Check out all the things to do in Pigeon Forge in the winter with our Pigeon Forge Winter Travel Guide! The magic of winter is blowing into the Smokies in December, January and into February. Bundle up and head to the Smoky Mountains. Glittering Winterfest light displays twinkle throughout our mountain town, holiday music and the smell of crackling fires fill the air and the warmth of Smoky Mountain hospitality is felt everywhere. These are the days to head to Pigeon Forge, TN. See our other travel guides!
Pigeon Forge Winter Travel Guide
Check out all the things to do in Pigeon Forge in the winter with our Pigeon Forge Winter Travel Guide! The magic of winter is blowing into the Smokies in December, January and into February. Bundle up and head to the Smoky Mountains. Glittering Winterfest light displays twinkle throughout our mountain town, holiday music and the smell of crackling fires fill the air and the warmth of Smoky Mountain hospitality is felt everywhere. These are the days to head to Pigeon Forge, TN. See our other travel guides!
Winterfest
Winter Activities
Winterfest Kickoff
Townsend Lights
Snow Tubing
Nov 12 - Dec 31
Santa Claus
Polar Express
Craft Show
Shadrack’s
Christmas Parade
Dec 3
New Years
Dec 31
Winter Hikes
Nov 5 - Jan 2
Shadrack'sChristmas Wonderland
Redneck Bus Lights Tour
TN Cider Company
Photo Ops
Gatlinburg Aquarium
The most beautiful Christmas tree makes a great backdrop for your next family photo at Ripley's Aquarium.
Crave Golf
Get your holiday sugar fix at Crave Golf Club. The courses are turned into candy wonderlands for the season.
Under The Bridges
There are three bridges with light displays you don't want to miss: Jake Thomas Rd, Old Mill Ave, & Dollywood Lane.
Christmas Place
The Incredible Christmas Place is in the holiday spirit year-round, but you can't miss their special winter lights.
Dollywood
"Christmas isn't a competition, but the prize itself. The gathering and sharing of the things that matter most." - Dolly Parton
Anakeesta
The mountaintop theme park in Gatlinburg is decked out in lights and decor for Enchanted Winter at Anakeesta.
Titanic Museum
Both the interior and exterior of the TITANIC Museum Attraction will be extraordinarily decorated in Edwardian Christmas displays.
Festival Of Trees
Stop by the WL Mills Conference Center in Gatlinburg Nov. 22-27 for some fabulous holiday displays at the Festival of Trees.
Holiday Shows
Dolly Parton’s Stampede
Country Tonite
Hatfield & McCoy
Lumberjack Feud
Buttonwillow
Comedy Barn
Grand Majestic
Gift Ideas
Riverwoods Home Furnishings
This premier custom furniture & home decor showroom is located in Wears Valley. Riverwoods Home Furnishings specializes in using reclaimed wood from old barns, factories and homesteads.
Riverwoods
Ogle Bros General Store
Pick out some unique handmade pottery of all different varieties from Ogle Bros General Store, located in the Five Oaks area. The store carries a great selection of home goods and pantry items.
Ogle Bros
Dancing Bear
Purchase a gift card for the delicious Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro in Townsend. Their regionally inspired dishes incorporate fresh produce grown on-site and the highest quality local ingredients.
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro
French’s Shoes & Boots
A pair of finely crafted cowboy boots from the Pigeon Forge parkway staple French's Shoes & Boots makes a great gift. You'll find everything from classic western styles to exotic ostrich quill.
French's Shoes & Boots
Iron Mountain Metal Works
The best gives are handmade, right? Try your hand as a blacksmith and create a custom knife for a friend or family member at Iron Mountain Metal Works. They'll surely be impressed with your handiwork.
Iron Mountain Metal Works
Johnson Family Of Restaurants
A collection of the best dining in the area, Johnson Family of Restaurants offers gift cards that can be used at all of their restaurants including Big Daddy's Pizzeria, Alamo Steakhouse, Bennett's BBQ, and more.
Johnson Family of RestaurantsIndoors
Get Cozy
If the wintry outdoors are a little too chilly for your liking, consider making the lodging portion of your holiday trip to the Smokies part of the vacation in itself. Here are our top picks for where to stay this winter.
Find the perfect winter lodging for your vacation.
- Cabins With A Fireplace: Who could deny the comforts of cozying up near a fireplace on a crisp winter evening?
- Hotels With Indoor Pools: If you're traveling with the family, this is a great option. Indoor pools are a wonderful treat for kids looking to burn off some energy.
- Cabins With A Hot Tub: Brace the chilly night air in your swimsuit and ease into a bubbling hot tub to take the edge off - it's worth it.
Play To Win
More than just video games, arcades in Pigeon Forge are full entertainment centers with laser tag, indoor mini golf, & virtual reality. You will stay toasty & dry indoors when the weather turns. [ Arcades → ]
Beyond The Classroom
Don’t tell the kids, but Pigeon Forge has many learning opportunities. By combining education & entertainment, many museums in Pigeon Forge take a fun approach to science & history. [ Museums → ]