Smoky Mountain Twinkle 2026

Tues, Dec 1, 2026

Begin your travel from Douglassville with comfort stops and a meal stop (on own) enroute to Bristol VA for one-night First-class lodging at Delta Hotel By Marriott Bristol.
An included Dinner tonight will be at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the award-winning Birthplace of Country Music Museum in historic downtown Bristol, TN-Virginia tells the story of the legendary 1927 Bristol Sessions-the event in history scholars refer to as the "big bang" of country music-and their lasting impact on the music of today.

Wed, Dec 2, 2026

Start your morning off right with a delicious included breakfast at the hotel. After check out, it is off to Pigeon Forge, TN and the Great Smoky Mountains. Enjoy free time, shopping and lunch on your own this afternoon at The Island in Pigeon Forge. With over 80 shops, restaurants and attractions, it combines all things fun, in a safe environment where you can eat, shop and play. The Island's diverse selection of activities makes it a one-stop-shop of fun for all ages. The Island Show Fountains are programmed to music and lights year round and you can purchase a ticket to ride "The Wheel" which is 200 feet tall. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy. Next, it's time to travel to check into Country Cascades Resort, located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, At the resort, the annual "Jingle Jangle Christmas: A Sweet-tacular Celebration" is a festive holiday event packed with family-friendly fun. The resort is beautifully decked out for Christmas, transforming the lobby, waterpark, and common areas into a merry wonderland. Your included dinner this evening is a four course feast at Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Show at 6:00 PM. The holiday festivities get playful as Elves from the North & South Poles compete in a friendly rivalry while your festive dinner is served. Snow falls softly as the breathtaking scenes fill you with tidings of good cheer. The Stampede arena is magically transformed into a true fantasy land complete with twinkling lights, evergreens, poinsettias, old-fashioned holiday costumes and familiar holiday music. You'll also love the live nativity; it is both dramatic and spectacular. The true meaning of Christmas comes alive right before your very eyes as three kings ride atop camels on their way to Bethlehem. The stunning beauty of angels ascending from above will amaze you as the songs inspire audience members of all ages. Your next stop will light up your Christmas with over half a million twinkling lights that will be on display for SkyLand's Festival of Lights at The Ranch. This light festival offers many extravagant light displays as you embark on a scenic chairlift ride to The Ranch. Enjoy spectacular Western and traditional light structures, such as our 75' Santa's "Moo"ving Sleigh Ride, Rodeo at The Ranch, The Barnyard Posse, The Nativity on the Mountain, Ruckus on The Ranch, and much, much more!

Thurs, Dec 3, 2026

After another delicious included breakfast at the hotel you are off to visit the Incredible Christmas Place, the South's largest Christmas shopping village. As the premier destination for Christmas gifts and collectibles, guests experience the spirit of Christmas with every visit to the store, delighting in displays of over 60 designer-themed Christmas Trees, a wide selection of novelty and traditional Christmas Lights, hundreds of Personalized Ornaments, and a good place to get that special ornament for a friend or grandchild! Time to venture to Antler Hill Village located on the grounds of the iconic Biltmore Estate, offering a blend of history, entertainment, and relaxation. The village features unique shopping boutiques, restaurants serving farm-to-table cuisine, and a winery where guests can enjoy complimentary tastings of award-winning Biltmore wines. Visitors can explore exhibits highlighting the Vanderbilt legacy, stroll through the farmyard to meet friendly animals, or simply unwind in the picturesque outdoor spaces. Antler Hill Village is a charming destination that complements the grandeur of the Biltmore Estate with its casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Dinner this evening will be at the Stable Cafe' Restaurant located on estate grounds. Savor mouth-watering southern cuisine served buffet-style in a peaceful, natural setting with plenty of rustic charm and sweeping views of estate pastures from its front door. A wall of windows overlooks an interior courtyard that's perfect for relaxing after the meal. A working farm has been part of Biltmore Estate since our beginning in 1895. That legacy continues today. Biltmore operates its farm and field-to-table program with estate- grown greens, berries, eggs, beef, and lamb, and partnerships with farmers in Western North Carolina for locally-sourced trout, cheese, beef, and pork for their restaurants. Your evening begins to wind down with the Biltmore Candlelight Evening Christmas Tour. Biltmore captures the magic of the holidays with grandeur, style and sheer wonder with more than 40 trees decorated by their talented staff, plus miles of ribbon and garland. Candlelight, firelight, dramatic outdoor illuminations, live music and entertainment accent the extravagant holiday decor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026

After another delicious included breakfast at the hotel you ore off to Gatlinburg. Spend your morning strolling the sidewalks and shops of Historic Downtown Gatlinburg. Explore & unwind with some free time while indulging your taste buds by enjoying lunch on your own this afternoon at any one of the many delightful local restaurants. Next stop is Dollywood Smoky Mountain Christmas. Celebrate the season with the return of America's Best Christmas Event for more than a decade! Explore a winter wonderland adorned with more than 6 million twinkling lights and dozens of towering Christmas trees that add a cheerful shimmer to their award-winning rides and attractions like Big Bear Mountain. Embrace this special time of year with all your senses as you discover festive flavors, heartwarming holiday shows, and seasonal shopping tucked into the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. When the sun goes down, watch the winter sky shimmer to life as hundreds of festive drones light up the night during a Christmas drone show! Come experience why there's no place like Dollywood at Christmas time.
While at the park enjoy a $20 meal voucher to use for dinner. This evening enjoy a guided Winterfest light tour as all of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville puts on their biggest and brightest holiday displays. The city of Pigeon Forge celebrates Winterfest with 5 million twinkling lights! Snowflakes and pine boughs deck every street light in Pigeon Forge, and in historic Patriot Park, you will see majestic light displays. Downtown you will find everything from the 12 days of Christmas to your favorite nursery rhyme. The City of Gatlinburg magically lights up the winter nights with millions of spectacular lights and lighted displays. Displays featuring animals indigenous to Great Smoky Mountains National Park are part of the program, with the length of the Parkway accentuated by branches and scrolls. Most recently, fanciful snowmen, dancing fountains, a group of international children and a shiny rocking horse joined the lineup.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026

After breakfast and check-out it is time to begin your journey towards home which includes a visit to Buc-ee's. Experience the world's largest all new Bucee's at exit 407. Bucee's is famous for the fresh on-the-bar-brisket, beaver nuggets, shopping and more. The remainder of your journey home includes comfort stops and an extended meal stop (on own) as you take with you fond memories of your Smoky Mountain Twinkle Adventure!

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner