It is time for parties at Gatlinburg, TN, the Smoky Mountain resort town, as the locals rejoice in their Appalachian heritage. Several special events are organized for this celebration and these include street shows centering on life in the Smokies. As part of these events, Gatlinburg is now hosting its 6th annual Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales.
The Event
The Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales is going to be held until mid August in this beautiful town. This event will be spread out over eight weeks during this period. Costumed entertainers, musicians along with story tellers will all take part in big celebration. In accordance with a news report on Knox News, you can also find artisans portraying the lifestyle of the people who lived here back in the 1800s.
Schedule
The event will be held along the Parkway. Local people and vacationers can enjoy the activities from 6 pm to 11 pm each night over the eight week long Tunes and Tales festival. If you are in Gatlinburg at this time, you might get to see as many as 14 acts in a single evening. All of these performances will be presented free of cost to the public. Sources in the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism, which is organizing the event, explain that a rotating cast of twenty acts will be provided throughout this event. This cast consists of crafter's together with musicians and storytellers. Should you have a keen ear for music, Gatlinburg is a fantastic area to be throughout the Appalachian heritage festival. Soulful traditional mountain music will ease away cares while you take a stroll through the tranquil greenery of the little town. If bluegrass is your obsession, you will undoubtedly enjoy the night bands performing traditional bluegrass standards.
Vacationing with a Difference
According to Tourism Director David Perella, the festivals are aimed at promoting Gatlinburg as a holiday destination with a difference. The tourism department hopes to do this by featuring the specialties of this town and by bringing the spotlight on the uniqueness of Gatlinburg. Considering that Gatlinburg is close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, it is in the perfect location to lure vacationers going to the mountains here. In fact, Gatlinburg is already quite the popular vacation destination for many tourists since it is a green destination right in nature's lap, a refreshing change for anyone living in polluted metros.
Eco Friendly Rooms at Gatlinburg
If you are invested in Going Green then you are sure to enjoy the rooms at Mountain Loft, a bluegreen corporation resort. This vacation resort company takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously indeed and eco-friendly initiatives are integrated in each of its resorts. You will recognize that the Mountain Loft is a green paradise that gives you an unmatched vacation experience with its friendly service and cozy rooms. Book your rooms here and you are sure to leave Gatlinburg truly refreshed in mind and body.
The Event
The Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales is going to be held until mid August in this beautiful town. This event will be spread out over eight weeks during this period. Costumed entertainers, musicians along with story tellers will all take part in big celebration. In accordance with a news report on Knox News, you can also find artisans portraying the lifestyle of the people who lived here back in the 1800s.
Schedule
The event will be held along the Parkway. Local people and vacationers can enjoy the activities from 6 pm to 11 pm each night over the eight week long Tunes and Tales festival. If you are in Gatlinburg at this time, you might get to see as many as 14 acts in a single evening. All of these performances will be presented free of cost to the public. Sources in the Gatlinburg Department of Tourism, which is organizing the event, explain that a rotating cast of twenty acts will be provided throughout this event. This cast consists of crafter's together with musicians and storytellers. Should you have a keen ear for music, Gatlinburg is a fantastic area to be throughout the Appalachian heritage festival. Soulful traditional mountain music will ease away cares while you take a stroll through the tranquil greenery of the little town. If bluegrass is your obsession, you will undoubtedly enjoy the night bands performing traditional bluegrass standards.
Vacationing with a Difference
According to Tourism Director David Perella, the festivals are aimed at promoting Gatlinburg as a holiday destination with a difference. The tourism department hopes to do this by featuring the specialties of this town and by bringing the spotlight on the uniqueness of Gatlinburg. Considering that Gatlinburg is close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, it is in the perfect location to lure vacationers going to the mountains here. In fact, Gatlinburg is already quite the popular vacation destination for many tourists since it is a green destination right in nature's lap, a refreshing change for anyone living in polluted metros.
Eco Friendly Rooms at Gatlinburg
If you are invested in Going Green then you are sure to enjoy the rooms at Mountain Loft, a bluegreen corporation resort. This vacation resort company takes its environmental responsibilities very seriously indeed and eco-friendly initiatives are integrated in each of its resorts. You will recognize that the Mountain Loft is a green paradise that gives you an unmatched vacation experience with its friendly service and cozy rooms. Book your rooms here and you are sure to leave Gatlinburg truly refreshed in mind and body.
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