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THINGS TO DO IN THE SMOKIES Highlights of the
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Horace Kephart Days
Date(s): Apr 30, 2010 - May 02, 2010
Celebration of the lifework of Horace Kephart, noted writer, who was involved in the creation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Three days of hikes, music, speakers, storytelling and more. Various locations around Bryson City and Deep Creek. More info Bass Tournament & Barbecue
Date(s): May 01, 2010
When: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Almond Boat Park
Benefit for West Swain Volunteer Fire Dept. Entry fee is $100 per boat, which includes BBQ meal, big fish pool and launch fee. First prize $1500, Second $500, Third $350. More prize money available. Buy tickets at Clampitt Ace Hardware, Smoky Mountain Bait & Tackle or Smoky Mtn. Lake and Marine. Contact: 828-488-6423 or 838-488-2424. Sister Hazel
Date(s): May 07, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin
It should come as no surprise that one of rock's most democratic bands would come up with a most democratic album. For Release (Aug. 18, Rock Ridge Music), their seventh disc of original material, Sister Hazel (vocalist/guitarist Ken Block, guitarist/vocalist Drew Copeland, lead guitarist Ryan Newell, bassist Jett Beres and drummer Mark Trojanowski) decided to have each band member contribute a couple of his own songs for which he would then guide his vision through the recording process. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): May 07, 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. Smoky Mountain Sound Off
Date(s): May 08, 2010
When: Noon - 11:00 pm
Where: Lands Creek Log Cabins
Featuring 7 live bands, food, fun, hourly raffles and giveaways. Rain or shine. Free admission. More info Mother's Day Gourmet Brunch Train
Date(s): May 08, 2010
When: 10:30 am departure
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Celebrate Mother's Day with a train ride, corsage for each mother and gourmet brunch on board. All First Class passengers will receive a souvenir tumbler and embroidered tote bag gift from GSMR. 800-872-4681. More info Golden Dragon Acrobats
Date(s): May 11, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin
The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company of today. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Cruise the Smokies - Spring Cherokee Rod Run
Date(s): May 14, 2010 - May 16, 2010
Where: Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds
The Rod Run features more than 500 classic and customized automobiles built before 1972. The mountains and miles of surrounding roads, including the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway, make for good driving and amazing views. Plus, the many attractions at Cherokee make the Rod Run fun for the entire family. 800-438-1601, www.cherokee-nc.com Julianne Hough
Date(s): May 14, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts-Franklin
A triple threat as a singer, actress and dancer, Julianne is already known to millions of fans as the two-time dance champion on ABC-TV's top-rated Dancing with the Stars (DWTS). The show, which pairs professional dancers with music, sports, film and television celebrities, has become a cultural phenomenonand Julianne its top star. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): May 14, 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. NOC's Duck & Run Race
Date(s): May 15, 2010
Where: Nantahala Outdoor Center
Compete in our debut biathlon, which combines a Nantahala duck race and a 5-mile run on Flint Ridge Trail. 800-232-7238, www.noc.com Strawberry Jam
Date(s): May 15, 2010
When: 10:00 a.m. til ?
Where: Darnell Farms
Hear local bands and be a part of the jam yourself. Bluegrass, gospel and of course the Darnell Farms Band. Local crafts for sale. Plow demonstrations, mules, horses, donkeys. Hayrides. About 1 mile east of Bryson City at the Tuckaseigee River bridge. 828-488-2376. Oak Ridge Boys
Date(s): May 15, 2010
Where: Harrah's Cherokee Pavilion
Country music legends with hits like "Elvira", "Trying to Love Two Women" and many more. 1-800-HARRAHS More info Mel Tillis
Date(s): May 18, 2010
When: 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin
Country music legend, Mel Tillis, started performing in the early '50's with a group called The Westerners while serving as a baker in the United States Air Force, stationed in Okinawa. In 1956, Webb Pierce recorded a song written by Mel entitled "I'm Tired", and it launched Mel's musical career. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Ernie Haase and Signature Sound
Date(s): May 21, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin
Combining 21st century ideas with the timeless quality of great quartets from the 1950s, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound have obliterated the traditional mold of gospel quartets. Their unconventional approach to communicating the Good News with ground-breaking originality has blazed a trail that will go down in gospel music history as no other group before them. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): May 21, 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. Twelve Hours of Tsali
Date(s): May 22, 2010
Where: Tsali Recreation Area
Team and solo mountain bikers race in this endurance relay at Tsali Recreation Area. More info Swain County Heritage Festival
Date(s): May 28, 2010 - May 29, 2010
When: May 28 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., May 29 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Riverfront Park, Bryson City
This two day festival has it all! Friday night entertainment is loaded with local talent featuring an emphasis on old – time gospel. Saturday entertainment, classic country and bluegrass, clogging, and Indian hoop dancing. In addition to music, the festival offers local arts and crafts, food, games for the kids, log-sawing contest and fun for the whole family. 828-488-0454. Schedule of events An Evening with Compassion International
Date(s): May 28, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts-Franklin
Steve Fee, Addison Road, and Shaun Groves headline this concert night.
828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com Tailgate Farmers Market
Date(s): May 28, 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. Randy Travis
Date(s): May 28, 2010
Where: Harrah's Cherokee Council Fire Ballroom
Country music legend, Randy Travis rocks the stage with hits like "Diggin' Up Bones", "Forever and Ever, Amen" and many more. i-800-HARRAHS. More info Branson on the Road
Date(s): May 29, 2010
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin
What do you get when you bring together a fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, upright slap bass, rhinestone costumes, hilarious comedy and great classic country, bluegrass, rockabilly and gospel music...Branson On The Road! Branson On The Road has over 20 years of experience of performing at the top theatres. 828-524-1598 or Toll Free 866-273-4615, www.greatmountainmusic.com |
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