Christmas Shows
Smoky Mountains

By Darryl Payne © 2007, All Rights Reserved

As the holidays draw near, friends and family begin planning time to spend together. Most families have traditions they've held fast to for years. While those are part of what makes the holidays special, many people look to add a new spark to their Christmas or New Years celebrations. This year, make attending a Christmas show in the Smoky Mountains part of your holiday plan! With numerous shows to choose from, you’ll have no problem finding good, clean entertainment the whole family will love. Here’s a sample of what you can see.

Black Bear Jamboree Christmas Show

Located in Pigeon Forge, this show takes you on a search to find the true meaning of Christmas. You’ll start at Santa’s Workshop and make your way to the area’s largest living nativity. With detailed costumes, millions of lights and plenty of Christmas music and cheer, the Black Bear Jamboree Christmas Show is fun for any age.

In addition, guests are treated to a feast that includes southern-style chicken and hickory-pit barbeque ribs as well as all the fixins and desserts you could imagine. While there's only one show on Christmas Eve, from October to January you can choose from two to three shows daily.

The Miracle

The Miracle Theater in Pigeon Forge puts on a musical (also called The Miracle) described by their website as “The Ultimate Battle Between Good and Evil.” With the help of a huge cast of singers, dancers and live animals, you’ll take a journey through the Bible that begins with the dawn of creation and ends with Christ’s agonizing crucifixion and His glorious ascension to heaven. You’ll be amazed to see angels fly overhead, witness soldiers on horseback and kings on camels as they actually ride through the theater. Feel the wind and the rain on your face as you watch Jesus calm the sea. This unbelievable show will have you feeling as if you are truly walking with Jesus through His life. Beginning in March and running through December with one or two shows daily, this is definitely an event you won’t want to miss.

Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival

In the heart of Dollywood in Pigeon Forge you’ll find Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival. This festival, which begins in November and goes through the end of December, offers over a dozen different shows that will definitely put you in the holiday spirit.

One of these events is Breakfast with Santa. Imagine the look on your young one’s face as they enjoy breakfast while eagerly telling Santa what’s on their Christmas list. They can also visit Santa’s Workshop, where they’ll be greeted by larger-than-life-sized toys and have fun with interactive activities.

If you like holiday music, there are several shows to choose from. Christmas in the Smokies has a cast of 12 and a seven-piece band that performs most of the holiday favorites. At the Back Porch Theater you can listen to the acoustic sounds of the Appalachian Christmas Show. These songs let you experience early mountain holiday music. And if you’re a fan of southern gospel, you’ll want to catch Christmas with the Kingdom Heirs. With toe-tapping, hand-clapping renditions of some favorite holiday hymns and songs this is will certainly put a smile on your face.

It’s easy to see why so many people love spending time in the Smoky Mountains during the holidays. It doesn’t matter how many folks you have, how old they are, or what they like. With the tremendous number of Christmas shows available, you’ll have no trouble finding something to please everyone. It's time to make attending the Smoky Mountain Christmas shows your new family tradition.

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