TaleSpin Festival Brings Unique Entertainment to Chattanooga, TN

On May 14th and 15th, the TaleSpin Festival comes to Chattanooga, TN. Storytellers from all over the nation come and spin tales for listeners who gather together for the occasion. Learn about history and culture from people who can weave it into an interesting story. Share humor with other visitors who experience the stories with you. The TaleSpin Festival brings people together in a unique way. 

While you’re in Chattanooga for the TaleSpin Festival, you’ll also want to go and see the natural attractions the area is famous for. Many of these attractions are featured in the Lookout Mountain Attractions. Explore Rock City, Ruby Falls, and the Incline Railway on this tour. Gorgeous rock formations in Rock City, a beautiful underground waterfall in Ruby Falls, and a ride on the world’s steepest passenger railway with the Incline Railway are enough entertainment for everyone on this tour. 

For more natural scenery attractions, visit some of the amazing caverns in Chattanooga. The beauty of the scenery above the ground is incredible, but don’t underestimate the caverns. Caverns like the ones in the Crystal Palace Cave Tours are sure to thrill you with their beauty and the mystery their dark corners provide. For an entirely out of the ordinary cavern tour go on the Sequoyah Caverns Tour with Visit to Ellis Homestead tour which has a Lantern Tour that is one of a kind. The other half of this tour is called the Looking Glass tour and features underground reflecting pools that show a different view of the caverns.

Musical Magic in Nashville, TN

A brand new sensation has opened up at the Grand Ole Opry.  Pickin’ and Grinnin’ featuring Mike Snider from the legendary HEE HAW is the comedic new show at the Opry. Snider will be performing his very own hilarous musical classics such as “The Fur Coat” and “Born to Shop.” In addition to the music and storytelling, there will also be magic. Magician Scott Cantrell goes on after Snider to amaze the audience with his performance. The show is sure to be an experience worth remembering. 

In addition to Pickin’ and Grinnin,’ the Grand Ole Opry has Opry Country Classics. The history of country music is turned into a live performance where country music favorites will be performing time honored classics for the audience. New and old country stars will be bringing joy to everyone in the Opry with their beautiful performances. 

The historic Ryman Auditorium where the Grand Ole Opry traditions began has the show Ryman Bluegrass Nights where bluegrass music is played and honored as we first got to know it in 1945. Current performers of bluegrass will be playing at Ryman Bluegrass Nights.

Fun June Festivals in Gatlinburg

While Gatlinburg offers fun activities and entertainment year round, the summer festivals featured in the city are a great reason to visit. You can visit these events while also enjoying all of the other attractions in the city, which will make your vacation unique and memorable.

A unique annual event in the area is the Smoky Mountain Storytelling Festival. Containing events and features to appeal to visitors of all ages, this festival offers a weekend full of entertainment. The festival takes place June 4-6 and is located at the Country Tonite Theater. Aspects of the weekend include storytelling sessions with professional storytellers, a Haunts and Haints Trolley Tour, and the National Youth Storytelling Showcase. Sure to be a memorable weekend, this festival is a unique addition to any Gatlinburg vacation.

For bluegrass music lovers, the Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival is a must-see festival. Happening on June 11-13, the festival takes place at Dumplin Ridge Farm in nearby Kodak, TN. Headliners of the festival include musical acts Rhonda Vincent & the Rage, The Grascals, The Bluegrass Brothers, and Greenbriar. Bluegrass workshops are also planned for the weekend, and an arts and crafts showcase and food vendors will also be on location. This picturesque farm in the Smoky Mountains is the perfect location to experience bluegrass, making this festival a great reason to come to Gatlinburg.

For travelers who are fans of both bluegrass and storytelling, the Gatlinburg’s Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales in Downtown Gatlinburg is a perfect event. This event begins on June 12 and continues for the rest of the summer until August 8. Each night, performers will be placed throughout downtown for your entertainment. The acts you will see range from costumed dulcimer performers to storytellers a clogging act. With many of Gatlinburg’s attractions downtown, this festival will be the perfect addition to a vacation itinerary filled with shows.

We offer a wide range of hotels and attraction options for Gatlinburg that will complete your vacation. Whether spending a day at Dollywood or enjoying the music at the Black Bear Jamboree Dinner & Show, you will be sure to have an exciting vacation in Gatlinburg.