Early November marks the start of one of the Smokies' favorite traditions. According to Visit Sevierville, Smoky Mountain Winterfest runs from November 6, 2026 through February 15, 2027, with Sevierville and her sister cities of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg decked out in lights along the Parkway.
Kick off the season at Tanger Outlets
Tanger Sevierville's annual tree lighting is on November 6, according to Visit Sevierville. It is a festive start to the season and a natural pairing with a shopping day at the outlets.
Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland
Visit Sevierville lists Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland, a drive-through LED light and music experience, from November 13, 2026 to January 3, 2027.
Christmas in downtown Sevierville
The first weekend of December brings hometown holiday events. Visit Sevierville lists Christmas at the Courthouse on Thursday, December 3, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, with a tree lighting at the Sevier County Courthouse, and the 64th Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5, at 11 am. Read more in our guide to local events in Sevierville.
Holiday fun nearby
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas runs November 6, 2026 to January 3, 2027, according to Dollywood, so it is easy to combine the lights in Sevierville with a day in nearby Pigeon Forge.
Sources: Visit Sevierville (visitsevierville.com/Winterfest) and Dollywood (dollywood.com).
