Dollywood Named One of the Best “Theme Parks for Little Tykes”
The Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, TN may be most famous for its exhilarating roller coasters and thrill rides, but there is still plenty to do for young kids! The Family Vacation Critic website recently praised Dollywood as “good for little tykes” in its list of Electrifying Amusement Parks for 2017.
Titanic Movie Costumes on Display in Pigeon Forge This Summer
One of the most popular movies of all time is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year! Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, the 1997 film Titanic won 11 Academy Awards and grossed over $2.1 billion.
Now Open! New Pigeon Forge Dinner Show – Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Adventure
Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Adventures dinner show has opened! It officially opened on April 21, 2017. Dolly Parton was at the Grand Opening event! The new show is all about Dolly Parton's family and you’re going to love it! Keep reading for details!
Pigeon Forge’s Smoky Mountain Cat House Profiled on TV
One of Pigeon Forge’s quirkiest shops has made its TV debut! The Smoky Mountain Cat House was profiled on WBIR, the NBC affiliate in Knoxville, TN. This popular destination offers a seemingly endless variety of unique cat memorabilia, with everything from cat clocks to cat jewelry. If you have a feline friend back home, you definitely don’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind store. You can watch the segment profiling the Smoky Mountain Cat House below:
Use These Pigeon Forge Coupons to Save Money on Your Dinner Show Tickets
We want you to have the chance to see one of the great Pigeon Forge dinner shows while you’re in town. We’ve put together a list of all of our exclusive Pigeon Forge coupons and discounts to help you save money on your dinner show tickets!
Sneak Peek: New Dollywood Rides & Changes at the Park This Year
We already knew there were going to be new Dollywood rides and shows for the 2017 season, but there’s actually a lot more work being done and more changes being made!
Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show is Flooding (But They’re Still Open!)
They said it themselves - the Hatfield and McCoy dinner show in Pigeon Forge flooded on January 23 - but it was the best flood ever!
New Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge Now Open: Alcatraz East
A major crime wave has hit Pigeon Forge...and we couldn’t be more excited! Alcatraz East is now open in the Smokies. Offering a behind the scenes look at the history of crime in America, this interactive museum has been eagerly anticipated all year. Visit My Smokies has the inside scoop on everything you need to know about the new crime museum in Pigeon Forge.
5 Amazing Pigeon Forge Museums You Don’t Want to Miss
Whether you’re interested in history, pop culture, or exotic sports cars, Pigeon Forge, TN has a museum for you! Our Smoky Mountain city is home to a variety of wonderful museums that are great for adults and kids alike. To help you make the most of your vacation, Visit My Smokies has put together a guide to five of the best Pigeon Forge museums.
The Secret History of the Dollywood Trains During WWII
The Dollywood Express is one of the most iconic rides at the Dollywood theme park. Guests board a genuine coal-fired steam engine for a five mile adventure through the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. With old time conductors and the piercing whistle of the steam engine, riding this train is like taking a journey back in time.
New Dollywood Rides and Shows Announced for 2017 Season
Dollywood is back at it again with even more rides and shows to announce for the 2017 season. For the upcoming season, you can expect at least 2 new rides to Dollywood, a new ride at Dollywood’s Splash Country, an addition to their fall festival and a brand new show!
Stars of the Grand Majestic Theater in Pigeon Forge Tour New Zealand
Here at Visit My Smokies, we’ve always said that Pigeon Forge is home to some world class shows. Now, the Grand Majestic Dinner Theater is proving us right! The cast of America’s Hit Parade, one of the signature shows at the Grand Majestic Theater in Pigeon Forge, recently completed a two week tour of New Zealand. Visit My Smokies has all the details on the Pigeon Forge performers’ exciting trip around the world.
5 Reasons You Will Love MagiQuest Pigeon Forge
The Visit My Smokies team recently paid a visit to MagiQuest Pigeon Forge, and our experience was, well, magical! Housed in the giant medieval castle on the Parkway, MagiQuest is a totally unique destination that truly has something for everyone. Here are just five reasons you need to visit MagiQuest on your next vacation in Pigeon Forge:
New for 2016: Dollywood Christmas Parade of Many Colors
Dolly Parton recently announced a $2.5 million addition to the Dollywood theme park called Parade of Many Colors. When you visit the Smoky Mountain area this Christmas, be sure to spend an evening at Dollywood to see all of the beautiful lights, trees and decorations throughout the park.
Dixie Stampede Coupons & Tips for Visiting the Pigeon Forge Dinner Show
Dixie Stampede is one of the most popular attractions in Pigeon Forge and is the most popular dinner show in the area. Featuring live animals, horseback riding stunts, singing and dancing, family-friendly comedy and a great meal, Dixie Stampede is a must see for every Pigeon Forge vacation.