It’s hard to believe school is starting soon and summer is almost over! While the first day of autumn is technically September 22, Labor Day weekend (September 1–3, 2018) usually marks the unofficial change from our laid-back summer schedules to the hectic school-year pace. So why not book one last trip to the Great Smoky Mountains for Labor Day? Use this refreshing, reenergizing, and restorative 3-day weekend to get ready for school events, sports calendars, and project due dates to come!
De-stress and unwind during your stay at one of our Smoky Mountain cabins with relaxing amenities like outdoor hot tubs, stunning mountain views, deck rocking chairs, and indoor jetted tubs. We also offer cabins with game tables, arcade units, home theaters, and private indoor pools, making your final family vacation for the 2018 summer extra fun — before your son goes back to football practice and your daughter starts rehearsal for the winter recital!
Let’s face it…the school year is just plain busy. And the Smoky Mountains (even if you’re only there for 3 days) provide a picturesque escape from all your worries and cares! So check in with our reservation specialists today, and book your Labor Day stay in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge this September.
Labor Day Weekend Events and Reminders
This year, Labor Day is scheduled for Monday, September 3, 2018. That extra day off means more time for exploring and enjoying the Smokies with your family. It also means exciting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg events planned in honor of the national holiday! Below is the most popular Labor Day event this year as well as a few friendly reminders. And be sure to check out the local scene and numerous attractions while you’re in town for the long weekend!
Kickin’ Chicken 5K Run & Fun Walk
Are you or anyone in your family a runner? If so, it’s not too late to register for the 6th Annual Kickin’ Chicken 5K! Scheduled for September 1, 2018, this event will begin at The Comedy Barn Theater at 8:00 a.m. and take you on a beautiful course that includes a portion of Pigeon Forge’s greenways.
All runners and walkers are welcome to join, and medals will be awarded to the top finishers in all age groups. There will even be a $100 cash prize for the 100th finisher — which is encouraging to those of us who know we won’t be crossing first! Your registration fee even includes the price of a race t-shirt as well as refreshments.
You’ll also be proud to know that by joining this race, you’re benefiting a child advocacy center known as Safe Harbor of the Smokies, which serves Cocke, Granger, Jefferson, and Sevier counties. Register today by visiting The Comedy Barn’s website. Even if you don’t want to run, you can still show up to support a great cause!
The Comedy Barn Theater
2775 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865.428.5222
Ober Gatlinburg Ski/Snowboard Season Passes
Okay, here you go — an important reminder that ends and begins around Labor Day weekend! On September 3, 2018, the early-bird special of up to $100 (depending on your age) OFF the regular season rates will end for your ski/snowboard season pass to Ober Gatlinburg. However, the deals aren’t over yet! Starting the day after on September 4, 2018, a new sale up to $50 OFF the regular ski/snowboard season pass rate will begin. The earlier you pay, the more you save!
For those of you who’ve never been to Ober Gatlinburg, it’s so much more than a ski and snowboard park! In fact, Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to check out some of its other attractions, including the Aerial Tramway, Scenic Chairlift, Alpine Slide, and Wildlife Encounter. And if you need a break from the humidity during your late-summer visit, check out their indoor ice-skating rink, which stays open all year long with the all-new ice bumper cars to boot!
Ober Gatlinburg
1001 Parkway Suite 2
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865.436.5423
Dollywood’s Splash Country — Last Chance!
Soak in the summer sun and chill in the cool water at Dollywood’s Splash Country, which closes for the season after Labor Day in 2018. Swirl down endless water slides, wade in the 25,000-square-foot wave pool, play at Little Creek Falls (a water playground for the kiddos), relax in the lazy river, and prepare to be drenched under the Bear Mountain Fire Tower! With the added bonus of country shops, summery snacks and treats, plus Dollywood next door, you and yours are sure to have a blast!
Dollywood Splash Country
2700 Dollywood Parks Boulevard
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
800.365.5996
Exciting Area Attractions
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- The Escape Game at The Island
- Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster
- Five Oaks Riding Stables
- The Village Shops
- Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
- Anakeesta
- and MORE!
End the summer with a Smoky Mountain bang this Labor Day — featuring local events, cool attractions, and splash-tastic memories! And don’t forget to book your Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg stay with Cabins for YOU, featuring over 300 properties ranging from 1-14 bedrooms with bonus amenities galore. From private indoor pools and home theaters to outdoor hot tubs and game-filled rec rooms, we have the perfect end-of-summer rental for YOU!