Fall in The Smokies

Plan Your Fall Getaway
Fall is one of the most spectacular times to visit Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains. Colorful fall foliage, crisp mountain air, seasonal festivals, and classic autumn traditions fill the area with things to see and do. Make Camp Margaritaville Resort Pigeon Forge your home base for a fall getaway in the Smokies.

Make Camp Margaritaville Your Fall Home Base
Stay at The Lodge or bring your RV and settle in for a fall getaway in the Smokies. Located just minutes from area attractions and the Great Smoky Mountains, Camp Margaritaville makes it easy to explore all day and relax when you return. Enjoy resort activities, onsite dining, and unwind with a margarita, cocktail or cold beer after a full day of fall adventures.

Experience Fall in the Great Smoky Mountains

Fall transforms the Great Smoky Mountains into a spectacular display of red, orange and gold, making it one of the most beautiful times of year to explore the national park.

Take the Scenic Route

Take a scenic drive along Newfound Gap Road, spend a day exploring the historic Cades Cove Loop, or travel through Wears Valley and along the Foothills Parkway for sweeping mountain views and plenty of places to stop and take it all in.

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See Cades Cove by Hayride

See Cades Cove from a different perspective with a scenic hayride through the valley. The open-air ride takes you through the historic valley surrounded by mountain views, meadows and fall foliage.

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Fall Events & Festivals

Dollywood Harvest Festival >
September 14-October 31
Celebrate fall at Dollywood with seasonal décor and flavors, live bluegrass, country and Southern gospel music, rides and thousands of glowing pumpkins after dark during Great Pumpkin LumiNights.

Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Fall Crafts Festival >
September 25–October 24
Browse handmade arts and crafts from local and regional artisans at Patriot Park while enjoying fall in the heart of Pigeon Forge.

Ober Oktoberfest >
September 25–November 1
Head to Gatlinburg for a taste of Bavaria in the Smokies with seasonal food, entertainment and Oktoberfest traditions surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.

Townsend Fall Heritage Festival >
September 25–26
Experience Smoky Mountain traditions with bluegrass music, arts and crafts, demonstrations, storytelling and Appalachian heritage.

Kyker Farms Corn Maze >
September 26–October 31
Spend a fall day on the farm with four corn mazes, hayrides, a pumpkin patch, an educational barn, bonfires, slides, a corn tub and zip line.

Apple Festival at The Apple Barn >
October 2–4 and October 9–11
Head to The Apple Barn in Sevierville for live entertainment, demonstrations and plenty of apple-inspired fall fun.

Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair >
October 8–28
Discover more than 200 booths filled with one-of-a-kind handmade items, watch talented artisans demonstrate their crafts and enjoy live country, bluegrass and gospel music.

Wears Valley Fall Fest >
October 16–18
Celebrate fall against a beautiful Smoky Mountain backdrop with local crafts, entertainment, seasonal food, family activities, a pumpkin patch and more.

A Taste of Fall

Apple Favorites

Fall is the perfect season to explore the flavors of the Smokies. Visit The Apple Barn & Cider Mill in Sevierville for fresh cider and apple treats, then enjoy the famous apple fritters and apple butter at Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant and Grill.

Seasonal Dining

For a memorable night out, The Appalachian brings a modern take on Appalachian cuisine to historic downtown Sevierville, with seasonal ingredients and dishes prepared over a wood-burning hearth. Nearby, Seasons 101 celebrates the flavors of each season with a creative, ever-changing menu.

Fall Comfort Food

On a crisp fall day, enjoy German-inspired favorites and Oktoberfest spirit at Wild Bear Tavern, or head to The Old Mill Restaurant for hearty Southern favorites like fried chicken and pot roast in a historic Smoky Mountain setting.