Free Weekend Events In Townsend And The Great Smoky Mountains
By Denese. Filed in East TN, Frugal living |
It’s supposed to be a beautiful weekend in the Smoky Mountains and there are all kinds of free things to do!
Concert in Townsend Tonight (not free but very low-cost)
Friday,April 9, 2010
Music of the Mountains -An evening of Celtic Music with the Good Thymes Ceilidh Band.
- Location: Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend, Tn -(865) 448-0044
- Time: 7:00pm (gates open at 6:00pm)
- Admission: $4/free for members
Free Events In Townsend
Saturday, April 10 -Sunday, April 11, 2010
Art Exhibit -by Cathy Coulter
- Location: Townsend Visitors Center at 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Townsend, TN
- Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Book Launch -by author Lin Stepp
- Location: Tuckaleechee Retreat Center at 160 Bear Lodge Drive, Townsend, TN 37882
- Time: 1:00pm – 4:00 pm
Free Events In Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Enjoying Spring`s Beauty -Experience a guided hike observing the spring season through the beauty of wildflowers on the Chestnut Top Trail. Duration: 1 hour, 1 mile roundtrip -moderately difficult due to steep trail, wear sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots. Repeats on May 1.
- Location: Chestnut Top Trail -Meet at the parking lot at the intersection of State Road 73 (Townsend entrance road) and Little River Road, also known as the Townsend Wye.
- Time: 9:3am to 10:30am
Cataract Falls Walk -Take an easy stroll to a beautiful waterfall and learn more about the Great Smokies. Repeats every Saturday through May 1.
- Location: Sugarlands Visitor Center Patio
- Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
Bear with Us -Learn about some of the characteristics of the North American black bear and how to observe these wonderful animals. This is a great activity for Junior Rangers. Wheelchair accessible, repeats every Saturday through May 15.
- Location: Sugarlands Visitor Center Patio
- Time: 1:00pm to 1:30pm
Music of the Mountains -Old time music of the southern mountains, featuring a variety of musical groups, including Matt Morelock, Tony Thomas, and Boogertown Gap.
- Location: Sugarlands Visitor Center -Call (865)-436-1291 for details.
- Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Also see: Music of the Mountains Schedule
Junior Ranger: Fishy Facts -Come join a Ranger for a short walk down to the river to learn about the Smokies fish species. Wheelchair accessible, repeats next week and the first three Saturdays in May.
- Location: Oconaluftee Visitor Center, South Porch
- Time: 10:30am to 11:00am
Down on the Farm -Walk down to the farm for a glimpse into the past. Demonstrations vary. Wheelchair accessible, repeats repeats next week and the first three Saturdays in May.
- Location: Mountain Farm Museum adjacent to Oconaluftee Visitor Center
- Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Sunday Morning in Sugarlands Valley -Reflect on how old-time religion satisfied both spiritual and social needs of the mountain people on this easy, one mile walk. Repeats every Sunday through May 9.
- Location: Sugarlands Visitor Center
- Time: 10:30am to 11:30am
Bear with Us -Learn about some of the characteristics of the North American black bear and how to observe these wonderful animals. This is a great activity for Junior Rangers. Wheelchair accessible, repeats every Sunday through May 9.
- Location: Sugarlands Visitor Center Patio
- Time: 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Junior Ranger: Charismatic Mega-fauna -”What is “charismatic mega-fauna”? Where can I see it? Find out from a ranger if there is something we`re not telling you!” Wheelchair accessible, repeats every Sunday through May 9.
- Location: Oconaluftee Visitor Center, South Porch
- Time: 10:30am to 11:00am
Ranger Guided Hike: Where the Waters Sing! -Join a ranger and experience the melody of the mountains. Hike is 2 hours, 4 miles round-trip and moderate difficulty. Repeats every Sunday through May 9.
- Location: Kephart Prong Trailhead
- Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm
More Information About The Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains Directions -includes driving directions, traffic and travel tips, maps and trip planner
Great Smoky Mountains Schedule of Events -calendar of upcoming events, search by date
Blessings and have a lovely weekend,Denese
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