Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas

Experience the magic of Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas, one of the park’s most beloved holiday traditions. With more than six million twinkling lights, towering Christmas trees, festive entertainment, seasonal flavors and holiday shopping, Dollywood transforms into a winter wonderland in the heart of the Smokies.

Take a stroll through the park and see each area come to life with its own holiday look, from the classic red and green of Santa’s Village and the wintry blues and whites of Glacier Ridge to the warm candlelight glow of Craftsman’s Valley. New for 2026, Country Fair transforms into Peppermint Valley.

Dollywood’s Holiday entertainment returns with family favorites including Christmas in the Smokies and ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, along with outdoor performances like Appalachian Christmas and O Holy Night.

After dark, head to Wildwood Grove for Snow in the Grove, an immersive winter experience featuring the Wildwood Tree, glowing Roly Poly characters, music, colorful lights and snow.

The weekends bring even more Christmas magic with festive fireworks set to holiday music.

Come hungry, too! Dollywood serves up hearty holiday dishes, festive drinks and seasonal sweets throughout Smoky Mountain Christmas. Guests can also purchase a Christmas Tasting Pass to sample up to five participating festival foods.