Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland invites guests to become part of a holiday story! The drive-through show combines lights and sound for an immersive experience the whole family will enjoy. Marvel at majestic 25-foot-tall angels, walls of lights, and a star-studded pathway. Then weave through comical North Pole themed displays. Afterward, guests are invited to visit the Snowy Mountain Village attraction on site for sweet treats, family fun activities and photos with Santa on select evenings November 28-30 and December 5-7, 12-14, and 19-23. Both attractions take place at Soaky Mountain Waterpark. Catch Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland November 14 through January 4 and Snowy Mountain November 15-17, 22-30, and December 1-31. Admission fees are per vehicle.

Wilderness at the Smokies goes big during the holiday season with an eye-popping array of decorations plus a great lineup of festivities. Enjoy ice skating on a real outdoor ice rink (November 7 - January 11). Get creative with holiday treats and writing letters to Santa in Santa’s Workshop. Or join Mrs. Claus for storytime on select dates throughout November and December. Santa appearances will also take place at Wilderness at the Smokies on November 28-29 and December 5-6, 12-13, and 19-23. Book special overnight packages like the ‘Winter Warm Up’ with knit gloves and other goodies, ‘Holiday Story Time’ with a copy of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas' and more treats, or the ‘Mini Christmas Tree’ package with a two-foot, pre-lit keepsake tree and additional surprises. Find all the dates and details here.

Bass Pro Outdoor World kicks off the holiday season in early November with fun and festivities for kids of all ages. Participate in holiday craft giveaways inside the store and pose for a free 4x6-inch photo with Santa through December 24. For more festive fun with Santa, reserve a time to hear Christmas Tales with Santa happening every Tuesday beginning November 4, or on select dates, reserve a Yuletide Breakfast with Santa. Photo hours vary throughout the season and reservations are required—book yours in advance at basspro.com/santa.

Sevierville is your hometown Christmas destination in the Smokies. Make plans to visit historic downtown Sevierville on Thursday, December 4 for Christmas at the Courthouse from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. This free community event features festive music, holiday crafts, delicious treats, traditional tree lighting, and of course, a visit from Santa himself!

Dollywood hosts its award-winning Smoky Mountain Christmas from November 1 through January 4, 2026. Enjoy spectacular light displays, holiday shows, and award-winning rides at one of the world’s top theme parks. Santa will be back on park again this year as well, greeting all the kids and kids at heart through December 23.

The Christmas Place in neighboring Pigeon Forge is the largest Christmas shopping village in the South and a great place to stock up on Christmas gifts and collectibles from designer-themed trees to personalized ornaments to traditional décor. Santa will visit from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Thursday through Monday and 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Find details here or call 1-800-445-3396.

Plan a Kids’ Day with Santa at Quaker Steak & Lube on Sunday, December 2 from 5pm to 7pm. Then enjoy breakfast for dinner with Santa on Tuesday, December 9 from 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Flapjacks Pancakes Sevierville.

Santa Claus is coming to the farm! Visit Santa at Five Oaks Farm Kitchen beginning November 2. Visit with Santa throughout November on Sundays and Mondays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and in December on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Anakeesta, in nearby Gatlinburg hosts a range of winter enchantments starting on November 15. Santa will host an early breakfast on top of the mountain (which is a separate ticketed event) on December 6, 13, 20, and 21 from 7:45 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. The Enchanted Christmas Celebration of Lights runs until January 4 and features light displays throughout the magical villages, delicious dining, holiday shopping, and cozy gathering places. Find details here.

Mingle and Jingle with Kris Kringle at Ober Mountain December 6 and 20. Have a nice warm breakfast and private meet and greet with Santa. Also enjoy a tram ride, crafts, singalongs, movies, and more with Santa’s cheerful helpers! Book in advance here .

Looking for a unique experience with Santa? Bring your little ones to Xperia: Ocean Journey for a digital underwater adventure on December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21. Explore the ocean depths in this first-of-its-kind, completely digital attraction, and new this holiday season, take a tour guided by none other than Santa and Mrs. Clause! Each tour includes a special gift and a complimentary photo with Santa. Tours with the Clauses are limited to specific dates and times.

Smoky Mountain Winterfest runs November 7 through February 16 in Sevierville. Throughout Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg, more than 15 million lights stretch a total of 25 miles to create a delightful drive route. In Sevierville you can also enjoy unique shopping, award-winning attractions, and cozy accommodations from quaint cabins and treehouses to modern hotels.