The Christmas season is truly magical in Tennessee. You’ll find gorgeous light displays and smiling, happy folks throughout the state, from cities to tiny towns. If you find yourself in east Tennessee this holiday season, you may want to experience true Volunteer State beauty with a visit to the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. The views are unreal, the holiday fun is unprecedented, and everyone is kind and ready to welcome you to the season’s event. Feel like a local or hone a greater thankfulness for your home state with a visit to one of the most spectacular light displays in the state. This year walk the Gatlinburg SkyBridge at Christmas time. Are you ready to see some stunning Gatlinburg Christmas lights?

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The Gatlinburg SkyBridge is North America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge and has been honored as the "Attraction of the Year" in Tennessee. Located in the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park, vacation memories have been here since 1954.
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If you're looking to experience the radical views and expansive beauty for yourself, you'll take a scenic chairlift from downtown Gatlinburg, up Crockett Mountain, to the stunning mountaintop deck. Beautiful views await in the daytime, and the twinkling lights of the city below make a nighttime view just as stunning.
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During the holiday season, Gatlinburg SkyBridge hosts the "Lights Over Gatlinburg" event. Open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. from November 5th to January 31st, this ticketed event is back and bigger than ever. In 2022 they have been hard at work adding 20,000 new light bulbs and 10 new dancing Christmas trees. This year they will also have the new SkyTrail, which will include tons of new vantage points for great pictures and to witness the beauty of the SkyBridge.

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Come ready to experience Skylift Park all lit up with over 40,000 lights on display. The SkyBridge transforms into a 300-foot holiday tunnel, and the 30-foot Christmas tree atop the mountain is animated to the sound of seasonal tunes.
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It's a magical experience that takes you high above the valley below and into a haven of holiday cheer. Make sure you bring a jacket and a heart honed for the season. Gatlinburg SkyBridge is an underrated Christmas gem that can't be missed!
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Tickets to the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park can be bought ahead of time.
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A fantastic view of Tennessee is always magical, but come the holiday season it's downright indulgent. Is there anywhere more beautiful than the Volunteer State? It's doubtful. Don't miss out on this magical experience!

Learn more about the Gatlinburg Sky Bridge and why you’ll want to visit. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to check out these unique vacation rentals in Gatlinburg, TN!

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Christmas In Tennessee

Chris Dodge | October 13, 2022

What are some beautiful Christmas towns?

Some of the best Christmas towns in TN include:

  • Jonesborough
  • Leiper's Fork
  • Discover Park of America
  • Pickwick Landing State Park
  • Bristol

 

What other Christmas activities are there in Gatlinburg and the surrounding area?

Gatlinburg is one of the best places to experience Christmas cheer. If you are looking for some amazing Christmas light displays then take a walk in downtown Gatlinburg for some great lights to put you in the Christmas spirit. One of Gatlinburg's most enchanted Christmas spots can be found in Anakeesta. They put on one of the coolest events throughout the year and you will not want to miss it. If you go into Pigeon Forge, you will also find a plethora of Christmas joy. Walk around The Island to be amazed by all of the lights, or visit the many places that are filled with holiday cheer. Year-round there is a Christmas-themed hotel that is sure to fill you with the magic of the season. They also have a Christmas store that is a must for anyone who is in love with the holiday. 

What are some other things I can do around Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge?

While visiting Gatlinburg, make sure to visit this totally rad retro fun zone that is filled with 80s nostalgia. You can also enter this amazing mirror maze, and play a little blacklight mini golf. You could head on over to Pigeon Forge, and hop on for a ride on this massive Ferris Wheel. Or take to the skies in this one-of-a-kind indoor simulation ride. 

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