Latest Past Events

Christmas in the Village 2024

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr, Townsend

Experience Smoky Mountain Traditions! Guests can celebrate the holiday season with family at the Heritage Center’s “Christmas in the Village” by stepping back in time to a pioneer celebration. Living history interpreters will welcome you as you venture through the holiday-adorned historic Appalachian village with handcrafting demonstrations allowing visitors to connect with the spirit and […]

$15

Very Scary 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Townsend Abbey 7765 River Rd, Townsend

The Very Scary 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run will start from the Townsend Abbey (7765 River Rd, Townsend, TN 37882) and will feature the scariest swag in the history of Very Scary 5Ks! Race, run, walk, or zombie crawl 5K (that's 3.1 long miles if you're a zombie) and take home: ➡️ Glowsticks ➡️ […]

Railroad Days Heritage Festival

Step back in time and explore the rich history of the railroad in the Smokies. A full weekend of Historic Fun Trains Tractors & More, History Demonstrations, Craft Vendors, Music, Food & Fun