Activity Guide
Local Markets and Artisan Shops
Fresh mountain honey, hand-thrown pottery, homemade jam, and 100 years of craft tradition. The Smokies have a real local shopping culture worth exploring.
place Gatlinburg, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge
schedule Markets seasonal; shops open daily
attach_money Free to browse
local_florist Produce, honey, crafts, pottery
Before You Go
What to Know
Gatlinburg Market
Saturdays, May through October
Sevierville Market
Year-round, Fridays and Saturdays
Arts Loop
8-mile loop, 100+ studios, open daily
Cash
Many small vendors prefer cash
Best Buys
Local honey, sourwood honey in particular, is exceptional
Parking
Free parking throughout the Arts & Crafts Community
Where to Go
Where to Shop Local
From weekly farmers markets to year-round artisan studios, here is where to find the real thing.
Gatlinburg Farmers Market
placeMills Park, Gatlinburg
scheduleSaturdays 9 AM to 1 PM (May-Oct)
local_floristLocal produce, honey, baked goods, crafts
Free to browse
Sevierville Farmers Market
placeBruce Street, Sevierville
scheduleFri-Sat 8 AM to 1 PM (year-round)
local_floristLargest year-round market in the area
Free to browse
Glades Arts & Crafts Community
placeGlades Rd loop, Gatlinburg
scheduleDaily 10 AM to 5 PM
palette100+ working artisan studios on 8-mile loop
Old Mill District
place175 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge
scheduleDaily 9 AM to 6 PM
storeWorking grist mill, pottery, candy, specialty foods
The Village Shops
place634 Parkway, Gatlinburg
scheduleDaily 10 AM to 9 PM
store27 specialty shops in European-village setting
Tanger Outlets Sevierville
place1645 Parkway, Sevierville
scheduleDaily 10 AM to 9 PM
shopping_bag100+ brand-name outlet stores
Last verified: May 2026. Hours and pricing are seasonal and subject to change.
Local Knowledge
Things Most Visitors Don't Know
What makes local shopping in the Smokies worth a dedicated morning.
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Buy Sourwood Honey
Sourwood honey from the Smokies is genuinely special -- different flavor from anything you will find in a grocery store. The Gatlinburg farmers market usually has 3 to 4 local beekeepers with different varieties.
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The Arts Loop Is Free
The Glades Arts and Crafts Community is the largest community of independent artists and craftspeople in the eastern US. Park anywhere and walk in -- no entry fee, no pressure.
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Go Early on Market Days
The best produce and baked goods sell out by 10 AM at both markets. The Sevierville market in particular draws serious gardeners with unusual heirloom varieties.
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Old Mill Is Worth It
The Old Mill has been operating since 1830. The stone-ground grits and cornmeal are legitimately different from store-bought. The jar of Old Mill grits makes a great cabin breakfast.
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Great Cabin Activity
Stop at the Sevierville farmers market on your first morning in town and stock the cabin with local honey, jams, mountain butter, and fresh produce. It sets the whole trip tone.
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Pottery Is the Signature Craft
The Smokies have a 200-year pottery tradition. The Glades loop has multiple working potteries where you can watch pieces being thrown. Raku-fired pieces are a common specialty.
On the Calendar
Events Worth Timing Your Trip Around
Annual events where local markets and crafts take center stage.
Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair
Gatlinburg -- Annual -- 180+ artisans, two-week event
Gatlinburg Summer Craftsmen's Fair
Gatlinburg Convention Center -- One week in July
Sevierville Spring Market Festival
Downtown Sevierville -- Annual spring market event
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