Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
Visitors can browse exclusive handcrafted holiday gifts made by skilled local artisans using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Offerings include intricately designed quilts, carved straw brooms, woven baskets, hand-dipped candles, Victorian ceramic pitchers, and pottery. Guests can also shop for unique handmade jewelry and view paintings portraying mountain life and scenic landscapes.
What to Expect
Handcrafted gifts from the country's largest collective of independent artisans.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Handmade gift shoppers and craft lovers
Vibe
Festive and artisanal
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Opens at 10:00 am daily; closes at 5:00 pm on weekdays and Saturday, and 4:00 pm on Sunday.
Tips & Advice
- Allow time to browse the range of handcrafted goods, from quilts and baskets to candles, pottery, jewelry and paintings.
- Look for work by potters and weavers if you want to see clay and fabric being transformed into art.
- Choose between the Thanksgiving and Christmas show sessions based on which dates fit your visit.
- Keep the Sunday closing schedule in mind when planning a visit, as the show closes earlier that day than on weekdays and Saturdays.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show runs November 24–29.
- The Christmas Arts & Crafts Show runs November 30–December 6.
- Sunday closing differs from weekdays and Saturday.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of handmade items can visitors browse?
The show features quilts, carved straw brooms, woven baskets, hand-dipped candles, Victorian ceramic pitchers, pottery, handmade jewelry and paintings.
Which artisans present the festival?
Members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community present the handcrafted items.
Are there separate Thanksgiving and Christmas show sessions?
Yes. The Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show runs November 24–29, followed by the Christmas Arts & Crafts Show November 30–December 6.
Can visitors see artisans making their work?
The festival describes visitors witnessing potters and weavers transforming clay and fabric into works of art.
What are the Sunday closing arrangements?
The craft show closes earlier on Sundays than on weekdays and Saturdays.
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