Drive-Thru Christmas Light Show Spectacular

Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular

The Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular in Bryson City! TThe Great Smoky Mountains Event Park will dazzle you with its all new giant LED displays, including drive-thru arches and holiday-themed exhibits. The all-LED custom-built displays will showcase Christmas and holiday scenes, and some of the exciting drive-through light show displays include the Snowflake Arch, RGB Christmas trees, the Snowflake Express Train, 200 Orb Field, Santa’s Home at the North Pole, Manger Scene, Outdoor Enthusiast Scene, Sweet Tooth Lane, and Tree of Lights Tunnel.

Bring your loved ones, your favorite snacks, and come enjoy an evening of Christmas magic in Bryson City, NC, all from the comfort of your car. The light show is a “rain or shine” event that promises to be a memorable experience.

November 8 – 30, 2025
Open WEdnesdays Through Sundays*
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
* Closed Thanksgiving Day

December 2, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Open daily**
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
** Closing Christmas Eve – December 24 at 8 pm
** Closed Christmas Day
** Closed New Years Day

All proceeds from the light show go directly to support local non-profit agencies. The Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular is brought to you by the Swain County Tourism Development Authority

Great Smoky Mountains Event Park (formerly Inspiration Park)
1130 Hyatt Creek Road
Bryson City, NC 28713

Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Cash or credit card accepted at the gate. General admission tickets are good for any operating date during the event regardless of the day it was purchased for.  Ticket prices are “per vehicle” and can be used one time only, on any date that the event is running. No refunds.

Pricing:
• $20 for cars and family vans
• $40 for activity vans
• $40 for limousines
• Tour buses and school buses are not allowed due to tight turns at the entrance.