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Events & Fall Festivals in the N. Georgia Mountains & Surrounding Areas
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8th Annual Wildlife & Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo
September 15 & 16 2007
Downtown Blue Ridge Georgia
Take a Walk on the Wild Side in the downtown Blue Ridge City Park. The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
will present a Festival of Fine Art with a Wildlife and Nature theme.
This year's expo provides a unique opportunity to observe and learn more about various outdoor sport activities
through live demonstrations (fly fishing, kayaking, hiking to name a few).
The Wildlife & Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo will feature the Ellijay Wildlife Rehabilitation Sanctuary display,
SOAR with the raptors, a herding dog demonstration along with a Youth Art
display of the Georgia Junior Duck Stamp Exhibit.
Join us for Fine Art, intricate craft, a cornucopia of artists' displays and entertainment for all ages, topped off with food to delight the palate.
for more information:
706-632-2144 or BRMAA@etcmail.com |
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Foxfire Festival: September 29, 2007
Dillard City Hall in Dillard, GA
The thirteenth annual Foxfire Fall Heritage Festival will feature
old-fashioned fun, food, crafts, and music.
Festival goers will see over 32 exhibits and demonstrations such as pottery, cornshuck dolls, crocheted and knitted items, spinning, berry basket making, woodworking, broom making, coppersmithing, blacksmithing, soap and candle making,
canoe carving, Native Indian flutes, and more.
The features of the day will be a raffle of donated items by local and regional businesses and music by
The Foxfire Boys, as well as other bluegrass and gospel groups. Good food,
featuring Tomlin’s BBQ, will also be available until sold out.
Admission is $4.00 for adults; children ten and under are free.
All proceeds benefit Foxfire’s Local Educational Programs.
706-746-5828 or foxfire@foxfire.org |
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John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
October 6 & 7 Saturday & Sunday • 10 am - 5 pm
John C. Campbell Folk School
One of the largest and most popular events of its type in the region, Fall Festival is a celebration of our rich
Appalachian heritage. Fine craft, craft-making demonstrations, music and dance performances, children’s activities,
tasty food, and a visit to the school’s Craft Shop
and History Center make Fall Festival a great way to begin the autumn season.
For a detailed schedule of events, use this link
Admission: Adults $5, Kids 12-17 $3, free under 12.
1-800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775 or info@folkschool.org |
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Other Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountain Fall Festivals...
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North Georgia Mountain Festivals • Western North Carolina Festivals
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North Georgia Mountain Fall Festivals
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Dawson County Georgia
11th Annual Community Picnic
September 11, 2007
Location - AMICALOLA FALLS STATE PARK Everyone invited to attend the 11th Annual Community Picnic to be held at Amicalola Falls State Park from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Free admission - free food - loads of fun!!! Local entertainment will provide music.
(706) 265-6278 or info@dawson.org
The 40th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival
October 27, 2007 through October 28, 2007
Location - Dawsonville All proceeds go to help the needy children in Dawson County.
706-216-5273 or info@dawson.org |
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Fannin County Georgia
8th Annual Wildlife & Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo
September 15 & 16, 2007
Location - Downtown Blue Ridge Georgia
Take a Walk on the Wild Side in the downtown Blue Ridge City Park. The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association will present a Festival of Fine Art with a Wildlife and Nature theme.
This year's expo provides a unique opportunity to observe and learn more about various outdoor sport activities through live demonstrations (fly fishing, kayaking, hiking to name a few).
The Wildlife & Nature Art Festival & Outdoor Expo will feature the Ellijay Wildlife Rehabilitation Sanctuary display, SOAR with the raptors, a herding dog demonstration
along with a Youth Art display of the Georgia Junior Duck Stamp Exhibit.
Join us for Fine Art, intricate craft, a cornucopia of artists' displays and entertainment for all ages, topped off with food to delight the palate.
Join us, while we Walk on the Wild Side
at the 8th Annual Wildlife and Nature Art Festival and Outdoor Expo on September 15 & 16, 2007.
for more information:
706-632-2144 or BRMAA@etcmail.com |
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Gilmer County Georgia
Apple Arts on the Square and 37th Annual Georgia Apple Festival
October 13-14, 2007 through October 20-21, 2007
Location - Ellijay
706-635-1826 or chamber@ellijay.com |
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Habersham County Georgia
Chattahoochee Mountain Fair
September 7, 2007 through September 15, 2007
Location - Habersham County Fairgrounds, Toccoa Highway, Clarkesville. Features 4-H livestock and other exhibits, a carnival, entertainment, country store, and horse show.
