Take your holiday celebration to new heights this year with Lights Over Gatlinburg, a festive seasonal event taking place at Gatlinburg SkyPark! You’ll find the popular mountaintop park completely covered in all things Christmas, including thousands of sparkling lights, a huge 30-foot Christmas tree, and all kinds of unique photo opportunities for the entire family! Here are the top 4 reasons why you’ll love the Lights Over Gatlinburg event at Gatlinburg SkyPark:
1. Included With SkyPark Admission
Lights over Gatlinburg is included with your admission to Gatlinburg SkyPark! When you purchase an online SkyPass, you can head up to the SkyPark during the daylight hours to soak in the gorgeous views of the Smoky Mountains and take a stroll along the elevated boardwalk trail. Take a break in the afternoon to relax at our hotel or to grab a bite to eat, then head back to the SkyPark at night to experience all of the breathtaking light displays!
2. Stunning Lights In Every Direction
One of the top reasons why you’ll love the Lights Over Gatlinburg event at Gatlinburg SkyPark is because it features stunning Christmas lights in every direction! This includes lights that span the entire length of the SkyBridge, the longest pedestrian cable bridge in North America! You’ll also be able to enjoy phenomenal bird’s eye views of the holiday lights in downtown Gatlinburg while relaxing on the outdoor SkyDeck!
3. Appearances From Santa Claus
If you have children in your family, they’ll have the chance to meet Santa Claus at Lights Over Gatlinburg! The famous North Pole resident visits Gatlinburg SkyPark on select dates in December, so have your Christmas wish list ready for Old Saint Nick! You’ll definitely want to get some pictures of the kids with Santa, and you’ll also discover lots of other cool holiday-themed photo ops throughout the park!
4. Holiday Shopping Opportunities
After checking out the Christmas lights, step into the SkyPark Shop to purchase some unique holiday gifts for your family and friends back home - or treat yourself to a souvenir to remember your evening at Lights Over Gatlinburg! The SkyPark Shop features premium clothing, travel cups, mugs, and all kinds of other amazing items that make great gifts!
Where to Stay
Stay just minutes away from the Lights Over Gatlinburg event with a vacation at our hotel in downtown Gatlinburg! Our hotel is situated in a peaceful location just off the Parkway, but within easy walking distance of the Gatlinburg SkyLift for your chairlift ride up the mountain! We offer a variety of beautiful guest rooms, all of which feature hardwood floors, private balconies overlooking the river, gas fireplaces, walk-in showers, and more! Some of our accommodations also offer whirlpool tubs for the ultimate relaxation! While staying with us, enjoy a range of fantastic amenities such as a free continental breakfast, complimentary parking, and an on-site trolley stop!
Check out all of the rooms at our hotel in downtown Gatlinburg today to stay close to the Lights Over Gatlinburg event at Gatlinburg SkyPark! We look forward to seeing you this holiday season!
