TRAVEL GUIDE TO BRYSON CITY AND THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS HOME
 

THINGS TO DO IN THE SMOKIES

Highlights of the
Bryson City and Great
Smokies Events Calendar

 

February
Chocolate Cookoff

March
Bank of America US Whitewater Open

April
Green Thumb Day
Knobscorcher Bike Race

May
Strawberry Jam
Heritage Festival

June
Cherokee Voices Festival
Women's Work Festival (GSMNP)

July
PowWow
Freedom Fest
Festival of Native Peoples
Cherokee Art Market

September
Railfest
Fireman's Day Festival
Mountain Life Festival
NOC NantyFest and
   Guest Appreciation Day

October
Cherokee Indian Fair
Stecoah Harvest Festival
Maple Leaf Festival
Bryson City Chili Cookoff

November
The Polar Express
WNC Pottery Festival
Mountain Shapes & Colors

December
The Polar Express
Breakfast with Santa
Christmas Parade
Spirit of Christmas

 

 

Monthly Calendar of Events in Bryson City and the
Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina

Use the mini calendar on the right to bring up the events on an upcoming month or specific date.

Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec    (All 2010)

PeanutsTM - The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Date(s): Oct 01, 2010 - Oct 03, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

October 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24
Meet Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy, and select your own pumpkin. Enjoy hayrides, live musical entertainment, story telling, hay bale maze, bouncy horse, apple cider, peanuts gift shop, face painting, petting zoo and trick or treating! Kids, don't forget to wear your costumes!

800-872-4681, www.gsmr.com

Fresh Grounded Faith Conference
Date(s): Oct 01, 2010 - Oct 02, 2010
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin

Jennifer Rothschild (author, speaker, singer and Lifeway Bible teacher) These area-wide events encourage women to connect with each other and God. The ultimate goal of Fresh Grounded Faith is to bring a unifying event to your area that will empower women to live a tenacious faith in Christ.

828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com

Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): Oct 01, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Valley Village Shopping Center, US 19 West

You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market. Every Friday May 7 - October 29. Parking lot next to Fred's & SuperSaver Foods.

Music in the Mountains - Big House Radio Band
Date(s): Oct 02, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

Big House Radio Band

Rock and roll with a crowd-pleasing groove.

Band website

Jason Aldean
Date(s): Oct 03, 2010
Where: Harrah's Cherokee Casino Event Center

The Macon, Georgia native’s debut of “She’s Country,” the first single off the forthcoming CD and now the fastest-rising single of his career to date, was introduced with a lights-out performance on the CMA Awards last November.
1-800-HARRAHS. More info

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Date(s): Oct 05, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin

Mark Twain's mischievous characters come to life on stage in this faithful adaption of the classic American tale. Hilarious fun and laughs ensue when Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn are up to no good along the banks of the Mississippi River. When the two witness a crime committed by the dangerous Injun Joe, Tom and Huck wind up on their greatest adventure ever.

828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com

Cherokee Indian Fair
Date(s): Oct 06, 2010 - Oct 09, 2010
Where: Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds

The fair offers topnotch nightly musical entertainment, fireworks, a carnival midway full of rides and games, craft vendors, food vendors including some featuring traditional Cherokee food, and an exhibit hall displaying the Eastern Band enrolled members traditional and contemporary arts and crafts. Visitors will also have a chance to see a comedy show, gospel music, and a host of family-friendly competitions such as blowgun, longbow and compound bow archery contests and wood chopping.

800-438-1601, www.cherokee-nc.com

PeanutsTM - The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Date(s): Oct 08, 2010 - Oct 10, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

October 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24
Meet Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy, and select your own pumpkin. Enjoy hayrides, live musical entertainment, story telling, hay bale maze, bouncy horse, apple cider, peanuts gift shop, face painting, petting zoo and trick or treating! Kids, don't forget to wear your costumes!

800-872-4681, www.gsmr.com

Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): Oct 08, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Valley Village Shopping Center, US 19 West

You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market. Every Friday May 7 - October 29. Parking lot next to Fred's & SuperSaver Foods.

Music in the Mountains - Mountain Dew-et
Date(s): Oct 09, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

Mountain Dew-et
There name says it all - old-time country with a touch of Patsy Cline.

Fall Harvest Craft Festival at the Old Mill 1886
Date(s): Oct 09, 2010
When: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: 3082 U.S. 441 one mile south of Cherokee

Artists from all over the Southeast will gather to demonstrate and sell their hand crafted works. Artists will include Cherokee stone carver, wood carvers, gourd artists, blacksmith, jewelry designers, Appalachian crafters and authors.

828-497-6536, www.cherokeemill.com

Maggie Valley October Leaves Craft Show
Date(s): Oct 09, 2010 - Oct 10, 2010
When: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

Handmade crafts and food vendors.

