Summertime in the Smokies
What a great time of year! We're only a few days into Summer and we're already feeling it! When the calendar creeps toward July, you can rest assured that things are going to heat up in East Tennessee.

With that changing of the months, we also know that a celebration is right ahead. We're talking about the FOURTH OF JULY! Every year we take a day to celebrate our nation's Independence and there are sure to be some celebrations around us this year.

If you want to be one of the first people in the United States to celebrate the Fourth of July, then head to Gatlinburg late Tuesday night. This year, the city will put on it's 37th Annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade. Every year at the stroke of midnight, the group of patriotic paraders heads toward downtown Gatlinburg to start the celebration with more than 100,000 people!

After a safe Wednesday out and about, you're welcome back to Gatlinburg for the Fireworks Finale right downtown. The city puts on a great fireworks show that starts around 10 PM and you'll be able to see the display from nearly anywhere in downtown Gatlinburg.

If you're looking for something in Pigeon Forge, be sure to check out the 22nd Annual Patriot Festival at Patriot Park. Swing by the park for festivities that last from Noon until 10 PM on July 4th. Finish the night with live music from country star John Anderson and an unforgettable fireworks display in front of the Smoky Mountains.

Don't forget to book your luxury cabin for the week! Stay with Great Cabins! in the Smokies for the best Smoky Mountain vacation you can find. Take advantage of our 24/7 Online Reservations and our exceptional customer service staff ready to help you! You're going to love your stay with Great Cabins! in the Smokies, we GUARANTEE it.

Have a safe and very Happy Fourth of July!