When the holidays arrive in Pigeon Forge, the town transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive carols, and magical entertainment. This year, Dolly Parton’s Stampede and the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, two iconic holiday dinner shows in Pigeon Forge, are offering a first-class ticket to seasonal cheer and Southern comfort. Both feature spectacular performances, delicious Southern feasts, and family-friendly fun, offering a unique experience for families planning their holiday vacation.
Perfect for making new family traditions or continuing beloved annual visits, these shows will add extra magic to your holidays. Here’s why you want to experience both during your Pigeon Forge holiday getaway.
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Brings Christmas Dreams to Life
For sheer spectacle, Dolly Parton’s Stampede transforms its 35,000-square-foot arena into a stunning Christmas dreamscape complete with lights, evergreens, poinsettias, and other festive touches. Under a starry sky reminiscent of ancient Bethlehem, 32 magnificent horses and talented riders perform stunning feats that will leave your whole family breathless.
- Experience the “Elegance on Ice” performance. This incredible ice spectacular features talented skaters who spin and glide gracefully across the arena under dazzling lights. The performance is already becoming a crowd favorite, adding even more magic to an already unforgettable experience.
- Packed with world-class entertainment for the whole family. You’ll cheer during a friendly North Pole – South Pole Rivalry, watch the Sugar Plum Fairy bring giant dolls and nutcrackers to life, and marvel at a live nativity complete with real sheep and camels. And you won’t want to miss the Big Fella’s appearance! Santa himself arrives in a horse-drawn sleigh to spread holiday cheer far and wide.
- A delicious four-course holiday feast. The show pairs perfectly with Stampede’s hearty four-course meal. You’ll enjoy Stampede’s original creamy vegetable soup with hot buttery biscuits, rotisserie chicken, hickory-smoked pulled pork, hot buttered corn on the cob, and homestyle mashed potatoes. Save room for the famous apple turnover for dessert. Unlimited Coca-Cola, tea, or coffee keeps you refreshed throughout the evening.
- Pre-show activities and entertainment. At Dolly Parton’s Stampede, the fun starts as soon as you arrive. Before the show, you can explore the open-air stables and meet the magnificent horses up close. Browse the gift shop for unique souvenirs, enjoy live pre-show bluegrass and country music in the Saloon, and grab a cold drink in a souvenir Boot Mug.
Show Times
With multiple daily showtimes, it’s easy to fit Dolly Parton’s Stampede into your vacation itinerary. For planning purposes, you’re encourages to check out the show schedule for the most up-to-date information, so you won’t miss out!
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Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud: Holler-Day Hilarity
If you’re looking for something completely different, the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud delivers holiday entertainment with a hefty side of mountain mayhem. The longest-running feud in history gets a Christmas makeover, and let’s just say it’s going to take a Christmas miracle to bring these famous feuding families together. Get ready for festive comedy, outrageous stunts, and hilarious holiday chaos.
- Outrageous family entertainment. Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud features singing, dancing, mountain clogging, and jaw-dropping stunts. Watch diving hillbillies and diving dogs plunge into a 22-foot-deep swimming hole. Meet Lil Hickory, a pig with a serious knack for holiday mischief. Even the sheriff and mayor get caught up in the shenanigans. From musical competitions to a duet between Pa Hatfield and Ma McCoy, this side-splitting performance is guaranteed to put the whole family in the holiday spirit.
- All-you-can-eat comfort food. While you cheer for your favorite family, load up on crispy fried chicken, savory pulled pork, and delicious smashed taters. It’s the best dinner in town, and Granny guarantees it. The menu also includes coleslaw, buttery corn on the cob, hot homestyle bread, and creamy vegetable soup. This Southern-style holiday meal is all you can eat, so dig in. Just be sure to save room for Granny’s famous specialty dessert.
- Pre-show experience featuring farmlife and photo ops. Arrive early to see the Hatfields & McCoys air their dirty laundry in their mountain farmyard filled with laundry hanging on clotheslines, plus an outhouse, farm animals, and over-the-top photo opportunities. When you arrive, you’ll be recruited to either Team Hatfield or Team McCoy, so get ready to cheer loud and proud for your side.
Show Times*
The Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Feud runs daily, giving you plenty of scheduling flexibility. Refer to the schedule calendar for the most up-to-date information, so you won’t miss out!
*Pro Tip: It’s recommended to arrive one hour ahead of show time for dinner!
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Why See Both Christmas Shows?
These two Christmas dinner shows couldn’t be more different, which is exactly why they’re both worth your time.
Dolly Parton’s Stampede brings elegance, grace, and tradition to this Christmas celebration. The majestic horses, stunning performances, and beautiful holiday touches capture the wonder of Christmas and make guests of all ages believe in magic.
The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud is rowdy, high-energy, and hilariously chaotic. This variety show is pure entertainment from start to finish, with comedy and stunts that’ll have everyone laughing before the first course arrives.
If you’re planning an extended stay in Pigeon Forge or making a return visit this season, experiencing both shows gives you the best of both worlds. From graceful figure eights on the ice to the hilarious antics of Lil Hickory the pig, there’s truly nothing else like them.
Make These Shows Part of Your Annual Family Tradition
Two spectacular holiday shows, two completely different experiences, both guaranteed to create lasting family memories. Whether you prefer elegant horses performing under the stars at Dolly Parton’s Stampede or feuding families bringing laughs and chaos to your holiday table at Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, both Christmas dinner shows deliver unforgettable entertainment and delicious Southern comfort food.
Make these shows part of your annual family tradition and experience all the fun, wonder, and joy of Christmas in the Smoky Mountains. Book your tickets early so you don’t miss out.
