Calendar of Events
Bacon at the Bear
Bacon at the Bear
Join us for the legendary 'Bacon at the Bear' to benefit New Hope Children’s Advocacy Center.
Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival
Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival
The Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon festival returns in 2022! Join us for a summertime spectacle, when several professional balloonist light up the evening sky with a beautiful balloon glow. The sky will be filled with a spectrum of color like never before, against a backdrop of a breathtaking Tennessee sunset.
Dancing Bear Bicycle Bash 2022
Dancing Bear Bicycle Bash 2022
The Bash is Back! Join us on Saturday, September 17th for the 2022 Dancing Bear Bicycle Bash! You’ll find some of the best cycling in the country here on the Peaceful Side of the Great Smoky Mountains!
Thanksgiving at The Bear
Thanksgiving at The Bear
On Thursday, November 24th the Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro will be open for expanded dining hours to give thanks and feast upon a delicious, bountiful buffet spread thoughtfully planned for Thanksgiving Day.
Charles Dickens Sunday Brunch
Charles Dickens Sunday Brunch
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro is proud to present 2022’s Charles Dickens Brunch, offered Sunday December 11th and 18th.
Christmas Eve at The Bistro
Christmas Eve at The Bistro
Be part of our Christmas tradition at the Bistro. Enjoy a delicious meal as well as an incredible optional wine pairing from our Sommelier, Matt Burk. The crackling fireplace, delicious meal, great wines, and rustic, romantic atmosphere is how we like to usher in the Christmas spirit. Won’t you join us?