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Mar
2022
The Best Gatlinburg Coffee Shops and Cafes Part of a great vacation includes indulging in local flavor and experiences, but getting a great cup of coffee is a must. Here is our list of 6 locally owned and family operated coffee shops in Gatlinburg that you’ll want to explore. Each shop offers their own specialty

Sep
2021
Fall Things to Do October is the month for leaf peepers and we’ve got some of the best fall festivals to go along with the brilliant and beautiful colors of autumn. Book your stay so you don’t miss out on all the ways to enjoy fall in the Smoky Mountains. In addition to auto tours

Sep
2020
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center Updated 9/2023: Head to Townsend TN for the Annual Tuckaleechee Pottery Festival, featuring some of the nation’s finest potters. You’ll find unique pottery featuring different styles and forms – from intricate ceramics and hand-thrown creations – that are both beautiful and functional! Date: Saturday, October 28 Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mar
2020
British Pub in the Crafts Community There’s 8 miles of winding roads bordered on both sides with the art and artists of the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. With all those shops to explore and treasures to buy, you’ll be needing a meal to get you through so that you can arrive early and

Feb
2020
Where to Buy Souvenirs in Gatlinburg For generations, the mountain community surrounding the Gatlinburg area has been known for its skilled artisans and craftsmen. Visitors can find excellent representations of arts and crafts of all kinds throughout the region, especially in the Great Smoky Arts & Craft Community, part of the Tennessee Heritage Arts &

Jan
2020
Gatlinburg Leatherworks Updated 2022: Autumn Ridge Vacation Rentals is fortunate to have all their log cabin on a ‘locals route’ which puts you just a short 4-mile drive with little traffic to the heart of the Smoky Mountains crafts community. There you’ll be surrounded by talent and skill as seen in several leather shops on

Sep
2019
Three Big Craft Shows The Smoky Mountains is one of the prettiest places to be if you want to see fall leaves, and it’s also the place to enjoy talented artists from across the country as they showcase their talents in three big fall crafts shows. September 27-October 26 Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Craft Fair