Experience the magic of autumn in the Smokies during the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival in Gatlinburg, running from September through late November 2025. This beloved annual event captures the vibrant spirit of fall with seasonal displays, family-friendly activities, and immersive community fun throughout downtown Gatlinburg.
This year, the Gatlinburg Harvest Festival is bigger and better than ever, giving visitors even more time to enjoy the peak fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains. Local businesses and residents go all-out decorating their storefronts with over-the-top harvest displays, and you can help choose the winner by voting in the People’s Choice Award for Best Harvest Decorations.
🎃 Don’t Miss These Fall Highlights in Gatlinburg:
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Life-size, 3D scarecrow people featured throughout downtown
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The popular Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt (download the Visit Gatlinburg app to find all 30 scarecrows)
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Seasonal photo ops, themed decorations, and fun for the whole family
Whether you’re looking for festive fall photo spots, autumn events in the Smokies, or free things to do in Gatlinburg this fall, the Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival is your must-visit destination.
Plan your fall getaway now and experience why Gatlinburg is one of the best fall destinations in the Smoky Mountains!
Learn more – https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/gatlinburg-harvest-festival/642/
