Santa in front of Christmas trees

Holidays at
Ruby Falls on
Lookout Mountain

Illustrated Christmas tree above Ruby Falls logoThe Season Shines Bright at Ruby Falls

Return to a simpler time on Lookout Mountain at Ruby Falls when our nature park transforms into a winter wonderland, brimming with holiday magic and joyful moments you’ll cherish forever.

Discover magical views, festive decorations, and special activities inside historic Ruby Falls Castle. Wander through a landscape of twinkling holiday lights surrounding the park’s outdoor plaza. Add your handwritten holiday wish to the Forest of Wishes, where a blizzard of dreams blanket the trees.

Take the family on a guide-led walk to see the tallest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Afterwards, linger longer with a casual meal and local craft beer, share seasonal treats and sip rich hot cocoa beside the café’s cozy fireplace in the park’s limestone castle built in 1929.

Celebrate the Most Magical Time of the Year at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain 

Cave adventure tickets are not required to enjoy the historic cafe.

Christmas lights adorn the landscaping around the outdoor plaza at Ruby Falls with Lookout Mountain Tower made of limestone in the background.
Ruby Falls with white Christmas lights and a Christmas tree
Man and child look in wonder at a Christmas tree
Two adults and two boys gather around Santa Claus in front of a stone fireplace.
A mother and son take a selfie sitting under the
Someone out of the view hanging an ornament on a Christmas tree
Christmas tree lit up at night in front of the Ruby Falls caslte
A fire burns in a stone fireplace with Christmas trees on each side featuring woodland decorations and candle lights
Hot chocolate in a glass mug with whipped cream on the top drizzled with chocolate sauce is placed in front of a fire in a fireplace.
Beer and a sandwich in front of a fire
Woman wearing a green vest drinks a seasonal coffee with fireplace in the background.