When it comes to planning for the perfect vacation getaway you know you can always count on a great time here in Gatlinburg. The Great Smoky Mountains surround our travel destination and offer plenty of activities and attractions nearby. The summer kicks off this year with Memorial Day for a long weekend of fun and excitement. Spend your Gatlinburg Memorial Day weekend with us and experience the area with the warming weather and plenty to see and do. Take a look at why you should stay in Gatlinburg for Memorial Day this year:
Ober Gatlinburg Mayfest
While Gatlinburg does not typically host any specific Memorial Day events over the holiday there are plenty of events in the area to join in on. Each year Ober Gatlinburg, where you will find some of the best ski slopes in the state during the winter, hosts their Mayfest Celebration. Mayfest is a traditional German event that highlights the history and culture of German heritage while also highlighting the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. The festival features plenty of authentic German food and drinks such as brats, sauerkraut, and plenty of German beer on tap. Obergarten is the event’s beer garden where you can also find plenty of domestic beer too. Ober Gatlinburg will be decked out in beautiful wildflowers all over the property. This year’s Ober Gatlinburg Mayfest Celebration will take place from May 20th through the 30th ending just over the Memorial Day Weekend.
Hike the Great Smoky Mountains, National Park
The biggest attraction in Gatlinburg will always be the Great Smoky Mountains National Park making it a must-see during your Memorial Day stay. This expansive park features several different areas to hike and explore. The warmer weather around Memorial Day is completely inviting and the shady trees will always keep direct sunlight off of you. The park features windy hiking trails of various difficulty levels but most not being too challenging. Visitors can pay their respects during their hike along the Cades Cove Loop where the Pearl Harbor Tree is located at. Expect to see incredible views such as wildflowers, lush forests, waterfalls, rivers, and much more. Best of all, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park never has an entrance fee so you can visit for absolutely free. The park will most likely be on the busier side during the holiday weekend so make sure to hit the trails early!
Visit Nearby Attractions
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge both offer a variety of attractions that will be open during the holiday weekend for you to visit. This includes Ripley’s Aquarium which features some incredible aquatic animals and fish on display. You can pair a visit to the aquarium with other Ripley attractions such as the Haunted Adventure or Believe It or Not! Odditorium. The neighboring city of Sevierville offers some thrills with its Soaky Mountain Waterpark. This 50-acre waterpark has a variety of slides, rides, and pools for you to splash off in. Memorial Day weekend is when the park starts its extended summer hours. You can explore the outdoor playground that is Anakeesta right here in Gatlinburg. This adventure hub has everything you want to keep you entertained such as zip lines, gondola rides, suspended bridges, treetop walkways, and so much more. Anakeesta typically offers a special discount for service members for Memorial Day so make sure to take up their offer. Additionally, Anakeesta also provides honorary ceremonies for the holiday too.
Host Your Own Memorial Day BBQ
Of course, the one activity that most people think of Memorial Day with is a BBQ. Most of us around the country celebrate Memorial Day with friends and family around the BBQ grill to make a delicious meal. Just because you are visiting Gatlinburg does not mean you have to skip out on this typical tradition. Our vacation rentals offer a variety of amenities to keep you comfortable all stay long. This includes most of our rentals offering gas BBQ grills located in spacious yards. Each grill is ready to use so you can purchase your meat of choice in town and grill it to perfection back at the vacation rental. Large backyard spaces allow everyone in your group to hang out in the beautiful weather of Tennessee. These rentals also have plenty to enjoy inside too, such as gourmet kitchens where you can prepare a variety of side dishes. Dining room tables let you all sit down at once. Do not miss out on these special amenities exclusive to our rentals!
Memorial Day is Almost Here
Memorial Day is a popular travel weekend so make sure to book your vacation rental in advance. Browse our selection of rentals today and see which rental is calling out your name in Gatlinburg.
