Join the cast, including 32 magnificent horses, and take a nostalgic holiday trip with a friendly North Pole – South Pole rivalry. Watch in delight as the Sugar Plum Fairy brings toys to life right before your eyes. The live nativity scene, which includes three kings arriving atop real camels, brings the true meaning of Christmas to life. Santa himself will also make an appearance in a horse drawn sleigh. You will enjoy all the holiday entertainment while dining on a famous four-course meal.

Lights Over Gatlinburg get's bigger and better this year! The entire park will be covered with all things Christmas, with thousands of New Christmas Lights, photo ops for the entire family, a huge 38 ft. Christmas tree. The famous tunnel of lights gets an upgrade and will span the Entire Length of the SkyBridge! This is truly a magical experience that every visitor simply must see, and we can't wait for you to see this all-new version of the famous Lights Over Gatlinburg event! 

Gather your family close and explore a winter wonderland adorned with more than 6 million twinkling lights and dozens of towering Christmas trees that add a cheerful shimmer. Embrace this special time of year with all your senses as you discover festive flavors, heartwarming holiday shows, and seasonal shopping tucked into the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. When the sun goes down, watch the winter sky shimmer to life as hundreds of festive drones light up the night during a Christmas drone show!

Can the Hatfields and McCoys come together to celebrate Christmas this season without tearing each other apart? Does young love have a chance with all of this feudin’? Will Lil’ Hickory return home for the holidays or end up on another family’s table with an apple in his mouth? Bring the family and find out, as you dine on the best food and funniest, most festive show in town!

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 ages and offers heartwarming joy at an unbeatable price. So, load up your car (or sleigh), head on over, and get into the holiday spirit!

The magic of Christmas abounds as the talented renditions of Christmas favorites combined with beautiful choreography, brightly decorated holiday sets and colorful costumes bring the enchantment of Christmas to the Country Tonite stage.

Step aboard the Titanic Museum Attraction this holiday season and experience the magic of an Edwardian Christmas. Twinkling lights, lush garlands, wreaths, and towering Christmas trees transform the ship inside and out, creating a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Guests can enjoy greetings from the crew, dazzling holiday décor, and a glimpse of what a Christmas voyage aboard Titanic might have looked like more than a century ago.

Christmas is coming to Array Variety Show! Join in for the ULTIMATE Christmas Show in the Smokies and celebrate “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!” You’ll witness all the festive lights, the timeless music, and the costumes that make the Christmas season so special! This two-hour extravaganza features world-class vocalists and incredible yuletide dancers performing all your favorite Christmas classics, as well as new favorites.

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 season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS™, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as you return back to the Bryson City Depot.

Illusionation, Believe in the Magic’ show starring internationally acclaimed magician Hudy will open its Christmas show in November at The Mountain of Entertainment Theater. Hudy’s magic sparkles during the holidays, combining large-scale illusions, state-of-the art special effects, dazzling new Christmas costumes, classic sleight of hand tricks and imagination to form his annual Christmas show

Gain a whole new perspective of the Smoky Mountain Winterfest lights with a breathtaking Winterfest Night Flight from Scenic Helicopter Tours. Soar high above Sevierville and Pigeon Forge for a one-of-a-kind view of millions of twinkling holiday lights. From glowing city streets to mountain peaks dusted with snow, this unforgettable aerial tour offers the perfect way to take in the beauty and holiday spirit of the Smokies.

The Wonders of Light walking trail is a free outdoor walk-thru holiday lights experience. The flat, paved trail treats walkers to more than 25 nature-inspired musical light displays featuring colorful butterflies, larger-than-life wildflowers, and even Old Man Winter.

For more than 30 years, Gatlinburg has celebrated Winter Magic with millions of twinkling lights on festive holiday displays throughout the city. Soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of your own vehicle and take a memorable journey on the exciting Gatlinburg Winter Magic Lights Tour. Gatlinburg is rolling out all the stops with seasonal decorations. Gatlinburg Winter Magic also features over-the-top winter displays including life-size, 3-dimensional snowpeople.

Embark on a magical journey through the enchanting winter wonderland of Pigeon Forge! The annual Winterfest Driving Tour of Lights promises to dazzle and delight, transforming our mountain town into a twinkling spectacle of holiday magic. Gather your loved ones, hop into your car, and let the holiday spirit guide you through the sparkling streets adorned with millions of twinkling lights.

