Oh, Tennessee. You strange little space. We love you for your heart and your mountains and your valleys and your patriotism – and mainly because you’re completely and totally ours. Is there anything better than crossing state lines and feeling like you’re simply home? We can’t imagine a better feeling than coming back to the place that built our foundation and made us precisely who we are. Whether you’re loving Tennessee from afar this year or experiencing a sweet Christmas in the Volunteer State, this just might hit the spot…
- You remember that the whole state decorates for Christmas.
City of Franklin - Facebook Everyone is excited for the chill of the holiday season, and Tennessee takes its love for festivities to the next level.
- You hear talk that it may snow…but probably not…but maybe….
Olin Gilbert - Flickr We’re always holding out hope for a white Christmas, and it only adds to the excitement and potential of the the season.
- Everyone is losing their minds over the lights at the Opryland Hotel…
Denise Mattox - Flickr …and for good reason. This epic light display is truly next level.
- You’re back to that age old question: classic ham for dinner or a bit of southern sass?
Monell’s - Facebook Fried chicken is perfect for every meal, period. So in Tennessee the holiday dinner question tends to be a bit more thought out than usual.
- Folks are so kind during Christmas shopping.
Eric Mueller - Flickr No matter how crazy those department stores get, you’re still going to hear a lot of kindness in our Tennessee shops and stores. We’re just that kind.
- Get ready to meet all the new little additions to your family.
Kat Grigg - Flickr Those little cutie pies will be all over the place, making the holidays magical again.
- The crazy ones will be here too.
Laurel Harvey - Flickr But is it really family without the weirdos? We need ’em to make those sweet and kooky memories.
- Tennessee celebrates best with holiday movies, so catch one while you’re home!
The Franklin Theatre - Facebook Historic theaters across the state play Christmas movies like it’s their job (well…it kind of is) in December, and it’s a fabulous addition to any holiday agenda.
- If you have the chance to join in on the Gatlinburg holiday celebration…
Jason A G - Flickr …Then 100% do it. The fun and cheer are truly addicting.
- Enjoy the beauty of winter in our great state.
Greg Holfreter - Flickr There’s nothing better than a chilly Tennessee scene, and we tend to believe this gorgeous space is well worth the fanfare. Have a beautiful holiday, friends.
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City of Franklin - Facebook
Everyone is excited for the chill of the holiday season, and Tennessee takes its love for festivities to the next level.
Olin Gilbert - Flickr
We’re always holding out hope for a white Christmas, and it only adds to the excitement and potential of the the season.
Denise Mattox - Flickr
…and for good reason. This epic light display is truly next level.
Monell’s - Facebook
Fried chicken is perfect for every meal, period. So in Tennessee the holiday dinner question tends to be a bit more thought out than usual.
Eric Mueller - Flickr
No matter how crazy those department stores get, you’re still going to hear a lot of kindness in our Tennessee shops and stores. We’re just that kind.
Kat Grigg - Flickr
Those little cutie pies will be all over the place, making the holidays magical again.
Laurel Harvey - Flickr
But is it really family without the weirdos? We need ’em to make those sweet and kooky memories.
The Franklin Theatre - Facebook
Historic theaters across the state play Christmas movies like it’s their job (well…it kind of is) in December, and it’s a fabulous addition to any holiday agenda.
Jason A G - Flickr
…Then 100% do it. The fun and cheer are truly addicting.
Greg Holfreter - Flickr
There’s nothing better than a chilly Tennessee scene, and we tend to believe this gorgeous space is well worth the fanfare. Have a beautiful holiday, friends.
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