Asheville Christmas Lights 2026

Fragrant wreaths, glittering garland, and thousands of sparkling ornaments transform the property from Biltmore House to Antler Hill Village. Visitors can tour the decorated rooms of the Vanderbilt home adorned with festive trees and ribbons. Guests can also spend time...

Visitors are welcomed by pathway luminaries and a majestic Norway spruce before stepping inside Biltmore House to see thousands of ornaments glowing by candlelight and crackling fireplaces. In the bedecked Winter Garden, live musicians fill the halls with Christmas songs,...

Winter Lights transforms the gardens with an illuminated walk-through experience featuring more than one million lights along a one-mile trail. Guests can explore immersive displays such as glowing mushrooms on the Forest Floor, illuminated lily pads in Beneath the Riverbed,...

Visitors embark on an outdoor immersive story-walk through the kingdom of Winterland to find Jack Frost and the Sugar Plum Fairy, encountering live actors, twinkling lights, and a snowball fight along the trail. Before or after exploring the woods, families...

Visitors can experience millions of twinkling lights across the area, including the 12 Days of Christmas along the median and animated nursery rhyme scenes along Teaster Lane. Displays also feature lighted bridges spanning the Little Pigeon River, patriotic scenes at...

Visitors can experience millions of twinkling holiday lights across festive displays either by car or on foot along the parkway. The celebration features life-size, three-dimensional snowpeople positioned throughout downtown Gatlinburg as part of a scavenger hunt. Guests can also view...

Visitors can wander through park lands decorated in millions of vibrant holiday lights, from the crisp blues of Glacier Ridge to the classic red and green of Santa's Village. Wildwood Grove features the Snow In The Grove experience with glowing...

Downtown Gatlinburg transforms into a glowing wonderland with over one million LED lights for an open-air street festival along the Parkway. Visitors can sample chili and dessert recipes from local chefs and vote for their favorites in the People's Choice...

Visitors can stroll through downtown hotel lobbies to enjoy a festive display of nearly 100 uniquely decorated Christmas trees. Each tree is creatively designed around its own theme by local businesses, schools, churches, civic organizations, and volunteers. The community showcase...

Guests can enjoy live musical performances, visit with Santa for photos, and witness the annual tree lighting ceremony. The festivities feature a holiday market showcasing local artisans and bakers, rides on the Polar Express train, and photo opportunities along the...

Passengers board a climate-controlled bus for a humorous sightseeing ride through Pigeon Forge's holiday light displays. Resident comedians provide jokes, hillbilly charm, and festive caroling along the route. The experience also includes views of local landmarks, a moonshine tasting, and...

Discover a magical holiday celebration at Winterfest, presented by Coca-Cola. This event features a brand new walk-thru light spectacular, an expanded holiday village with Santa and Mrs. Claus, an ice skating rink, and the popular Shadrack's drive-through light show. Enjoy...

Experience the magic of the 20th anniversary of Roper Mountain Holiday Lights, a cherished Upstate tradition. Drive through a dazzling display of over 80,000 twinkling lights, then step into the enchanting Winter Wonderland. Meet Santa Claus, enjoy complimentary balloon art,...

Forest City transforms into a winter wonderland with over one million Christmas lights adorning historic Main Street. This award-winning holiday destination offers enchanting carriage rides, festive hayrides, and opportunities to meet Santa. Explore the largest lighted ornament in the region...

Downtown Greenville transforms into a winter wonderland from November to January with Holiday Happenings. Visitors can enjoy outdoor ice skating, browse unique gifts at the Holiday Market, and marvel at dazzling light displays. The Poinsettia Christmas Parade kicks off the...

Discover the enchanting Magic of Lights at Hollywild Animal Preserve, a dazzling holiday spectacle. This event features a nearly two-mile drive-through light display, an immersive Deer Forest where animals surround your vehicle, and Santa's Village for festive strolls and animal...

Embark on a magical journey through Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland, a beloved drive-through light show. This year's event features a brand new theme for 2025, bringing the enchanting North Pole to life with acres of synchronized lights and festive music. Witness...

The Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular in Bryson City, NC, is a drive-through event at the Great Smoky Mountains Event Park with millions of lights and LED displays, benefiting local non-profits.

Embark on a magical journey with Darnell Farms' Winter Wonderland Hayride, a beloved family tradition. Glide through dazzling light displays on a picturesque hayride, serenaded by holiday music. Warm up with hot cocoa and enjoy the cozy, festive atmosphere. Capture...