Posted on 12/7/2025 by Colonial Properties

7 Things to Do This November in Gatlinburg

7 Things to Do This November in Gatlinburg


From holiday lights to skiing, there’s plenty to see and do this November in Gatlinburg! Book a Gatlinburg cabin now and experience how beautiful a chilly month can be.

1. Winter Magic Celebration

The city gleams with lighted holiday displays, and you’re invited to tour them for free! Simply drive through Gatlinburg to discover delightful animals, elves, carolers, trees, and much more, all created from millions of lights. Find a map for the self-guided driving tour at this link.

2. Anakeesta’s Enchanted Christmas

Anakeesta welcomes you to cozy up by a blazing fire pit. Stroll the “Hot Cocoa Trail” sampling festive flavors. Listen to holiday music, from country to carols. The park’s play areas, treetop walkways, and other attractions are open, and restaurants dish up special holiday menus. 

3. Festival of Trees

Christmas tree lovers shouldn’t miss the dozens of lovely, sometimes whimsical, trees on display at this indoor festival, Nov. 26-30. Kids’ activities and photos with Santa get all ages into the holiday mood!

4. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Enjoy the dazzle of six million colorful lights, towering trees, and heartwarming holiday shows. From thrilling coasters to gentle kids’ rides, the park’s attractions are open. Don’t miss the holiday menus and terrific Christmas shopping!

5. Bluegrass Christmas in the Smokies

Tap your toes at this three-day festival in the Gatlinburg Convention Center, Nov. 20-22. Listen to artists playing all day and into the evening. Can’t make it to all three days? Just grab a one-day ticket to this tuneful event.

6. Lights Over Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg SkyPark glitters with holiday lights, massive Christmas trees, and magical illuminations decorating the incredible SkyBridge. Stroll over the bridge, take in views of downtown and the mountains, then dine or drink to celebrate the season.

7. Slopes Open at Ober Mountain

Tennessee’s only ski resort, Ober Mountain, expects to open snow tubing tracks on Nov. 15 and ski slopes on Nov. 22–just in time for Thanksgiving! This mountaintop amusement park also offers ice skating and ice bumper cars.

Reserve a private, luxurious Gatlinburg cabin now, so you don’t miss a minute of November fun!



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