Smoky Mountain Attractions: See the Smoky Mountain Christmas Lights Tour with Trolley Tours

It’s officially the season of hot apple cider, warm blankets, and pumpkin patches. It’s also the season for fall festivals, and the Smoky Mountain area is full of them!

Here are three festivals you can enjoy while on your Smoky Mountain vacation.

1. Dollywood Harvest Festival

If you love Dollywood and the fall season then you won’t want to miss this event! From early September to late October this annual celebration marks the best weather and some beautiful fall foliage in the Smokies. Stay late into the evening to see beautifully carved pumpkins, lit up and on display. During the day you’ll enjoy fall themed food, and colorful leaves all throughout the park.

2. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair

In early to mid October the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair heads into full swing. Artisans from across the country gather to peddle their wares while musicians serenade the crowds. You’ll see everything from woodworking and pottery to handcrafted jewelry and leatherworkings. If you have an appreciation for handmade goods then this event is for you.

3. Wears Valley Fall Festival

The Wears Valley Fall Festival takes place in mid October and is a favorite event for locals. Come experience the hundreds of vendors, melodic live music, and incredible Southern cuisine. If you’re interested in a true rustic, Appalachian festival with plenty to do and see for the whole family, then this one is for you.

No matter the festival you choose you’ll need a place to stay. Choose from one of our many options at Bear Camp Cabin Rentals today!

Nothing puts everyone in the holiday spirit like beautiful Smoky Mountain Christmas lights. The cities of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg sure know how to decorate for the holidays, and you are invited to the show! These dazzling bursts of color fill the trees, wind around street lamps, and set the mood for the Christmas season.

What is the best way to take in the magnificent sights? Taking a trolley ride of course! Each city has trolley tours that take visitors all around the decorated streets in heated comfort for an affordable price. Read on for all the information you need to make your trip to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg extra special.
(See Also: Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort Opens for the Season)

Pigeon Forge Winterfest Trolley Tours
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Winterfest is a very special time of the year in the Smoky Mountains. Trolley Tours for Christmas lights sightseeing begin at Patriot Park on Old Mill Road in Pigeon Forge. Tour times are 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The cost of the trolley ride is $5 per person.
As passengers see the sights from the comfort of the trolley car, well informed tour guides point out special landmarks and also tell stories and folktales about the Smoky Mountain area for a truly enjoyable experience.
Passengers return to Patriot Park at the end of the tour. Reservations should be made for parties of 10 or more. To reserve your spot or for any additional information, call the Fun Time Trolley at (865) 453-6444.

Gatlinburg’s Trolley Ride of Lights

The city of Gatlinburg also celebrates Winterfest with trolley rides through the glowing streets of the city. Riders of all ages will be in awe of Gatlinburg’s brilliant light displays.

The rides leave from the Welcome Center at 88 River Road, next to Ripley’s Aquarium, or as locals refer to it, the #5 stoplight on the Parkway. Tour times are 6:30 p.m., 7:30p.m., and 8:30 p.m. and cost $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at the official Gatlinburg Winter Magic Trolley Ride website.

Large groups of 10 or more should call the Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau for reservations and information. Their phone number is (865) 436-0535.
Dazzling displays of Smoky Mountain Christmas lights await your arrival. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg plan all year for Winterfest and take pride in making all of their visitors’ holidays extra special. Visit our Cabins in Gatlinburg page to start planning your winter vacation in the Smokies!