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Wednesday Night Kickoff

$10 ADMISSION

Country Grass with Larry Cordle & Smokey Mountain All Stars featuring 
Randall Hibbitts  |  Alex Leach  |  Wyatt Ellis  |  Tom Isaac  |  Noah Goebel

7pm - 10pm | Ole Red | 511 Parkway, Gatlinburg | Traffic Light #3
Doors open @ 6pm

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Thursday, November 20

3:00 pm
Welcome: Doug Whitley, Royce Jordan

3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
Williamson Branch

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Nothin’ Fancy

5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Ralph Stanley II & the Clinch Mountain Boys

7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Country Grass with Larry Cordle

8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Lonesome River Band

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Friday, November 21

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Alaskan Sunnyside Sisters

12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
Edgar Loudermilk

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road

3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Larry Efaw & Bluegrass Mountaineers

4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
SUPPER BREAK

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Mountain Highway

7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Larry Sparks & Lonesome Ramblers

8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Rhonda Vincent & the Rage

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Saturday, November 22

11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Davis Bradley

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Billy & The Kids

1:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Blue Ridge Thunder

2:00 pm– 2:45 pm
Gospel Plowboys

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road

4:00 pm– 4:30 pm
Military Tribute & CITS T-Shirt Photos

4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
SUPPER BREAK

6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
Blue Ridge Thunder

6:45 pm – 7:30 pm
Gospel Plowboys

7:30 pm
Guitar Giveaway

8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Malpass Brothers

9:30 pm
END OF SHOWS

Blue Ridge Thunder Bluegrass Band: Spirit of the Mountains

Step into the heart of the Shenandoah Valley and you’ll find the spirited sounds of Blue Ridge Thunder — a bluegrass band that brings warmth, tradition, and mountain-music joy to every stage.

Hailing from the Virginia region known for its bluegrass roots, Blue Ridge Thunder has built a reputation for rollicking rhythms, tight harmonies, and lively instrumentation. Fans often mention how their performances bring to mind the communal spirit of old-time gatherings while also keeping things fresh and energetic.

At festivals, fairs, and community events across Virginia and beyond, the band captivates audiences with their love for the music and genuine stage presence. With banjo rolls, fiddle drive, and vocal harmonies that soar, Blue Ridge Thunder delivers a bluegrass experience that’s both rooted and uplifting.

Whether you’re a longtime bluegrass aficionado or just discovering the genre, catching Blue Ridge Thunder live is a chance to feel the heritage of the mountains—honored, celebrated, and shared with a big smile. Their music reminds us that bluegrass is not just sound but community, story, and joy.

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Hotels in Gatlinburg
Limited rooms with group rates. 

Secure Your Special Group Rate

Enjoy a discounted rate of $179.00 per night at the Courtyard Marriott Downtown

Booking Deadline: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Reserve your room now for Christmas in the Smokies using the link below:
Book Your Group Rate

Right across the street: 865-436-2008
315 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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Hampton
Inn

5-minute walk/FREE Breakfast

 865-436-4933

967 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

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Sidney James
Mountain Lodge

Trolly is available to many attractions

865-436-7851

610 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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Microtel Inn
and Suites

Right across the street

865-436-0107

211 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738

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Glenstone
Lodge

5-minute walk

865-436-9361

504 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

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Reagan Resorts
865-436-5607

Gillette
Hotel

Right across from the entrance

865-436-5601

235 Historic Nature Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Website

Baymont by Wyndham
865-325-9751

LeConte Motor Lodge
A Ramada by Wyndham

In front of the Convention Center on the main strip

865-436-5032

929 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Website

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
865-412-1004

Super 8
865-436-2222

Gatlinburg Town Square
865-436-2039

Econo Lodge
865-436-7991

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Bluegrass Christmas in the Smokies

Advanced Ticket Prices
  • $125 - Reserved Center
  • $115 - Advance Reserved (Left & Right)
  • $100 - General Admission 3 days
  • $50 - General Admission Day Tickets
  • Only coming one day? We’ve got you covered with Single Day Reserved Seating available directly through the Jordan Entertainment office.  

    Call (919) 779-5672 Ext. 1 to reserve your spot!
    Taxes & processing fees NOT included in ticket price
    No refunds after 9/20/2025
Parking 
 
Parking at hotels is free
 
Parking lots walking distance of Gatlinburg Convention Center and Mills Auditorium - $5 to $20

More Information Here
Campgrounds
 
(5 Minutes Out)

Leconte Campground
865-436-4990

Twin Creek Campground
800-252-8077
 
Gatlinburg Convention Center
Mills Auditorium
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234 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN

Goodnight Entertainment

For Tickets to Bluegrass Christmas in the Smokies

BUY TICKETS HERE or call 919-609-6740 Mon-Fri (leave a message anytime) or use the contact form here. For band information, call 919-779-5672 Ext 1