Category: Holidays

Experience the magic of the holiday season in the Smoky Mountains, where Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge transform into winter wonderlands filled with festive cheer. From the enchanting lights of Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas to the heartwarming holiday events at Anakeesta and SkyLand Ranch, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The Smokies offer the perfect backdrop for creating lifelong memories this Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. ...

There's nothing quite like the peace of winter in the Smokies. A blanket of white tops the mountain peaks. Streams of smoke rise from chimneys. Frosted windows give glimpses into the warm interiors of shops and restaurants, and rosy cheeks of passersby remind those braving the plummeting temps outside to button their coats up a little tighter. Coffee, tea, and soup are on the brain, and nothing feels better than curling up under a warm blanket with no agenda and nowhere to be. ...

As usual, Tennessee's Smoky Mountains are bustling with holiday activities, and you won't want to miss a single thing. From light displays, live music, and parades to incredible fireworks displays to ring in the new year, there's fun for everyone in the coming months. Here's what's ahead in November and December in Gatlinburg: ...

2022 has been a year of reflection for our Mountain Laurel Chalets team. As we've celebrated our 50th anniversary in a multitude of meaningful ways, the common theme over the last many months has been that of deep, deep gratitude. We have so much to... ...

Imagine starting out your Easter morning with the most beautiful view of the sun rising over the Great Smoky Mountains. ...

The last night of October is reserved for sweet treats and spooky surprises! Halloween is a fun experience in the downtown area of Gatlinburg as throngs of people jam the sidewalks taking ghosts, goblins, princesses and the latest Superhero trick or treating up the Parkway. You can... ...

For a small town Gatlinburg knows how to host a crowd and our award winning parades are known throughout the country. The Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade rolls through the streets of Gatlinburg to the amusement of over 60,000 spectators. The acclaimed ... ...