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November 12, 2023
As the last of the autumn leaves fall from the trees, Pigeon Forge, TN gears up for its annual Winterfest celebration! From early November through the middle of February, our Smoky Mountain city is transformed into a winter wonderland with special decorations and a variety of fun events. To help you make the most of your vacation, Large Cabin Rentals has put together a guide to three of the best ways to enjoy Pigeon Forge Winterfest:
Throughout Winterfest, Pigeon Forge is decked out with more than 5 million beautiful holiday lights! These gorgeous displays depict traditional Christmas scenes along with iconic images from the Pigeon Forge area, like The Old Mill and Smoky Mountain black bears.
The best way to see all of these glittering decorations is to take the Winterfest Driving Tour of Lights. Just stop by the Pigeon Forge Trolley Office at Patriot Park or the Pigeon Forge Welcome Center to pick up a free Driving Tour of Lights brochure and map. Be sure to bring a camera, because the Winterfest lights are definitely photo-worthy!
The Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! From early November through the end of the year, the Southeast’s best theme park features more than 6 million Christmas lights and special seasonal entertainment. Here is just some of the fun you can expect to enjoy at Dollywood during Pigeon Forge Winterfest:
Every night during the festival, the theme park hosts an impressive drone show that illuminates the night sky with festive holiday lights and entertains guests with festive tunes.
Catch a heart-warming holiday show while you're there, like guests' favorite, "Christmas in the Smokies," or "Twas the Night Before Chrsitmas"!
Keep an eye out for holiday characters wandering throughout the park who will make the perfect photo op for your kids, and don't miss the chance to meet Santa Claus and find out if you're on his Nice List!
Pigeon Forge is famous for its family friendly theaters, and during Winterfest, these shows get a holiday twist! During the months of November and December, you can catch wonderful Christmas shows filled with festive music and plenty of good cheer. Here is a quick look at some of the area’s best holiday performances:
The Dolly Parton's Stampede Christmas Show features elves, life-size toys, evergreen trees, glittering lights, and a beautiful nativity scene. While you watch, you'll get to enjoy a delicious four-course feast!
The Country Tonite Christmas Show is the perfect place to hear all of your favorite Christmas songs, along with some amazing country, bluegrass, and gospel. You don't have to be a country music fan to fall in love with this holiday performance!
Want to laugh? The Comedy Barn puts on a hilarious Christmas performance with special Christmas skits you won't see anywhere else.
When you stay with Large Cabin Rentals, you will be just a short drive from all of the best ways to enjoy Pigeon Forge Winterfest. To start planning your vacation, browse our selection of Pigeon Forge cabin rentals!
