bd8fa07c-fdaa-45d4-a4a1-ad51ea9cb976 This week’s Featured Wedding is Brandon and Amanda’s wedding in Gatlinburg.  This is their story told by Amanda.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:31:17 GMT cd0a65c0-2f9f-491e-bc5e-4ffa68fe81e3 This week’s Feature Friday is The Inn on the River located on the Pigeon Forge Parkway.  A special thank you to Jeannie Palaganus for answering this week’s Feature Friday questions about the Inn on the River.]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:30:13 GMT b77e422b-dd12-460e-9bcc-65480e40c353 Each year Choice Hotels presents the Gold Award to all hotels in the top 10% and the Platinum Award to the top 5% of their hotels.  Two of our Pigeon Forge hotels have received two of these prestigious awards from Choice Hotels.  The Quality Inn & Suites at Dollywood Lane received the Platinum Award and was ranked 14th out of 923 Quality Inns in the United States.  The Comfort Inn & Suites at Dollywood Lane ranked number 90 out of 1346 and received the Gold Award.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:29:09 GMT c7d218f9-defe-4702-be66-0e9729c2884a Meet Jen and Travis, our first Featured Smoky Mountain wedding.  ]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:27:55 GMT 87702782-510f-4284-a335-f44f8bb803e9 This week’s Feature Friday is Cabin Fever Vacations located in the Smoky Mountains.  A special thank you to Bob Foster who has answered this week’s Feature Friday questions about Cabin Fever.]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:26:48 GMT f92eeb19-7645-4710-81ac-9b68faf9e208 Were you married in the Smoky Mountains?  We would love to feature your wedding on one of our Wedding Wednesday posts! If you’re interested please email me atKatie@PigeonForge.com and I would love to talk to you about your wedding in the Smokies and possibly feature it on our PigeonForge.com blog!]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:25:45 GMT ac29405f-55ad-4672-bb40-8a90e210aae4 This Saturday, December 17, The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host a Holiday Homecoming at the new Oconaluftee Visitor Center.  There will be plenty of activities to participate in from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Come for a couple of hours or come stay all day! ]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:24:17 GMT c016e8d8-b0a6-4ce8-ae0a-a8a389cfbc5a Top 10 Winter Ski Destinations, our Gatlinburg placed second on the list just behind Brekenridge, Colorado.  Trip Advisor says Gatlinburg is a great winter destination offering plenty of cold weather fun, including skiing, snowboarding and ice skating at Ober Gatlinburg.  Trip Advisor also mentions that travelers can save up to $700 dollars by staying at a vacation rental in the Smoky Mountains for a weeklong trip.  Others on the list include South Lake Tahoe in 3rd, Big Bear Lake, 4th and Mammoth Lakes, 5th.]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:38:10 GMT 22e960f5-efad-4d11-9ba5-1036b19d011e Christmas, Valentine’s Day or even Mardi Gras.  Others who might be doing a destination wedding in the Smoky Mountains might have a mountain casual themed wedding or maybe a 50’s or 60’s themed wedding.  Whatever your taste a themed wedding in the Smokies could be fun! Here are a few inspirational themed weddings.]]> Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:45:15 GMT 5ff2a38a-1edc-46bc-84bf-1f3a2dbe3c14 Great Smoky Mountains National Park for the 36th annual Festival of Christmas Past celebration this Saturday, December 10 from 9 am to 4 pmat Sugarlands Visitor Center.  The Festival of Christmas Past is a celebration of the history and culture of the Smoky Mountains with an emphasis on the Christmas season. The festival will include old-time mountain music featuring the Lost Mill String Band, Boogertown Gap and South of the River Boys. Demonstrations of traditional domestic skills such as the making of mountain berry baskets, apple-head dolls, quilts, and apple butter will be ongoing.  This is a free event and is sponsored in cooperation with Great Smoky Mountains Association.]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:00:03 GMT 0a553ba9-9861-4ea1-be25-4f731c5d2fe4 Time.com just named Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and The Inn at Christmas Place in its list of The 9 Most Christmassy Towns in America.]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:02:39 GMT 2ace62a1-eb74-4d7c-8e20-fcc75c7b0a19 Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.  ]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:33:44 GMT 1d551ef0-7a64-48e6-a20f-cf05c45aa8f3 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:53:59 GMT 9f1c4816-ea5f-4161-842b-e8d696d5014a Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:50:16 GMT cf5e2fcb-658c-4402-af51-7b6a25524783 Spring of 2013!]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:57:48 GMT f72494ae-5106-4b1f-bdb4-df0a7b08efa1 Mainstreet.com. They report the “Great Smoky Mountains are a national treasure in and of themselves, but when the surrounding areas light up their towns for their Winterfest celebrations, the region is even more magical.]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:55:41 GMT 2296e8a1-3295-4a88-89b8-ee9d36c13b19 Pigeon Forge?  Worried about finding a traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner?  Well don’t be!  A lot of the Pigeon Forge Restaurants celebrate the Thanksgiving Holidays by serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.  Below are just a few of our favorites and their specials!]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:46:15 GMT a2f62078-f9b5-4b5a-8008-0f474586e663 Pigeon Forge?  Worried about finding a traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner?  Well don’t be!  A lot of the Pigeon Forge Restaurants celebrate the Thanksgiving Holidays by serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.  Below are just a few of our favorites and their specials!]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:09:06 GMT b007504a-ee66-4b56-b940-eef0b416a5da Pigeon Forge?  Worried about finding a traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner?  Well don’t be!  A lot of the Pigeon Forge Restaurants celebrate the Thanksgiving Holidays by serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.  Below are just a few of our favorites and their specials!]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:09:06 GMT 73248a99-651e-46c3-b2c7-205a6abc1c5e Mt. LeConte blog is reporting they have gotten about 1.5 inches of snow!  Looks like winter is quickly approaching!]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:59:47 GMT 4a58a41e-fdec-4680-aee8-6bdab6635abf Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:02:35 GMT c90118e4-66a6-41e9-bf36-4e8c0a7c5c90 PigeonForge.com T-shirts! ]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:04:23 GMT e47de967-030d-44fc-89e0-3fab65c40314 The Alamo Steakhouse, Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que, Mama’s Farmhouse, Big Daddy’s Pizzeria and Maddog’s Creamery will all be participating in supporting the America’s active duty soldiers and veterans.]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:06:26 GMT 339f5edb-1844-4c89-9d76-89b0c0f44592 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:07:46 GMT cdfc09fc-cdc4-46ef-be07-ea573281f92d Tue, 08 Nov 2011 17:08:42 GMT 0fb3ca79-f5ad-4c6e-9791-008c514daa63 Great Smoky Mountains National Park have announced their winter season facility closing schedule.  7 of the 10 Smoky Mountain campgrounds will close along with some of the visitor services hours will be reduced.]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:09:58 GMT 6c899150-b40f-4ce0-8ef8-50df2b08e786 traditional wedding.]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:11:36 GMT dbb2104a-2936-46d3-a0f7-7cde989c214a This week the fall colors are at their peak and the reds, oranges and yellows are in full swing. ]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:14:11 GMT 16675ea4-06e1-499b-8aa1-64ac9e193670 September sun starts setting earlier and earlier and fades into October and early November. As soon as the fall winds start to blow, many whitewater rafting companies are closing for the season—but not Rafting in the Smokies!  The Gatlinburg-based rafting company believes that serious paddling season doesn’t wait for the weather. Cold water gushes down from the mountains, and this is one rafting and paddling group that accommodates visitors who crave the excitement of rafting. The rafting experts at Rafting in the Smokies navigate visitors on a expedition through the rugged and exhilarating Smoky Mountain waters until Thanksgiving. Feel up for the challenge? Just wear the right gear and bring the right attitude.]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:10:57 GMT 9fd6e588-97ea-4969-a1e3-47a2b625854a Have you planned your Winterfest trip to the Smokies yet?  Get started today! ]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:18:44 GMT 3c47f191-8f7d-4c02-a3d0-226c408220c5 Winter Weddings in the Smoky Mountains. 

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:20:09 GMT 238a9103-d266-49b0-95dd-fb400e71f498 Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:25:58 GMT c60ad4c0-5abf-4844-895a-0d190e83979f The Nantahala Outdoor Center is opening a retail shop from The North Face brand, located inside NOC’s retail store in Gatlinburg, Saturday, Oct. 22. ]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:28:12 GMT 6516179c-ca91-4cfb-92f4-f2b66dc930db Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:30:39 GMT 77b2db0e-cb05-4360-ae5e-adfbd0f38beb Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:29:19 GMT 93e11d6f-8d34-47aa-8179-32ad53245925 We’re excited for next year’s race which will be August 4, 2012 and the race is officially the RRCA Southern Region 8K Championship.  ]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 20:34:21 GMT 10707dbb-16cc-4d4c-83ae-c734e9b1e547 Trash the Dress is a recent phenomenon that has become highly popular with brides and grooms, so popular most photographers are including a Trash the Dress session in their wedding packages.  ]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 20:36:01 GMT 54df3987-2f86-4dd9-bcfb-60babf7d6730 Bring your gal pals to Pigeon Forge for a girls weekend getaway!]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:02:12 GMT 8af14b75-d01b-413b-adc3-859dafa942b8 Weddings are one of the most special days for a couple and they typically want every detail of their day to be documented.]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:03:21 GMT 1d32120c-ca48-48c9-92f0-16af177a44b6 If you’re not from the Smoky Mountains and aren’t planning on having a destination wedding you can still experience the beauty and romance of the Smoky Mountains by honeymooning deep in the heart of the mountains.  ]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:08:07 GMT 741ce106-76cc-46f4-aaa8-8c7c172b157e It’s almost that time again! In just a little over a month Pigeon Forge will be twinkling in Christmas lights!  Plan your Winterfest trip today so you don’t miss out on all the holiday fun Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and Gatlinburg have to offer! ]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:06:44 GMT f6bc903a-668b-4452-9cbc-67e0a49a30f5 The days are getting shorter and the nights are growing longer and cooler.  This means Mother Nature is getting ready to paint our beautiful mountains colors of reds, yellows and oranges. We couldn’t be more excited about the changing of the season but we were also very excited to see the Smoky Mountains pop up in two Huffington Post articles this Monday morning! ]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:09:14 GMT 3c619fab-c285-4e83-a465-2d7e4012ad20 Shriners are rolling into Pigeon Forge by the hundreds!  This year the South Atlantic Shrine Association (SASA) is headed to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, meaning up to 5,000 Shriners and as many as 2,500 of their friends and family are on their way.  This Wednesday – Sunday event will be the SASA’s annual business meeting, plus a time for camaraderie and Shriner fun, including a huge parade. ]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 21:10:43 GMT 15c898e6-b5f0-4c3e-98e2-8f1282030710 Decor for weddings is something that everyone does differently.  Some brides go for a more extravigant wedding with lots of detail, flowers and decor while others go for a more simple wedding with minimal decor. ]]> Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:11:51 GMT 7b3a3b00-def2-4925-874c-20037958bfaf Wonderworks, Pigeon Forge’s Most Fun Attraction, is hosting Teacher Wonder Days! Where each teacher and 1 guest will get in free to Wonderworks September 25 – October 2.  ]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:13:13 GMT 6ba32cb0-e020-4fce-80e3-463cfc3bc2b1 The Titanic Pigeon Forge is hosting several book signings and special appearances throughout Fall 2011. ]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 21:14:28 GMT 4687e707-5de6-48c2-ad7f-33756b86ce31 When thinking of a wedding in the Smoky Mountains the pictures that come to mind are more rustic settings, outdoors, barns, beautiful mountain backdrops, mason jars, bales of hay and maybe even some cowboy boots.]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:16:51 GMT 0ead6966-e49f-43ab-a9b7-00a9992a2b1b This week at Wonderworks it’s Homeschool week! One homeschool teacher and 1 guest will get in free to Wonderworks now through Sunday, September 18! ]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:15:30 GMT 7a285d24-1296-435a-903e-41d1fb7e2fb2 We’re really starting to see the beginning signs of fall here in Pigeon Forge and in the Smoky Mountains. ]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:18:03 GMT 29225218-49eb-4c6f-a4b5-44e4aac2fdcd As of August 19 a new beer ordinance has been passed where consumers can enjoy a beer with their meal on an outdoor patio at Pigeon Forge restaurants.  ]]> Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:20:08 GMT 90faf483-6134-4b29-818e-2362b3639aaa Most bride and grooms find unique and special wedding favors to give to their guests.  It can de somewhat difficult deciding just the perfect gift to give your guests. ]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2011 21:21:24 GMT cde47fec-ff08-480b-8378-6ab7933405b7 Pi Beta Phi Elementary is hosting the 2nd annual 5K run/walk to benefit the elementary school on September 24. ]]> Fri, 02 Sep 2011 21:22:35 GMT 370876e1-4d98-427e-b0db-499edb6d2646 These days a lot of couples and brides try to think of unique ways to make their wedding stand out from all the rest.  This doesn’t mean you have to spend a lot more money on your wedding you just have to think of very unique ideas that would set your wedding apart from the rest.  Here are a few photos of unique ways people have made their weddings memorable. ]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:25:04 GMT 7bd62437-6a7a-40f5-a3af-27b768e6d8f3 If you’ve driven down the parkway in Pigeon Forge you’ve noticed some interesting attractions.  From the upside down building that is Wonderworks to the large replica of the famous ocean liner, the Titanic, and the newest Hatfield and McCoy building I’m sure another wacky addition wouldn’t surprise anyone. ]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:03:19 GMT b7b8a494-1628-4404-9f76-bed80eb90ab4 The Grand Fall Rod Run is an event that all car lovers and fans of classic cars look forward to each year, and this year is no different. ]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:26:25 GMT ae36575f-ffc3-4892-b647-41a6e2178363 Come help us celebrate the Grand Opening of the Great Smoky Mountain Lumberjack Feud! The official opening is August 26th, 2011 and we are so excited! ]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:32:44 GMT cad502c7-03f0-42e5-81a3-e2dee60f7c7d If you’ve been in the Park recently, you may have noticed more bears than usual. ]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:27:40 GMT 70aaf648-062f-436e-80b4-a694b1abebfa To honor the 12 honeymooning couples aboard the RMS Titanic, the Titanic Museum Attraction and Star 102.1 FM will give away their own “Royal Wedding.”  ]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:33:59 GMT 893a81b4-af4c-4a46-ba71-2aba8fbe6863 The sound of gospel music is in the air here in the Smokies!]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:36:15 GMT 3fdcd404-e249-4b47-8afc-0f0c54eb1071 As you can tell here at the PigeonForge.com blog we’re starting to get really excited about the upcoming Fall season! ]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:35:00 GMT ac8c2323-71fd-472e-943c-a1d211deeb81 Most would say that wedding season is June through October but the tone of a summer wedding and fall wedding are usually quite different.  ]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:39:16 GMT 8dec638f-feef-47fa-aeac-cea025dbfc1c  We're ready for some beautiful fall foliage and fun fall events in the Smoky Mountains!  ]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:40:50 GMT a9bd8a46-9c14-4c62-bc6c-61d91b2221a1 Celebrate Freedom in Pigeon Forge the entire month of August!]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:43:58 GMT 6f468d57-ff41-4c3c-85c7-d7df610ff319 The Barbeque and Bluegrass festival is August 19 through September 5 at Dollywood and will feature more than 300 free concerts and plenty of barbeque. ]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:42:28 GMT 78fb2351-577a-41ee-be56-4fab36f48bf6 The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was rated one of the “13 Best Places in the U.S. for Wildlife Viewing” by Budget Travel Magazine. ]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:45:12 GMT 75572f6e-00a7-4bd3-b206-06515ee841d9 Tennessee’s tax free weekend is coming up and spending your weekend in Pigeon Forge is a great way to take full advantage of the no tax shopping!

]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:01:16 GMT 627fe8d4-92ef-4d2b-97c3-a1dc2e529f6d This will be the second year that Dollywood has offered Dollywood Nights with extended park hours each evening from August 8-14. ]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:09:55 GMT c12a024b-b6a8-4bb1-89ff-900ddce701de The Gatlinburg 4th of July parade is famous for it’s unique midnight start time making it “First July Fourth Parade in the Nation!” ]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:34:46 GMT 673a8970-8939-41c1-9b99-1fae9ef85b8a Throughout 2011, the Heroes of the Diamond will complete the “Road to Ground Zero Flag Tour.”  On Thursday, July 21, the Tennessee Smokies and Smokies Park have been granted the honor of being part of this historic tour on the same night that the team will recognize police officers, firefighters, EMT’s and other first responders for their selfless acts serving our local communities.   ]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:11:07 GMT 6b96137f-581c-4790-b921-9dc03eff656b The Titanic Pigeon Forge is hosting a very special Princess Tea Party for all the little princesses out there! ]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 16:12:18 GMT 8b4cea4f-6bdd-4a91-bf22-f49a9dcea392 The American Eagle Foundation is planning to release a pair of 13-week old bald eaglets. They have named the eaglets the “Duke and Duchess of Cambridge” in honor of the royal couple.]]> Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:13:33 GMT 12a59a54-e61c-47bd-bd6e-6b9feb846582 We’re getting really excited about this year’s PigeonForge.com Midnight 8K road race! ]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2011 16:17:46 GMT 5507dd00-e77d-4b46-bce6-318845fa3673 If you are looking for a great family friendly environment and something everyone can enjoy while in Pigeon Forge then let me tell you, Adventure Park at Five Oaks is for you!!]]> Fri, 08 Jul 2011 16:14:42 GMT f2173f6c-7935-4fb4-a57e-63f754d5ad25 Dolly Parton is auctioning her personal king-sized bed from her Dollywood apartment to benefit the Dr. Robert F. Thomas Foundation.]]> Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:19:18 GMT b2471c5d-46e8-4111-9d7a-cd80c695dccf A summer hike to Gregory’s Bald to see the flame azaleas.]]> Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:20:09 GMT e5bd9bff-a80a-4eeb-9ec7-41923d7d40d7 Be sure to join us for the Patriot Festival this weekend!  ]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:31:06 GMT b17956f0-d2ef-415a-a4da-9f1226ca4797 The Country Jamboree Breakfast Show featuring the Blackwoods is one of the most visited morning shows in the Smokies. ]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:29:49 GMT dc1c5242-3fe5-4056-ae5c-58be7bcad795 To celebrate Pigeon Forge’s 50th anniversary there will be a special premier viewing of a history film of Pigeon Forge called “Cornfields to Condo – A History of Pigeon Forge – 1791 to 2011” ]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:32:10 GMT a37d9635-a51c-4af8-bb79-5e739654993d Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales started last Friday, June 17, and will continue every day in downtown Gatlinburg through August 13.]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:33:13 GMT d334ca95-fbc7-4215-b7e9-5c8f1f53f3d6 The Lumberjack Feud is the next big thing opening in Pigeon Forge!]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2011 15:35:52 GMT ed80b4d2-30f3-4e3f-97f0-a9bf41f68f8c Dollywood’s Kidfest kicks off this Friday, June 17 and runs through August 7.  Dolly will be making special appearances around the park, as well as a park tours on Friday to kickoff this fun event at Dollywood.]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:37:01 GMT 758519eb-c11b-4239-b089-80106de839e6 Titanic Museum is hosting a Rose Petal Memorial Tribute in honor of the 100 year anniversary.  ]]> Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:38:13 GMT 675f4d50-8a56-4927-b9d1-3c63373fc773 The Titanic Museum has just released a new game: Titanic-opoly! ]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:42:44 GMT 854bc0a5-de90-4f91-ac4a-85e1e4561393 Chimani has launched a Great Smoky Mountains National Park App for the iPhone and Android.  ]]> Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:44:34 GMT 951c8774-a910-4bcf-abf8-b31e7c61bc2b Every June for about two weeks during the mating season, the fireflies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park begin to flash in unison.  ]]> Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:43:30 GMT 3f2a5a43-4a5f-4bff-ad5b-6c31f33a47dc The Pigeon Forge Patriot Festival will be held on the Fourth of July in Patriot Park and usually draws thousands of Independence Day celebrants! ]]> Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:45:22 GMT 172127b0-f2c6-4515-be50-0150b06ceb48 It has been 99 years since a lookout in the crow’s nest shouted, “Iceberg right ahead!”]