Blog & Events
Springtime in the Smokies is Truly Spectacular
Spring in the Smokies is truly a spectacular sight. The great Smoky Mountains boasts a wet and humid climate, as well as a broad range in elevation, creating a haven for over 1600 species of flowering plants. Because of this diversity in plant life, visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains can enjoy different species of wildflowers throughout the Spring months.When planning a Smoky Mountain hike...
Anticipate the Adventure – The North Face Edition
Learning to Layer for Fall and Winter Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains featuring the North Face Collection The Great Smoky Mountains are one of the finest places in the world to see phenomenal Fall foliage and breathtaking views in the Winter. People travel from all over the world in October and November in hopes to see the Smoky Mountain’s peak colors. When the leaves are gone, the Great...
Loop the Link Anniversary Weekend
Apple Valley Mountain Village has a great event coming up, and we hope you’ll all plan to join us! Loop the Link Anniversary Weekend, November 8th-10th, will serve as a celebration of three very exciting anniversaries– 1-year anniversary of the completion of the Foothills Parkway and Missing Link, the 1-year anniversary of the Apply Valley Mountain Village Grand Reopening, and the 40th...
Live Music by John Fee on July 4th
Join Us in the Beer Garden on July 4th! This coming July 4th, John Fee will be playing a special concert for the guests of Apple Valley Mountain Village in the Beer Garden of the Apple Valley Cafe from 12:30pm - 3:30pm. Raised in Harlan, Kentucky, John Fee is the son of a coal miner and a part-time preacher. Acquiring his first guitar at Pick 'N Grin in Knoxville, Tennessee, John took his newly...
Apple Valley Cafe Presents Barbecue Nights
Join us Every Saturday for Barbecue, Beer, and Live Music in Townsend! Every Saturday from 5-7pm in June and July, the Apple Valley Cafe is going to feature live music by Billie LaFollette as well as a barbecue plate special and draft beer specials. The barbecue plate includes home made barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and fries for only $8.99 and, because no barbecue is complete without an ice...
Apple Valley Mountain Village Planning Open House Nov. 9-10
Apple Valley Mountain Village Open House A special Open House event with food samples, door prizes, discounts on merchandise, and live entertainment is planned for Friday and Saturday, November 9th & 10th at the Apple Valley Mountain Village (formerly “Apple Valley Stores & Café”). We rebranded earlier this year as part of a campaign to highlight our popular shopping center’s proximity...
Apple Valley Grand Reopening Anniversary
Join us on June 10th, from 8 am - 8 pm, as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary & the Grand Reopening of Apple Valley Cafe Express! You and the family are invited to join us for: Live music, featuring John Fee (1:00 - 4:00 pm)Cornhole, plus games for the kids provided by the Appalachian Bear Rescue3 Bounce houses for the kids to enjoyOutdoor grilling on the deckFreshly smoked BBQ Platter...
Live Music Saturdays with John Fee
Every Saturday through Labor Day, enjoy live music by John Fee at the Apple Valley Beer Garden. Relax on our Beer Garden Pavilion with a local Calfkiller draft beer, a vintage Coke, or one of our exclusive premium ice cream cones and sundaes. John Fee, raised in Harlan, KY, is as authentic as it gets when it comes to his own musical upbringing. His father was a coal-miner and part-time preacher....
Second Annual Charity Chili Challenge
Apple Valley Cafe Express, along with the Townsend/Cades Cove Gateway Alliance present: The Second Annual Charity Chili Challenge! Ticket Pricing*: Adults (10 and up): $12.00 Kids (9 and under): $6.00 *Includes chili samples and all the fixins. Proceeds go to the winning participants' charity of choice. Tickets can be purchased on Brown Paper Tickets or by visiting Apple Valley Cafe Express...
Apple Valley Veterans Day Specials
Apple Valley Stores & Cafe will celebrate and honor veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11! As a token of our appreciation for their dedication and service, we invite all veterans to join us and enjoy special discounts and deals throughout the day, including: 10% Off all purchases in the Store & CafeA free fountain drink from the Cafe...