Holidays at Ruby Falls on Lookout Mountain 2026

From November 27 through December 24, 2026, Ruby Falls dresses up for the season. Inside the historic castle you'll find holiday decorations, and the outdoor plaza is lit up for the holidays. Visitors can hang a handwritten wish in the Forest of Wishes, and Santa appears on select days.

The Castle Cafe serves seasonal treats and hot cocoa beside a fireplace, and Ruby Falls says you don't need a cave ticket to visit it. Guided tours to the underground waterfall keep running, and cave tickets are timed-entry and sold online. Details and Santa's schedule are on the Ruby Falls holiday page.