Gatlinburg in the winter

Though the post-Christmas season is generally considered the off-season or the slow time, there are still plenty of things to do in Gatlinburg if you're looking for generic winter activities. Here are our favorite things to do in Gatlinburg in the winter.

If you're looking for some of the best things to do for Christmas in Gatlinburg this year, here are some of my favorite things to do in city – and the surrounding areas – for the holidays.

Anakeesta theme park is a higher end destination, in more ways than one, on the Gatlinburg strip.

December is an incredible time to visit East Tennessee and the surrounding areas of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg. Below, we've put together a list of local events and attractions happening throughout the Smoky Mountains in December.

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Check out all the fun things to do in Pigeon Forge during the winter months, including water parks, snow tubing, and more!

Check out our list of the best attractions in Gatlinburg Tennessee in December! We include snow activities, live entertainment, and more!

Ober Mountain was recently rebranded from Ober Gatlinburg. The park offers a lot of activities that can be accessed for a relatively affordable wristband. So overall, it is worth it. There are a lot of pros to visiting. The main downsides are that it is still a work in progress, and the dining and shopping options can be lacking a bit compared to a place like Anakeesta.

Best Things To Do On New Year’s Eve In Gatlinburg, TN • New Year's Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks Show • New Year's Eve Lights Of Wonder at the SkyLift Park • Book a cabin