Nov. 7, 2009 – Jan. 2, 2010

Dollywoods’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival is the Smokies most elaborate light display and live Christmas shows. Dollywood celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. Every night guests will be in awe over the 4 million lights that drape the park in holiday grandeur. The magnificient light display sets the stage for a winter wonderland. The family will love coming back year after year to witness the sensational shows, “Babes in Toyland” and “Christmas in the Smokies” are two of the favorites. Over 20 rides and attractions are open including the “Polar Express 4D Experience”.

Santa’s workshop is home to a 18 foot tall Christmas tree and larger than life toys. Santa is the hit of the parade at the “Parade of Lights”.

Christmas in the Smokies

Dollywood’s musical Christmas tradition features a 12-member cast and seven-piece band performing hometown holiday favorites that celebrate the joy of the season.

Dollywood’s Babe in Toyland

It’s Dollywood’s most elaborate stage show ever—Dollywood’s Babes in Toyland! Featuring a cast of 20 performers and a fully-orchestrated musical score, this family classic follows “Alan” and “Jane” on their incredible adventure through Toyland. Along the way, the pair encounters a variety of characters who come to life through imaginative puppetry, amazing acrobatics, and spectacular scenery—all highlighted by the magnificent, show-stopping march of the giant toy soldiers! Celebrate an old-fashioned family Christmas sure to mesmerize audiences of all ages at Dollywood’s Babes in Toyland.

Appalachain Christmas

Celebrate an acoustic Christmas at the Back Porch Theatre with Appalachian Christmas. Let the beautiful sound of the music take you back to a simpler time.

Brunch with Santa

Make a holiday memory for your little ones as they enjoy Brunch with Santa. See the sparkle in their eyes as boys and girls share their Christmas wishes while the family dines on a delicious holiday brunch at Aunt Granny’s.

Carol of the Trees

Each night thousands of lights synchronize with holiday music to transform our Rivertown Lake into a “seasonal symphony for the senses.”

Christmas with the Kingdom Heirs

Celebrate a Southern Gospel Christmas as the Kingdom Heirs keep your spirits high with your favorite Christmas hymns and songs.

Dolly’s Christmas Chapel

The Robert F. Thomas Chapel hosts worship services at 5:30 p.m. each Sunday throughout Smoky Mountain Christmas festival.

O’ Holy Night

A little girl looks for an angel; three shepherds follow a star. They all find their way to the heart of “The Christmas Story.”

Parade of Lights

Everyone loves a parade, especially Dollywood’s daily Parade of Lights featuring Christmas floats adorned with brightly colored lights. Holiday characters add to the excitement as the parade makes its way, bringing holiday fun to everyone.

“The Polar Express 4-D Experience”

Dollywood guests are invited on an extraordinary adventure this holiday season on THE POLAR EXPRESS 4-D EXPERIENCE! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

Santa’s Workshop

Something’s new amid the hustle and bustle of Santa’s Workshop! Step inside the giant toy store, where larger-than-life-sized toys greet you this holiday season. Explore the fun, interactive activities—such as gazing through the oversized ViewMaster™. And of course, visit with Santa!

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas