The most festive celebration of the season has arrived with Dollywood’s beloved Smoky Mountain Christmas event! During this delightful holiday festival, the theme park transforms into a winter wonderland with more than 6 million twinkling lights, heartwarming shows, delicious festive flavors, and unique seasonal shopping opportunities! Here are the top 5 reasons why you’ll love the Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood:
1. Amazing Holiday Light Displays
As soon as you step into the Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood, you’ll be surrounded by amazing holiday light displays in every direction! Take a scenic stroll through the park and discover how each section tells a seasonal story through its unique and vibrant hues. Santa’s Village features classic red and green colors, Glacier Ridge offers the blues and whites of winter, and Craftsman’s Valley presents a soft candlelight glow. You’ll want to have your camera ready to take some great family photos among these stunning lights!
2. Delicious Seasonal Food to Tempt Your Appetite
There is nothing quite like the delicious seasonal food selections at Dollywood during their Christmas event! A tempting variety of hearty holiday dishes and seasonal sweet treats are on the menu, including such delicacies as Santa’s Skillet Potatoes, Peppermint Mocha Milkshakes, and Peppermint Twist Cupcakes! The best part is that you can try up to five festival foods for one low price by taking advantage of the Smoky Mountain Christmas Tasting Pass!
3. Unique Shopping Opportunities
You’re sure to find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list while exploring the stores throughout Dollywood! The Smoky Mountain Christmas Shop features a variety of handmade ornaments and decorations, while the Emporium is the ultimate gift shop for any Dollywood fan! You’ll also find all kinds of crafts that have been handcrafted right here in the Smokies, including candles, garden and home decor, and hand-blown glass items!
4. Heartwarming Shows for the Whole Family
Another one of the top reasons why you’ll love the Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood is that it features heartwarming shows for the whole family! Head to one of the theme park’s comfortable indoor venues to enjoy performances like "Christmas in the Smokies" and "Twas the Night Before Christmas”, or soak in the festive atmosphere of outdoor performances like "Appalachian Christmas" and "O Holy Night" as holiday lights shine in the background!
5. Dazzling Displays of Snow, Fireworks & More
Each night of the festival, the Wildwood Grove section of the park offers an immersive winter wonderland experience featuring glowing Roly Poly characters and The Wildwood Tree. Watch as it comes to life nightly with a kaleidoscope of light, color, music, and snow! And if you’re lucky enough to be visiting the event on a weekend, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking display where fireworks light up the night sky and dance in tandem with cheerful holiday classics!
Check out all of the rooms at our hotel in Gatlinburg TN today to stay close to the Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood and all of the other festive holiday events throughout the Smokies! We look forward to seeing you soon!