Crave Golf Club will once again transform the country’s top mini-golf course into a winter wonderland! This one-of-a-kind candy-themed, interactive mini-golf course will deck the halls and everything else in garland, wreaths, and more lights than Willy Wonka would have ever approved! There will be almost 100 trees, 30,000 Christmas Lights, and 20,000 ornaments. Come start a family tradition with Christmas mini-golf, mini-bowling, escape rooms, candy canes, and Christmas trees galore!

‘Tis the season to YO HO at Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Christmas Show! This year, ‘Jack’ up your holiday spirit in a woodsy, back yard ‘Decked out halls’ and sing along to original tunes of the season inspired by folklore of the forest. Enjoy holiday twists on over a dozen sporting competitions including speed climbing, sawing, log rolling, and more. And you won’t want to miss a new special holiday meal, available throughout the season.

Light up your holiday season at SkyLand’s Festival of Lights with over half a million lights on display. Begin with a scenic chairlift ride to the top of the ranch, where you'll encounter dazzling light displays like Santa’s “Moo”ving Sleigh Ride, the Nativity on the Mountain, and more. Stroll through illuminated tunnels, take family photos, and enjoy Christmas music by a 25-foot tree. Experience an immersive projection show on a 35-foot barn, cozy campfires, and festive treats from the North Pole Gingerbread Bakery. Don’t miss this unique western-themed light festival!

Deck the halls and light up your holiday season with our Redneck Christmas Light Tours! Beware of merry Rednecks and tipsy reindeer aboard this festive, fun-filled adventure! Wear your best Redneck attire-think favorite flannel, ugly Christmas sweater, and of course, a Santa hat! Join in some rowdy Christmas carolin’(Redneck style) & jingle all the way with your favorite redneck comedians.

Celebrate the enchantment of the holidays during the reimagined Christmas experience featuring thousands of twinkling lights, spirited entertainment, and holiday magic like never before.

Fun for all ages with inflatable bounce houses, exciting activities for the kids, photo spots, mouthwatering food and desserts, carnival games, crafts, and on SELECT NIGHTS, a visit with Boomer or Santa himself!

This popular drive-thru light show features acres of dazzling lights synchronized to music. Step into the magic of the North Pole as elves work in Santa’s workshop, reindeer train for flight, and Santa himself gets into some fun mishaps. After the show, head to Snowy Mountain Village for family-friendly activities, crafts, food, and even visits with Santa on select nights. It’s the perfect way to create unforgettable holiday memories!

When it’s Christmas time in the Smokies, The Comedy Barn is ready to put you in the Christmas spirit. Come experience a Christmas show that only The Comedy Barn can bring you. You will hear nothing but Christmas music, see nothing but Christmas costumes, and laugh at special Christmas acts you’ll only see at the Pigeon Forge show.

Millions of lights. Custom decorations. Over a mile of garland. Endless entertainment. Winterfest at The Island in Pigeon Forge is unlike any experience in the Smokies with millions of lights, one of the region’s most spectacular Christmas tree, and more, this 23-acre property lights up as the sun goes down to create a holiday ambiance you’re sure to love!

The Mountain Mile Christmas Market is coming to town again! Come celebrate the holidays every Friday and Saturday with local goods and vendors, s’mores kits and gourmet hot chocolate, Christmas lights and photo ops, and meet Santa when he’s in!

Through the holiday season, visitors can meet characters and storytellers and enjoy caroling along the Parkway Friday and Saturday evenings during this annual event! Winter Magic Tunes & Tales will once again present strolling Christmas entertainment on the streets of Gatlinburg. Holiday music will fill the air with a sacred-secular mixture of Appalachia, Bluegrass, and Country. Visitors will also enjoy visiting with Santa’s Elves-Frosty-Rudolph, a little bit of history, humor and more!

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-anticipated annual holiday show. Discover the rich heritage of Tennessee through the skilled artisans and craftsmen who meticulously craft a range of exquisite items using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join in at Anakeesta for a delightfully enchanted breakfast this winter season with a very special guest, Santa Claus himself! This wonderful breakfast with Santa takes place in the heart of the Smoky Mountains and is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season, creating joyful memories for your entire family

Come celebrate the natural features, creatures and cultures of the Great Smoky Mountains. This is a great opportunity to learn and ask questions about nature. Showcasing what makes the Smokies so special, Wilderness Wildlife Week celebrates the abundance of wildlife, variety of plants, trees, and wildflowers, and rich history of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee through a series of classes, seminars, demonstrations, guided hikes, panel discussions, and workshops.

