Winter Celebrations in the Smokies

Rafting in the Smokies is the Real Deal!

No place in the country combines incredible natural beauty with magnificent winter celebrations like the Great Smoky Mountains. After a full day of exploring outdoor activities, or hitting up the great variety of tourist attractions and shopping centers Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge has to offer, enjoy your evening at one of these three fabulous holiday activities that we have rounded up below.

Christmas Shows

Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede

Get swept away into the magic of the holidays with this fantastic, first-class dinner show boasting a legendary four-course meal and exciting theatrical entertainment. Featuring magnificent horses, old-fashioned Christmas costumes, poinsettas and lights, and a fun-filled show with elves, you’re sure to have the time of your life at the Christmas Stampede!   Click here to learn more.

Country Tonite Christmas Show

Country Tonite - Christmas

Repeatedly voted Best Show in the Smokies, Country Tonite’s Christmas rendition of their “Faith, Family, Freedom” themed show is one you won’t want to miss. The magic of the season will come to life on Country Tonite’s stage, with talented cast members performing classic holiday favorites paired with stunning choreography and visually enchanting sets and costumes. Click here for more information and to book your seats today!

Dollywood Christmas

Named best in America for over a decade, Dollywood Christmas is one you don’t want to miss this holiday season. Indulge in hot chocolate, cookies, and other delicious festive-flavored treats. Celebrate the season with live performances of “Appalachian Christmas,” “Candlelight Carolers,” and many other award-winning holiday shows. Click here to plan your trip today.


Make a trip to the Smokies a part of your winter celebrations this year. With so many wondrous activities to choose from, surrounded by so many glorious natural sights and sounds, you’re sure to have a blast with your loved ones this holiday season in the Great Smoky Mountains.

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