Top 9 Favorite Things to Do at Christmas in Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge at Christmas creates magical memories your family will treasure for years. Join the fun with these outings you won’t find anywhere else but here! 

1. Pigeon Forge Winterfest

Every night, millions of lights thrill visitors all over the city in this free festival. Take a self-guided driving tour, or explore 25 lighted displays on the Wonders of Light Walking Trail.  

2. Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Hear tunes to lift your spirits. Spy on Santa in his workshop. Wander through nostalgic displays with six million lights–icy white and blue at Glacier Ridge, warm red and green in Santa’s Village. With weekend fireworks, plus all Dollywood’s usual rides and attractions, this is the ultimate Smokies Christmas. 

3. Christmas at The Island

The Island combines dining, shopping, and attractions in one entertainment district. For the holidays, the Show Fountain bursts into lights and music every evening, while choreographed lights dance on Christmas trees. 

4. Holiday-Themed Shows

This town has so many great shows, you can see a different one each night! Acrobatic pirates, country comedians, variety show acts, Motown tunes, prancing horses–these and more are waiting for you at this link. 

5. Christmas at Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center     

Time travel to a pioneer Christmas at this authentic Appalachian village. Watch artisans demonstrate traditional handcrafts. Try your hand at the craft stations, then snack on seasonal treats.

6. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition

Take a virtual visit to one of the world’s great churches. Immerse yourself in the faith-filled paintings of Rome’s Sistine Chapel. This exhibit uses the latest technology to surround you with life-sized, up-close images of spiritual masterpieces.

7. Christmas At Titanic Museum Attraction

Experience Christmas aboard this interactive replica of the infamous ship. Decked out in lavish holiday finery, the Titanic shows off the glamour that first-class passengers would have expected. Take on the roles of real passengers, and learn about their voyage–and their fates. 

8. Shopping

Finding gifts is a pleasure, not a chore, when you shop in Pigeon Forge. Look for handcrafted pottery, baskets, and woodcrafts. Treat your friends to locally made goodies, from Moon Pies to moonshine. Discover old-fashioned toys and souvenirs at traditional general stores.

9. Making Memories at Your Smokies Cabin 

Bake cookies with the kids. Sip hot chocolate with your honey on the deck. Switch off the phones and play board games as a family. Watch your favorite Christmas movies. Reserve your Pigeon Forge cabin rental now, and plan your Christmas getaway.