Upcoming Events

January 2023

Wilderness Wildlife Week

Wilderness Wildlife Week

Jan 24 - 28 | The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center

Enjoy a week long celebration of the Smoky Mountains featuring classes, history, art and music. From educational programs designed specifically for the youngst…

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December 2022

Gatlinburg New Year’s Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks

Gatlinburg New Year’s Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks

December 31 | Downtown Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg will welcome the arrival of 2023 in unique style with its Annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show around the intersection of Parkway and…

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Santa Hustle Smokies 5k & Half Marathon

Santa Hustle Smokies 5k & Half Marathon

December 11 | Wilderness at the Smokies Resort

It’s not just a race. It’s a magical experience. Come join the Santa Hustle magic at The Wilderness Resort. Thousands of Santas will hit the streets of S…

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Christmas at the Courthouse

Christmas at the Courthouse

December 2 | Sevier County Courthouse

Head on down to the Sevier County Courthouse to celebrate the spirit of the season on Friday, December 2, 2022. Enjoy a classic tree lighting in addition to chi…

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November 2022

Paula Deen Tree Lighting

Paula Deen Tree Lighting

November 26 | Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud

On November 26, the Christmas season begins with Paula's Tree Lighting Celebration at the Lumberjack Feud. Paula Deen and the Deen family will be onsite to illu…

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Christmas In The Village

Christmas In The Village

Nov 25 - Dec 17 | Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center

Guests can celebrate the holiday season with family at the Heritage Center's Christmas in the Village by stepping back in time to a pioneer celebration. Living …

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Smoky Mountain Lights

Smoky Mountain Lights

Nov 25 - Jan 2 | Townsend Visitor’s Center

Join us in Townsend for a Peaceful Side Experience! From November 25, 2022 through January 2, 2023 the Townsend Visitors Center will host a drive through Chr…

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Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show

Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show

Nov 22 - 27 | Gatlinburg Convention Center

Get a head start on your holiday shopping and enjoy dozens of booths featuring unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Mountains Arts & Craf…

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Gatlinburg’s Festival Of Trees

Gatlinburg’s Festival Of Trees

Nov 22 - 27 | W.L. Mills Conference Center

The Gatlinburg Festival of Trees will kick off on November 22 at the WL Mills Conference Center. A full list of events will be added as information becomes avai…

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Bluegrass Christmas In The Smokies Music Festival

Bluegrass Christmas In The Smokies Music Festival

Nov 17 - 19 | Gatlinburg Convention Center

Every year hundreds of fans pour into the Gatlinburg Convention Center to come to the Christmas In The Smokies Bluegrass Festival. While the bluegrass festival …

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Lights Over Gatlinburg

Lights Over Gatlinburg

Nov 14 - Jan 31 | Gatlinburg Skylift Park

The holidays are a special time in Gatlinburg, and this year there's no better place to experience the magic than the SkyLift Park - with the most popular holid…

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Winterfest Night Flight

Winterfest Night Flight

Nov 13 - Feb 19 | Scenic Helicopter Tours

Experience the magic of Smoky Mountain Winterfest with a Winterfest Night Flight. Soar over the cities of Sevierville and Pigeon Forge for a one-of-a-kind view …

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Ice Skating at Wilderness

Ice Skating at Wilderness

Nov 11 - Jan 15 | Wilderness at the Smokies Resort

The holiday tradition of ice skating at Wilderness At The Smokies is back from November 11, 2022 through January 15, 2023. A 3,200 sq ft portion of an outdoo…

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Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland

Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland

Nov 11 - Jan 1 | Smokies Stadium

Enjoy a drive-through Christmas light show this winter at Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland. The lights will take place from dusk to 10 pm nightly at Smokies St…

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Redneck Comedy Bus Christmas Lights Tour

Redneck Comedy Bus Christmas Lights Tour

Nov 11 - Dec 30 | Pigeon Forge Parkway

Join the Redneck Comedy Bus Tour on their Smoky Mountain Christmas Lights Tour this holiday season in Pigeon Forge. Beware of merry rednecks and drunken’ rein…

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Wonders Of Winterfest Christmas Village

Wonders Of Winterfest Christmas Village

Nov 10 - 26 | Patriot Park

The all new Wonders of Winterfest Christmas Village takes place on select dates during the month of November. The event will feature three food trucks. Admissio…

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Winterfest Driving Tour Of Lights

Winterfest Driving Tour Of Lights

Nov 10 - Feb 19 | Pigeon Forge Parkway

Winterfest lights in Pigeon Forge shine from early November through mid-February. See more than 5 million shining Pigeon Forge holiday lights when you take the …

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Titanic Christmas & Winter Celebration

Titanic Christmas & Winter Celebration

Nov 8 - Jan 8 | TITANIC Museum Attraction

Inside and out, Titanic is magical during the winter holidays. The sights, sounds and joy of the season are sure to hail the arrival of Christma. You’re invit…

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Townsend Grains & Grits Festival

Townsend Grains & Grits Festival

November 5 | Townsend Visitor’s Center

The Townsend Grains & Grits Festival is a festival of southern spirits and gourmet grub. Come experience our thriving craft spirits and gourmet food community, …

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Polar Express Train Ride

Polar Express Train Ride

Nov 2 - Dec 31 | Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. …

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December 2021

Festival of Christmas Past

Festival of Christmas Past

Dec 10 - 11 | Sugarlands Visitor Center

Experience Christmas in the mountains with old-time music, harp singing, storytelling, craft demonstrations-weaving, spinning, quilting, & basket making- h…

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November 2021

Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival

Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival

Nov 29 - Dec 4 | Gatlinburg Convention Center

Unique handcrafted gifts made by members of Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community are offered as they host their annual holiday show at the Gatlinburg Convention …

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December 2020

New Years Celebration At The Island

New Years Celebration At The Island

December 31 | The Island

Ring in the New Year with us on The Island! After our widely successful event last year we are back BIGGER and BETTER with a night packed full of fun! Live musi…

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November 2018

Annual Holiday Homecoming

Annual Holiday Homecoming

November 11 | Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center

Sponsored by the Tennessee Art Commission and the Arts and Cultural Alliance and designed especially for families, this annual event includes self-guided tours,…

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