706-778-4434 or hburke@windstream.net
Cornelia Big Red Apple Festival
October 6, 2007
Location - Downtown Cornelia Come celebrate our history at the annual Big Red Apple Festival. Enjoy arts, crafts, and great entertainment throughout the day.
For more information Janie Henderson at 706-778-8585 or hburke@windstream.net
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Lumpkin County Georgia
Gold Rush Days
October 20 - 21 2007
Location - Dahlonega Historic Downtown Square
Thousands come to see fall colors peaking and celebrate Dahlonega's 1828 discovery of gold.
Over 300 art and craft exhibitors gather around the Public Square and Historic District
Included in the two day event are a parade, children's activities, a fashion show,
gold panning contest, wheelbarrow race, King and Queen Coronation, hog calling,
buck dancing contest, gospel singing and other live entertainment, wrist wrestling,
and last but not least – some delicious food!
for more information goldrush@dahlonegajaycees.com
Hemlock Festival
November 2, 3 & 4
Location - Starbridge - just one hour north of Atlanta near the historic town of Dahlonega
Fire Dance as well as Music from such genres as singer songwriter, bluegrass, Celtic rock, and jam band will be performed. Family and child activities will also take place and food, drink, and t-shirts will be available for purchase.
Single day ticket: Fri-$15 Sat-$20 Sun-$10
Weekend ticket (including camping)- $40 Students (with id)
Seniors (65+) $5 less on chosen ticket
Children 15 yrs and under are free
The survival of hemlocks is being threatened by the woolly adelgid, an aphid like insect introduced from Asia and now spreading through the north Georgia forests.
This benefit will raise funds and awareness to help save these magnificent trees that arguably define southern Appalachia and keep our rivers cool enough to sustain such temperature-sensitive species as trout and crayfish.
100% of donations/proceeds from the festival will go toward advancing the hemlocks defense against the woolly adelgid.
Our efforts last year contributed significantly to the establishment of a beetle (which prey on the adelgids)
rearing lab at the University of Georgia.
Donations and/or ticket purchase (100% tax deductible)
We accept checks or money order and made out to Lumpkin Coalition-
and mailed to 3865 Dawsonville Hwy, Dahlonega Ga. 30533,
or by credit card through a pay-pal service at the following website: www.lumpkincoalition.org.
Tickets will also be made available at various locations around Dahlonega
For directions or further information e-mail us at: info@lumpkincoalition.org.
You may also call: Forest Hilyer at 706-265-5282 or Murray Lamb at 706-973-9067. |
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Pickens County Georgia
Georgia Marble Festival
October 6, 2007 through October 7, 2007
Location - Jasper, Georgia
Georgia Marble Quarry Tours • Over 100 Arts & Craft Booths •
Variety of Mouthwatering Food • Live Music & Entertainment •
Juried Fine Arts Competition • Parade • Expanded Children's Area • 5k Road Race
for more information
706-692-5600 or info@pickenschamber.com |
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Rabun County Georgia
Foxfire Heritage Festival
September 29, 2007
Location - Dillard City Hall in Dillard, GA
The thirteenth annual Foxfire Fall Heritage Festival will feature
old-fashioned fun, food, crafts, and music.
Festival goers will see over 32 exhibits and demonstrations such as pottery,
cornshuck dolls, crocheted and knitted items, spinning, berry basket making,
woodworking, broom making, coppersmithing, blacksmithing, soap and candle making,
canoe carving, Native Indian flutes, and more.
The features of the day will be a raffle of donated items by local and regional businesses
and music by The Foxfire Boys, as well as other bluegrass and gospel groups. Good food,
featuring Tomlin’s BBQ, will also be available until sold out.
Admission is $4.00 for adults; children ten and under are free.
All proceeds benefit Foxfire’s Local Educational Programs.
706-746-5828 or foxfire@foxfire.org |
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Stephens County Georgia
Toccoa Harvest Festival
November 3, 2007 - November 4, 2007
Location - Downtown Toccoa, GA
Join us for a festival of handmade, home grown, and home baked items, entertainment,
art, children's activities, food, and fun. It's a celebration of the harvest!!
for more information scrosby@cityoftoccoa.com |
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Union County Georgia
Southeastern Bluegrass Association Birthday
September 21, from 6 pm until 11 pm
Celebration Location - Old Courthouse on Town Square Friday
Saturday, September 22, from 11 am to 11 pm at the
Old Courthouse, Mountain Life Center and City Hall, both located a block from the Old Courthouse
The South Eastern Bluegrass Association (SEBA) celebrates its 23rd birthday with
Performances on three stages running simultaneously and jamming all around Downtown Blairsville.
Workshops on different instruments, sound and recording technology.
