Four Great Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Pigeon Forge

It’s officially the season of hot apple cider, warm blankets, and pumpkin patches. It’s also the season for fall festivals, and the Smoky Mountain area is full of them!

Here are three festivals you can enjoy while on your Smoky Mountain vacation.

1. Dollywood Harvest Festival

If you love Dollywood and the fall season then you won’t want to miss this event! From early September to late October this annual celebration marks the best weather and some beautiful fall foliage in the Smokies. Stay late into the evening to see beautifully carved pumpkins, lit up and on display. During the day you’ll enjoy fall themed food, and colorful leaves all throughout the park.

2. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

In early to mid October the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair heads into full swing. Artisans from across the country gather to peddle their wares while musicians serenade the crowds. You’ll see everything from woodworking and pottery to handcrafted jewelry and leatherworkings. If you have an appreciation for handmade goods then this event is for you.

3. Wears Valley Fall Festival

The Wears Valley Fall Festival takes place in mid October and is a favorite event for locals. Come experience the hundreds of vendors, melodic live music, and incredible Southern cuisine. If you’re interested in a true rustic, Appalachian festival with plenty to do and see for the whole family, then this one is for you.

No matter the festival you choose you’ll need a place to stay. Choose from one of our many options at Bear Camp Cabin Rentals today!

St. Patrick's Day is near for all you Irish or Irish at heart, why not celebrate in the Smokies?

Celebrate the day with a good cause.

Shamrock Cruisin for Food

On Saturday, March 14, 2015 the Diner Rats Car Club will host the 5^th Annual Shamrock Saturday Cruisin’ for Food. Cars will drive from Smokies Stadium beginning at noon to help stock the pantries of Sevier County Food Ministries and Wears Valley Ranch Children’s Home.

The Diner, located at 550 Winfield Dunn Parkway in Sevierville, will serve traditional Irish fare, a complete meal from fresh foods prepared from scratch: Corned beef and cabbage with carrots, new red potatoes, onions, a choice of side and Irish soda bread.

Can't do the whole cruise? Donations will also be accepted at the diner.

After a good deed come to one of these establishments to celebrate on March 17,2015:

The Fox and Parrot, a traditional British pub, offers many St. Patrick's day specials.

Maybe enjoy happy hour and live acoustic performances at Hard Rock Cafe, or try a Tennessee local establishment and celebrate at Smoky Mountain Brewery.

Anyway you go you won't be disappointed, and if you're looking to stay for the Shamrock Cruisin for Food as well as to celebrate the day of, book a room at Bear Camp Cabins for a pre-spring vacation!