BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Smith Creek Resort | Luxury Cabins - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Smith Creek Resort | Luxury Cabins X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Smith Creek Resort | Luxury Cabins REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T030000 DTSTAMP:20260610T195239Z CREATED:20260610T195114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T195239Z UID:19872-1783123200-1783134000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg 4th of July Midnight Parade DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-4th-of-july-midnight-parade/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-4th-of-July-Midnight-Parade.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T180000 DTSTAMP:20260610T200111Z CREATED:20260610T200008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T200111Z UID:19875-1783162800-1783188000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg River Raft Regatta DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-river-raft-regatta/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-River-Raft-Regatta.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T220000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T233000 DTSTAMP:20260610T194923Z CREATED:20260610T194755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T194923Z UID:19880-1783202400-1783207800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg 4th of July Fireworks & Drone Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-4th-of-july-fireworks-drone-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-4th-of-July-Fireworks-Drone-Show.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260605T160540Z CREATED:20251202T230445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160540Z UID:15471-1783296000-1783814399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Applause Talent National Dance Competition DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/applause-talent-national-dance-competition/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hero-Image.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260612T164920Z CREATED:20260612T164809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164920Z UID:19883-1783296000-1783814399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Family Camp at Tremont DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-family-camp-at-tremont/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Family-Camp-at-Tremont.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260710T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260610T195808Z CREATED:20260610T195647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T195808Z UID:19889-1783677600-1784480400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-craftsmens-fair/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-Craftsmen_s-Fair-Summer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260724T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T164020Z CREATED:20260612T163853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164020Z UID:19895-1784923200-1784923200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Neal McCoy in Concert at Country Tonite Theatre DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/neal-mccoy-in-concert-at-country-tonite-theatre/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Neal-McCoy-in-Concert-at-Country-Tonite-Theatre.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260731T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T230000 DTSTAMP:20260612T164527Z CREATED:20260612T164415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164527Z UID:19898-1785492000-1785625200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-big-rig-showdown/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Big-Rig-Showdown.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260605T160219Z CREATED:20251120T190118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160219Z UID:14793-1785542400-1788220799@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Freedom DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/celebrate-freedom/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-37.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T230000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191525Z CREATED:20260616T191350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191525Z UID:20161-1786442400-1787180400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-songwriters-festival/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-Songwriters-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T170000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191130Z CREATED:20260616T191017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191130Z UID:20168-1786615200-1787418000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Military & Relic Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-military-relic-show/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Military-Relic-Show.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260814T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260605T155521Z CREATED:20251120T192710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T155521Z UID:14829-1786698000-1786813200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-bronco-stampede/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-39.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T210000 DTSTAMP:20260616T192528Z CREATED:20260616T192413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T192528Z UID:20158-1786807800-1786827600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-hot-air-balloon-festival/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Great-Smoky-Mountain-Hot-Air-Balloon-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823 DTSTAMP:20260605T185941Z CREATED:20251120T191324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185941Z UID:14814-1787184000-1787443199@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-jeep-club-invasion/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-38.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260829T200000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191914Z CREATED:20260616T191807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191914Z UID:20165-1787936400-1788033600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountains-half-marathon-5k/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Great-Smoky-Mountains-Half-Marathon-5K.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T140442Z CREATED:20260714T140105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T140442Z UID:20314-1789027200-1789232400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Shades of the Past Hot Rod Roundup DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/shades-of-the-past-hot-rod-roundup/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Shades-of-the-Past-Hot-Rod-Roundup.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260914T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261031T230000 DTSTAMP:20260626T140635Z CREATED:20260626T135518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T140635Z UID:20324-1789408800-1793487600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Dollywood's Harvest Festival featuring Great Pumpkin LumiNights DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/dollywoods-harvest-festival-featuring-great-pumpkin-luminights/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Dollywood_s-Harvest-Festival-featuring-Great-Pumpkin-LumiNights.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260605T185911Z CREATED:20251124T170055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185911Z UID:14830-1789603200-1789862399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/pigeon-forge-fall-rod-run/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-45.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T220000 DTSTAMP:20260714T142830Z CREATED:20260714T142413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T142830Z UID:21561-1790330400-1790460000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Townsend in the Smokies Fall Festival & BBQ Bash DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/townsend-in-the-smokies-fall-festival-bbq-bash/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Townsend-in-the-Smokies-Fall-Festival-BBQ-Bash.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T220000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T180000 DTSTAMP:20260714T144032Z CREATED:20260714T143356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T144032Z UID:21576-1790373600-1792864800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Pigeon Forge Rotary Club Crafts Festival DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/pigeon-forge-rotary-club-crafts-festival/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Pigeon-Forge-Rotary-Club-Crafts-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261003T223000 DTSTAMP:20260714T152617Z CREATED:20260714T150519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T152617Z UID:21590-1790533800-1791066600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:National Quartet Convention DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/national-quartet-convention/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/National-Quartet-Convention.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261101T220000 DTSTAMP:20260714T160915Z CREATED:20260714T155843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T160915Z UID:21620-1790848800-1793570400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:OktOBERfest at Ober Mountain DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/oktoberfest-at-ober-mountain/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/OktOBERfest-at-Ober-Mountain.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T163017Z CREATED:20260714T162634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T163017Z UID:21635-1791453600-1793206800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair (Fall) DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-craftsmens-fair-fall/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-Craftsmen_s-Fair-Summer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261016T210000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T000000 DTSTAMP:20260731T161902Z CREATED:20251124T170818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T161902Z UID:15047-1792184400-1793318400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Harvey’s Boo Bash at Dollywood DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/harveys-boo-bash-at-dollywood/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-46.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261101T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260605T185800Z CREATED:20251101T201447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185800Z UID:13605-1793530800-1799096400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/dollywoods-smoky-mountain-christmas/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260715T140658Z CREATED:20260715T135835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T140658Z UID:21689-1793959200-1794164400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:SANCP: Mammals at Tremont Institute DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/sancp-mammals-at-tremont-institute/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SANCP-Mammals-at-Tremont-Institute.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260605T185730Z CREATED:20251101T200602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185730Z UID:13591-1793977200-1802725200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Pigeon Forge Winterfest Kickoff 2025 DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/pigeon-forge-winterfest-kickoff-2025/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270110T210000 DTSTAMP:20260716T164220Z CREATED:20260716T163702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T164220Z UID:21872-1793980800-1799614800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Outdoor Ice Skating at Wilderness at the Smokies DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/outdoor-ice-skating-at-wilderness-at-the-smokies/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Outdoor-Ice-Skating-at-Wilderness-at-the-Smokies.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270228T000000 DTSTAMP:20260715T134820Z CREATED:20260715T133724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T134820Z UID:21672-1793982600-1803772800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Winter Magic Celebration DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-winter-magic-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Gatlinburg-Winter-Magic-Celebration.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261106T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260605T185703Z CREATED:20251101T195930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185703Z UID:13539-1793986200-1802725200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Winterfest Night Flight DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/winterfest-night-flight/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR