The towns of Northwest Tennessee seem like a Norman Rockwell painting come to life, inviting visitors to walk through the light-strung streets with hot cocoa in hand.
The holiday in Northwest Tennessee is the chance to check out some amazing towns, consume at exceptional dining establishments, delight in fantastic state parks, and see countless twinkling Christmas lights. When you integrate the celebrations of the holiday with the small-town appeal of the cities in Northwest Tennessee, you have the makings for the best holiday-themed journey.
I had the chance to experience all that Northwest Tennessee needs to use while on a current press journey thanks to theTennessee Department of Tourist Development Even though this journey was totally sponsored, all viewpoints and recommendations are my own.
1. Downtown Unwrapped
Paris, Tennessee
Head about 2.5 hours north of Memphis and you will discover the earliest bundled town in West Tennessee,Paris Steeped in history, and small-town appeal, Paris, Tennessee’s is understood for the “World’s Biggest Fish Fry,” a yearly occasion occurring the recently in April that invites visitors and residents to this village.
During the holiday, Paris comes alive with countless sparkling lights, enjoyable small-town celebrations, and loads of vacation occasions to make sure that everybody delights in the holiday. Visitors can delight in going to the vacation parade, the celebration of trees, and even a check out with Santa himself! Of course, you can’t miss out on a see to the stunning 66-foot Eiffel Tower, the 12th-tallest Eiffel Tower reproduction on the planet, throughout your time in Paris.
For more details, please head to the Visit Downtown Paris site.
Pro Tip: Be sure to check out the stores in Downtown Paris throughout the day as they all close up early at night.

The Lodge at Paris Landing
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2. The Lodge At Paris Landing
Paris, Tennessee
Just beyond downtown Paris is an amazing turn to make your home while checking outParis Located on the banks of Kentucky Lake, the Lodge at Paris Landing is a resort-style hotel providing 91 perfectly selected spaces, all of which have a veranda or patio area ignoring the lake.
In addition to being a terrific home for checking out the town of Paris, the Lodge at Paris Landing likewise provides some incredible outside activities. The paved picnic loop around the park offers fantastic views of the lake and is the best location to do some bird seeing. Of course, the lake itself likewise provides some fantastic leisure activities consisting of fishing and boating. There are likewise 3 hiking trails situated in Paris landing varying from simple to moderate.
To guarantee you remain in the vacation spirit throughout your go to, the Lodge at Paris Landing is perfectly embellished in its vacation finest. The Restaurant at Paris Landing likewise provides unique holiday-themed meals and mixed drinks this time of year!
Pro Tip: Wake up early and see the daybreak from your terrace. The sun showing off of Kentucky Lake is a lovely start to the day!

Christmas show inside a shop in Martin, Tennessee
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3. Light Up Martin
Martin, Tennessee
The town of Martin is most likely best understood for the regional university that calls it home, UT Martin, however this village is a lot more than your common college town. Boasting some amazing dining establishments, fantastic shop stores, and a town library that will measure up to any library in a huge city, Martin really has something for everybody. Camille Noe, the Marketing Director for the City of Martin, finest summarized the city of Martin by stating, “Martin is a town out of a dream. The individuals who are here have actually picked to be here. We all really appreciate our town.”
Evidence of the neighborhood connection shines even brighter throughout the holiday as the town comes together for its yearly “Light Up Martin” event. This complimentary occasion starts with food trucks and carnival trips and ends with the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree followed by a spectacular screen of fireworks.

Milkshakes from The Grind
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During your time in Martin, make certain to check out the regional stores by going to either the historical downtown location or the University Commons shopping mall. When you’re starving, you can’t fail with some real Texas- design barbecue, and Blake’s at Southern Milling is the best location to enjoy it. Don’ t get too complete though, since you are going to desire among the excessive milkshakes from The Grind prior to you leave, trust me!
Pro Tip: Allow a number of days to check outMartin This village really has a lot to use, you do not wish to miss out on a thing!

White Squirrel Winery
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4. White Squirrel Winery
Kenton, Tennessee
If you discover yourself near Kenton, Tennessee Friday through Sunday, then do not miss out on the chance to check out theWhite Squirrel Winery and Vineyard Built in 2014, this household vineyard prides itself on bringing top quality white wines to the area with all of its white wines being produced inNorthwest Tennessee This 100-acre household farm has 20 acres of vineyards that produce 180,000 pounds of red wine grapes each year according to the owner, Bill Sanderson.
The tasting space is embellished in its vacation best throughout the Christmas season, making it the best location to attempt a few of theirTennessee wines The white wines here vary from dry reds to fruity whites, making sure that there is a red wine for each combination. The White Squirrel is likewise happy to use specialized white wines consisting of red muscadine, peach, and blackberry red wine, all produced from fruit grown on-site.
Pro Tip: While you’re here, do some shopping! In addition to red wine, Marjie, Bill’s partner, likewise produces beautiful and aromatic handmade soaps and candle lights, both of which are for sale in the winery’s tasting space.

Blue Bank Resort on Reelfoot Lake
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Tiptonville, Tennessee
Reelfoot Lake State Park lies in the northwest corner of Tennessee and is an outside enthusiast’s paradise. Best understood for its fishing, wildlife watching, and boating, this special state park has a lot to use, specifically throughout the holiday. The 150,000-acre lake, which was produced after a series of violent earthquakes in the early 1800s, provides a special and varied environment filled with beautiful cypress trees.
While numerous waterfowl flock to Reelfoot Lake, it is the American bald eagles that draw visitors from all over the world to its coasts. The bald eagles are most quickly seen in January and February when all of the leaves have actually fallen from the trees, however I am here to inform you that they are likewise widespread throughout the holiday. I checked out in late November and saw 8 bald eagles throughout my trip around the lake.

Bald eagle at Reelfoot Lake State Park
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The most interesting part is Reelfoot Lake State Park provides directed trips throughout the year. You can discover more details here.
While checking out the location, do not forget to have a look at a few of the regional organizations nearReelfoot Lake State Park The Blue Bank Resort provides visitors lakeside accommodations and provides scrumptious food and mixed drinks at its onsite dining establishment,The Fishhouse Grill If you wish to check out a famous regional dining establishment, head toBoyette’s Dining Room Boyette’s has actually been dishing out scrumptious Southern home cooking for over 100 years. Just make certain to bring your cravings, since the parts here are big!
Pro Tip: Ask for the “old made” onion rings at Boyette’s, they are flaky and scrumptious.

Christmas lights at the Discovery Park of America
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6. “Let It Glow” At Discovery Park Of America
Union City, Tennessee
Located in the village of Union City, Tennessee, the Discovery Park of America is an unbelievable, distinctive museum and heritage park. President Scott Williams states, “When you leave after your see to Discovery Park, we desire you to leave influenced.” That belief is echoed in the park’s objective, “… to motivate kids and grownups to see beyond,” which is precisely what will occur when you check out the Discovery Park of America.
With many museum-style displays, visitors are transferred through a journey of expedition. Exhibits consist of Native American history, area expedition, the military, nature, art, and more. When you integrate all of this with the park’s vacation lights extravaganza, Let it Glow, you understand you remain in for an unique reward. Let it Glow enables visitors to delight in both a drive-thru and walk-thru light screen that includes over 50 acres of vacation light display screens. In addition to the lights, visitors can acquire hot cocoa and cookies to delight in prior to composing letters to Santa and seeing the screen of over 150 nutcrackers!
Pro Tip: Take time to check out Discovery Park throughout the day prior to going to the vacation light screen. This special park really has a lot to use visitors.

Mural in Dyersburg, Tennessee
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7. Christmas In Dyersburg
Dyersburg, Tennessee
Boasting a dynamic town square, an amazing farmers market, and an unbelievable neighborhood of individuals, Dyersburg is a real surprise gem inTennessee Predating the Civil War, Dyersburg started as a steamboat town capitalizing the financial development caused by its tactical area on theForked Deer River This abundant history makes Dyersburg a must-visit for any history enthusiast, as it has 46 structures on the National Register of Historic Places.
The downtown location welcomes visitors with big snowflake lights installed onto the historical light posts surrounding the town’s square. The Christmas window display screens and perfectly embellished shop stores just improve the vacation state of mind. Like most towns, Dyersburg starts the holiday with a joyful Christmas parade.
Of course, you can likewise get your Christmas shopping done throughout your time inDyersburg Pennington Seed & &(* )provides scrumptious premium pecans, scrumptious homemade jellies, and specialized meats and cheeses, all of that make a terrific cooking present. Supply Co store loaded with scrumptious food presents isAnother The Mustard Company Store enjoyable shop provides premium mustards, barbecue sauce, spices, and more! This enjoyable stores to have a look at consist of Other, Cooper Lane Gifts, and Buff City Soap’s onAmy Jane South Mill you’re all set for a bite to consume, make certain and go to When, an enjoyable, casual dining establishment situated in the previous town bus stop.Bus Stop your go to perfect and you can delight in
Time on the Christmas inSquare Dyersburg enjoyable occasion has “everybody in the neighborhood taking part,” states This, Brianna Roser’s Dyersburg of Director & &Downtown Leadership Development addition to the regional stores being open late, there will likewise be food trucks, carolers, live music efficiencies, pictures with In, and a lot more.Santa decors at the

Christmas credit: Peabody Memphis
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