Our 3 Favorite Things To Do In Gatlinburg On Thanksgiving

It’s hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Are you trying to find something fun to do with your family this holiday that is a little bit different from the norm? A getaway in one of our Mountain Cabins is just what you need to enjoy something out of the usual and that will surely be a memorable getaway for your family.

Not only that. Besides getting away in one of our amazing cabins, there are great holiday events to take part in throughout Gatlinburg this Thanksgiving. With that in mind, today we thought we would share with you our three favorites.

Festival Of The Trees

Want to jumpstart Christmas and get right into the spirit? The Gatlinburg Convention Center is hosting a tree festival that is sure to get you in that Christmas Frame of mind. Even more, the purpose of the event is to raise money for the local Boys and Girls Club, so you get the added bonus of doing something good for children in the process of enjoying the beautifully decorated trees.

Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show

If you like arts and crafts, you’re going to love the Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show. Located just a few short miles from downtown, the event is held in the Gatlinburg Convention Center and it features arts and crafts from Gatlinburg’s local famous artisans. You’ll enjoy seeing handcrafted items such as pottery, jewelry, paintings, quilts, candles, brooms, baskets, dulcimers, and much more. There are over 100 artists, so there will be something there for everyone.

Black Friday Shopping

While everywhere in the world will be experiencing Black Friday mania the day after thanksgiving, Gatlinburg is known for some of the best unique Christmas gift ideas that you cannot find anywhere else. Find great deals on a huge array of things, like winter coats, boots, camping gear, recipe books, high-end cookware, pottery, handcrafted jewelry and much more on this special day of savings in Gatlinburg.

Something For Everyone On Thanksgiving

These just happen to be our three favorite things to do in Gatlinburg over Thanksgiving, but the truth is these are only a few of the many activities made available in this marvelous Tennessee city during Thanksgiving. We guarantee a getaway to Gatlinburg will be a Thanksgiving that you will never forget!