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World Record for Gatlinburg Scarecrows

As readers of this blog may remember, the city of Gatlinburg attempted this fall to break the Guinness World Record for most scarecrows within a location.  The previous record holder was Burton-on-Trent, England, which also is the hometown of Innkeeper John Mellor.

Buckhorn Inn’s own scarecrow welcomed visitors this fall.

According to WVLT-TV http://www.wvlt.tv/content/news/Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg needed to have more than 3,812 scarecrows.  According to the final count, Gatlinburg laid claim to 4,325 scarecrows!  Guinness representatives must confirm the count before the new record becomes official.  

Gatlinburg businesses and community members created scarecrow scenes throughout the community.  Scarecrows also appeared in the Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Community where hundreds of handcrafted scarecrows could be found as part of the “Scarecrow Trail”.

Gatlinburg Fall Festival Continues Through November 21, 2019

According to Gatlinburg PR Manager, Marci Claude, “With so much scenic beauty and festivities to take part in every year, Gatlinburg’s harvest season is always an exciting time to visit, and this year’s Guinness World Record will only add to that tradition.”  Claud pointed out that fall festivities are a true community event, involving everyone.  

Other upcoming community events include the Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Show.  This show will be held at the Convention Center Tuesday November 26 through Sunday December 1.  The annual Festival of Trees will be held Wednesday November 27 through Sunday December 1. The Festival of Trees will be held at the W.L. Mills Conference Center on the Historic Nature Trail.  And don’t forget the Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade!  The Parade will begin at 7:30 pm from Baskins Creek Bypass.  The route runs right through downtown Gatlinburg.  Viewers will enjoy lighted floats, 11 marching bands, giant balloons, and equestrian units.  And we understand that Santa Claus will be making a special appearance!

The Parade celebrates the holiday season and marks the beginning of Gatlinburg Winter Magic.  We hope to see you during this festive season!