Things to Do During the Holidays in Pigeon Forge

November brings the start of the beautiful holiday season to Pigeon Forge. Lights, décor and celebrations of the most wondrous time of year fill the city. 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.

 

WINTERFEST LIGHTS UP THE NIGHT

Winterfest Kickoff

Nov 6, 2025
Join us as for the Pigeon Forge Winterfest Kickoff. The event starts with a veteran’s tribute and concerts by the local high school choirs and concludes with the activation of holiday lights followed by a show-stopping fireworks display.

 

Winterfest

Nov 6, 2025 – Feb 15, 2026
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!

 

Wonders of Light Christmas Village

Nov 6-9, Nov 14-16, and Nov 21-29
The Wonders of Light Christmas Village event at Patriot Park invites you to walk through the village, decorated with animated light displays and scenes, and visit with Santa Claus. Attendees can also enjoy live entertainment, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and more!

 

Wonders of Light Walking Trail

Nov 6, 2025 – Feb 15, 2026
Take a stroll along the Wonders of Light Walking Trail that winds alongside the Pigeon Forge Riverwalk and features stunning holiday light displays and festive decorations. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the holiday atmosphere.

 

Winterfest Driving Tour of Lights

Nov 6, 2025 – Feb 15, 2026
Another great way to take in the beauty and splendor of all the holiday light displays throughout Pigeon Forge is on the Winterfest Driving Tour of Lights, which begins at the north end of the Parkway.

MORE WINTERFEST FUN AT THE ISLAND

Winterfest at The Island

Nov 22, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
Explore a magnificent winter wonderland during Winterfest at The Island, featuring spectacular holiday light displays, seasonal entertainment, and festive shopping and dining experiences. Don’t miss the spectacular fountain show with holiday-themed music and light displays.

CELEBRATE THE SEASON AT DOLLYWOOD

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
Experience the magic of Christmas at Dollywood! The park features over six million twinkling lights, festive decorations, holiday shows, and special seasonal treats. Guests can enjoy Broadway-quality performances including the beloved “Christmas in the Smokies” show, visit with Santa, and experience the park’s award-winning Christmas celebration that’s been recognized for twelve consecutive years as the Best Christmas Event at any theme park worldwide. The park also features nightly drone light shows, the Parade of Many Colors, and Christmas-themed menus throughout the park.

STEP ABOARD FOR HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES

Christmas Arrives at the TITANIC

Nov 2, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026
The TITANIC Museum Attraction celebrates the holidays with special Christmas decorations throughout the ship, featuring lavish garlands on the Grand Staircase and teddy bear tributes honoring the Titanic’s youngest passengers. This 2025 experience includes newly revamped Edwardian-era holiday décor that transforms the museum into a true Christmas masterpiece. Guests can see how passengers from different classes celebrated the holiday season and explore the glittering Holiday Gift Shoppe for exclusive ornaments. It’s unlike any museum experience you’ve had, blending history, heart, and holiday magic.

SPECTACULAR HOLIDAY SHOWS

Pigeon Forge is famous for its world-class dinner shows, and many offer special holiday performances that add extra magic to your season:

Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede

Oct 29, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026
Enjoy a nostalgic holiday journey at Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede with a friendly North Pole vs. South Pole rivalry featuring 32 magnificent horses, talented performers, and a hearty four-course feast. The show includes the new “Elegance on Ice” segment where the arena transforms into a frozen wonderland with talented ice skaters, plus the Sugar Plum Fairy bringing toys to life, a live nativity scene with three kings riding real camels, and an appearance from Santa himself in a horse-drawn sleigh. Before the show, enjoy all-new pre-show entertainment in the Saloon featuring live bluegrass and country music.

 

Christmas Show at Country Tonite

Nov 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025
The magic of Christmas comes to the Country Tonite stage at the Christmas Show at Country Tonite. Enjoy talented renditions of Christmas favorites, beautiful choreography, brightly decorated holiday sets, and colorful costumes. This nostalgic, spirited holiday celebration with special performers, including Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus, and the Sugar Plum Fairy in her enchanting dance. Watch as toys come alive during the magical performance of “Where are you Christmas” in a show that will be enjoyed by all ages.

