Festivals
Fill Your Calendar With Family Fun
Search our list of festivals and celebrations to plan your vacation around a signature event or browse things to do in Bryson City this weekend. You’ll find visitor favorites like Freedom Fest, Fourth of July fireworks and much more.
Upcoming Festivals
Fall at Darnell Farms
Join us for an unforgettable autumn adventure at Darnell Farms' Annual Scenic Hayride…
Waterfall Walk at Deep Creek
Breathe in the crisp mountain air on this easy, ranger-guided walk along Deep Creek…
Bluegrass River Jam
Come spend the day with us at the Farm. Bluegrass bands will be playing throughout…
Smoky Mtn Arts Festival 2023
Meet over twenty professional artists and ten community artists at our Annual Smoky…
Haunted Corn Maze
No one is spared or safe in this Haunted Maze… October 10/21 - 10/23 October 10/26…
Plow Day & Harvest Festival
Come out to Darnell Farms for this spectacular 2 day event with plow demonstrations…
Halloween Hootenanny
A smashing Halloween celebration featuring independent hip-hop & country artists…
Downtown Trick or Treat Bryson City
Bryson City Annual Downtown Trick or Treating! Enjoy a couple hours of safe fun!…
Thanksgiving Week
Bring the family to the Smokies for a festive Thanksgiving feast at the Mountview…
Christmas Wonderland Hayride
Wed-Sat Evenings in November and December. It's a Christmas Wonderland at Darnell…
More Bryson City Events
Annual Events & Festivals
From celebrations for all holidays and the Polar Express to craft fairs, markets…
Railroad Events
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, one of Bryson City’s signature attractions…
Fall Events
Cool mountain air, colorful leaves, gatherings around the fire pit - find fall events…
Christmas & Holiday
The Christmas holiday season is extra special in Bryson City. A drive-thru light…
Concerts & Live Music
Catch some authentic Appalachian live music at our Farmers Market, or pull up to the…
Valentines Day
Spend a romantic weekend in Bryson City. From cozy cabins to train excursions, to a…
Spring & Easter
Visit Bryson City and the Great Smoky Mountains for events and things to do.
Strawberry Jam
A spectacular half marathon and 5K run with a Smoky Mountain setting at Darnell Farm…
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