This year, two Christmas dinner shows in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, bundle a live holiday performance and a Southern feast into one evening: Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede and Christmas at Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud.
Dolly Parton’s Stampede and the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud are offering a first-class ticket to seasonal entertainment. Both feature big performances, hearty Southern feasts, and 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 Christmas dreamscape complete with lights, evergreens, old-fashioned holiday costumes, and softly falling snow. Under a starry sky reminiscent of ancient Bethlehem, 32 magnificent horses and talented riders perform daring 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 and South Pole rivalry, watch toys spring to life during the Magic of Toys segment, and marvel at a live Nativity as three kings ride camels toward Bethlehem. 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. 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 Stampede Signature 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 during the Horse Walk. 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.
Christmas Show Dates and Show Times
Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede runs daily from October 28, 2026, through January 3, 2027. With multiple daily showtimes, it’s easy to fit the show into your vacation itinerary. Check the show schedule for current times, which appear once you choose the number of guests in your party.
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Christmas at Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud: Comedy, Stunts, and a Holiday Feast
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, and jaw-dropping stunts. Even the sheriff and mayor get caught up in the shenanigans. It all adds up to a rowdy night of holiday comedy for the whole family.
Lil Hickory steals the holiday show. The Christmas production gives the feud a holiday storyline and adds the show’s favorite Christmas cast member: Lil Hickory, a pig with a serious knack for holiday mischief. He’s a big hit with younger guests, so keep an eye on him between the stunts and the songs.
All-you-can-eat comfort food. Before the hollering starts, 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 Southern-style creamy soup. This Southern-style holiday meal is all you can eat, with unlimited Coca-Cola, tea, or coffee, so dig in. Just be sure to save room for Granny’s famous specialty dessert.
Pre-show experience featuring farm life and photo ops. Explore the mountain farmyard, where live goats and chickens greet you, an outhouse photo spot waits, and rustic Appalachian details fill every corner. Once inside, you’ll pick a side, so get ready to cheer loud and proud for your kin.
Christmas Show Dates and Show Times
Christmas at Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud runs daily November 6, 2026, through January 3, 2027, giving you plenty of scheduling flexibility. Refer to the show schedule for the most up-to-date information.
Insider Tip: Dinner comes out before the show starts, so arrive up to one hour before showtime, or 90 minutes ahead with VIP Experience tickets.
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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, the two shows give you two very different nights out.
At a Glance: Christmas at the Stampede vs. Hatfield & McCoy
| Christmas at Dolly Parton's Stampede | Christmas at Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud | |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | Daily, Oct. 28, 2026, to Jan. 3, 2027 | Daily, Nov. 6, 2026, to Jan. 3, 2027 |
| Address | 3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge | 119 Music Road, Pigeon Forge |
| Show Style | Horse stunts, ice skating, live Nativity, Santa's sleigh | Comedy, stunts, live music, diving dogs, Lil Hickory the pig |
| Meal | Four-course feast served as the show begins | All-you-can-eat Southern supper served before the show |
| When to Arrive | Up to 1 hour 15 minutes early | Up to 1 hour early (90 minutes with VIP Experience) |
| Special Meals | Vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan meals selected at checkout | Alternative meal for food allergies; call ahead |
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.
