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Majestic mountains, exquisite art, creativity, children’s programs, music - add it all up and you have the 7^th Annual Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival.

The special event, held in downtown Gatlinburg, TN adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a two-day street fair to be held May 14-15.

The prestigious event highlights top artists in their fields and participating exhibitors are chosen by jury in 16 categories ranging from ceramics and glass to watercolor and woodworking. In all, a total of $10,000 in prizes and purchase vouchers is at stake.  

The fun-filled festival is free to visitors. However, the event is an annual fundraiser for the internationally renowned Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, the Sevier County Arts Council and the Gatlinburg Boys & Girls Club art program. 

Don’t miss your chance to experience some of the very best arts and crafts in an area well known for its exceptional craftsmanship.

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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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Despite a recent early snowfall at the top of the higher peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains, the fall color season still has several fabulous weeks ahead in the Gatlinburg, TN area.

The snowy weather put an end to much of the color at the highest elevations above 4,500 feet, but a vibrant kaleidoscope will continue to develop in the coming weeks at the lower to mid elevations.

Currently, portions of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s mountainsides are exploding with color while other areas still remain primarily green.

Now is a great time to experience the beauty of the Smokies and the quaint mountain village of Gatlinburg, one of the main entrance points for the National Park. For information on discount Gatlinburg vacations, visit www.GatlinburgVacationStore.com.

While the Park offers a variety of opportunities for hiking and recreation, you’ll also find plenty to do in and around Gatlinburg. The town is filled with exceptional shopping, dining and fun-filled attractions designed for the entire family, including Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park at Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort.

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