Begin your 4th of July celebration, really early with the famous 4th of July Midnight Parade held in Gatlinburg. This epic event kicks off Independence Day Celebrations as early as possible, literally starting at 12:01 AM on the 4th of July. Don’t miss this mile long parade. This unique parade has been named one of the Top 20 Events by the Southeast Tourism Society. For a complete parade route, please click here.