No admission charge, but donations appreciated.
Sam Ensley 706-379-2367
Indian Summer Festival
Saturday, October 06, 2007 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Sunday, October 07, 2007 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Located on the grounds of Woody Gap School ~ Georgia's Smallest Public School.
GA Hwy. 60, between Dahlonega and Blue Ridge
Good Things to Eat • Featuring pork BBQ plates and sandwiches,
hamburgers, hot dogs and all the fixins'!
Many vendor snacks such as funnel cakes, boiled peanuts, cotton candy, pork skins, kettle corn.
• Tons of Great Vendor Booths • Pottery • Mountain Honey • Home made Goodies •
• Leather Crafts • Needle Craft • Folk Art Jewelry • Furniture • Wood Crafts •
• Photographs • Stained Glass • Whirligigs • More • Run Above the Clouds •
Free Parking • Admission • $4.00 (Under 6 FREE)
For Information: 706-747-2401
Sorghum Festival
Friday, October 12, 2007 • Saturday, October 13, 2007 • Sunday, October 14, 2007
Friday, October 19, 2007 • Saturday, October 20, 2007 • Sunday, October 21, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007 • Saturday, October 27, 2007 • Sunday, October 28, 2007
Located in Downtown Blairsville and Fort Sorghum
The lost art of Sorghum Syrup making is brought back to life during this arts & crafts festival.
There are "Biskit Eatin", "Log Sawin, & Rock Throwin Contest.
Come join the fun during the annual parade & car show.
Admission: Call for current fees. Event Phone: 706-745-5789 |
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Our Heritage 1857-2007 Art Show and Sale
August 23, 2007 - October 10, 2007
Location - Cleveland Georgia
This is a chance for local artists and students to both exhibit and sale (if they choose) their artwork and crafts.
This is sponsored by the Yonah Art Guild in conjunction with Truett-McConnell College.
Donations are encouraged
for more information jewelrybyval@alltel.net or call 706-865-1473
Helen Georgia Oktoberfest
Monday, October 1, 2007 - Sunday, October 28, 2007 (every day)
Location - Festhalle in Downtown Helen.
Various German Music, dancing and German beers, domestic beers and sodas,
as well as German and American fare.
Doors open at 6pm during the week, 1pm on the weekends.
Monday-Friday, prices are $7, Saturdays are $9 and Sundays are free.
for more information info@helenga.org or call 800-858-8027 |
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Western North Carolina Fall Festivals
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Avery County North Carolina
Wooly Worm Festival
October 20, 2007 through October 21, 2007 • 10am-5pm
Location - Banner Elk, North Carolina
The Wooly Worm races begin around 10 a.m. Each heat consists of 20 worms and races continue all day until the grand final around 4 p.m.
The winning worm on Saturday is declared the official winter forecasting agent.
The Sunday worm races are for prestige, fun and small prizes.
In addition to the Wooly Worm Races, the festival features crafts, food vendors,
live entertainment and much more.
Last year's festival attracted an estimated 20,000 fans, 140 vendors and around 1,000 race entrants.
for more information 828-898-5605 or chamber@averycounty.com |
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Cherokee County North Carolina
Seventh Annual Appalachian Highland Game
September 8, 2007 - September 8, 2007
Location - Andrews Park Food
competitions, music, and including children's games.
for more information Ian Black: 828-837-5684
6th Annual Business Expo and 2nd Job Fair Location
September 14, 2007 through September 15, 2007
Friday - 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tri-County Community College
Free admission, popcorn, balloons, and other free items and gifts.
Come see what Cherokee County has to offer.
828-837-2242
"About 2 Hours From Anywhere" Heart Walk
September 15, 2007 through September 15, 2007
Location - Tri-County Community College
5K Challenge & Kids Run on behalf of the Southwestern Health System Foundation.
This is one of Western NC's best road races. Walkers, runners, joggers,
and fitness enthusiasts of all ages and ability are invited to participate.
Linda May or Amy - 828-835-7624
Fraternal Order of Police Car Show
September 22, 2007 through September 22, 2007
Location - Wal Mart parking lot
Registration will be at 8 a.m. and awards will be given at 3:30 p.m.
Categories include custom, antique, original and classic cars and motorcycle.
for more information Russ Pruitt 828-837-1335
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
October 6 & 7 Saturday & Sunday • 10 am - 5 pm
Location - John C. Campbell Folk School
One of the largest and most popular events of its type in the region, Fall Festival is a celebration
of our rich Appalachian heritage. Fine craft, craft-making demonstrations, music
and dance performances, children’s activities, tasty food, and a visit to the school’s Craft Shop
and History Center make Fall Festival a great way to begin the autumn season.
