Twinkle lights, holiday music, warm scarves and mittens, snow on the mountains…these are a few of our favorite things about strolling down the streets of Gatlinburg as we squeeze in a little Christmas shopping on our Smoky Mountain winter vacation.
There are so many delightful shops where you can find unique gifts for that special person in your life. (Or even pick up a few one-of-a-kind ornaments and decorations to deck your halls!) Here are 6 of the most popular Christmas stores in Maggie Valley, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge for your Smoky Mountain holiday shopping:
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The Cabbage Rose in Maggie Valley, NC
A Christmas Shopping Experience You Won’t Forget
When you visit Cabbage Rose, it isn’t just another shopping trip, it’s an experience to remember! A memory to cherish when you look back on the good times spent in the Mountains.
Over the years, Cabbage Rose has become more of a destination store than a shopping store. People from all over the world come to shop at Cabbage Rose and enjoy winter activities in Maggie Valley. With a 2,500-square-foot Christmas shop, you will never find a better place to find your Christmas decor and memories.
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The Village in Gatlinburg
The Village in Gatlinburg is a unique shopping area that is chock full of Appalachian charm. Immerse yourself in this destination shopping experience where an Old-World European village atmosphere draws you in and transports you to another place. The collection of 27 distinctive boutiques, art galleries and clothing outfitters make it a special spot to find a gift for that hard-to-shop-for person on your list. Browse edible gifts like hot sauce or taffy, choose a gorgeous piece of fine art, or pick out a locally hand-crafted item for something really special. Then celebrate the season with a festive bite to refuel before continuing on with your Christmas shopping.
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Santa’s Claus-et
Where better to find the perfect spot for Christmas shopping than the secret stash of the Big Man himself? Santa’s Claus-et is located in the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community, where you’ll be amazed by the diversity of handmade crafts on offer. Discover everything from pottery and ceramics to musical instruments to quilts to wood carvings and so much more as you browse through the entire collection of shops. At Santa’s Claus-et you can explore the largest Christmas shop in all of Gatlinburg. Pick out unique gifts for your family and friends, like toys, games, art, personalized ornaments, decorations, and so much more. And keep an eye out for Santa, who often stops by to say a big “Ho-ho-ho” and take photos with all the good boys and girls.
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The Incredible Christmas Place
If you only have time to visit one Christmas shop on your Smoky Mountain vacation, head to The Incredible Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge, where it’s Christmas all year long. You’ll find every Christmas-y item you can imagine inside these four walls. From one-of-a-kind designer-themed trees and decorations to personalized ornaments and stockings to lights, music, jewelry, collectibles, and so much more. Add a little magic to your Christmas shopping this year for an experience wrapped in holiday cheer.
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Christmas and Candle Shop in the Apple Barn
Another year-round spot for Christmas shopping in the Smokies is the Christmas and Candle Shop. Located in the Apple Barn Village on the banks of the rippling Little Pigeon River, this is the go-to store for one-of-a-kind gifts. Glittering with twinkle lights and holiday décor, along with festive music, you’ll feel the Christmas spirit the second you arrive. Breathe in the aroma of over 30 different scents of freshly poured handmade candles. In addition to these festively fragrant gifts, you’ll also find stuffed animals, collectibles, and college-themed sports memorabilia. There’s a present for everyone on your list here!
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Christmas & Collectibles
Christmas & Collectibles, a family-owned and operated shop located in Pigeon Forge, is the place to go for affordable Christmas shopping. As the second largest Christmas store east of the Mississippi, you can explore over 30,000 square feet of decorations that will absolutely light up your holiday season. Browse through their massive selection of lights, ornaments, nativity scenes, toys, and so much more.
