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Gatlinburg Hospitality & Tourism Association

Downtown Gatlinburg

MEETINGS AND EVENTS

GHTA Member Luncheons Schedule

Gatlinburg Hospitality & Tourism Association luncheons are generally held the third Wednesday of each month. Registration begins at 11:30am, lunch is served at 11:45am, and guest speaker presents at 12:00pm. The cost for members is $25 per person + Eventbrite fees through Eventbrite and $30 per person at the door. The cost for non members is $30 per person + Eventbrite fees through Eventbrite and $35 per person at the door. Please RSVP and pay through the GHTA Eventbrite page.
The following schedule is subject to change.

 

 

Monthly Meeting - Ober Mountain

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
8:30AM - 10:00AM

Seth Houser, "The 25th Hour"

Monthly Luncheon - Rocky Top Sports World

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

It's More Than Cookies: How Girl Scout Partnerships Build Business & Community in East Tennessee

Girl Scouts may be famous for cookies, but that's only part of the story! Through the Girl Scouts of the Southern Appalachians Partner Patch Program, local businesses, attractions, and community organizations are creating unique, hands-on experiences that connect Girl Scouts and their families with the people, places, and industries that make East Tennessee special.

Discover how these creative partnerships introduce families to local destinations, encourage them to explore their communities in new ways, and build meaningful connections between businesses and the next generation. From first-time visits to new family traditions, Partner Patch Programs offer organizations a fun and engaging way to increase visibility, strengthen community relationships, and create memorable experiences that keep Girl Scouts and their families coming back.

Come see why partnering with Girl Scouts is about so much more than cookies. It's an opportunity to invest in girls, connect with families, and showcase the very best of East Tennessee!

Monthly Luncheon - Embassy Suites Gatlinburg

Wednesday, December 16, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

Paul Boyles, "The 5 A's to an Incredible Career in Hospitality"

Monthly Luncheon - TBA

Wednesday, January 20, 2027
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

TBA

Monthly Luncheon - TBA

Wednesday, February 17, 2027
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

TBA

Monthly Luncheon - TBA

Wednesday, March 17, 2027
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

TBA

Monthly Luncheon - TBA

Wednesday, April 21, 2027
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

TBA

Monthly Luncheon - TBA

Wednesday, May 19, 2027
11:30 AM - 1:00PM

TBA

 

Special Events

The Gatlinburg Hospitality & Tourism Association hosts/co-hosts/assists with a number of exciting events every year to raise money for the organization which is put to use in a variety of ways to benefit its members. Stay tuned for this years events.

 

 

Stars of the Industry

Country Tonite Theatre
Thursday, August 20, 2026
2:00PM

Stars of the Industry, held by the Sevier County Hospitality & Tourism Alliance, comprising the Gatlinburg Hospitality & Tourism Association, Pigeon Forge Hospitality & Tourism Association, Sevierville Hospitality Association, and Smoky Mountain Vacation Lodging Association, is a highly anticipated award ceremony. Recognizing the excellence of Sevier County's hospitality sector, this event serves as a tribute to the hard work and dedication of individuals and establishments that have elevated the region's tourism industry.

Register here

Governors Conference

No Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
September 16-18

Governor's Conference on Hospitality & Tourism