by Gary Bailey | May 16, 2025 | Music
There’s something about the Smoky Mountains that stirs the soul. Maybe it’s the way the morning fog rolls down the ridges like a slow dance. Maybe it’s the rustle of the wind through the trees, or the hush that settles over town as dusk drapes the peaks in blue....
by Gary Bailey | Jan 31, 2023 | Events, Festivals, Music
From the Gatlinburg Songwriters Board of Directors Thank you to everyone who helped make our last two years a big hit! We have been so fortunate to have had the best songwriters, volunteers, sponsors, and patrons supporting our festival. We are hoping to continue in...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 24, 2022 | Festivals, Music, Reviews, Special Events
The 2022 edition of the Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival wrapped up on Sunday, August 21st. Dozens of top songwriters and up-and-comers descended on our little mountain town to perform and mingle with other songwriters and artists. Visitors to Gatlinburg were treated...
by Gary Bailey | Jul 19, 2022 | Festivals, Music, Special Events, Things to do
The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival is back for 2022, bigger and better than ever! This year’s installment once again features a slew of the very best and most successful songwriters with HUNDREDS of number one hits to their credit. The event is headlined by the...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 31, 2021 | Attractions, History, Music, News
On August 19th, the Historic Gatlinburg had a rare honor bestowed upon it, which is its inclusion as a Tennessee Music Pathways destination. Tennessee Music Pathways is a set of destinations throughout the state that are recognized as playing significant roles in...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 18, 2021 | Festivals, Music
Below is the final schedule for the 2021 Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival.