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When: December 19, 2009
Where: Stecoah Valley Center |
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Breakfast with Santa
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Stecoah Valley Center invites kids of all ages to have Breakfast With Santa. Santa will be making two stops at the Center, December 5 & 19, both at 9:30am. Please call Stecoah Valley Center at 828-479-3364 for reservations.
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When: December 31, 2009
Where: Fontana Village Resort |
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New Year's Eve Celebration
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Live music by the Caribbean Cowboys, dinner, fireworks and midnight champagne toast.
Contact: 800-849-2258
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When: Nov. 5 – Dec. 24, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad |
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GSMR Polar Express Train Ride
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The Polar Express comes to life when the train departs Bryson City for a journey to our North Pole. Read along with the magical story and meet Santa. Enjoy holiday caroling, hot cocoa, a special treat and a memento for the children. Daily departure times vary.
Contact: Great Smoky Mountains Railway- 1-800-872-4681.
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When: November 26, 2010 - January 5, 2011
Where: Downtown Cherokee |
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Festival of Lights
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Visit Cherokee, North Carolina to view the Holiday Lights and shop in our many specialty shops.
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When: December 4, 2010
Where: Downtown Bryson City |
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36th Annual Bryson City Christmas Parade
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Annual Bryson City Christmas Parade.
Contact: 800-867-9246
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When: December 11, 2010
Where: Everett Street - Bryson City |
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Spirit of Christmas
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Spirit of Christmas: A true Christmas experience!
Luminaries line historic Everett Street, the signature hemlock is lit with memorial lights, carolers and musical artists abound, and a living nativity proceeds up the avenue. Photos are available with Santa and Mrs. Claus, children can post letters to Santa, and many shops offer special "event" discounts. A wonderful addition to your holiday plans!
Contact: 828-488-3681, 800-867-9246
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When: December 11, 2010
Where: Downtown Cherokee/Riverbend |
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Cherokee Native Christmas
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The Cherokee Chamber of Commerce Annual Cherokee Native Christmas features Native Arts and Crafts, singing, clogging, storytelling and a visit from Santa with gifts for the kids.
Contact: Cherokee Chamber of Commerce
866-433-6700
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When: December 11, 2010
Where: Downtown Cherokee |
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Cherokee Christmas Parade
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Annual Cherokee Christmas Parade.
Contact: Josie Long 800-438-1601
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When: December 18, 2010
Where: Oconaluftee Visitors Center |
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A Holiday Homecoming
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A Mountain Homecoming: Demonstrations of crafts past, live music, refreshments, and walking tours of the Mountain Farm Museum are just a few of the reasons to attend this annual event! A real “old-time” Christmas celebration!
Contact: 828-497-1904
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When: December 24, 2010
Where: GSMR Bryson City Depot |
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GSMR Polar Express Christmas Eve Limited
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For the first time, this Christmas Eve, pajama-clad passengers will board the train bound for the North Pole at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. First class passengers, only on Christmas Eve Limited, will received a keepsake golden ticket lapel pin; all Standard passengers receive a souvenir Polar Express cocoa mug on this special Christmas Eve excursion.
For more information, please call 800-872-4681.
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When: December 31, 2010
Where: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad |
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GMSR Dinner Train - New Year's Eve Gala
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Journey through Western North Carolina and enjoy a unique dining experience on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Savor a delicious dinner while appreciating a variety of special events ranging from mystery theatre to gourmet wine tastings. First class seating in candlelit dining cars and delectable three-course dinners are a perfect match for the evening’s entertainment, scenic vistas and starlit skies.
Passengers may choose one of three entrée choices at the time of reservation. Cocktail, beer and wine service is available. Trips are three hours with a 7:00 pm departure from Bryson City (Freedom Train departs at 8:00 pm & New Year’s Eve Gala departs at 9:00 pm). $104 per person (plus tax and gratuity, New Year’s Eve Gala is $135); adults only, 21 and over. Advanced reservation and 72-hour cancellation notice required. Please call for dress code information.
Contact: 800.872.4681 www.gsmr.com
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When: December 31, 2010
Where: Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds |
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New Year's Eve Fireworks
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New Year's Eve Fireworks — Cherokee's traditional fireworks display to celebrate the start of the New Year.
Contact: Cherokee Welcome Center - (800) 438-1601
Start Time Approximately 8:00pm
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When: December 31, 2010
Where: Fontana Village Resort |
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New Year's Eve Celebration
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New Year's Eve celebration features live music, dinner, fireworks and a midnight toast.
Contact: 800-849-2258
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