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 15:54:14 GMT d2d292e4-f066-42e3-b59d-ea8491680ea0 Smoky Mountain Morning is a new locally produced webcast that will stream live every morning at 8 a.m.  The hour-long morning webcast will be packed full of great things for visitors to do while visiting the Smoky Mountains.  This will help visitors make the most of their time in the Smokies. ]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 15:55:54 GMT 22be2bc4-1d4f-446d-8a80-2175bfa48d3e The Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride is a memorial motorcycle ride to help people remember what Memorial Day is all about. ]]> Thu, 19 May 2011 15:56:54 GMT 319f2fab-f518-4479-b3a3-44562dc49b2c Come out and Salute our Heroes with the Tennessee Smokies on Saturday, May 28 at Smokies Stadium.  ]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 15:59:37 GMT fea2284f-45f4-42a4-aa62-8f278d5ed799 Help out the Great Smoky Mountains on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 4, 2011.]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 16:03:01 GMT eaa9fd57-d213-48c7-8284-c0c76ae9c473 Outdoor Adventures is hosting the first annual Charity Doggie Rafting event]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 16:01:56 GMT 661c0f4c-4096-4e50-8930-96747038a80c There have been two recent restaurant additions to the Gatlinburg parkway: Mellow Mushroom and Dick’s Last Resort.  The Mellow Mushroom in Pigeon Forge was so popular they decided to open another in Gatlinburg.  It is not open yet, but they’re set to open on Monday, May 5.  Dick’s Last Resort opened in March and is an interesting addition to the Gatlinburg area, meaning it’s not your typical restaurant. ]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:03:56 GMT 4fd8be13-fcf0-44f2-9eb8-cd08c9069415 Tomb is an interactive adventure attraction that will be opening this summer in Walden’s Landing.  ]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2011 15:23:13 GMT 795057ae-a405-47a4-b096-0c554a324426 The weather is beautiful and there’s no better time to get out and run or walk.  There are several runs that are coming up in Pigeon Forge that are great for any and everyone to participate.  Not a runner? No worries all are welcome to participate and walk the course.]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:25:33 GMT b9d46468-48e9-40be-ab55-9c1a7acdea62 For those of you who have heard about the unfortunate sewage spill into the Little Pigeon River you might think that it has affected the rafting companies in the area.  Just to clarify, the spill was in the Little Pigeon which runs through Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. ]]> Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:26:55 GMT ad86f108-aee5-4edb-bd4d-cae38e2e9d9d Come out for this year’s Star Jam on May 15th!]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:32:18 GMT 6402ce3d-7e68-40e6-9408-07c9720ccdb1 A while back we asked our Pigeon Forge visitors to submit their family photos with the ever so popular entrance sign to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:31:18 GMT d74d2750-ec17-4137-bc7c-7bc9a747418b One of the new shows that will be opening in Pigeon Forge this year is set to open this month!  The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show will premier their first show Tuesday, April 26.]]> Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:33:23 GMT ff85b029-e680-409e-be06-38b162d3efb6 The city of Gatlinburg has hosted the Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games for the past 29 years.  When the festival organizers decided to move the event to the nearby town of Maryville, TN, the city of Gatlinburg wasn’t ready to see the event leave. ]]> Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:34:11 GMT 0f07cc53-5fa6-4cbe-8cb9-1391279cc9d6 Spring has sprung in Pigeon Forge and with a new season comes plenty of fun and exciting new events!  The East Tennessee weather has warmed up and we are ready for beautiful flowers and green Smoky Mountains!]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:37:20 GMT 3fdb1ed5-176d-48ac-a542-2015e15a18ff Dolly Parton kicks off her Better Day Tour in Knoxville, TN on July 17. ]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:38:27 GMT 4a2be2d3-5c11-48fd-bd42-99d7d072e87e Gabriella Solomon-Henry, a local doll maker, was discovered through her ETSY website by one of the movie’s prop masters.  Newly relesed movie, “Paul” is about about an alien who crash-landed in the 1940s and the government found him.  