828-497-9425, www.maggievalleycraftshows.com

Maple Leaf Festival
Date(s): Oct 09, 2010
Where: Whittier Main Street

Featuring area artists and crafters, entertainment, food, and heritage and holiday exhibits, all found on the quaint – and usually quiet – Whittier Main Street.

828-497-2393

Music in the Mountains - Mountain Dew-et
Date(s): Oct 09, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

Mountain Dew-et

Country music with a touch of Patsy Cline

Inspirations Fall Color Festival
Date(s): Oct 15, 2010 - Oct 16, 2010
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin

Featuring: The Dove Brothers Quartet, Tim Surrett and Balsam Range, The Perrys, Marshall Henson and Gem City, The Punches Family, and The Inspirations.

828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com

PeanutsTM - The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Date(s): Oct 15, 2010 - Oct 17, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

October 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24
Meet Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy, and select your own pumpkin. Enjoy hayrides, live musical entertainment, story telling, hay bale maze, bouncy horse, apple cider, peanuts gift shop, face painting, petting zoo and trick or treating! Kids, don't forget to wear your costumes!

800-872-4681, www.gsmr.com

Harvest Festival
Date(s): Oct 15, 2010 - Oct 17, 2010
Where: Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center

Old fashioned bonfire, Civil War encampment, mountain music, county fair, arts and crafts and food for sale. Gospel singing on Sunday. 828-479-3364. www.stecoahvalleycenter.com

Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): Oct 15, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Valley Village Shopping Center, US 19 West

You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market. Every Friday May 7 - October 29. Parking lot next to Fred's & SuperSaver Foods.

20th Annual Bryson City Chili Cook-Off
Date(s): Oct 16, 2010
When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

20 years of heat!  Sample chili from some of the best cooks in the area.  Also featuring crafts and entertainment.

800-867-9246

Music in the Mountains-Boogertown Gap
Date(s): Oct 16, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

Boogertown Gap

Named after an actual place in the Smoky Mountains, this string band plays old-time Appalachian Music.

http://www.boogertowngap.com/

Josh Turner
Date(s): Oct 16, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Harrah's Cherokee Casino Event Center

The Event Center at Harrah’s Cherokee is a premier regional entertainment venue; offering a consistent diversity of programming to include music, comedy, sports and lifestyle events. Visit Ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-745-3000 to purchase tickets or call 1-800-HARRAHS. More info.

NOCtoberfest
Date(s): Oct 22, 2010 - Oct 24, 2010
Where: Nantahala Outdoor Center

Featuring the Tour de Nantahala road ride, live music, Bavarian-themed restaurant specials and late-season sales.

800-232-7238, www.noc.com

PeanutsTM - The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Date(s): Oct 22, 2010 - Oct 24, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

October 1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24
Meet Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy, and select your own pumpkin. Enjoy hayrides, live musical entertainment, story telling, hay bale maze, bouncy horse, apple cider, peanuts gift shop, face painting, petting zoo and trick or treating! Kids, don't forget to wear your costumes!

800-872-4681, www.gsmr.com

Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): Oct 22, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Valley Village Shopping Center, US 19 West

You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market. Every Friday May 7 - October 29. Parking lot next to Fred's & SuperSaver Foods.

Music in the Mountains - The Barn Cats
Date(s): Oct 23, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

The Barn Cats

Old country music from the rural south of long ago.

http://www.myspace.com/barnkitties

Hauntober Weekend
Date(s): Oct 23, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Fontana Village Resort

Bring the family to the mountains for Halloween activities, fall color viewing, and a campfire and marshmallow roast in the evening. More info.

Downtown Trick-or-Treat
Date(s): Oct 29, 2010
When: 3:30 p.m.
Where: Downtown Bryson City

All ghosts and goblins are welcome at this Halloween event.

Rhonda Vincent and Gene Watson
Date(s): Oct 29, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin

"The destination of life is an individual interpretation. Some know exactly where they're going. Others spend a lifetime searching."
Rhonda Vincent's destination was determined long before she even realized it. Bluegrass being the family business, waking up each morning to the sounds of music, and spending each afternoon and evening playing the music her family plotted as their destination before she was even born.

828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com

Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): Oct 29, 2010
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Valley Village Shopping Center, US 19 West

You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market. Every Friday May 7 - October 29. Parking lot next to Fred's & SuperSaver Foods.

Music in the Mountains - Chris Monteith as Elvis
Date(s): Oct 30, 2010
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

Regional talent is showcased in a relaxed, outdoor venue located in the heart of historic downtown Bryson City. Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening of great music. Free admission. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot, Everett Street. Saturday evenings, June 5 - October 30.

Chris Monteith as Elvis

Like seeing the King himself. Great music and fun!

Chris' Website

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