East Ridge Other Christmas Activities 2026

Families visit a festive holiday set to meet Santa Claus, share their holiday wish lists, and capture professional seasonal portraits. Staff and elves guide visitors through the experience, which includes authentic real-bearded Santas and custom photo sets.

Guests can welcome Santa, experience a festive tree lighting, and enjoy seasonal treats. Families can visit Santa to take home a complimentary photo and a shareable video. A mini reindeer plush giveaway is also offered to visitors while supplies last.

Visitors can see real live reindeer and meet Santa for photos while listening to holiday tunes. Shoreline activities include a hot cocoa bar, mini-train rides, face painting, and balloon animals. The celebration features extravagantly decorated boats cruising the Tennessee River...

Christmas on the Square kicks off the holiday season with an afternoon of nostalgia, charm, and holiday cheer. Visitors can browse art and handmade items, shop at local downtown retailers, and visit with Santa. The day wraps up with a...

Passengers board decorated, heated vintage railcars for a scenic journey toward the North Pole while enjoying hot chocolate, cookies, carols, and storytelling. Along the route, riders view holiday light displays concentrated near the depot and North Pole area. Upon arrival,...

Visitors enjoy open-air ice skating on a refrigerated rink sheltered beneath a covered pavilion open to the outdoors on all sides. Knowledgeable rink guides roam the ice to assist skaters, and plastic skate aids are available for beginners. Spectators can...

Guests ring in the new year with live musical entertainment by Gwen Hughes and the Retro Kats. The celebration features an open bar serving a signature cocktail, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and a celebratory champagne toast. Attendees can also enjoy a...

Celebrating the holiday season for over 60 years, the parade delights thousands of spectators with more than 120 entrants. Participants take part in both adult and children's division contests. The annual procession is organized by a dedicated volunteer committee to...

Passengers embark on a festive one-hour train journey featuring holiday music and a reading of 'The Night Before Christmas' story. Children on board receive a Blue Ridge Scenic Railway jingle bell, a candy cane, and a chance to visit with...

Passengers take an out-and-back journey through the winter Hiwassee River Gorge aboard heated vintage coaches. Children can write a letter to deliver to Santa during his onboard visit, and everyone receives a chocolate-chip cookie and chocolate milk. Every rider also...

Step back in time for a magical holiday experience at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain. Discover enchanting views, festive lights adorning the Village Plaza, and a cozy atmosphere within the historic Ruby Falls Castle. Add your wish to the Forest...

All aboard for a magical holiday season with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum's festive train rides. Journey to the North Pole to meet Santa, indulge in fine dining experiences on the Christmas Dinner or Lunch trains, or enjoy a festive...

Experience the charm of Adairsville's Christmas on the Square, a beloved community event that officially ushers in the holiday season. This festive gathering centers around a vibrant Christmas parade, bringing together residents and visitors for a day of seasonal cheer...

Step back in time for a magical holiday evening at the Chieftains Museum. They are hosting a special candlelight tour of the historic Major Ridge Home, meticulously decorated in a 19th-century Moravian Christmas style. Guests can savor warm cider and...