New Years Eve At The Island 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!

While The Island is not quite a new attraction to Smoky Mountain visitors by now, it does seem to be that visitors still aren’t accustomed to knowing that Pigeon Forge’s most festive city square and outdoor attraction complex is where a number of special events go on now. The Island joins in on fun for Halloween, Christmas, Easter and, yes, New Years Eve. Gatlinburg isn’t the only city shooting off fireworks at midnight on December 31st, The Island will be joining in with them along with live entertainment and the plethora of things to see and do there.

Haven’t been to The Island before? Not sure it could justify an evening of activities with your family or friends? Here’s the rundown for what The Island offers its visitors:

Attractions:

  • The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

  • The Island Show Fountain

  • The Island Ropes Course

  • Alcatraz East Museum

  • The Island Miner's Gems

  • Island Mirror Maze

  • 7D Dark Ride Adventure

  • Arcade City

  • The Escape Game

  • Island Bumper Cars

  • Thunderdome

  • The Flying Horse Carousel

  • Old Time Photo

  • Happy Swing

  • Funny Cars

  • Twist N' Shout

  • Lil' Ribbits

  • The Island Express

  • Shooting Gallery


Shops:

  • Margaritaville Store

  • Ole Smoky Moonshine

  • St. Somewhere Spa

  • The Paula Deen Store

  • Farmhouse 9110

  • Build-A-Bear Workshop

  • The Beef Jerky Outlet

  • Blossom

  • Big Rock Candy Kitchen

  • Bootleggers Winery

  • Bodacious Bags

  • Buckboard Too!

  • Cosmic Pen

  • Christmas and More

  • Doc’s Magic Shop

  • Earthbound Trading Co.

  • Emery’s 5 & 10

  • For the Health of It

  • Gotcha!

  • Heads Up Sports

  • Nourish Natural Bath Products

  • Patriot Peddler

  • The Sneaky Squirrel

  • Island Tiki General Store

  • Kryptonite Character Store

  • Monogram Boutique

  • Natural Comfort Footwear

  • Parrot Mountain

  • Pepper Palace

  • Puzzled

  • Smokies Vapor & Cigar Shop

  • Smoky Mountain Sunshades

  • Southern Charm Boutique

  • Southern Sportz

  • Stand Apart Boutique

  • Tervis

  • The Island Trading Post

  • The Toychest Company

  • Timber Valley Rustic Furniture

  • Master’s Editions on The Island

  • Village Idiot

  • Xcell Cell Phone Accessories


 

Eateries:

  • Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen

  • Margaritaville

  • Mellow Mushroom

  • Paula Deen’s The Bag Lady

  • Timberwood Grill

  • Dick’s Last Resort

  • Dudes Daiquiris

  • Changes in Latitude Bar

  • Poynor’s Pommes Frites

  • Kapop!

  • Auntie Anne’s

  • Cinnabon

  • The Fudgery

  • Island Yogurt

  • Sweet!

  • Yee Haw Snack Shack

  • Margaritaville Coffee

  • The Island Creamery


 

More information can be found by CLICKING HERE. Get well acquainted with it because the whole night could and should be loads of fun up until we begin the countdown to BOOMStown! We look forward to the new year for Pigeon Forge and hope you get to join in the fun for it when we do!

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