15 Festive Ways to Have a Smoky Mountain Christmas
Indulge in the Yuletide spirit throughout December in the Smoky Mountains. With mesmerizing Christmas displays, holiday shopping, and abundant family fun, there are countless ways to celebrate the warmth and sparkle of the Christmas season in the Smokies.
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1. Experience a Smoky Mountain Cabin Christmas
Take in the breathtaking view of snow-clad mountains from your deck at a Smoky Mountain cabin. The cabins, complete with comforting amenities, promise a home-like Christmas experience within reach of the holiday attractions. Many come equipped with fireplaces and private hot tubs.
2. Attend a Christmas Show
Enjoy an array of captivating Christmas performances, from comedy to holiday classics, in the Smoky Mountains. Several theaters also offer delectable dinners alongside the shows.
3. Tour Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg Lights
Witness the Smoky Mountains adorned in millions of twinkling lights during the Christmas season. Drive through Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg for an unforgettable illumination tour or take the Gatlinburg Trolley Tour of Lights.
4. Visit Crave’s Candy Christmas
Crave Golf Club transforms into a candy-themed Christmas wonderland over the holidays, complete with trees, lights, and ornaments. Experience mini-golf while indulging in sweet treats and capturing memorable Christmas photos.
5. Lights Over Gatlinburg at the SkyLift Park
The Gatlinburg SkyLift Park lights up for the holidays, providing spectacular views of downtown Gatlinburg’s Christmas lights. Take a walk across the Gatlinburg SkyBridge immersed in a light tunnel.
6. Explore Anakeesta’s Enchanted Christmas
Anakeesta’s Enchanted Christmas promises twinkling holiday lights, Christmas decor, and warm hot chocolates around a fire pit. Anakeesta also hosts winter food specials and distinctive drink options. The view of the snowy Mount LeConte provides an unforgettable vista.
7. Discover Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland in Sevierville
Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland offers a mobile visual spectacle featuring synchronized light and music shows. Guests can also visit Santa’s Workshop to indulge in interactive activities, meet Santa Claus and enjoy snacks.
8. Visit The Gatlinburg Space Needle
The Gatlinburg Space Needle provides panoramic views of Gatlinburg’s amazing Christmas light displays, against the backdrop of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
9. Shop at the Christmas Place
The Christmas Place provides a variety of holiday decor and gifts for last-minute Christmas shoppers. With everything from tree ornaments to apparel, you can celebrate the season in style.
10. Experience Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood
Dollywood boasts stunning light displays, live Christmas shows, and myriad attractions during Smoky Mountain Christmas. Interact with Rudolph, enjoy Christmas in the Smokes and watch the Parade of Many Colors.
11. Explore The Village in Gatlinburg
The Village in Gatlinburg decks up in Christmas lights, trees, garland, and more during the holiday season. Enjoy a hot coffee and some last-minute Christmas shopping amid the festive ambiance.
12. Visit the Christmas and Candle Shop At the Apple Barn
The Christmas and Candle Shop, a part of the Apple Barn Village, offers beautiful decorations, twinkling lights, hand-poured candles, and a unique Christmas shopping experience filled with Christmas tunes.
13. Revel at The Island During Winterfest
The Island in Pigeon Forge is a joy to visit during Christmas with various shops, rides, Christmas lights, carolers, and even Santa Claus.
14. Tour the Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum glitteringly dresses up for Christmas. The gift shop offers unique Christmas gifts and collectibles for Titanic enthusiasts.
15. Enjoy Snowy Fun at Ober Mountain
If you dream of a white Christmas, you’ll love spending Christmas in the Smokies! Visit Ober Mountain for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in the snow created by the resort’s snow-making machines.
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