Be among the first to celebrate America's Independence Day at the Midnight Independence Day Parade in downtown Gatlinburg.
As many as 100,000 spectators are expected to attend this annual event that honors all five branch of the military as part of the celebration. The parade offers a festival atmosphere complete with street performers, giant helium balloons,
Food vendors and entertainers will also be on hand to make sure this Fourth of July is more than just the first Independence Day celebration, but also the best! Later on Independence Day, the River Raft Regatta will take place at Christus Gardens.