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SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n        \n      \n      \n      \n       Subscribe \n    \n      \n\n\n						\n				\n									\n				\n				\n				\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					\n        	            Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade	            \n	                One of America's Best Christmas Parades\n	            	            \n	                The Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade is one of the top holiday parades in America\, named by USA Today and recognized as a Top 20 Southeast Event. Held annually on the first Friday in December\, the parade features over 1 million LED lights\, elaborate floats\, giant balloons\, marching bands from across the Southeast\, a celebrity Grand Marshal\, and a grand finale appearance from Santa Claus. Make the short drive from Smith Creek Resort to downtown Gatlinburg for a holiday tradition you’ll remember. Who It’s For: Families\, parade lovers\, photographers\, holiday enthusiasts\, and any Smokies winter visitor. What to Expect: Over 1 million LED lights\, elaborate floats\, giant balloons\, marching bands\, dance troupes\, the Gatlinburg Christmas Tree lighting at 7:25 PM\, and a Santa Claus finale. Do’s: Arrive by 5:30 PM to secure a spot\, bring chairs and blankets\, dress warmly\, and consider reserved seating tickets for a guaranteed view. Don’ts: Don’t bring strollers along the parade route (not permitted). Don’t try to park near the Parkway — use satellite lots and trolleys. 	                    				\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					\n        	            \n	                Information	                    				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n                                                    \n                                                                        Location: Downtown Gatlinburg Parkway (Baskins Creek Bypass to Traffic Light #10)                                                        \n                                                                        Phone: 865-436-0505                                                                                \n                                                                        Website: gatlinburg.com/events/holiday-events/christmas-parade                                                                                \n                                                                        Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~13 miles / ~30 min                            				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n        	            \n	                Date and Timings	                    				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n                                                    \n                                                                        Start Date: December 4\, 2026\nEnd Date: December 4\, 2026\nHours: Tree lighting 7:25 PM; parade steps off at 7:30 PM (seating begins 5:30 PM)                            				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n        	            \n	                What to Know	                    				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n                                                    \n                                                                        Type of Experience: Outdoor holiday parade\, community celebration.                                                        \n                                                                        Fun Fact: The Fantasy of Lights Parade is broadcast on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day across 38 markets\, reaching more than 100 million viewers and bringing Gatlinburg's holiday magic to homes nationwide.                            				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					\n            \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \n            				\n				\n				\n							\n  Upcoming Events\n  \n     \n            \n        \n		\n			          \n             Kick off the holiday season with a charming small-town celebration featuring live music\, family activities\, hot cocoa\, and the ceremonial…  \n             Learn More ->  \n        \n        \n           Christmas at the Courthouse — Sevierville Tree Lighting \n           December 3\, 2026 \n						\n        \n         \n            \n        \n		\n			          \n             Enjoy a classic hometown Christmas parade filled with festive floats\, community groups\, marching bands\, and holiday cheer. This long-standing tradition…  \n             Learn More ->  \n        \n        \n           Sevierville’s Annual Christmas Parade \n           December 5\, 2026 \n						\n        \n         \n            \n        \n		\n			          \n             Celebrate the season on the Peaceful Side of the Smokies with a charming community parade featuring local groups\, festive floats\,…  \n             Learn More ->  \n        \n        \n           Townsend Christmas Parade \n           December 5\, 2026 \n						\n        \n         \n            \n        \n		\n			          \n             Ring in the New Year with live music\, family-friendly entertainment\, festive dining\, and a midnight countdown beneath the Great Smoky…  \n             Learn More ->  \n        \n        \n           New Year’s Eve at The Island in Pigeon Forge \n           December 31\, 2026 \n						\n        \n         \n          \n  \n\n\n						\n					\n		\n					\n		\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					\n	\n		\n\n	\n	Add to calendar	\n		\n	\n\n		\n			\n									\n	Google Calendar\n\n									\n	iCalendar\n\n									\n	Outlook 365\n\n									\n	Outlook Live\n\n							\n		\n\n		\n	\n\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n	« All Events
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