Life is sweet in Gatlinburg, especially during the all-new Sweet Week! From February 6 through Valentine’s Day, local bakeries, candy shops, and dessert spots will showcase their most delicious confections. Expect a week filled with sugary treats, special giveaways, and plenty of ways to indulge your sweet tooth just in time for Valentine's Day.

Celebrate National Pancake Week in true Gatlinburg style as local restaurants serve up their most creative and mouthwatering pancake creations. From classic stacks to sweet and savory surprises, this week-long event is a syrupy celebration of breakfast lovers’ dreams. With fun prizes and a city full of flapjack flair, it’s the tastiest challenge you’ll ever take on!

A medley of melodies will ring in spring at Dollywood. The I Will Always Love You Music Festival will fill the cascading mountains with the warmth of song and sunshine through larger-than-life performances, colorful and interactive installations and more. The joy, warmth, flavors and music of spring are ready to be discovered at Dollywood.

Chevys In The Smokies is an annual car show and swap meet celebrating Camaros, Chevelles, C10s, and all types of Chevrolet vehicles. The 2025 Chevys In The Smokies is the 48th anniversary of the Smoky Mountain car show. Events include a swap meet, sales corral, park 'n show, awards show, and a corvette cruise on the Tail Of The Dragon.

Join the fun at the Ponies in the Smokies 2025 car show with 108,000 square feet of indoor vendors and special displays. Come and enjoy the beautiful Smoky Mountains and kick off the car show season right. Ponies In The Smokies is an annual Pigeon Forge car show celebrating the Ford Mustang – the longest produced nameplate by Ford Motor Company.

Calling all the automotive enthusiasts out there! The Pigeon Forge Rod Run car event is the area’s largest automotive gathering, and it’s coming back to town from April 10-12. It's one you surely don’t want to miss! This spring event will feature a massive swap meet with hundreds of show cars, a car corral, top 25 awards, ultimate 5 awards, a cash giveaway of $8,000, and much more. This event is family-friendly and offers free spectator parking at the show! Be sure to head over to the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge and have a blast with us!

Experience the splendor of springtime in the Smokies. Blooming to life in spectacular color, Dollywood's Flower & Food Festival celebrates the beautiful blossoms and fresh flavors of the season with larger-than-life Mosaicultures, unique foods, and NEW shows! Capture picture-perfect moments under the signature Umbrella Sky and hear inspiring sounds of springtime as live music fills the air. Celebrate spring with all your senses.

Live music. Delicious food. Awesome fun. Whether you’re enjoying toe-tapping tunes, devouring the nation’s best BBQ or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of one of the southeast’s top festivals, Bloomin’ BBQ is a weekend of fun for the whole family.

Each year, Sevierville’s Bloomin’ BBQ Festival plays host to the biggest and brightest bluegrass stars.

Summer's best moments come alive in the Smokies. Here, days are brighter and nights sparkle during Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration. Surprises await around every sun-kissed corner, including refreshing ways to play, inspiring bursts of summer color and returning family-favorite shows.. As the sun starts to set, watch hundreds of drones dance across the night sky during the dazzling Sweet Summer Nights drone & fireworks show.

An entire month to honor all the brave men and women who have fought and are still fighting for our freedom. From August 1 – 31, Pigeon Forge will be celebrating our freedom fighters with discounts for veterans, current military personnel, police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians at many of our local businesses and attractions.

The Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede is a major annual event in Tennessee held at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge. Whether you own a Bronco or are thinking about getting one, this is the place to be for EVERYTHING Ford Bronco.The event is open to ALL Bronco enthusiasts and Bronco clubs throughout the nation. It is an Expo for all the leading Bronco parts and accessory vendors and the smaller vendors who deal in Bronco and off-road-related products

The Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion will be held at the beautiful LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge. This is an indoor and outdoor event that will feature an array of national, regional and local Jeep accessory vendors. This event is a vendor-driven event open to all Jeep enthusiasts. Anyone who owns or loves Jeeps is welcome and encouraged to attend this event. Held inside the beautiful LeConte Center, this year’s invasion will be packed full of vendors and spectators alike, enjoying all things Jeep!