Christmastime at
The Old Mill
Celebrate Christmas at The Old Mill with beautiful decorations, handcrafted gifts, seasonal favorites, and festive events for the whole family.
Thanksgiving at The Old Mill
Gather around our table this Thanksgiving! Join us for a traditional Southern feast at The Old Mill Restaurant or Pottery House Cafe, or bring the holiday home with our convenient Thanksgiving meals to go.
Christmas Magic at the Mill
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026 4:00–6:00 PM
Christmas Tree Lighting at 5:00 PM
The Old Mill | Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Celebrate Christmas at The Old Mill with beautiful decorations, handcrafted gifts, seasonal favorites, and festive events for the whole family.
Holiday Festivities
Christmas Tree Lighting: Gather around for the lighting of The Old Mill Christmas tree at 5:00 PM.
Christmas Carols: Enjoy holiday music performed by the Gatlinburg-Pittman High School Choir.
Pictures with Santa: Bring the kids for a special visit and photos with Santa.
Holiday Face Painting: Festive fun for the little ones.
Seasonal Flower Cart: Browse beautiful winter bouquets and holiday wreaths.
Hot Chocolate & Hot Spiced Cider Bar: Warm up with a favorite holiday drink.
Tie One On at Old Forge Distillery: Get creative with a festive bow-making class and enjoy cocktails at Old Forge Distillery.
Holiday Happenings
Visits from Santa
You never know when Santa might stop by The Old Mill! Keep your eyes open for a surprise visit from the jolly old fellow throughout the season
Find the Bear Over There
A Holiday Scavenger Hunt Our holiday bears are hiding throughout The Old Mill shops! See how many you can find while Christmas shopping. Nov. 12 - Jan. 4
Holiday Decorations
The Old Mill is dressed for Christmas with festive wreaths, twinkling lights, and holiday decorations. Take a stroll and enjoy the magic of the season!
Tie One On at Old Forge Distillery
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive bow-making experience and cocktails at Old Forge Distillery.
Standing in History
Follow markers throughout The Old Mill property and discover the people, places, and stories that shaped more than 200 years of history.
Vintage Taffy Machines
If you're lucky, you'll catch our 100-year-old taffy machines pulling and wrapping fresh taffy at The Old Mill Candy Kitchen. A favorite for all ages!
Tours
Step inside nearly 200 years of Smoky Mountain history with a guided tour of The Old Mill. Still operating much as it did in 1830, the mill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of the area’s most treasured landmarks.
Tour Times *
Wednesday–Friday: 2–5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
* Tour schedule is subject to change without notice.
Tour Price:
$8 per guest for adults
$4 for students ages 6 – 26 (student ID may be requested)
Free for kids 5 and under.
Buy 4 or more tickets and save $1 per ticket.
Additional Details:
Tours are limited to 10 guests at a time.
Tickets for the tour are purchased in the Old Mill General Store the day of the tour.