Are you spending Thanksgiving in the Smokies? There are so many fun things to do and ways to celebrate gratitude with your family and friends! Keep reading to find out some of the best things to do on Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge TN.
1. Have Fun at Rowdy Bear’s Smoky Mountain Snowpark
Rowdy Bear’s Smoky Mountain Snowpark is open 365 days a year, including Thanksgiving Day! There are so many exciting things to do on Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge at our attraction, and there’s something for every member of your family to enjoy. Go snow tubing down the largest outdoor tubing hill in Tennessee, stretching over 500 feet with a thrilling 70-foot drop! You can enjoy incredible views of Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains from the hill. We also have North America’s first alpine flyer ride, the Ski Lift Shootout Coaster. Swing, dip, and soar through the air while armed with a laser gun, and try to hit as many targets as you can! Other fun activities to do this Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge include riding the Avalanche Snow Coaster, testing your skills with outdoor axe throwing, and exploring our Rowdy Bear Playground!
2. Enjoy a Thanksgiving Meal at SkyLand Ranch
If you’re spending Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge and looking for a unique place to eat, head to our sister attraction SkyLand Ranch! The annual Thanksgiving at The Ranch provides a fun way to share a holiday meal with loved ones. Your pre-purchased Thanksgiving Day Plate features all your traditional favorites like turkey, ham, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, and more. After you eat, explore all there is to see and do at this mountaintop attraction! Meet miniature animal friends, go for a scenic walk along Legacy Lookout, ride the Wagonwheeler Swing Tower, and enjoy live entertainment. Come back after dark to experience SkyLand’s Festival of Lights at The Ranch, which features more than a million twinkling lights, a chairlift light show, holiday photo ops, festive entertainment, and themed food!
3. See the Pigeon Forge Winterfest Lights
Another one of the great things to do on Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge TN is experience Pigeon Forge Winterfest. After dark, millions of twinkling lights transform the town into a magical winter wonderland! You can take a driving tour to marvel at breathtaking light-covered bridges and dazzling displays. In the heart of town, the Parkway comes alive with the Fairytale Fantasy display, and you can watch classic characters in scenes from beloved stories like Humpty Dumpty, Hickory Dickory Dock, and others. Another favorite is the enchanting 12 Days of Christmas display, showcasing verses from the timeless Christmas carol. Seeing these lights is sure to get you and your family in the holiday spirit for the upcoming Christmas season!
Start Planning Your Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge TN
You won’t want to miss these fun things to do on Thanksgiving in Pigeon Forge! Are you ready to start planning your trip? Purchase Rowdy Bear Smoky Mountain Snowpark tickets online today to secure your visit, and make sure you add on tickets to SkyLand Ranch, too!
