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Skiers carve down a groomed slope at Ober Gatlinburg — Tennessee's only ski resort — with the Smoky Mountain ridgeline visible in the background and the aerial tramway ascending to the summit.
Local Attractions July 27, 2026

Ober Gatlinburg Ski Season 2026–2027: What's New & What to Expect

Ober Gatlinburg — Tennessee's only ski resort — returns for the 2026–2027 winter season with a significant upgrade: a new trail that will be the longest in the resort's history, plus snowmaking improvements and new attractions. Snow tubing opens around Thanksgiving, skiing follows in early-to-mid December, and the season runs through mid-March. Here's everything you need to plan your winter mountain trip.

Millions of holiday lights illuminate the Riverwalk walking trail in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee during Winterfest, with a light-covered bridge crossing the river and families strolling the path at night.
Smoky Mountains July 3, 2026

Pigeon Forge Winterfest 2026-2027: A Complete Guide to the Lights

Pigeon Forge Winterfest has been running for more than 35 years, transforming the town into a free, three-month holiday lights celebration spanning November through February. More than six million lights line the Riverwalk Walking Trail alone, with The Island, Old Mill District, and the Driving Tour of Lights adding even more to see. Here's how to plan your visit to one of the longest-running free light festivals in the Smokies.

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