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Winterfest

CELEBRATE THE SEASON

There’s something special about winter in the Smokies. The 37th Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest brings millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, seasonal attractions, and special events to Pigeon Forge and the surrounding Smoky Mountains.

At Camp Margaritaville Resort Pigeon Forge, you can enjoy holiday fun at the resort and explore all the season has to offer. Whether you settle into The Lodge or bring your RV, it’s the perfect place to gather, play, and make new holiday memories.

Holiday Lights

Smoky Mountain Winterfest

The 37th Annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest lights up Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville with millions of sparkling lights and spectacular displays throughout the Smokies. From dazzling Parkway displays to festive attractions and walk-through experiences, there are countless ways to enjoy the season. 
November 6, 2026–January 31, 2027

Winterfest Wonders of Light Walking Trail

Stroll along the Riverwalk in Pigeon Forge to experience more than 45 nature-inspired light displays celebrating the wildlife and scenery of the Smokies. This free walking trail is a fun way to experience the magic of Winterfest up close. 
November 6, 2026–January 31, 2027

Winterfest at The Island

The Island transforms for the holidays with millions of lights, more than a mile of garland, a 40-foot walk-through Christmas tree, and nightly holiday fountain shows. Admission is free, so stop by for the lights and stay for dining, shopping, and entertainment. 
November 21, 2026–January 31, 2027

Gatlinburg Winter Magic

Venture into nearby Gatlinburg for even more holiday sparkle, with festive LED light displays illuminating downtown throughout the winter season. 
November 5, 2026–February 15, 2027

Holiday Events

Winterfest Christmas Village

Browse handcrafted gifts, seasonal finds, and festive treats from more than 40 artisans and makers at Patriot Park. Located near the Winterfest Wonders of Light Walking Trail, the Christmas Village is an easy addition to an evening of Winterfest fun. Admission is free.
November 13–15 & November 20–28, 2026

Great Smoky Holiday Arts & Crafts Show

Shop unique handcrafted gifts made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community at their annual Thanksgiving and Christmas shows at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
November 24–December 6, 2026

Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade

Head to nearby Gatlinburg for one of the Smokies’ favorite holiday traditions, featuring festive floats, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands, and more than one million LED lights.
December 4, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.

Sevierville Christmas Parade

Enjoy a traditional hometown Christmas parade in historic downtown Sevierville, featuring a marching band, car groups, pageant winners, baton twirlers, and more.
December 5, 2026 | 11 a.m.

Holiday Attractions

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Experience the magic of the season at Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas, with more than six million twinkling lights, towering Christmas trees, holiday shows, seasonal flavors, festive shopping, and award-winning rides and attractions.
November 6, 2026–January 3, 2027

Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland

Experience acres of dazzling lights synchronized to holiday music from the comfort of your vehicle at Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland in Sevierville. This year’s “Favorite Tales” theme brings classic storybook characters and whimsical scenes to life in colorful, larger-than-life displays.
November 13, 2026–January 3, 2027

Enchanted Christmas at Anakeesta

Experience Christmas high above Gatlinburg as Anakeesta transforms into a mountaintop winter wonderland with more than a million sparkling lights, festive entertainment, seasonal food and drinks, a Hot Cocoa Crawl, cozy fire pits, and spectacular Smoky Mountain views.
November 14, 2026–January 4, 2027

Winter at Ober Gatlinburg

Take your winter getaway to new heights at Ober Gatlinburg. Enjoy panoramic Smoky Mountain views and seasonal recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating, and more.
November–March

Holiday Shows

Pigeon Forge’s popular theaters get into the spirit of the season with special holiday productions filled with music, entertainment, and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede

Celebrate the season with 32 magnificent horses, festive music, a live nativity, ice skating, falling snow, and Santa himself—all while enjoying a four-course holiday feast.
October 28, 2026–January 3, 2027

Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Christmas Show

Get into the holiday spirit with a festive twist on the popular lumberjack competition. Cheer on the Dawson and McGraw families through more than a dozen holiday-themed competitions, including speed climbing, sawing, and log rolling.
November 13, 2026–January 3, 2027

Christmas at Country Tonite

Enjoy Christmas favorites, beautiful choreography, festive sets and costumes, and special appearances from holiday characters including Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus, and the Sugar Plum Fairy.
November 3–December 31, 2026

Christmas at Array

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a two-hour holiday production featuring world-class vocalists, dancers, musicians, festive costumes, and a mix of Christmas classics and new favorites.
November 3–December 31, 2026

Holiday and Seasonal Special Offers

Make Camp Margaritaville Resort Pigeon Forge part of your Smoky Mountain winter getaway. Stay in The Lodge or bring your RV, enjoy all the fun at the resort, and explore Winterfest throughout Pigeon Forge and the Smokies. Check out our seasonal offers below and start planning your stay.

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Enjoy a fall RV getaway in the Great Smoky Mountains! Stay four nights and receive a special site rate, a $50 Food and...

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'Tis the SeaSon: Lodge

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'Tis the SeaSon: RV Resort

Stay 14 nights or more and save 25% on your stay, plus receive a $50 food and beverage credit.

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Tennessee Takeover: Lodge

Tennessee residents, it's your turn to take over paradise! Save up to 25% on your next stay at the Lodge with Promo Code...

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Stars, Stripes, and Chill: RV Resort

Stay 5 nights at the RV Resort and enjoy night 6 for just $2.50. Valid through December 29, 2026 with code BDAY.

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Paradise is Where You Park It: RV Resort

Stay seven nights, get one night free, plus a $50 Fins Bar & Chill credit. Valid through December 29, 2026 with code PARADISE.

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