A Joyful December Vacation to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

Visit Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge in December to enjoy crisp weather, old-fashioned holiday celebrations, and shows the whole family will love.

1. Cheer at a Parade

Grab a spot for the Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Parade! Sing along to marching bands and watch the giant balloons, horseback riders, floats, strolling characters, and more. The parade kicks off at 7:30 p.m.

2. Get Outside

Whether you’re an expert skier or a complete novice, you’ll find the right slopes for you at Ober Mountain. Not into skiing? Try snow tubing, ice skating, ice bumper cars, and more.

3. Experience a Unique "Titanic" Holiday

For a December outing, you won’t find anywhere else, visit the Titanic Museum Attraction and let this historic setting sweep you into the past. It’s Christmas, 108 years ago, on board the luxury ocean liner, with costumed characters and beautiful music setting the scene.

4. Enjoy a Holiday Show

Toe-tapping and ear-tickling shows are the pride of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, and in December, holiday themes bring extra sparkle!

Dolly Parton’s Stampede features 32 beautiful horses with expert riders. At the holidays, enjoy your four-course feast while you root for your favorite elves in a North Pole-South Pole rivalry.

The Comedy Barn’s clean humor is family-friendly, and the Christmas show adds festive songs, costumes, sets, and plenty of hilarious acts for December audiences.

Country Tonite’s gifted singers and dancers perform holiday classics in beautiful Christmas settings. Special guests like Frosty, Santa and the Sugar Plum Fairy are sure to drop in.

5. Make Memories

Spend your December getaway relaxing by the fireplace at your private cabin while you watch favorite movies. Use the convenient kitchen to bake cookies together. Play board games with the kids or cards with your sweetheart. Book your Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge cabin now.