WINTERFEST FUN

The outdoor ice rink at Wilderness at the Smokies is an exciting addition to Smoky Mountain Winterfest. Tickets are available to both resort guests and members of the public who want to enjoy ice skating. Skate rental is included with the price of admission. The ice rink is open November 11 - January 15.
While at the Wilderness at the Smokies property, check out a new drive-thru Christmas light adventure the whole family will enjoy. This seasonal light attraction will run from November 25 – January 1.
Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland (November 11-January 1) - the most immersive Christmas drive-through light show in the world is back to delight. Drive through the magic in the comfort and safety of your own car, surrounded by lights dancing in perfect rhythm to Christmas music played over your radio. Shadrack’s new custom built, giant, all-LED displays are guaranteed to be a highlight of your Winterfest vacation.

WHERE TO STAY

Planning to visit for Winterfest? Choose your place to stay. Settle in to a cozy cabin all decked out for the holidays or choose a fun indoor water park resort indoor water park resort so the kids can splash and play on vacation. Great hotels, campgrounds, and RV resorts also welcome visitors during Smoky Mountain Winterfest.

SHOPPING

After-Thanksgiving shopping is nothing short of an event in Sevierville. Popular retail centers like Tanger Outlets Sevierville begin their major sales just after Thanksgiving night and run them throughout the weekend. Check out huge sales at other popular stores including Bass Pro Sevierville, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, and many more for amazing Black Friday and after Thanksgiving weekend sales.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Make plans to attend the 60th Annual Sevierville Christmas Parade on December 3 beginning at 11am. This hometown Christmas Parade is a holiday delight and winds its way through historic downtown Sevierville.

That evening, enjoy Christmas at the Courthouse, a downtown Christmas tree lighting event, beginning at 6pm on Saturday, December 3. Enjoy Christmas music, kids’ activities, photos with Santa, and more.

Beginning in early November, great shows like Pirate’s Voyage, Dolly Parton's Stampede, and Country Tonite begin their nightly spectacular Christmas shows. You can also catch special holiday shows at Niswonger Performing Arts Center.

HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

Visiting Smoky Mountain Winterfest each year is a wonderful tradition for family and friends. From snow skiing and ice skating to shopping, shows, and enjoying all the lights – Smoky Mountain Winterfest is a holiday tradition worth making your own. Discover more things to see and do , places to shop, and memories to make together. Request your free Sevierville Vacation Guide or download a digital copy now.