what's open in gatlinburg on christmas day

As a holiday destination, Gatlinburg has several restaurants, shops, and attractions that remain open on Christmas Day. You can find various restaurants serving traditional holiday meals like turkey or ham with all the trimmings. Shops such as The Village shops offer gifts and souvenirs, and popular attractions like the Gatlinburg Space Needle and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies also remain open, providing entertainment and adventure. Additionally, popular attractions like Dollywood and Ober Gatlinburg have special holiday events and shows running during the day.