Free, open-air holiday lights you can wander through without buying a ticket. From November 21, 2026 through January 31, 2027 The Island dresses its 23 acres in millions of lights, 40-foot LED Christmas trees, a walk-through Christmas tree and more than a mile of garland. The Island Show Fountain runs its light-and-music show nightly at 6, 7, 8 and 9 PM in the Show Fountain Courtyard. 131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Admission is free and so is parking, which makes this one of the cheapest family nights out in the Smokies. Santa appears on select days near the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel on his own schedule. Wheel rides, shops and restaurants are extra. It is flat, paved and open-air, so strollers are easy - just dress for the cold. Call (865) 286-0119. More info: https://islandinpigeonforge.com/events/winterfest/
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