Christmas & Holiday
Experience The Magic Of The Holidays In Bryson City
Prepare to be amazed in Bryson City during the Christmas holiday season. New in 2022 is the Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular - a drive-thru light show with streaming Christmas music from your mobile device. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure such as a ride on the Polar Express™ Train, a holiday hayride on an authentic farm, a bit of holiday shopping from local artisans, an outdoor ice skating rink, a spirited community event, or a cup of something warm from a nearby cafe, your time spent in our Great Smoky Mountains town will be infused with magic.
Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular!
Christmas Light Show
New for 2022, the Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular in Bryson City is lighting up the nights!
All Aboard For the Polar Express Train Ride!
Featured Holiday Events
Christmas at Darnell Farms
Christmas Wonderland Hayrides at Darnell Farms. Fresh Christmas trees, and more holiday happenings.
Ice Skating
During the holiday and winter season, The Yard is transformed into a synthetic ice rink with food truck, and a full-time bar with snacks.
Holiday Events
Classic Hikes of the Smokies - Deep Creek Waterfall Loop
Deep Creek Waterfall Loop 5.5 miles | Easy/Moderate Waterfalls, Holiday Celebration…
Visit the North Pole in the Heart of Smokies on the Polar Express
Nothing truly marks the start of the holiday season in Bryson City quite like that first night that the Polar Express pulls into the train station. A beloved Christmas tradition, this special Great Smoky Mountain Railroads ride is the only way to reach the one and only North Pole from our side of…