For the past 35 years Gatlinburg Tennessee has held a Midnight Independence Day Parade. It is one of the most anticipated events for Gatlinburg locals and attracts nearly 100,000 visitors every year. The streets of Gatlinburg are closed late on July 3rd and at the stroke of midnight on July 4th the parade will start winding it’s way through downtown Gatlinburg. This parade is extensive with over 100 different floats, groups, balloons, etc. and stretches over one mile in length. There will be many different decorative floats entered into the parade by the different local shops, visitors, and military personnel.

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On July 4, 2010 be sure to get your spot in downtown Gatlinburg for the Stand Here Fireworks Finale. There are thousands of people that make their way to downtown for this event. It was voted as one of the top 20 events by the Southeast Tourism Society. The fireworks will start shortly after 10 pm and last about 20 minutes. No seat is a bad seat, you might even be able to see fireworks from your Gatlinburg cabin (if it has a view of downtown, of course). Since this event is so popular you'll need to get to town

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Blogger Challenge - Winner Takes Home $300 & 2nd Place Receives $200 Good afternoon friends! We would like to announce our latest contest giveaway. Cabins For You is hosting a Blogger Challenge. The contest is simple. Participants are being asked to post an article on their personal blog based on the topic “Top 10 tips for Traveling.” Next, they should submit the URL of the blog posting to our contest coordinator at [email protected]. Your email is the only way to officially enter the contest. The first place prize is $300 and second place prize $200. We will also be recognizing

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Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales is one of the most exciting annual events in Gatlinburg Tennessee. This marks the fifth year for the Tunes and Tales and it begins on June 11 and will run through August 7. If you’ve been to Gatlinburg during this event you know it’s great fun, but in case you haven’t been or need a refresher continue reading. Imagine walking through the streets of downtown Gatlinburg TN and spotting an oddly dressed person or group of people. They’re dancing around, singing or telling stories. You’re going to be curious as to what is going on,

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Are you vacationing in the Smoky Mountains? This year is the perfect time to experience some new things during your summer vacation. Gatlinburg Tennessee always has something fun, new, and exciting for you to enjoy and 2010 is no different. I am sure you remember the first time you experienced the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains or the time you went to the Grand Canyon. Why not tell a story and relive the wonderful experience for other people? Did you take a trip to Yellowstone National Park? Or maybe you have been to Cades Cove and experience wildlife up

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Summer is a great time to visit the Smokies so, if you are in need of a vacation then start planning to come to Gatlinburg, Tennessee in early June. There are so many activities going on. June kicks off with some very fun things to do and this year something new is coming to town. This year Gatlinburg is proud to announce that the 2010 Old Reel Collectors Associations (ORCA) National Conference is coming to town during June 3 through June 5, 2010. You are probably asking what the Old Reel Collectors Association, Inc. is. It is a large group

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Celebrate Southern Gospel Music with Bill and Gloria Gaither along with many of their performing friends. On May 28-30 get the family together to go listen to a night filled with harmonious voices and evening worship in Gatlinburg TN near the Smoky Mountains. There will be many singers and speakers for you to enjoy. There will be 3 different services held to celebrate Southern Gospel in Gatlinburg TN and the Smoky Mountains. Family Fest runs for 3 days. Friday kicks off the festival at 7:00 pm with a special concert. Saturday's session begins at 10:00 am with speaker Ravi Zacharias

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It’s time for the Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival again. This will mark the 6th annual festival and it will be held on May 15 - 16, 2010. This two day event attracts many artists but only few are chosen. Take advantage of the festival for fine art displays, great music and delicious food. This family friendly event is going to be huge! A portion of the proceeds from the Festival will go to Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, the Sevier County Arts Council and the Gatlinburg Boys & Girls Club art program. The Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival will being

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Gather the clan, load the Collies and put on your kilt. This year’s Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games will be held on May 15 and 16 but not before they have their annual parade down the Parkway in downtown on May 14 starting at 6pm. If you are a Scot then this is a great way to celebrate your heritage and meet others to create memories. Not Scottish? Doesn’t matter, come watch the games take place! Starting at 8:30 am on Saturday and Sunday be at Mills Park. The games will start then. You’ll get to watch (maybe even take

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