When the crash happened and the government cleaned up the area they took everything away including a girl’s teddy bear.  When Paul escapes (60 years later) he wants to find the little girl and return her teddy bear.  That’s where Henry comes in.]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:39:21 GMT db17c9ee-4b19-4e44-a991-bca5d6ea6d96 There are two spring cleaning events in Sevier County to help get ready for the upcoming tourist season.  If you’re in town we would love your participation!]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:40:10 GMT e3d70ea8-5297-4032-815e-6a99f5bc7af8 TripAdvisor just released a new list for the 2011 Traveler’s Choice Awards, The Top 10 Great Places to Discover in the United States.  We are proud to announce that not only did Pigeon Forge, Tennessee rank as #4 on the list, Gatlinburg followed closely behind at #6. ]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:41:10 GMT 5a2b05b5-519c-4ef3-966e-dab236c325a9 There are two upcoming 5K races in Pigeon Forge that are both for a great cause.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:42:51 GMT 3b20a2f6-178a-4ec1-942e-68210569aa07 Springtime calls for road and campground openings in the Smoky Mountains! Most of the openings will take place this Friday, March 11.  The three Smoky Mountain visitor centers are open daily all year.  Check their locations and hours for more information about the National Park. ]]> Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:44:46 GMT f26b98b9-eb7d-4438-b10a-862136de6cb4 We are finally shifting into spring here in East Tennessee.  The Pigeon Forge Springfes tcelebration kicks off this Friday, March 11. ]]> Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:43:44 GMT 8664ea8e-9f57-44be-a3a9-6395d196e7f1 The Titanic Pigeon Forge is hosting an Irish Celebration the entire month of March to honor the hardworking, skilled Irish laborers that helped build the Titanic in Belfast, Ireland.  The Titanic Pigeon Forge is hosting a very special guest during their Irish Celebration, Susie Millar, who is the granddaughter of Thomas Millar of Belfast who was one of those hardworking Irishmen who worked on the Titanic.  Susie Millar will arrive in Pigeon Forge March 19 and will be at the Titanic daily through Wednesday, March 23.  In honor of her visit, Titanic has a special display focused on Millar’s great grandfather Thomas Millar. ]]> Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:49:02 GMT b3673d45-6f26-4c3f-937b-0315c1044bec We have a new restaurant opening in Pigeon Forge, a seafood buffet!  Captain Jim’s Seafood Buffet will be opening this April and we couldn’t be more excited about it. ]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:35:56 GMT 66dac31c-af9d-4c7c-831c-40a239c0e8b9 Dollywood is gearing up for a great 2011 season!]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:53:27 GMT 50870626-a48b-4fa0-a7fe-7c96e05f6f5f I am always looking for fun things to do with my girls.  Something that keeps them talking. The Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge has been on my radar for some time. You see, in my 32 years, I have seen numerous attractions not all of them so fantastic or believable. I fancy myself an Attractions Connoisseur.  I had heard so many amazing reviews from friends and visitors that I just had to check the Titanic out.]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:52:18 GMT ee65fd4c-2a48-4775-8aca-7fdc8ccd2d24 The entire month of March the Titanic Pigeon Forge is hosting an Irish Celebration. ]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:55:16 GMT c53b3916-35dd-4b8f-aa75-f68e65a304ed Looking for a fun last minute Spring Break trip?  The Smoky Mountains are the perfect place! There are plenty of places to stay and more than enough fun activities to have a fun filled Spring Break and we have all the resources to help you plan!]]> Mon, 21 Feb 2011 15:56:09 GMT 81d8ca58-e6f3-4b89-945b-7c9d52c1fcbc Always calling the Park’s information line to get road condition updates and weather information?  Now visitors to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park can sign up to receive status updates about the park’s most frequently used roads via text message or on Twitter.]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:00:44 GMT 5e62c579-fd1d-4947-9f86-4812358aee31 Tanger Outlets in Pigeon Forge are growing!  They have added two new stores and have another opening in April this year.  They have added a Michael Kors, Juicy Couture and LOFT is coming soon!  