Holiday Markets & Winter Shopping Events

The best seasonal shopping events surrounded with holiday cheer

As the holiday season rolls in, who doesn’t love to bundle up for a little shopping trip? There’s nothing quite like a good holiday market to get in a festive mood. Check out these top shopping events happening in and around Pigeon Forge during Winterfest this year. For more things to do during Winterfest, be sure to check out our full event calendar.

Wonders Of Light Christmas Village

November 13 through 28, 2026

The annual Wonders of Light Christmas Village in Patriot Park starts with the city’s Winterfest Kickoff event and continues every weekend in November. Stroll through and explore dozens of vendor booths featuring the Smokies’ best artisans and crafters showcasing delicious holiday treats, seasonal decor, and unique gifts.

Wonders Of Light Christmas Village

Holiday Handcrafters Fair

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The Holiday Handcrafters Festival at the Heritage Center is a longtime favorite for holiday shopping in the Smokies. Visitors can explore booths filled with handmade crafts, unique gifts, and seasonal treats, all while enjoying the festive spirit of the season. With free admission, it’s the perfect way to kick off your Christmas shopping.

Holiday Handcrafters Fair

Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival

November 24 through December 6, 2026

The Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival brings the season to life at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Members of the nation’s largest community of independent artisans will showcase their handmade gifts, from quilts and pottery to candles, baskets, jewelry, and more. Open daily, this much loved holiday show is the perfect place to find one of a kind treasures while experiencing the rich heritage of the Smokies.

Arts & Crafts Festival

Festival of Trees Silent Auction

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Gatlinburg’s annual Festival Of Trees event kicks off with their Candy Canes & Cocktails Preview Party featuring a silent auction. Tickets are $50 per person, and the event benefits the Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains.

Gatlinburg’s Festival Of Trees

Mountain Mile Christmas Market

Fridays & Saturdays • Nov 28, 2025 – Dec 27, 2025

The Mountain Mile is bringing holiday cheer to Pigeon Forge with its annual Christmas Market, happening every Friday and Saturday from Black Friday through December 27. Stroll through festive vendor booths, sip hot chocolate, and enjoy the giant light-up Christmas tree – complete with a tree lighting ceremony the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Families can visit Santa, explore the Christmas Kid Zone, and shop unique holiday gifts while soaking in the magic of Winterfest.

Mountain Mile Christmas Market

Cocoa Crawl Christmas Market

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The Cocoa Crawl Christmas Market in Downtown Sevierville is bringing a night of holiday cheer with shopping, sweet treats, and plenty of cocoa. Local makers and bakers will fill the streets with handcrafted gifts, cozy drinks, and festive flavors, making it the perfect place to sip, shop, and soak up the Christmas spirit.

Cocoa Crawl Christmas Market

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