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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.

Life-sized animatronic dinosaurs including a T-Rex and Brachiosaurus are positioned throughout The Island entertainment complex in Pigeon Forge, with families exploring the free Jurassic Adventure experience and a large Ferris wheel visible in the backgro
Local Attractions June 10, 2026

Jurassic Adventure 2026: 22 Life-Sized Dinosaurs at The Island in Pigeon Forge

Jurassic Adventure at The Island in Pigeon Forge is a larger-than-life free experience running now through September 13, 2026, featuring 22 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs positioned throughout the 23-acre property — each one moving, roaring, and equipped with a QR code scavenger hunt that ends in a free gift. No tickets, no wristbands, just show up. Here's everything you need to know before your visit.

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