06/05/2024 to 06/09/2024
Melons, cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, you name it—gourds of all shapes and sizes are welcome at this celebration of the often-inedible fruit family. Find displayed artwork made from the eponymous produce, as well as vendors offering raw gourds and crafting supplies. There will also be classes offered throughout the four-day festival, alongside demonstrations and displays.» Smoky Mountain Event Center, 758 Crabtree Rd.; Wednesday-Sunday, times vary; $10; suzi.gourds@gmail.com; www.gourdgathering.org