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A highliner walking a slackline across the valley of the SkyBridge.

SkyPark Highlining Event

October 3 - 4
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Highline Show from Rucksack Circus

Featuring the Rucksack Circus Highline Crew
Dates: October 3–4
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Feel your heart race as elite highliners from Rucksack Circus dance with the sky above downtown Gatlinburg! For two thrilling days, the SkyPark transforms into a gravity-defying stage as pros step onto a thin line high above the mountains—walking, bouncing, and spinning with jaw-dropping control.

What to Expect

  • World-class highlining: precision footwork, dynamic tricks, and stunning balance—performed hundreds of feet up.
  • Multiple sets throughout the day: pop by any time between 10 AM and 3 PM to catch action-packed sessions.
  • Epic views, epic feats: watch with the Smokies as a backdrop from our signature vantage points around the park.

Best Viewing Spots

  • SkyDeck & Clayton’s Landing: spacious areas with panoramic sightlines—perfect for families and groups.
  • SkyTrail & Lookouts: great photo angles of athletes on the line with mountain views.
  • Near the SkyBridge entrances: see approaches and pre-run rituals up close.

Safety & Guest Tips

  • The crew are trained professionals using pro-grade rigging overseen by experienced technicians.
  • Arrive early for prime viewing, and bring your camera—these are once-in-a-lifetime shots!
  • Performances are weather-dependent; set times may adjust for wind or storms.

Quick Facts

  • Who: Rucksack Circus Highline Crew
  • When: October 3–4, 10 AM–3 PM
  • Where: Gatlinburg SkyPark
  • Vibe: High-energy, family-friendly, adrenaline-packed

Ready to watch humans rewrite the rules of gravity? Plan your visit to Gatlinburg SkyPark for October 3–4 and catch the Highline Show in the sky!

A professional highliner walking a slack line across the valley of the SkyBridge.
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