by Gary Bailey | Aug 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival is almost here! On August 21 and 22, some of Nashville’s best songwriters will gather right here at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn for two days of live music, hit songs, and the stories behind them. The songwriting seminar and...
by Gary Bailey | Jul 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
One of my favorite things about staying at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn is that you never have to get in your car. Some of Gatlinburg’s best experiences are only a few minutes away. Others take a little longer, but reward you with a quieter stroll and a chance to...
by Gary Bailey | Jun 29, 2026 | Attractions, Holidays
If you’ve never experienced Independence Day in Gatlinburg, you’re in for something special. Gatlinburg doesn’t just celebrate the Fourth of July – it practically owns it. In fact, our city hosts the very first Independence Day parade in the...
by Gary Bailey | Jun 24, 2026 | History
Throughout its long history, the Historic Gatlinburg Inn has welcomed artists, musicians, writers, and storytellers from across the country. Among those believed to have passed through its doors was legendary folk musician and balladeer John Jacob Niles, a man whose...
by Gary Bailey | May 20, 2026 | Attractions, Festivals, Music, Special Events, Things to do
What’s the best way to hear a song? Up close, face to face, surrounded by stories, laughter, and the people who wrote it. That’s exactly what makes the Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival such a unique experience. Held inside the historic Gatlinburg Inn, this...