Things to Do During the Christmas Holiday in Pigeon Forge
There’s nothing like spending Christmas in the Great Smoky Mountains at Willow Brook Lodge. Lights, décor and celebrations of the most wondrous time of year fill the area. Not only can guests expect the best Southern hospitality around, but Pigeon Forge is also packed with top-notch attractions, amazing shows, incredible food and shopping, and plenty of accommodations to suit your family’s style and budget. And the holiday season is no different!
Check out these fun events and things to do during the holidays in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Experience a winter wonderland at Winterfest
Winterfest
Nov 7, 2024 – Feb 16, 2025
The annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest gets better and brighter each year. Experience this winter wonderland featuring more than six million holiday lights that set the town aglow, captivating holiday shows and fun celebrations at area attractions. You’ll quickly see why part of your family’s holiday traditions should include a visit to Pigeon Forge!
Winterfest Wonders of Light Walking Trail
Nov 7, 2024 – Feb 16, 2025
The Wonders of Light walking trail is a free outdoor walk-thru holiday lights experience. The flat, paved and pet-friendly trail runs along the Pigeon Forge Riverwalk, from The Island in Pigeon Forge to The Old Mill Square area, and treats walkers to more than 25 nature-inspired light displays. Hours are 5pm to 1am daily.
Amazing Christmas Shows
Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede
Nov 1, 2024 – Jan 4, 2025
Delight in the great holiday entertainment by grabbing a seat at Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede. This amazing holiday show features 32 magnificent horses, a live nativity scene and an appearance from Santa himself. It’s the Smokies’ most fun place to eat during the holidays!
Christmas Show at Country Tonite
Nov 2 – Dec 31, 2024
Country Tonite presents a spirited holiday celebration filled with the sounds of holiday classics and special appearances by Frosty the Snowman and Santa Claus.
Hatfield & McCoy Christmas Disaster Dinner Feud
Oct 31, 2024 – Jan 4, 2025
For an evening of fun, food and entertainment, watch the famous feudin’ families as they try to set aside their differences at the Hatfield & McCoy Christmas Disaster Dinner Feud.
Christmas at Array
Nov 1 – Dec 30, 2024
Experience the ultimate Christmas Show in the Smokies. This two-hour extravaganza features world-class vocalists, incredible yuletide dancers and amazing musicians performing all your favorite Christmas classics, as well as new favorites.
‘Illusionation, Believe in Magic’ – Christmas Show
Nov 6 – Dec 31, 2024
‘Illusionation, Believe in Magic’ stars internationally acclaimed magician Hudy at The Mountain of Entertainment Theater in Pigeon Forge. Hudy combines large-scale illusions, state-of-the-art special effects, dazzling Christmas costumes, sleight of hand tricks and imagination to form this incredible show the whole family will enjoy!
Comedy Barn Christmas Show
Nov 18, 2024 – Jan 4, 2025
Comedy Barn brings a Christmas show like no other. With brand new acts combined with your favorite acts from the past, it’s the funniest Christmas show in the Smokies!
Enjoy holiday festivities at Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas
Nov 1, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas has earned one of the industry’s highest awards—the Golden Ticket—for twelve years! You’re sure to get in the Christmas spirit with a stroll through more than five million holiday lights that set the park aglow.
Enjoy heartwarming holiday shows and tasty holiday treats, along with Dollywood’s award-winning rides. Stroll through a winter wonderland experience at Glacier Ridge. And make sure to peek inside Santa’s cabin to see whether your name is on the naughty or nice list!
Each night, the celebration concludes with a Christmas fireworks display called Merry & Bright! Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season in Pigeon Forge.