These are all great stores and will be a great addition the shopping selection in Tanger!]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:57:29 GMT 1b00131d-9734-467d-9bd2-9adc42e85cde As part of  Titanic’s February Sweetheart Month tribute, February 11-14, 2011 from 9am-4pm, Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge invites YOU to come and meet Titanic’s very own “Rose” dressed in costumes drawn from original designs created for James Cameron’s epic, Titanic. ]]> Mon, 07 Feb 2011 16:02:37 GMT c642068a-074c-4384-a816-c924bef37213 A Knoxville developer has high hopes to bring back the Belle Island Village project.  They also have plans for construction of a new $44.9 million events center for the city of Pigeon Forge. ]]> Mon, 07 Feb 2011 16:01:46 GMT fa002fb9-4c81-4d38-b872-21a0e2807d01 A former Country Tonite cast member, 2005 – 2009, auditioned on last night’s American Idol Season 10’s Texas auditions. ]]> Thu, 03 Feb 2011 16:04:02 GMT 8b6270b6-50c4-48c7-b33b-f367d21bf0e4 The entertainment lineup for the 2011Saddle Up! Will consist of some of the top performers in western music and cowboy poetry. ]]> Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:04:45 GMT 70ecff5c-8197-45a4-9add-a12729948654 Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Odditoriums worldwide will be celebrating the 4th annual World Sword Swallowers Day on February 26.]]> Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:05:41 GMT 7f722958-0fc4-4be8-b6aa-2a6485ef5cf8 Proposals in the the Smoky Mountains are pretty popular with the amazing views and the variey of ways one can pop the question.]]> Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:11:33 GMT 591c4b09-eef6-4a37-a29e-41a749bbd55b Trip Advisor recently published their Top 25 Hotel list for the 2011 Travelers’ Choice Awards.  A favorite of Pigeon Forge visitor’s, The Inn at Christmas Place, was ranked number 6 on the list of 25. ]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:13:19 GMT 7dfdb556-f9ae-420a-9125-770ba9310575 With this very special holiday right around the corner many are left wondering what to do for their significant other. ]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:14:21 GMT 72d5f074-4459-48cb-8c1a-7507b5f7d7ad ]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 21:16:01 GMT 5efa747e-0f72-4b10-934b-a92be3f21985 The entire month of Feburary the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge is celebrating Sweetheart Month by encouraging you to Renew your Wedding Vows on the Grand Staricase. ]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:15:39 GMT dc70cd0d-af7f-4e53-bdea-e279a0496945 Townsend will host the 5th Winter Heritage Festival February 3 - 6.]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:18:15 GMT 5e43587e-90c9-4f16-ab98-ffd2ac0c673d The Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge will kick-off its first free, family themed, outdoor event with a major ice carving competition on Saturday, January 22 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Due to anticipated interest, visitors are advised to arrive early for the best views to watch all the ice-carving action.]]> Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:20:06 GMT 867f0e25-090e-4b2a-96a5-57c2e1610975 The Tennessee Museum of Aviation is only one of the many Tennessee attractions offering free admission this Saturday in honor of Bill Haslam’s inauguration. ]]> Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:19:17 GMT 14076320-404e-4c68-817b-a4302ba6a682 The weekend forecast called for snow, a lot of snow! The weekend was very cold and a little snowy but we didn’t see significant snow accumulation until late last night/early this morning.  ]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:21:08 GMT e696552e-4d7f-4ad0-8888-0f017b773536 Snow is in the forecast through Tuesday! ]]> Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:23:02 GMT f3abc4b6-d9ae-4274-838b-552afd046ca5 Visiting Pigeon Forge in 2011?  Be sure to check out one of the funniest shows in town! The Comedy Barn is an award winning family comedy variety show in the Smoky Mountains. ]]> Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:22:06 GMT d70876b3-d952-423f-893b-37d4c4cae9ee Have you ever taken your photo with this entrance sign to the Great Smoky Mountains?]]> Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:24:01 GMT eea0a7be-e1a5-40f8-9d42-989dc9aa640b Memories Theater was scheduled to perform their final show last Saturday night (Jan. 1) before closing their doors for good.  ]]> Mon, 03 Jan 2011 16:24:51 GMT