For a detailed schedule of events, use this link
Admission: Adults $5, Kids 12-17 $3, free under 12.
1-800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775 or info@folkschool.org
Jeep Jamboree
October 12, 2007 through October 14, 2007
Location - Rock Gym in Murphy
Registration will be held at the Rock Gym Thursday evening.
Friday dinner will be catered. Saturday dinner will be at the John C. Campbell Folk School.
info@cherokeecountychamber.com
Annual Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook Off
October 13, 2007 through October 13, 2007 12th
Location - Konehete Park, Murphy, NC
Featuring chili, music and more. Open to all businesses (no individuals) to compete in this fun,
family event in beautiful Cherokee County, NC.
Trophies awarded. $6 for adults and $3 for children 6 and under.
Bowl, spoon, napkin, drink and tasting as much chili as you can. Casting a people's choice vote earns you a free ice cream bar. This is one of the chamber's major community events and fund raiser.
828.837.2242 or director@cherokeecountychamber.com
TLC! Monster Mash
October 27, 2007 - 7 - 10 p m
October 311, 2007 - 7 - 9 p m
Location - The Learning Center 946 Conaheeta St, Murphy
The BEST Halloween Event in the Mountains. This years theme... Alien Invasion!
Bring the whole family the the event not to miss.
A Haunted Maze, Bounce Houses, Pony Rides, Haunted Hay Rides, and more.
The maze will also run on Halloween night from 7-9 p.m.
for more information 828-835-7240
Halloween Festival
October 31, 2007 - 4:00-8:00 pm
Location - Downtown Murphy
828-837-2242 or info@cherokeecountychamber.com
Blacksmith Auction
November 3, 2007 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location - John C. Campbell Folk School, Keith House, Brasstown, NC -
Join us as auctioneers Tim Ryan and Bob Grove, as they motivate the bidding
for special items in a most entertaining way!
Handmade craft of all types, including forged metal, fiber, jewelry,
wood items, pottery, and more have been donated by friends of the Folk School,
and are yours for the bidding!
Free admission
1-800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775 or info@folkschool.org |
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Haywood County, North Carolina
'Canton Tailgate Market'
Sept 4 , 2007 through September 27, 2007
Location - Colonial Theatre Parking
Haywood County Farmer's Tailgate Market with locally grown fruits & vegetables
for sale every Tuesday & Thursday morning from June until September.
for more information 828-646-3412 or cantonvisitorcenter@charterinternet.com
Fall Rally in the Valley
September 14, 2007 through September 15, 2007
Location - Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
for more information 828-298-1683 or cmaggie@maggievalley.org
Fourth Annual Western NC BBQ Festival
September 28, 2007 through September 29, 2007
Location - Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
This annual competition & KCBS sanctioned event presents some of the tastiest,
mouth-watering, lip-smackin’ barbeque in all of Western North Carolina!
Prizes will be awarded in a variety of different categories with over a dozen opportunities
to take home money and trophies. Live entertainment, arts & crafts, and kid’s activities, too!
for more information 828-926-1686 or cmaggie@maggievalley.org
High Country Quilt Show
October 4, 2007 through October 6, 2007
Location - Maggie Valley Town Hall
Handcrafted quilts on display and for purchase
for more information 828-926-6003 or cmaggie@maggievalley.org
Church Street Art & Craft Show
October 13, 2007
Location - Waynesville Downtown
Waynesville is transformed into an art and craft marketplace for this one day event;
widely known as one of the finest juried shows in the region. Live mountain music and clogging, entertainment and food.
for more information (828)456-3517 or downtownwaynesville@charter.net
Maggie Valley Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
October 20, 2007 through October 21, 2007
Location - Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
Hundreds of talented artisans from throughout the Southeast
present a varied collection of arts and crafts for your shopping pleasure.
for more information 828-926-1686 or cmaggie@maggievalley.org
19th Annual Apple Harvest Festival
October 20, 2007 through October 20, 2007
Location - Waynesville
Art and Craft and demonstration booths. Apples, cider, fresh pies, and other apple delicacies.
Free Admission.
(828) 456-3517 or downtownwaynesville@charter.net
World Clogging Championship
October 26, 2007 through October 28, 2007
Location - TBA
The Stompin’ Ground Clogging Competition
for more information 304-872-5803 or cmaggie@maggievalley.org |
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Henderson County, North Carolina
Farm City Day
October 6, 2007 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Location - Jackson Park
Free Family Fun This day-long event features both urban and rural displays,
antique and modern farm equipment, live music, farm animals, square dancing, clogging,
arts and crafts, children’s activities, games, wagon rides, competitions,
displays, demonstrations and plenty of food.
