It’s fall in the Smoky Mountains. The leaves are changing, and you know what’s just around the corner? Yep, you guessed it. In just a few short weeks, Halloween will be here!
What makes this year’s haunted holiday even more exciting is that it will fall on a Friday. This means that this year’s Halloween is the perfect excuse for families to sneak away from their daily life and enjoy a few relaxing evenings in the heart of the Smoky Mountains.
Now, we know what you are thinking. Kids love Halloween, and how can you possibly celebrate Halloween in a Pigeon Forge cabin rental? Well, this is actually quite easy. Don’t believe us? Check out our cabin-inspired Halloween celebration tricks below!
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Make Halloween-Inspired Treats
What is a Halloween celebration without some tasty treats? At Great Outdoor Rentals, each of our spacious Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge cabin rentals comes with their very own fully-equipped kitchens, perfect for guests to create their own delicious spooky treat. This could include rice crispy treats shaped like monsters, cupcakes that look like graves, or the beloved caramel apple. Your options are truly limitless inside our Pigeon Forge cabins.
Share Scary Stories
Imagine, you and your loved ones are curled up on the couch in front of a warm fire, and you are swapping your favorite scary stories. Whether you are sharing one of the many classic haunted legends or you are making the story up as you go, a peaceful evening in front of the fire with your family is one of the best ways to unwind and enjoy a Halloween in the Smoky Mountains.
Keep in mind, not all of your stories have to be spooky or scary. You can always use this time to share old family stories or lessons with your children.
For families looking to enjoy a more low-key Halloween celebration, we suggest enjoying a relaxing spooky movie marathon inside your Pigeon Forge cabin rental. Most of our cabins come equipped with their very own DVD player, as well as access to the On Demand features from either cable or satellite tv.
For guests choosing to stay in our luxurious Gods Grace cabin in Pigeon Forge, you will enjoy being able to enjoy your movie marathon inside your cabin’s own home theater room. This 2 bedroom and three baths cabin in Pigeon Forge is perfect for families wanting to unwind and relax for their Halloween festivities.
Click here to learn more about this unique cabin in Pigeon Forge.
Host Your Own Costume Contest
When it comes to Halloween costumes, it’s not about who can spend the most money on the most elaborate costume. However, it is about who can show the most creativity with what they wear. That being said, you and your family are guaranteed an evening of laughter as you try to put together the most creative costumes out of what you packed for your Smoky Mountain vacation for an in-cabin costume contest.
The prize doesn’t have to be anything crazy. For most families, bragging rights will do. The point here is that you and your family are still able to celebrate Halloween in a Pigeon Forge cabin while creating new memories with one another.
Go Trick-or-Treating
Now, we understand that this might be a little difficult to do inside your Pigeon Forge cabin. Unless of course, you and your family want to set up your own treat stations outside each of the bedrooms found within your rental. Then your children could easily go door-to-door collecting candy.
However, if you want a more authentic trick-or-treating experience during your Halloween vacation this year, we suggest families check out all the fun and exciting activities going on at The Island in Pigeon Forge. One of the fastest growing attractions in the Smoky Mountains, The Island is hosting their second annual Halloween event on October 31.
Beginning at 5:30 p.m., families and guests are invited to join in as staff at the Pigeon Forge attraction spend the evening playing with face paint, costume contests, storytelling, and outdoor movie, and several candy stations located at each of the attraction’s many shops. Guests will also have the option to enjoy unlimited access to all the fun rides at The Island in Pigeon Forge for only $5.
This thrilling Halloween event is free to the public.
Click here for more information on the upcoming Halloween event at The Island in Pigeon Forge.
Now that you and your family know about all the fun and exciting ways that you can celebrate Halloween in a Pigeon Forge cabin, it is time to pick which of our spacious rentals you want to spend your spooky weekend in the Smoky Mountains in. To start your search, be sure to click the Smoky Mountains cabins tab on our website.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at the number above, or fill out the Contact Great Outdoor Rentals form on our website!