 

Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud – Christmas Show

Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026
Join the famous feuding families for Christmas chaos at the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud where it’ll take a Christmas miracle to bring these rivals together for a night of fun, food, and fightin’. This hodgepodge of holiday entertainment features singing, dancing, jaw-dropping stunts, and Lil Hickory, a mischievous pig with a penchant for Christmas mayhem. Enjoy Granny’s all-you-can-eat holiday feast and Granny’s special dessert.

 

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
Celebrate the season with award-winning entertainment at Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana. Family-favorite shows Christmas in the Smokies and Twas the Night Before Christmas return to share holiday cheer on indoor stages, while outdoor performances of Appalachian Christmas, Holiday Wild Roots, and O Holy Night fill the crisp mountain air with festive spirit. Don’t miss a minute of holiday music as you experience these cherished holiday traditions with your family this Christmas.

 

Christmas at Array

Nov 4, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026
Christmas at Array features world-class vocalists, incredible yuletide dancers, and amazing musicians performing all your favorite Christmas classics and new favorites. The 2-hour show delivers back-to-back acts with Cirque-style acrobatics, high-energy dance numbers, and comedy in a beautifully decorated setting with sparkling costumes and festive flair.

 

‘Illusionation, Believe in Magic’ – Christmas Show

Nov 5, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026
Experience Christmas magic like never before at ‘Illusionation, Believe in the Magic’ starring internationally acclaimed magician Hudy at The Mountain of Entertainment Theater. This two-hour spectacular combines large-scale illusions, state-of-the-art special effects, dazzling Christmas costumes, and classic sleight of hand tricks. It’s a festive fusion of stunning illusions and hilarious comedy that brings Christmas magic, music, lights, and imagination together for the whole family.

 

Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Christmas Supper Show

Nov 7, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
Experience rowdy lumberjack fun paired with holiday cheer and a hearty Paula Deen inspired supper at Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Christmas Supper Show, featuring a brand-new Christmas-themed comedy skit and heartwarming holiday songs. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat supper buffet with classic Southern dishes and the holiday-exclusive Paula’s Poppin’ Peppermint Brownies. The show combines action-packed stunts, toe-tappin’ music, and laugh-out-loud comedy the whole family will love.

 

Comedy Barn Christmas Show

Nov 17, 2025 – Jan 3, 2026
Get ready for the biggest laugh of the season at the Comedy Barn Christmas Show where the holidays meet hilarious entertainment. Enjoy Christmas music, Christmas costumes, and special Christmas acts you’ll only see on this stage, from the Comedy Barn Canines to the Comedy Barn Cloggers and all the jokesters in between. With brand new acts combined with favorite classics, you’ll witness one of the funniest Christmas shows in the Smokies with non-stop holiday humor the whole family will love.

Show schedules vary and are subject to change without notice. Please confirm performance dates/times with the respective venue(s).

YEAR-ROUND CHRISTMAS MAGIC

The Incredible Christmas Place

Open year-round
Celebrate Christmas any time at the South’s largest Christmas shopping village, The Incredible Christmas Place! This festive destination features over 25 designer-themed Christmas trees, thousands of ornaments (with free personalization), novelty and traditional Christmas lights, popular collectibles including Department 56, Christopher Radko, Mark Roberts fairies, German nutcrackers, and more. Don’t miss Mrs. Claus’ Candy Kitchen serving homemade fudge, seasonal candies, and refreshing treats. Visit with Santa year-round (except Christmas Eve when he’s busy!), browse The Partridge & Pear Boutique, and explore themed collections including Christmas Cabin, Elf, Gnome, Farmhouse, North Pole, and Smoky Mountains designs.

ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Island

Dec 31, 2025
Ring in the new year at the New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Island with special entertainment, festivities, and a spectacular midnight celebration to welcome 2026!

 

The Mountain Mile New Year’s Eve Celebration

Dec 31, 2025
Join The Mountain Mile New Year’s Eve Celebration for the transition into the new year with family friendly activities and giveaways! The event starts at 3pm and fireworks start at 8pm.

Planning your visit? Show schedules vary and are subject to change. Please confirm performance dates and times with individual venues before your visit.

With millions of twinkling lights, award-winning shows, festive attractions, and Southern hospitality, Pigeon Forge offers the perfect setting to create family memories that will last a lifetime. From spectacular dinner shows to enchanting light displays, your holidays in the Smokies await!