(828) 693-9708 / 800-828-4244
Foothills Highland Games
November 3, 2007 through November 3, 2007
Location - Jackson Park
Experience living history at the S.C.O.T.S. (Scottish Clans of the South, Inc.)
Annual gathering of the clans at the 6th Annual Foothills Highland Games and Festival.
Steeped in history and culture for nearly a thousand years, clansmen and chiefs have gathered
to compete in one of the most rigorous competitions in the world . . . the Scottish Highland Games.
Celebrate the Celtic heritage at the Foothills Highland Games and Festival
featuring Scottish athletics competition (caber toss, tugs of war and other feats of strength)
Highland dancers, sheep herding demonstrations, bagpipe bands, children's games,
parade of tartans, women's athletics, Scottish music & entertainment, food and much more.
(828) 693-9708 / 800-828-4244 |
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Jackson County, North Carolina
Dillsboro Antiques Fair
September 15, 2007
Location - Dillsboro
Spend an autumn day exploring the collections of Dillsboro's antique dealers.
Food, entertainment, antique cars and tractors, historical displays.
Music ranges from bluegrass to Celtic harp and bagpipes to blues and jazz guitar
The music will end at 4 followed by a jam session.
Dr. George Frizzell of WCU will be on hand to discuss
early photographs of Dillsboro and the town's place in the history of the county.
for more information jctta@nc-mountains.com
Appalachian Arts & Crafts Bazaar
October 20, 2007 through October 20, 2007
Location - Cullowhee Jackson County Recreation Center in Cullowhee, NC
Catch the Spirit of Appalachia...at the Second Annual Appalachian Arts & Crafts Bazaar,
established to celebrate the heritage hands of our area
and to showcase our unique mountain heritage. Traditional dress will be worn at the festival.
for more information 828-631-4587 or v.ammons@mchsi.com
Western Carolina University Pottery Festival
November 3, 2007
Location - Dillsboro
The annual festival celebrating the pottery of Western North Carolina
takes place along Front Street.
This juried event features the works of more than 20 highly-skilled potters
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Macon County, North Carolina
53rd Annual Macon County Fair
September 13, 2007 through September 16, 2007
Location - Macon County Fair Grounds, Hwy 441S
for more information 828-524-3267 or facc@franklin-chamber.com
Autumn Leaves Craft Show
October 11, 2007 through October 13, 2007
Thursday & Friday 10a.m. to 5p.m., Saturday 10a.m. to 4p.m.
Location - Macon County Fair Grounds, Hwy 441S
for more information 828-524-7384 or facc@franklin-chamber.com
15th Annual Smoky Mountain Art & Craft Fest
October 18, 2007 through October 20, 2007 - 10am to 5pm daily
Location - Macon County Fair Grounds, Hwy 441S
Featuring 80 of the finest and most unique Artisans ;
live music; great food & over 100 free door prizes donated by the Artists and Crafters.
for more information 828-524-6630 or facc@franklin-chamber.com
10th Annual Pumpkin Fest
Location - Main Street Franklin on Highlands Road
October 27, 2007 - 3 to 9 p.m.
Hayrides, After School Treats for the kids, Street Dance all in East Franklin Shopping Center
October 28, 2007 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Street festival along Main Street & crafts with lots of contests, autumn decorations
with all day entertainment, Pumpkin Roll down Phillips Street,
costume parade & contest,
pumpkin cooking contest, pumpkin decorating contest, scarecrows & more.
for more information - 828-524-6630 or facc@franklin-chamber.com |
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Tennessee
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Polk County Tennessee
Chilhowee Mountain Harvest Festival
October 19th & 20th • 10 am-5 pm
Location: The Showbarn Hwy 411 Benton, TN
The Mountain Harvest Festival is a special craft fair with regional food and music
that has been held for the last 28 years.
Suitable for large groups. The performances are indoors.
Concessions of healthful, tasty, and unique food available.
No Admission fee.
For more information, please contact:
Polk County-Copper Basin Chamber of Commerce 423-496-9000 The Showbarn 423-338-8649 |
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Sevier County, Tennessee
Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival
September 14, 2007 through October 31, 2007
Location - Downtown Gatlinburg Fall decorations, old fashioned hayrides, events, entertainment, and local craft exhibits.
for more information info@gatlinburg.com
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair
October 11, 2007 through October 28, 2007
Location - Downtown Gatlinburg
More than 200 booths featuring some of the nation's finest work.
Artists demonstrating on site, selling art. Live music.
for more information info@gatlinburg.com |
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