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge Children and their special "big person" can fish in one of two ponds stocked with catfish, bass and bream. Fish caught in the ponds can be kept, and staff are available to assist. Bring your own bait and rods. Use the Hwy. 75 entrance to the park. $3 parking. 706-878-3087
7/19/08	7/28/08	Franklin, NC	ANNUAL SINGING IN THE VALLEY Sponsored by the Cowee Volunteer Fire and Rescue Auxiliary. Held at the community center on Ruby Mine Rd. in Cowee from 6-10 pm. Hosted by the Gospel Mountaineers of Franklin, NC, guests include Kingdom Heirs from Augusta, GA, Dendy Family, Franklin, NC, and Blood Brought Quartet from Asheville. Concessions, featuring a BBQ dinner, will be sold at this otherwise free concert.
7/22/08	7/26/08	Kodak, TN	TENNESSEE SMOKIES BASEBALL Smokies vs Montgomery www.smokiesbaseball.com I-40 at Exit 407 - 865-286-2300
7/23/08	7/26/08	Franklin, NC	43rd ANNUAL MACON COUNTY GEMBOREE Macon County Community Building US 441S. Contact 800-336-7829 One of the largest and oldest gem & mineral shows in the southeast. Sponsored by the Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin and the Franklin Chamber of Commerce Hours 10am to 6pm
7/24/08	7/27/08	Franklin, NC	G & LW WHOLESALE GEM SHOW Watauga Festival Center U.S. Highway 441 North of Franklin. Wholesale gems & jewelry Open 10am to 6pm Daily 10am to 3pm Sunday Contact 601-879-8832 for more information
7/25/08	7/26/08	Pigeon Forge, TN	GEORGE JONES IN CONCERT Country Tonite Theatre 865-453-2003; 1-800-792-4308
7/25/08	7/26/08	Helen, GA	FOLK LIFE TRADITIONS Unicoi State Park and Lodge Helen, GA Watch demonstrations of everything from spinning to candle dipping, to butter churning. Concerts will feature traditional Appalachian and old-time mountain music. Festivities will include mountain skills displays, concerts, a clogging performance, and Appalachian-style community dancing. $3 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305
7/25/08	8/3/08	Dillsboro, NC	DAY OUT WITH THOMAS For nine fun-filled days, Thomas fans will meet Sir Topham Hat and ride the train. The event, anchored in the town of Dillsboro, Includes Live entertainment, petting zoo, story telling, video viewing, interactive play center and more. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 1-800-872-4681
7/26/08	7/26/08	Helen, GA	BASKET MAKING WITH NATIVE MATERIALS Smithgall Woods Conservation Area & Lodge Participants will make an 8-inch basket woven from grapevine, cattails, rattan and other materials. Since weaving will be done with natural, found objects, no two will be alike. Bring scissors, pruning shears, a small bucket or basin, and apron. 10 AM - 3 PM - Register in advance $20 plus $3 parking 706-878-3087