Smoky Mountain Winterfest has brightened the nights in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg for thirty-six years. With 15 million lights decorating the famed Parkway through all three cities, plus great holiday light attractions, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the winter season in Sevierville this year.
Skyland Ranch
Christmas at the Ranch (daily 10am-6pm) featuring seasonal shopping, dining, ranch animals and holiday photo opportunities.
Jingle Bell Jamboree (select nights 5pm-6pm) – This is a fun event for kids 12 and under with a Christmas trail featuring candy and treats, a “Where’s Dozer” scavenger hunt, letter writing to Santa, crafts, face painting, holiday music, and more.
Festival of Lights (select nights 6pm-9pm) – Enjoy lights, an original live production called the “Very Merry Late Show”, and festive Christmas movie-themed food and treats.
Festival of Lights + Jingle Bell Jamboree Dates are: November: 7–11, 14–15, 18, 21–29 | December: 2, 5–6, 9, 12–13, 16, 18–31 | January: 1–3
Wilderness at the Smokies will once again transforming its outdoor waterpark.
(Nov. 14 – Jan. 4) Enjoy a 1.5 mile drive through light show during Smoky Mountain Winterfest. The mesmerizing light show features brilliant LED lights dancing in time to music played on your car radio. Once you’ve driven through the show, enjoy “Snowy Mountain Village” (located inside Soaky Mountain Waterpark) for exciting kids’ activities, carnival games, crafts, and visits with Santa on select nights. Snowy Mountain Village operating calendar is Nov. 15-17, Nov. 22-30, Dec. 1-30.
Make plans to attend the Christmas at the Courthouse tree lighting on December 4th from 5:30pm until 8:30pm in historic downtown Sevierville.
Then return the next morning for Sevierville’s 63rd Annual Christmas Parade on December 6 beginning at 11am. This hometown Christmas Parade is a holiday delight and winds its way through historic downtown Sevierville.
Create New Holiday Traditions
Explore some new things to see and do in Sevierville. Family-friendly attractions, like the kid-friendly construction themed Dig’N Zone Theme Park, are a great way to make holiday memories with family. Likewise XPERIA: Ocean Journey’s digital undersea experience, located at Tanger Sevierville, provides a weather-proof experience for all to enjoy.
Historic downtown Sevierville is a must-see destination during the holidays as well. Lights, shops and restaurants welcome guests to explore while vibrant murals and free self-guided historic walking tours provide hours of activity.
Make sure to save time for favorite holiday traditions as well, from snow skiing to ice skating. Smoky Mountain Winterfest is a holiday tradition worth making your own. Discover more things to see and do, places to shop, and memories to make together.
