Dog Events in Fontana Dam, NC

This popular holiday parade lights up downtown Gatlinburg with illuminated floats, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands, and holiday performances, with more than a million LED Christmas lights adding to the seasonal spectacle. With more than 80,000 usually in attendance, dogs must be leashed at all times and good with crowds. The parade features large balloons, marching bands, and loud sounds, so it may be stressful for some dogs.

This festive dog-friendly Christmas parade features decorated floats, marching bands and local performers celebrating the holiday season against the backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. The parade begins at the Townsend Visitors Center and travels through town, bringing holiday cheer to spectators.