Dollywood's National Gospel Music & Harvest Celebration Highlights Fall in the Smoky Mountains (Sept. 29 - Oct. 28, 2006)

Dollywood

Daredevil Falls

Dollywood features a variety of rides, including thrill, water, family and children's rides. This is a picture of Daredevil Falls, a thrill ride and boat expedition ending with a 60-foot drop.

Celebrate fall in the Smoky Mountains at Dollywood's National Gospel Music & Harvest Celebration! This month-long festival features some of the top Southern gospel performers in the country, as well as a huge selection of artists, crafters, and other down-home creations as Pigeon Forge celebrates the harvest season. Dollywood will be decked in the blazing oranges, yellows, and reds of fall as culinary artists flock to the festival with Southern favorites!

The sweet, inspiring sounds of Southern gospel music will be heard drifting through the park all month-long. Popular groups like the Crabb Family, the Pfeifers, and many others will be playing select dates. The National Gospel Music & Harvest Celebration at Dollywood will feature the following artists and performers at venues throughout the park:.

• Aaron Wilburn
  • Oct. 25
• Anchormen
  • Oct. 3-4
• Angelina McKeithen
  • Oct. 4 & Oct. 11
• Booth Brothers
  • Oct. 13-14
• Brian Free & Assurance
  • Oct. 15-16
• Crabb Family
  • Oct. 8 - 11
• Crystal River
  • Oct. 8 - 11
• CrossWay Quartet
  • Oct. 22 - 23
• Dixie Echoes
  • Sept. 29 - Oct. 1
• Dixie Melody Boys
  • Oct. 8
• Dottie Rambo
  • Oct. 20-22
• Dove Brothers Quartet
  • Oct. 1-2
• First Love
  • Sept. 30 & Oct. 1
• Florida Boys
  • Oct. 24 - 25
• Gann Brothers
  • Oct. 27-28
• Gold City
  • Oct. 6-7
• Gospel Enforcers
  • Oct. 6
• Heirline
  • Oct. 6-7
• Hoskins Family
  • Oct. 1-3
• Isaacs
  • Oct. 17-18
• Karen Peck & New River
  • Oct. 17-18
• Kingdom Heirs
  • Various dates
• Legacy Five
  • Oct. 9-10
• Mark Bishop
  • Oct. 13-14
• Mark Trammell Trio
  • Oct. 27-28
• McKameys
  • Oct. 20-21
• Mercy's Mark
  • Oct. 22-23
• Michael Combs
  • Oct. 7 & Oct. 23-24
• Mike Bowling
  • Sept. 29 - 30
• Peasall Sisters
  • Sept. 15-20
• The Perrys
  • Oct. 24-25
• Pfeifers
  • Oct. 13-15
• Ricky Atkinson & Compassion
  • Oct. 2-4
• Sounds of Victory
  • Oct. 14
• Steeles
  • Oct. 15-16
• Tony Gore
  • Oct. 27-28
• Whisnants
  • Oct. 20-21

In addition to the uplifting music and note-perfect harmonies of Southern gospel, the National Gospel Music & Harvest Celebration will feature some of the most unique arts, crafts, and wares to be found anywhere in the United States. Many crafters and artisans will sponsor demonstrations of their skills, and most will have products to sell as well.

As you stroll through the beautiful fall decor amidst blazing fall foliage in the crisp Smoky Mountain air, you'll find yourself transported to a simpler time at the National Gospel Music & Harvest Celebration at Dollywood.

Looking for lodging near the celebration? Be sure to consider these fantastic accommodations when planning your getaway to the Smoky Mountains around Pigeon Forge!

• Ramada Limited Suites
• Creekstone Inn
• Holiday Inn Resort Hotel
• Ramada Inn