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The 29^th Annual Gatlinburg Scottish Festival and Games will be held in Gatlinburg, VA this weekend, May 15-16. Official weekend festivities begin with a parade down the Parkway in Gatlinburg at 6 p.m. on May 14.

On Saturday and Sunday beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Mills Park, the Scottish Games will feature professional and amateur athletes competing in a variety of events such as tossing the Scottish haggis, turning the caber, Highland wrestling and the manhood stones.

Musical guests Cutthroat Shamrock, Colin Grant-Adams, Albannach and Thistledown Tinkers are among the featured entertainment during this popular two-day festival.

The events will also feature an assortment of Pipe and Drum Bands competing in individual and band events, competition of dozens of Highland dancers from across the country and border collie demonstrations.

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If you’re looking for a delicious way to spend a day in Gatlinburg, TN, why not wing it over to the 9^th Annual Gatlinburg Ribfest & Wings celebration on April 22.

This fun-filled day in the Great Smoky Mountains features live entertainment,children’s activities, eating contests and, of course, a chance to taste a sampling of all the ribs and wings until the parkway turns into a street fair. The party runs from 5-9 pm with food sampling from 6-9 pm or until the wings run out.

This year’s entertainment features the classic tunes of the Beat Daddys and their soulful rock ‘n roll blues. The main stage will also feature the musical group Soulfinger, spearheading a neo-classic soul movement with original sounds.

A panel will judge and award prizes for the best ribs or wings in seven categories. And all vendors will vie for the “People’s Choice Award” chosen by popular vote.

Hot wing eating contests sponsored by All Sauced Up will feature wings prepared in sauces such as “Blazing Bomb,” “Treacherous Tongue,” “Fire Pit Hell,” “Scorching Screaming” and “Next Day Disaster.” Prizes will be awarded to the “Hot Wing Eating Contest Champion of the Year.”

An armband for Ribfest & Wings may be purchased for $12 ($5 for kids).

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Springtime in the Appalachians brings extraordinary beauty as the area awakens from its winter freeze. But in addition to the spectacular sights surrounding the Gatlinburg area, you can also experience some mystical sounds of the mountains as the Great Smoky Mountains National Park hosts its sixth annual “Music of the Mountains” festival on Saturday, April 10.

The day-long festival features a wide spectrum of old-time, traditional, and bluegrass music performers. It is truly a celebration of the culture and the musical traditions found in the southern Appalachian Mountains while showcasing the evolution of that music.

This year’s festival features a series of free performances by various artists during the day at the Park’s Sugarlands Visitor Center followed by a special evening performance headlined by local performer Jimbo Whaley and his band Greenbrier at W. L. Mills Conference Center.

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Gatlinburg, TN offers fun for everyone, any time of year. Now’s the time to head for Gatlinburg for some serious winter fun, starting with Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort, located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains.

With 8 trails serviced by two quad and one double chairlift, Ober Gatlinburg keeps you on the well groomed slopes. Or, those looking for fast thrills while sitting down, check out the snow tubing area.

Take the 120 passenger Aerial Tramway to the top of Ober Gatlinburg and you’ll also discover a fun-filled mall and amusement park complete with an alpine slide, indoor ice skating, restaurants, shopping and more.

You can experience a discount Gatlinburg vacation package any time of year. But winter offers a unique opportunity to get out and enjoy the snow like never before!

Check out www.WestgateReservations.com for special discount rates at Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort in Gatlinburg, TN. The resort even offers an amazing indoor water park - Wild Bear Falls - for year-round swimming fun.

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As we approach the holidays and snow begins to settle in the Great Smoky Mountains, there’s still one place to go and splash away some of that holiday stress.  Just take a little trip to Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park at Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort in Gatlinburg, TN.

Any time of year is a good time to enjoy the exciting Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. The largest indoor water park in the south, Wild Bear Falls offers more than 300,000 gallons and 60,000 square feet of wet excitement under a retractable roof that provides plenty of sunshine during warm summer days and a cozy respite cold during winter months!

Situated adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the resort’s fun-filled water park pays homage to famous local landmarks with attractions like Cades Cove Lazy River, Clingman’s Dome 360-foot body slide, Laurel Falls 300-foot tube slide and Little Pigeon River – a zero entry pool and toddler play area.

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Any season is a perfect season to visit Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Better known for its fabulous summer hiking and amazing fall colors, the quaint mountain village of Gatlinburg offers up an excellent opportunity to get into the holiday spirit!

Gatlinburg’s four-month Winterfest Celebration transforms the Great Smoky Mountain resort town into a spectacular and fun-filled winter wonderland from now through February 28, 2010.

Gatlinburg Winterfest events include a holiday craft show, Christmas parade, Winter Magic Tunes & Tales, a popular New Year’s Ball Drop, and a spectacular holiday light display offering up millions of colorful lights.

Visitors can even take a guided trolley ride to see the spectacular Gatlinburg Winter Magic lighting display. The trolley departs from Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. Tours leave nightly at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. beginning November 4 (except on December 4, 24, 25 & 31) and run each Saturday during the month of January.

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The Great Smoky Mountains offer up a wonderful vacation opportunity for outdoor lovers any time of year. From camping and hiking to sightseeing or simply enjoying the fall color season, the Smoky Mountains provide a variety of entertainment options for the entire family. In the Gatlinburg area, each season represents a unique mountain experience for visitors. Autumn brings brilliant hues of color. Winter offers up clean white snowfalls. And spring and summer provide a bountiful abundance of wildflowers. Of course, downtown Gatlinburg also provides a myriad of family activities such as theme parks, dinner shows, shopping and dining. Make your reservations for a Smoky Mountain vacation today by checking out the wide variety of Gatlinburg hotels and cabin rentals that are available for your Tennessee getaway.

Apart from mountains, hiking trails and fall colors, Gatlinburg also offers year round events and entertainment for families and couples alike. There are seasonal events as well as a variety of stage and dinner shows ranging from music and comedy to magic. You will surely find something that suits your taste and budget. Popular fall events, amongst many, include “Fall Foliage in the Smokies” and “A Taste of Autumn.” Popular Winter events include “Gatlinburg Winter Magic” and “Winter Tunes and Tales.” Check out Gatlinburg ticket packages for super saver deals at www.gatlinburgvacationstore.com

Gatlinburg is famous for the scenic vistas and beautiful natural wonders it has to offer. However, it has just as many “non natural” activities and attractions for tourists to enjoy. Downtown Gatlinburg offers a variety of family attractions like the Ripley’s Believe it or Not Museum. There are other attractions such as dinner shows, an aquarium, haunted mansion and mini golf. Wild Bear Falls Water Park is an indoor water park which offers 60,000 sq ft of wet excitement. There are also theatre shows like Country Tonight, Black Bear Jamboree and The Comedy Barn Theatre. Gatlinburg is a fun town full of activities for the entire family. For information, visit www.GatlinburgVacationStore.com

Gatlinburg is a great family vacation spot that offers beautiful mountains and many scenic sites. It is located in Tennessee on the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. If you are a nature lover and appreciate the mountains, Gatlinburg is the place for you. You can visit the city all year round, however, fall is one of the best times to go – and one of the busiest – as folks flock to see the spectacular fall colors throughout the area. Gatlinburg hotels are very affordable and you can also find good hotel deals in nearby Pigeon Forge, another popular mountain village. You can find many other activities like museums and water parks very close by, as well. For more information, visit www.gatlinburgvacationstore.com