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Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede

Guests begin in the non-alcoholic saloon with holiday music and comedy from Mountain Ruckus before heading into the main arena. The Christmas production features 32 horses, a friendly North Pole and South Pole rivalry, ice skating, falling snow, and a dramatic live nativity with three kings riding camels. Throughout the performance, visitors enjoy a four-course feast including rotisserie chicken, soup, sides, and dessert.

What to Expect

Holiday dinner show featuring 32 horses, live nativity, and festive competition.

Event Details

Food & Drink

The four-course meal includes creamy vegetable soup, a homemade biscuit, rotisserie chicken, hickory smoked pork loin, corn, potato, apple pastry, and unlimited tea, coffee, or Coca-Cola products; special gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan meals can be requested.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-show fans

Vibe

Festive and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Dolly Parton’s Stampede
3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Knoxville, TN

Know Before You Go

  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance, restrooms, and seating are available.

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early enough to pick up your tickets and enjoy the preshow entertainment before the performance.
  • Select any gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan meal during checkout so the requested option is arranged.
  • Call to book the military rate, since it is not available through online booking.
  • If visiting with a group of 20 or more, ask about the group discount pricing.
  • Keep your bags easy to present at entry, as guests pass through a scanner and bags may be searched.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Groups of 20 or more can get special discount pricing.
  • Military guests can get a special rate by calling; it is not available online.
  • A separately ticketed VIP experience includes first-row seating, a cast meet-and-greet, and other benefits.
  • A separately ticketed Premium Experience offers upgraded seating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the experience?

The visit starts with holiday music and comedy from Mountain Ruckus in the non-alcoholic saloon, followed by a show with horses, ice skating, falling snow, a live nativity, and Santa.

What food is served, and are alternatives available?

The four-course meal includes soup, biscuits, chicken, pork loin, sides, pastry, and unlimited tea, coffee, or Coca-Cola products. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan meals can be selected during checkout; allergy alternatives are also available.

Is there a separate meal for children?

No. Children receive the same meal as other guests, except when a food allergy requires an alternative.

How early can I arrive, and what can I do before the show?

You can arrive up to an hour and 15 minutes before the show to pick up tickets and enjoy the preshow entertainment.

What should I know about bags and security?

Guests pass through a scanner at entry, and security may search bags if deemed necessary.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team