Gatlinburg's Annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade

Celebrating A Nearly Half-Century Tradition, The 49th Annual Gatlinburg Fourth Of July Midnight Parade Will Line Up July 3 At 11:59 PM And Kick Off At 12:01 AM On July 4th, Ringing In The "First Independence Day Celebration In The Nation." ACM Awards New Male Artist Of The Year Nominee And GOLD-Selling Country Music Hitmaker Conner Smith Will Headline The Award-Winning Parade As Grand Marshal, Ushering In The Patriotic Holiday In A Procession Of Red, White, And Blue.

This Parade Named As One Of The "Top 10 Parades To See In The US" By National Geographic Traveler Magazine, Will March Through Downtown Gatlinburg, Beginning At The Baskins Creek Bypass Located On East Parkway. Festive floats Decorated In Sparkling Fashion Will Line The Parkway Featuring Patriotic Marching Bands, Larger-Than-Life Balloons, And More.

The First Independence Day Parade In The Nation Has Garnered National Attention And Award Recognition For Excellence In Entertainment. The Parade Has Been Named By National Geographic Traveler Magazine As A "Top Ten Parade To See In The US" And Recognized By Livability.Com As One Of The "Five Best Fourth Of July Celebrations In Smaller Cities." Additionally, The Event Has Earned Multiple Grand Pinnacle Awards By The International Festivals And Events Association.