Another big German tradition for Oktoberfest is a Maypole dance! With just three simple steps, you can create this dance for many to enjoy during the celebration. Put the maypole together. To do this you will need a tall pole and strong ribbons. First, plant the pole in the desired spot. Second, attach the ribbons…
When it comes to bringing out-of-the-country ideas into our festivals in the United States, we need to do a lot of research. There are many kinds of European traditions that are used within our borders. One of those traditions is Oktoberfest brought in from Germany. Oktoberfest is a yearly autumn festival held in Munich,…
Ober Gatlinburg is just around the 3,000-foot mark in terms of elevation. This means that Ober is at a significant disadvantage as compared to the multitude of other ski areas in the southeast. There are plenty of reasons to visit Ober this winter for all your skiing needs. We are in one of the most…
There are 11 Million people who come to visit the Smoky Mountains every year. This is an unbelievable number of people many of whom come to see the leaves change in the fall. The hills turn into rolling waves of the Smoky Mountains filled with every color imaginable. The vivid green, yellow, orange, and red…
At the top of Mt. Harrison, there is a band that reflects the soul of Gatlinburg. The Mountain Grass Band, for over 30 years, has blessed Ober Gatlinburg with their incredible bluegrass music. Ride up the scenic chairlift at Ober and your senses are filled with beautiful bluegrass music coupled with the amazing views of…
