Posted in Tennessee Small Towns, Winter October 18, 2022 by

Here Are The Top 11 Christmas Towns In Tennessee. They’re Magical.

Have you ever spent Christmas in Tennessee? Then you probably know just how stunningly magical the whole of it is during those lovely winter months. Christmas is already full of light and love and excitement, but you have to check out these festive towns. Pick your favorite Tennessee Christmas town and take a magical family vacation this year. Let us know YOUR favorite Christmas towns near you. But first, here are our picks for the best Christmas towns in Tennessee!

1) Gaylord Opryland, Nashville
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Opryland is definitely not a town. But it's big enough to be a town, and the lights are INSANE enough to be a city, so it wins. Hands down. Learn more about Christmas in Opryland by clicking here!
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, 2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA
2) Franklin
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Make sure to check out the holiday showings at the Franklin Theatre. They sell out quick, so buy early! You can check out the planned holiday showings for this year on the official Franklin Theatre website.
The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St, Franklin, TN 37064, USA
3) Leipers Fork
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You don't want to miss the holiday parade in Leipers Fork! Check out the official parade page for more details!
4151 Old Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064, USA
4) Lynchburg
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Lynchburg decorates their courthouse at Christmastime, and it's magical. Take a look at the official Christmas in Lynchburg Facebook page for more details.
Lynchburg, TN, USA
5) Brentwood
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Brentwood neighborhoods are seriously killer during the holidays. Click here for all the details for this years' festivities.
Brentwood, TN, USA
6) Memphis
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We see your little Christmas tree, Memphis. Well. Your not-so-little tree. Click here for Memphis's plans for this holiday season!
Memphis, TN, USA
7) Chattanooga
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Can you imagine a white Christmas in Chattanooga?! SO cool (literally). Check out all of Chattanooga's plans for an epic Christmas here!
Chattanooga, TN, USA
8) Knoxville
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Downtown Knoxville, lookin' snazzy! You may want to check out the "Christmas in the City" festivities for this year.
Knoxville, TN, USA
9) Nashville
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Here's Nashville, being all adorable with lights and tourists and all the good stuff throughout December. There's plenty more to do than JUST Opryland!
Nashville, TN, USA
10) Gatlinburg
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Have you been to Gatlinburg at Christmastime? You need to go to Gatlinburg at Christmastime. Find out what the town is up to this year here.
Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
11) Pigeon Forge
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This looks like something out of a winter wonderland! Pigeon Forge is certainly a magical Christmas town in Tennessee! Check out the details about this year's festivities in the 'Forge here.
Pigeon Forge, TN, USA

When you wake up to a light dusting of snow on the trees you can’t help but feel a little Christmas magic in the air. Are you in love yet? Tell us your favorite Tennessee Christmas town in the comments! For more wintery magic in Tennessee (in particular, in Pigeon Forge), check this article out!

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What are some fun things to do at Christmas in Tennessee?  

Tennessee is a state that takes its Christmas and holiday traditions very seriously! There’s so much to do around our lovely state during the winter season that it might seem a little intimidating to try and start but trust us when we say you can most certainly enjoy a holiday celebration no matter what part of Tennessee you’re located in! Some of our favorite things to do at Christmas in Tennessee include visiting the town of Gatlinburg, which prides itself in its numerous festivals, lights, and otherwise memorable holiday activities, or maybe Nashville, where the holiday fun abounds (especially at the Ole Opry). You can also take a nice, leisurely drive through the neighborhoods in Brentwood, home of the acclaimed Sunnyside Drive Christmas Lights Display. Then, there are the classics: ice skating, building snow forts, sipping hot cocoa – no matter what you enjoy doing, Tennessee is a lovely place to be during the holidays! For a list of some of our favorite Christmas lights displays in Tennessee, check this article out!  

What is Tennessee at Christmas like?  

The Volunteer State takes on a special glow during the holiday season. The weather might be cold, but hearts are warm, and you might notice that everyone seems just a little bit kinder this time of year. Depending on what part of the state you’re in, winters may be mild or chilly, and your odds of a white Christmas are a bit less than you might think – but don’t let that deter you! Our lovely little state has quite enough Christmas cheer anyway, no snow necessary. Small towns light up with thousands of Christmas lights and all the little shops and eateries are more than happy to accommodate holiday shoppers. Overall, Tennessee at Christmas is quite the cheery place to call home!