Tennessee Smokies Articles
Stay in the know on all the Tennessee Smokies area attractions, things to do, rainy day activities, food, shopping plus much more!

Spring Wildflowers in the Smoky Mountains
The area is home to beautiful wildflowers, including over 1,600 species of flowering plants.


Anakeesta Making More Magic Expansion
As of January 2026, the park is currently undergoing a massive $100 million “Making More Magic” expansion.

Dollywood’s Splash Country H2O TimeSaver
Beat the long lines when you visit Dollywood’s Splash Country by purchasing a TimeSaver H2O Pass.


Great Smoky Mountains Fiber Fair
April 24-25, 2026: An event dedicated to the ancient arts of spinning, weaving, and textile creation.



Dollywood Harvest Festival 2026
Sept. 14-Oct. 31, 2026: Dollywood’s Harvest Festival is an opportunity for endless fall fun.

Top January 2026 Events in the Tennessee Smokies
Mark Your Calendar for these January Events in the Tennessee Smokies

Car Show Capital of the South
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is widely considered the “Car Show Capital of the South,” and 2026 is shaping up to be one of its most jam-packed seasons yet.

Black Bears in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The American black bear is an iconic symbol of Great

Things to Do this Winter in Gatlinburg
Here are some activities and events happening this winter in Gatlinburg.

Things to Do this Winter in Sevierville
Here are some activities and events happening this winter in Sevierville.

Plan a Romantic Winter Getaway to the Smokies
Escape the ordinary and plan a romantic getaway to the

Things to Do this Fall in Sevierville
Here are some activities and events happening this fall in Sevierville.


Spending Winter in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains
Imagine beautiful, snowcapped mountains, peaceful small towns and exploring eastern