Gatlinburg Space Needle

08/31/2026

We’re delighted to share that Dolly’s light will continue to shine over Gatlinburg. 💗

The Gatlinburg Space Needle will glow pink each night through 9/25, lighting up the night sky in celebration of Dolly and the joy, kindness, and color she has brought to our Smoky Mountain home. 🦋

📷 This beautiful photo is by Smoky Mountain Faith, Food & Fun

08/26/2026

For the queen of Appalachia, the Gatlinburg Space Needle is lighting up pink through the week. We hope this beacon of joy helps bring our community comfort during this difficult time. We love you, Dolly. Thank you for everything. 🦋

07/03/2026

🇺🇸🎆 We’re honored to be part of one of the Southeast’s premier Independence Day celebrations!

The City of Gatlinburg puts on an incredible Fourth of July celebration each year, and we’re proud that the Gatlinburg Space Needle plays such a big role in the night’s grand finale.

Join us in downtown Gatlinburg for an unforgettable evening:

🎧 9:00 PM – DJ Dance Party at the Shade Tree Parking Lot
🚁 9:50 PM – A spectacular 200-drone patriotic light show launches from the top of the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
🎇 10:00 PM – Then look to the sky as the grand fireworks finale launches from the Gatlinburg Space Needle!

Before the festivities begin, stop by Arcadia, located at the base of the Space Needle, for classic and modern arcade games, great prizes, and fun for the whole family.

The city celebration is free and open to the public, so arrive early to enjoy downtown Gatlinburg, find parking, and grab a great viewing spot before road closures begin.

A huge thank you to the Visit Gatlinburg for bringing this incredible celebration to our community. We can’t wait to celebrate America’s birthday with all of you! 🇺🇸✨

📸 Spectacular photo by Joshua McGrath

02/21/2026

01/01/2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

12/30/2025

12/30/2025

We’ve tested the ball drop and we’re ready, Gatlinburg! ✨

Ring in 2026 with us at the Gatlinburg Space Needle during the annual New Year’s Eve Celebration.

Did you know? This enormous 15-foot-tall LED Mega Ball—nearly 50 feet in circumference—is the largest LED-lit New Year’s Eve ball in the world, with the longest drop distance of any celebration!

Join us in downtown Gatlinburg for the iconic midnight ball drop and an unforgettable start to the new year. 🎆

12/30/2025

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Gatlinburg Space Needle 🎄❄️