Easter Events in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge

Spring is in its full glory during Easter in the Great Smoky Mountains. The sunrises are glorious and for many, signify a very special spiritual connection. We have a list of things to do in both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge that will make your Easter weekend in the magnificent mountains even more special.

This year, Good Friday is April 15 and Easter is Sunday, April 17. Whatever Easter means to you and your family, you can be sure that spending them in the Smokies will give you and your loved ones an Easter memory that will last a lifetime.

Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts, Gatlinburg Convention Center, April 13-16

Easter in Gatlinburg

Peruse aisles of local artists and artisans wares and creations during this special weekend at the Gatlinburg convention center located at 234 Historic Nature Trail. Admission is free for the annual event and you’ll most likely find a beautiful treasure. Hosted by the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. The events are held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Easter Sunrise at Ober Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, April 17

Sponsored by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association, this annual event is a 30-40 minute worship service that begins at 6:30 a.m. on Easter Sunday. Ober Gatlinburg acts as host for the event and gives attendees free tram rides to the top of Mt. Harrison, beginning at 5:00 a.m. Talk about inspiring! In case of inclement weather, the service will be held at Ober Gatlinburg Mall near the ice skating rink. You can also enjoy brunch at their restaurant from 7:15 to 10:30 a.m.

Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, April 26-30, 2022

If you’re in the area a few days after Easter, the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage is a annual event that celebrates spring and the season. In it’s 72nd year, this is a guided tour that is very special — learn everything that makes the Great Smoky Mountains such a wonderful landmark and special place in our country. In 2019, more than 900 “pilgrims” from 32 states made the pilgrimage.

Breakfast or Brunch with the Easter Bunny, Old Mill Pottery House Cafe & Grill, Pigeon Forge, April 16

The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe & Grill will have the Easter Bunny on hand on Easter morning for breakfast and lunch, egg dying and more! Dress the kids in their Easter finery and get a photo plus eat some great food while there! The cost is $20/adult and $10/child ages 12 and under. Located in the Old Mill Historic District at 3341 Old Mill Street, it’s the perfect place to spend a sunny Easter morning. Call for reservations.

Pigeon Forge Easter Egg Hunt at Wear Farm City Park, April 16

Easter in Pigeon Forge

Join Pigeon Forge for a huge Easter Egg Hunt the Saturday before Easter beginning at 11 a.m. in Wear Farm City Park. The egg hunt will be divided into age groups and there will be games, inflatables, the Easter Bunny and fun activities for the whole family. Wear Park is located at 623 Wears Valley Road in Pigeon Forge.

Easter Services in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge

There are several places of worship should you and your family wish to attend a traditional Easter service. Try Church Finder to find Gatlinburg churches and Pigeon Forge churches.

Easter Cabins

Smoky Mountain Cabin Rentals

When you’re coming to the Smoky Mountains for Easter, you’ll love the homey, rustic feel of a cabin. Whether you need a huge cabin to host an extended family or a cozy cabin just for a couple, you can find what you need with Condo-World. Condo-World offers hundreds of cabins in Gatlinburg with a variety of amenities. Similarly, the Pigeon Forge cabins are plentiful with incredible views of the Great Smoky Mountains.

We hope you and your family have a beautiful and joyous Easter holiday.

Event Summary
Name
Easter in the Smokies
Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge,TN
Start Date
April 17, 2022
End Date
April 17, 2022
Description
Find all the Easter events in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge leading up to Easter on April 17, 2022.