In a waffle cone, in a bowl, in a banana split or in a milkshake, there are so many different places to enjoy ice cream, especially on a hot summer day which we get plenty of in the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee. Good thing for you that there are plenty of places to cool…
July and August are ripe with events that celebrate heritage, music, and history of the region. From making Dutch oven blackberry cobbler to ascending into the clouds on a hot air balloon, the region is offering up a bountiful calendar of things to do and see. Summer is made for great adventures. Don’t go home…
Spring festival season continues to bring the sights, sounds, and tastes of Appalachian Spring. From the traditions of storytelling and sheepshearing to the pungency of smoky BBQ and ramps, the region is celebrating the best of the season. Music is at the heart of East Tennessee and Appalachian spring traditions. Learn about the history and…
Festival season is now in full bloom across the region. You can step back in time to learn about traditional Appalachian traditions, listen to live music, or test your hand at fly fishing for trout in the cold mountain waters. Most of these events are FREE, making it easy to enjoy a full calendar of…
In the 9 Lakes of East Tennessee, the holiday season is marked by traditions and blessings. Music, decorations, holiday lights, and favorite recipes handed down from generation to generation make the season special. While many of us no longer have time to set up light displays or head to the woods to cut fresh greens,…
Football, festivals, and leaves are a fun season in the 9 Lakes Region The official start of Fall is Sept 22, but when should you plan to take leaf peeping trip? When to experience the season is up to you…but we have some suggestions to help with your planning. Smokies High Elevation – Gatlinburg- the…
Our towns and cities are already decked out for the holidays. Shopping downtown supports local businesses, artisans, and supports the heritage of these communities. The 9 Lakes region is chock full of small downtowns offering up Appalachian treasures. Antiques, crafts, and locally produced culinary products are sure to please the most discriminating shopper. Gather your…
The holiday season is just starting to kick in and the region is getting in a festive mood. Events Not to Miss- Late Fall. Oct 30- Haunted Halloween Trail and Movie– Ancient Lore Village, S Knoxville Oct 30- 31- Haunted Tours at the Historic Scott County Jail- Huntsville. Reservations required for these special events. Nov…
Adventure abounds in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Wild rivers, majestic mountains and dense forests lure millions of people to the region each year. One often overlooked gateway community to the Smoky Mountains is Newport, a town steeped in an culinary history that transcends time and the imagination. Moonshine, the moon pie, canned…
In the spring of 2015, a small group of citizens took on a project to secure and renovate a historic building on the main square of downtown Wartburg. The challenges would have deterred many, but not this group! Countless small rural county downtowns are blighted with dilapidated vacant buildings, and county budgets that don’t extend…
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