Flowers, Blooms, Tunes and More!
Some awesome events coming up as Spring begins to blend into Summer here in the Smokies. Take a look:
* Blooms and Tunes *
Now to May 23rd
From Gatlinburg.com:
“Anakeesta is in full bloom during the “Blooms and Tunes” spring event. Beginning April 2, Anakeesta will feature grand and colorful nature-themed art installations throughout the park including a 20’ long-blooming daisy, live music Thursday through Sunday and a spring-themed food and beverage menu at their four dining venues. Twinkling light displays and firepits warm up the cool spring nights. The event runs through May 23.”
See more information at
https://www.gatlinburg.com/articles/post/blooms-and-tunes/.
* Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage *
Now to May 16th
From Gatlinburg.com:
“As winter fades and the colors of spring begin to sparkle throughout the Smokies, Gatlinburg blossoms into the center of all things botanical during the Great Smoky Mountain Association’s Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage.
From May 8-16, everyone from the serious botanist to the weekend gardener can experience unprecedented access to some of the nation’s leading botanical experts as well as Appalachian wildlife authorities.”
See more information at
http://www.wildflowerpilgrimage.org/.
* MayFest *
May 21st to May 31st
From Gatlinburg.com:
“Ober Gatlinburg will host our 3rd MayFest, beginning Friday, May 21 running through Sunday, May 31, 2021. MayFest is a traditional German celebration of the arrival of spring with displays of history, culture and the traditional Maypole dance.
Visitors to Ober Gatlinburg will enjoy the Biergarten and demonstrations by artists from the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. This year we are adding several competitions – stay tuned for more details coming soon.
For a challenge, participate in Ober’s grueling Uphill 5k on May 22, benefitting the Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains.”
See this event at
https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/mayfest/127/.
* Dollywood’s Summer Celebration *
June 25th to July 31st
From mypigeonforge.com:
“Dollywood’s Summer Celebration is just that—a time to celebrate making memories with family at a place everyone enjoys! This summertime event gives families a unique chance to ride Dollywood’s world-class roller coasters, including Lightning Rod and Wild Eagle all day and well into the night!
Dollywood’s great shows, like Dreamland Drive-In and Live at the Back Porch, make dancing in the aisles acceptable and bring out the kid in everyone. Dollywood’s Summer Celebration is a great reminder that some of the best family memories are made after the sun goes down.”
See this event at
https://www.mypigeonforge.com/event/dollywood-summer.
