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New Year’s Eve Dinner

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro is proud to present 2022’s Charles Dickens Brunch, offered Sunday December 11th and 18th.

New Year’s Eve Brunch BearFay

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Join us New Year’s Eve day for an expertly curated brunch BearFay fit to bring in 2024.

Christmas Eve Dinner

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join us to celebrate Christmas Eve with a specially curated menu featuring Appalachian inspired holiday dishes and hand-crafted Christmas cocktails.

Charles Dickens Sunday Brunch

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Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro is proud to present 2022’s Charles Dickens Brunch, offered Sunday December 11th and 18th.

Thanksgiving BearFay

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On Thursday, November 23rd 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. We look forward to hosting you this Thanksgiving.

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Spooktacular

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Goblins and ghouls and ghosts…Oh my! Spooky season is upon us and we invite you to join us on Sunday, October 30th for an Appalachian Bistro Spooktacular featuring a professional storyteller, who will be telling spooky stories around Papa Pete’s Fire Pit. Tickets are for adults only, and include 1 adult beverage as well as fireside appetizers for you to enjoy during the storytelling. Don’t be scared…You won’t want to miss the bone chilling event!

Bacon at the Bear

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Join us for the legendary 'Bacon at the Bear' to benefit New Hope Children’s Advocacy Center.

Appalachian Homecoming

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Join us for a 3-day celebration of modern Appalachian cuisine with guest chefs, demonstrations, authentic Appalachian Chef-prepared dishes, music, community & education!

Live on the Lawn The Travelin’ McCourys

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Live on the Lawn Presents Grammy Winning Artist The Travelin' McCourys! Get ready for a foot-stomping, Bluegrass extravaganza.

Ancient Peaks Wine Dinner

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With special guest Karl Wittstrom, owner and wine grower of Ancient Peaks Winery.

Mother’s Day Brunch

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Treat Mom this Mother's Day to a Specialty Brunch offering at the Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro. Enjoy a fixed menu, offering a selection of your favorite Brunch classics with an Appalachian Bistro flare.

Live on the Lawn ~ Sam Bush

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One Night Only ~ Join us as we welcome the "Father of Newgrass" to the Dancing Bear Concert Stage!

Easter Bluegrass Brunch

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Join us this Easter for a delicious brunch featuring Appalachian inspired food and cocktails curated for the holiday. Your Sunday best isn’t required for this Easter Brunch - come as you are and let us handle your Easter meal this year.

Easter Bluegrass Sunrise Service

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Join us on the Lawn this Easter for a very special Sunrise Service at Dancing Bear!

This nondenominational service is open to the public and we welcome you for faith and fellowship in Peaceful Townsend, TN.

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

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What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

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We are excited to announce our annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at the Bistro!

Searching for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? Look no further - our St. Patrick’s Day Dinner is true gold! Enjoy an evening of Irish influenced Appalachian Cuisine and music in our beautiful Smoky Mountain setting.

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro’s Sunday Fireside Brunch

Dancing Bear Lodge

What are some of your favorite memories gathering around the fireplace? Let us help you create new ones this winter season at the Bistro during our special Fireside Brunches every Sunday. Featuring our popular Bear-fay curated by our award-winning culinary team filled with your favorite brunch classics, as well as craft Bloody Marys and Mimosas from the Bar at the Bear - this Appalachian inspired brunch is only made better by the sounds of the crackling wood burning fireplaces in the dining rooms. Won’t you join us? Make your reservation today, and we’ll save you a seat!