The summer months are a fabulous time to visit the Smokies as you’ll not only find long days of sunshine for outdoor activities, but all kinds of exciting seasonal events! This is your chance to celebrate this fabulous time of year with your family and friends, all while visiting some of your favorite attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Here are a few summer events in the Smoky Mountains that you won’t want to miss:
1. Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration at Dollywood
The Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration at Dollywood features summertime delights around every corner, including a colorful “Kite Sky” that wraps through the trees, vibrant flower displays, interactive water play areas and much more! Float over to the Gazillion Bubble Show, where millions of bubbles envelop an entire theater in a one-of-a-kind show that kids of all ages will love. This is also the perfect time to take a spin on some of the theme park’s thrilling roller coasters, such as the Lightning Rod, Thunderhead or Wild Eagle. Of course, no day at Dollywood is complete without mouthwater summer flavors and the festival offers a special tasting pass where you can sample a bit of everything. It all wraps up in the evening with a dazzling drone and fireworks show to light up the night sky!
2. United Tastes of America at Anakeesta
Another one of the summer events in the Smoky Mountains that you won’t want to miss is the United Tastes of America at Anakeesta! This fun event offers family-friendly entertainment, festive food, and all kinds of unforgettable mountaintop moments. Savor all-American favorites like a Classic Coney Dog or Sweet Georgia Peach Ice Cream, then stroll around to enjoy themed character meet-and-greets, interactive shows and live musical performances. The best way to experience the event is with the United Tastes of America Tasting Lanyard - choose between a 5 star or 7 star punch lanyard, then enjoy your pick of delicious food and drink items throughout the park! Each “star” gets you one item, so you can mix and match your favorites. While at Anakeesta, you can also enjoy attractions such as the Dueling Zipline Adventure, Anavista Tower, Treetop Skywalk, and a pair of breathtaking mountain coasters!
3. Star Spangled Summer at SkyLand Ranch
The Star Spangled Summer at SkyLand Ranch offers the ultimate backyard celebration, complete with daily live entertainment, summertime treats, miniature animal encounters and more! Enjoy your favorite seasonal foods with the Great American Cookout, including freshly grilled burgers, roasted corn on the cob and specialty milkshakes. You can also take a relaxing chairlift ride on the Horizon Skyride, go for a spin on the tallest rotating swing tower in Tennessee or race downhill on the Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster. You’ll notice that SkyLand Ranch is decked out in red, white and blue in every direction, so commemorate the spirit of summer and the land of the free with this special summertime festival!
Check out all of our cabins in the Smokies today to plan your vacation and don’t miss these exciting summer events in the Smoky Mountains. We look forward to seeing you soon!
