December 2005

December 1 - February 28 *16th Annual Gatlinburg Winterfest*
The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with over 2 million spectacular lights in fantastic displays throughout town. Displays are sure to dazzle the spirit and bring out the kid in everyone. Special lighting displays added in January for Valentines Day. For more information please call (800) 568-4748.

December 2- Gatlinburgs's 30th Annual "Fantasy of Lights" Christmas Parade. -Downtown Gatlinburg. Enjoy lighted floats, marching bands and giant helium ballons. This years parade theme is "Christmas Cheer". Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information please call
(800) 568-4748.

December 2-11 Christmas Arts & Crafts Show- Gatlinburg Convention Center. Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community members assemble in downtown Gatlinburg to display the unique crafts and artwork for which they are nationally known. Live demonstrations. Free admission. For more information please call
(800) 568-4748.

Dec. 31 *Gatlinburg's New Year's Ball Drop and Pyrotechnic Show*
Space Needle on Historic Nature Trail-Airport Road. The Space Needle will come to life at the stroke of midnight with a fabulous pyrotechnic show. "A show you definitely do not want to miss"! If you can see the Space Needle from your hotel, chalet or at the Smoky Mountain overlooks you are guaranteed a terrific show. Free party favors compliments from the City of Gatlinburg. For more information please call (800) 568-4748.