Gatlinburg Winter Magic

For more than 30 years, Gatlinburg has celebrated Winter Magic with millions of twinkling lights on festive holiday displays throughout the city. Soak up the spirit of the season from the comfort of your own vehicle or taking a stroll along the parkway and take a memorable journey on the exciting Gatlinburg Winter Magic Lights.

Gatlinburg Winter Magic Lights Self-Guided Tour
You can take a self-guided tour by downloading the Visit Gatlinburg app to locate all of the light displays and plan out each stop or by using this printable map: https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/gatlinburg-winter-magic/26/

Snowpeople Scavenger Hunt
Gatlinburg is rolling out all the stops with seasonal decorations. Gatlinburg Winter Magic also features over-the-top winter displays including life-size, 3-dimensional snowpeople. Participate in a Snowpeople Scavenger Hunt by downloading the Visit Gatlinburg app to locate each of the 43 unique snowpeople throughout downtown Gatlinburg and then share your snowpeople selfies on social using #GatlinburgWinter.

Vote For Your Favorite Decorations
Every year the community competes for Best Winter Decorations. This year, we are inviting visitors to weigh in on your favorite displays in the Gatlinburg Winter Magic “People’s Choice Award.” As you visit town, take note of the gorgeous decorations. Find participating businesses below and vote for your favorite.

You may also like the following events from Visit Gatlinburg:

• This month, 31st December, 10:30 pm, Gatlinburg New Year's Eve Celebration in Gatlinburg
• Happening on, 8th January, 12:00 am, Gatlinburg Winter Magic in Gatlinburg