Winter Magic and Chili Cook-off Event Offers Hot Winter Fun in Cold Weather

As the air gets cooler, spicy foods like chili become more appealing. Stop by the city of Gatlinburg and find your favorite chili of all time at the Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cook-off. This special fall event takes place November 10th and features a dazzling LED lights program, live music from talented artists in the area, and lots of chili. There is also a hot chili eating contest during the evening, so come prepared for the challenge if you think you can beat the heat and outeat the other contestants. It’s a night in Gatlinburg that exemplifies the charm and friendliness the area is known for.

While you’re in the area, make sure to see some of the area’s other great attractions with the Blue Ridge Activity Pass. This pass gives you admission to over 30 attractions including the Biltmore Estate, Chimney Rock Park, and Smoky Mountain Jet Boats. Your pass also includes savings on dining, shopping, and additional attractions. It’s a pass that saves you money and allows you to get a variety of fun activities for your vacation.

You can’t visit the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area without taking in one of their legendary shows. The Dixie Stampede is a classic family favorite in the area. This dinner and show combination features delicious Southern-style foods like rotisserie chicken and corn on the cob as well as a thrilling show. Horses and their trick riders will compete in the arena while you get to cheer them on. Nobody is left out of the excitement with this dinner show!

Winter Magic Carries On in Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge, TN

The holidays may have come and gone, but celebration still blankets the Smoky Mountains with Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge’s Winter Magic! Running through February 28, Winter Magic offers Gatlinburg visitors a festive winter escape complete with inviting light displays, a heart-warming Winter Special Olympics, and extreme sports excitement with Southern Exposure 2010.

In particular, Southern Exposure 2010, set to take place at Ober Gatlinburg Ski and Amusement Park on February 6, will offer adrenaline-pumping thrills as various skiing and snowboarding competitions are held. Aside from the standard competitions, Southern Exposure also features the always anticipated Cardboard Sled Classic Race, a raucous race that highlights homemade sleds comprised of cardboard, duct tape and whatever else participants find laying around their homes!

Those interested in experiencing Southern Exposure 2010 or any other events featured throughout Winter Magic can find a variety of lodging options throughout the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area online.

Aside from the many celebrations that take place during Winter Magic, Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge visitors can find a world of wonder and excitement with year-round attractions including Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and WonderWorks.

At Ripley’s Aquaarium of the Smokies, guests will journey through the depths of the sea, experiencing over 10,000 aquatic animals representing more than 350 different species. From Shark Lagoon to Sting Ray Bay, adventure awaits.

From the mysteries of the deep to the just plain curious, WonderWorks offers numerous interactive exhibits ranging from educational to just plain strange. Experience an earthquake at Quake Café, rest on an authentic bed of nails, or even get a work-out in on the indoor rock wall: you can do it all at WonderWorks.

Don’t spend the rest of your winter waiting for spring; get out and make the most of 2010 with Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge and the always memorable Winter Magic!

Winter Magic is Still Alive and Well in Gatlinburg, TN

Each winter, Gatlinburg puts on a magical display to match the cheer and festivity of the area, and this winter is certainly no exception. However, with February quickly approaching you’ll only have one month left to take in the down-home hospitality and winter wonder that comes to the forefront during Gatlinburg’s Winter Magic. Set to run until February 28, Winter Magic offers a sparkling display of joy. In total, more than three million lights blanket the Gatlinburg area during Winter Magic, with displays featured throughout town.

Of course, there are more than just light displays to explore while visiting Gatlinburg during the winter season. For example, the Black Bear Jamboree Dinner & Show offers an encompassing time of entertainment through a live show performance and delectable dining for a time the entire family can enjoy. You’ll find a high-energy, Broadway-style performance with a distinct Smoky Mountains touch. Bluegrass, country, gospel and more will be covered throughout the performance, showcasing the many regional music styles of the Tennessee area. Additionally, your time of dining will offer an authentic look at Tennessee dining, complete with southern style chicken, hickory pit barbecue ribs and a variety of down-home side dishes.

Another way to enjoy your meal in a setting completely unique to the Smokies is with a Picnic Carriage Ride. Both Picnic Carriage Rides for 2 and Picnic Carriage Rides for 4 are offered, so whether you’re traveling with the entire family or it is just you and that special someone, you’ll find the perfect setting. Along the ride you’ll take in the countryside of the Gatlinburg area, experiencing breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains. Additionally, you’ll be able to enjoy a prepared picnic lunch in the middle of a charming meadow for an experience that can completely immerse you in the nature of the area.