Things To Do For Christmas In The Smoky Mountains

Dolly Parton’s Stampede

October 28, 2026 - through January 2, 2027

Christmas takes over Dolly Parton's Stampede during November and December. Your experience begins in our non-alcoholic saloon where you will enjoy special entertainment from our house band Mountain Ru...

1644 Old Newport Hwy

November 1, 2026 - through January 17, 2027

Discover the enchanting spirit of Christmas from the comfort of your vehicle as you glide past shimmering lights and captivating displays. This charming, family-friendly attraction is perfect for all...

Mountain of Entertainment Theater

November 3 - through December 31, 2026

Christmas is coming to Array Variety Show! Join us for the ULTIMATE Christmas Show in the Smokies as we celebrate "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" You'll witness all the festive lights, the time...

Country Tonite Theatre

November 3 - through December 31, 2026

Head to Country Tonite Theatre this Christmas season, where the magic of Christmas comes alive through renditions of Christmas favorites, beautiful choreography, holiday sets and costumes. Along with...

Downtown Gatlinburg

November 5, 2026 - through February 15, 2027

Gatlinburg Winter Magic is one of the most beloved seasonal traditions in the Smoky Mountains, illuminating the city with millions of sparkling LED lights and artistic holiday displays. Now celebratin...

The Redneck Comedy Bus Tour

November 6 - through December 30, 2026

Join the Redneck Comedy Bus Tour on their Smoky Mountain Christmas Lights Tour this holiday season in Pigeon Forge. Beware of merry rednecks and drunken reindeer aboard this fun-filled festive adventu...

Dollywood

November 6, 2026 - through January 3, 2027

Experience the magic of Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas, hailed as America's Best Christmas Event for more than a decade. Gather your family for a festive adventure with over six million twinklin...

Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud

November 6, 2026 - through January 2, 2027

There's nothin' like the holidays to bring family together... FOR A FEUD! See why we put the HOLLER in the HOLLERdays! Come join Pa Hatfield and Ma McCoy as they try to set aside their differences in...

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

November 6 - through December 31, 2026

Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children's faces show the magic of the s...

Downtown Gatlinburg

Thu, Nov 12, 2026 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Gatlinburg's Annual Chili Cook-off and Winter Magic Celebration returns November 12, 2026 on the Parkway between the Mountain Mall and Gatlinburg Sky Park in Downtown Gatlinburg Celebrate the start of...

Patriot Park

Fri, Nov 13, 2026 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Pigeon Forge's annual Winterfest Kickoff Celebration returns this year at Patriot Park in the heart of Pigeon Forge, TN. Festivities begin at 3:00 PM and include free, family-friendly entertainment, s...

Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud

November 13, 2026 - through January 3, 2027

Choose your side: naughty or nice? Jack up your holiday spirit in our woodsy, backyard decked out halls and sing along to original tunes of the season inspired by folklore of the forest. Enjoy holiday...

Anakeesta

November 13, 2026 - through January 3, 2027

Experience the wonder of the season high above Gatlinburg at Anakeesta's Enchanted Christmas - a mountaintop celebration where over a million twinkling lights transform the Smokies into a winter wonde...

Soaky Mountain Waterpark

November 13, 2026 - through January 3, 2027

Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland has moved 8 miles south to its new home at Soaky Mountain Waterpark. This beloved drive-thru light show has become a favorite family tradition for many, and this year i...

Gatlinburg Convention Center

November 19- through 21, 2026

Every year hundreds of fans pour into the Gatlinburg Convention Center to come to the Christmas In The Smokies Bluegrass Festival. While the bluegrass festival is enough fun for anyone, there is so mu...

The Island

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 • 5:00 pm

Millions of lights. Custom decorations. More than a mile of garland. Endless entertainment. Winterfest at The Island in Pigeon Forge is unlike any experience in the Smokies with millions of lights, ou...

The Island

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Visit Santa Claus at The Island to share your Christmas wishes and take unforgettable photos. Available on select days, celebrate this magical holiday tradition here in the Smoky Mountains with your f...

W.L. Mills Conference Center

November 24- through 29, 2026

The 2026 Gatlinburg Festival of Trees features a children's craft and play area, photos with Santa Claus and, of course, beautifully decorated Christmas trees and wreaths. The proceeds from the 53rd a...

Gatlinburg Convention Center

November 24 - through December 6, 2026

Experience the wonder of the season at the Gatlinburg Convention Center, where the members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community present their exclusive handcrafted gifts during their much-antici...

The Island

Nov 27- through 28, 2026 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visit Santa Claus at The Island to share your Christmas wishes and take unforgettable photos. Available on select days, celebrate this magical holiday tradition here in the Smoky Mountains with your f...

Sevier County Courthouse

Thu, Dec 3, 2026 • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Downtown Sevierville offers plenty of holiday merriment the first weekend of December. Enjoy an old-fashioned tree lighting at the Sevier County Courthouse complete with children's crafts, photos with...

Downtown Gatlinburg

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Gatlinburg's annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade will roll through Downtown Gatlinburg in celebration of the holiday season and the arrival of the man in the red suit himself, Santa Claus. The e...

The Island

Dec 4- through 5, 2026 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visit Santa Claus at The Island to share your Christmas wishes and take unforgettable photos. Available on select days, celebrate this magical holiday tradition here in the Smoky Mountains with your f...

Anakeesta

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 • 7:45 am - 9:30 am

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at Anakeesta for a delightfully enchanted breakfast this winter season with a very special guest, Santa Claus himself! This wonderful breakfast with Santa takes...

Sevierville

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 • 11:00 am

Be part of Sevierville's 64th annual Christmas Parade. The parade steps off on Saturday, December 5 at 11 am from the parking lot of First Baptist Church Sevierville. The parade will follow its tradit...

Townsend Visitors Center

Sun, Dec 6, 2026 • 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Enjoy the fun and festivities of the Christmas season at the Townsend Christmas Parade. This year the parade will start at the Townsend Visitor Center and end around the former location of Nawger Nob...

The Island

Dec 11- through 12, 2026 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visit Santa Claus at The Island to share your Christmas wishes and take unforgettable photos. Available on select days, celebrate this magical holiday tradition here in the Smoky Mountains with your f...

Anakeesta

Sat, Dec 12, 2026 • 7:45 am - 9:30 am

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at Anakeesta for a delightfully enchanted breakfast this winter season with a very special guest, Santa Claus himself! This wonderful breakfast with Santa takes...

The Island

Dec 18- through 19, 2026 • 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Visit Santa Claus at The Island to share your Christmas wishes and take unforgettable photos. Available on select days, celebrate this magical holiday tradition here in the Smoky Mountains with your f...

Anakeesta

Dec 19- through 20, 2026 • 7:45 am - 9:30 am

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at Anakeesta for a delightfully enchanted breakfast this winter season with a very special guest, Santa Claus himself! This wonderful breakfast with Santa takes...

Ancient Lore Village

Tue, Dec 22, 2026 • 6:00 pm

All aboard! Step into the magic of the Polar Express at Ancient Lore Village, where twinkling lights, festive fun, and holiday wonder bring this beloved story to life. Guests will receive their own go...