As the festive holiday season begins, tourists will make their way to The Great Smoky Mountains for many reasons. Visitors love the fall colors, shopping, and fun events that take place. No matter what’s on your bucket list, you can guarantee Pigeon Forge can help you check it off! We’ve compiled a list of events and things to do all November long for you and your family!
29th Annual Winterfest
With more than 5 million holiday lights, Pigeon Forge transforms into a winter wonderland for all tourists and locals to admire! The season long event will begin on November 6th and continue to the end of February. From winter light displays to captivating holiday shows and so much more, here are just a few of the fun ways you can experience the delightful Smoky Mountain Winterfest Celebration.
Be sure to check out the Driving Tour of Lights!
Christmas Dinner Shows
It’s finally time to start celebrating the holidays here in the Smoky Mountains! One attraction we always look forward to is the start of Christmas themed dinner shows. Christmas Celebration Dinner Show! Diner Show officially begins on October 19th through December 31st.
Dolly Parton’s Stampede will begins their Christmas season on October 31st. Snow falls softly as the breathtaking scenes fill you with tidings of good cheer. The Stampede arena is magically transformed into a true fantasyland complete with twinkling lights, evergreens, poinsettias, old-fashioned holiday costumes and familiar holiday music.
Titanic Thanksgiving Fireworks Celebration
Get ready for blast off at The Titanic Museum Attraction this Thanksgiving! Come out for this year’s Superhero packed parade and fireworks spectacular outside the Titanic ship. The festivities begin November 22nd at 7:00 PM. Not only can you experience all the excitement outside, but there will be a festive tour inside the ship until 10:00 PM. See the magnificent ship decorated for Christmas and ready to spread the holiday spirit.
Old Mill Square Holiday Open House
Head to The Old Mill on November 10th for tips and tricks on mastering your holiday crafts and decorations! The Open House offers seasonal flavors, classes, and will even design a custom gift basket for you!
Additionally, on November 22nd you and the family can spend Thanksgiving at The Old Mill. Both of the restaurants will be open from 10:30am – 8:30pm, serving a Traditional Thanksgiving Feast. All shops will also be open for you to get a head start on Black Friday shopping!
Black Friday Shopping at Tanger Outlets
Speaking of Black Friday…where else would be the perfect place to shop rather than Tanger Outlets?! Moonlight Madness & After Thanksgiving Sales begin November 22nd and go through November 25th. Tanger Outlets in Sevierville will begin the sweetest deals Thanksgiving evening starting at 6:00 PM. Even better, you can shop ALL NIGHT LONG through Friday! All deals will continue into the weekend to kick off the Christmas Season.
Thanksgiving Dinner
When you come on vacation, leave the cooking to us. A few of your favorite Pigeon forge Restaurants will be open on thanksgiving day! Enjoy a thanksgiving feast at Bennett’s Pit Bar- B- Que and Mama’s Farmhouse. You’ll be stuffed full of turkey, stuffing, and all the fixin’s you can think of! Reservations for parties of 6 or more are available and you can even place to- go orders to bring back to your cabin.
Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park
When the leaves change colors, there’s one perfect way to see the magnificent mountains. Whether your on a family hike, ziplining or rock climbing, Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park has you covered! Experience America’s Longest Swinging Bridge and all the hiking trails offered in the park. When it comes to ziplining, be sure to try The Goliath and zip over the Waterfall. Talk about stunning views!
Foxfire is also offering a fall special on ziplines and the Bear Crawler tour for $15!
Crave Golf Club 
The weather in November is always changing! No matter if it’s arm one day and chilly the next, Crave Golf Club has you covered. They offer indoor and outdoor mini golfing, mini- bowling, and the biggest candy shop you can think of! Don’t forget the milkshake bar too 🙂 If you’re looking for a family friendly activity, stop by Crave for a hole- in- one good time!
