Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
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Gatlinburg celebrates this holiday season with the 51st Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade, taking place Friday, December 4, 2026, at 7:30 PM EST in downtown Gatlinburg. This event is FREE and OPEN to the public. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to secure a spot along the parade route.
Tiffany and twin brothers Matthew & Gunnar Nelson will lead the
way as Grand Marshals. The annual parade transforms downtown Gatlinburg into a festive celebration featuring illuminated floats, marching bands, larger-than-life balloons and holiday entertainment.
Grandstand VIP Seating:
Grandstand VIP seating is available for $50 per person, offering bleacher seating, a commemorative Santa Hat and prime viewing of the parade at either traffic light #3 or at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Seating for the grandstand begins at 5:30 PM. The parade starts at 7:30 PM.
You may have one child on your lap without purchasing a ticket for that child, as long as the child is under the age of 5.
No strollers are allowed in grandstand seats, and parking for strollers will NOT be provided.
Tiffany and twin brothers Matthew & Gunnar Nelson will lead the
way as Grand Marshals. The annual parade transforms downtown Gatlinburg into a festive celebration featuring illuminated floats, marching bands, larger-than-life balloons and holiday entertainment.
Grandstand VIP Seating:
Grandstand VIP seating is available for $50 per person, offering bleacher seating, a commemorative Santa Hat and prime viewing of the parade at either traffic light #3 or at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Seating for the grandstand begins at 5:30 PM. The parade starts at 7:30 PM.
You may have one child on your lap without purchasing a ticket for that child, as long as the child is under the age of 5.
No strollers are allowed in grandstand seats, and parking for strollers will NOT be provided.
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States
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