Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge draws in millions of visitors each year, and it’s no surprise why! What was once a small community has become a popular tourist destination. With incredible things to do and sights to see, a trip to Pigeon Forge is always packed full of entertainment. We’ve put together a list of 5 things about Pigeon Forge that will make you want to visit immediately:

One thing that’s always on your mind when planning a vacation to Pigeon Forge is the weather. You always ask yourself, “What’s the weather going to be like when I’m there?” or “What time of year has the best weather to visit?” We’ve got the answers to all your questions! To help you prepare for your trip, we’ve put together a guide to all you need to know about Pigeon Forge weather throughout the year.

Visitors to the Smoky Mountains are in luck — the Pigeon Forge Trolley will now run year-round! For the first time in 14 years, tickets for the trolley have increased, allowing for the trolley to run all throughout the year. We’ve gathered all the details about the new Pigeon Forge Trolley schedule and everything you need to know about the trolley routes.

Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg attract millions of visitors each year. The popular cities are home to incredible attractions like Dollywood, Ober Gatlinburg and Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Though so many people come to visit, not everyone knows much about the towns themselves. At Visit My Smokies, we’ve put together a list of 8 fun facts about Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to learn before you visit:

Souvenirs, crafts, homemade candy — you can find all this and more in the Smoky Mountains! The Smoky Mountains is the perfect destination to shop until you drop! There are boutiques, specialty stores, outlets and more. Take some time during your vacation to explore all the amazing shops in the area. To help you decide where to go, we’ve come up with the 8 must-stop shops in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg:

We’re excited to report that one of our favorite Smoky Mountain cities had its best year ever in 2017! At the annual “state of the city” address, Mayor David Wear announced that tourism in Pigeon Forge, TN is at an all-time high. The city set a new record for revenue, bringing in nearly $1.3 billion in 2017, which is up 3 percent from the previous year.

Although Pigeon Forge, TN may be most famous as a family vacation destination, its appeal certainly isn’t limited to parents and kids! The popular news and culture website Elite Daily recently released its list of “7 Unique Cities in the U.S. to Travel to Before You Graduate”, and we’re pleased to report that Pigeon Forge made the grade.

2018 has been a rollercoaster of emotion for country music star RaeLynn! The Voice alum kicked off the year by performing at The Island in Pigeon Forge’s New Year’s Eve celebration, but all of the excitement proved too much for her pet chihuahua, “Dolly.” When fireworks erupted over Pigeon Forge early in the morning on January 1st, the loud noise frightened little Dolly so much that the dog bolted from the singer’s tour bus.

If you’re running low on time off, a quick trip to Pigeon Forge, TN is a great alternative to taking a weeklong vacation. While you won’t be able to visit all of the city’s hidden gems, you can still fit a remarkable amount of fun into a 24-hour escape. To help you make the most of your getaway, Visit My Smokies has put together the ultimate itinerary for spending one day in Pigeon Forge.

The Island is one of the most-buzzed-about destinations in Pigeon Forge, TN. If you haven’t been to the Smoky Mountains in a little while, you may be wondering, “What is The Island in Pigeon Forge?”. Fortunately, Visit My Smokies is here to help! Read on for a complete guide to everything you need to know about The Island.

With over 10 million annual visitors, it’s no surprise that Pigeon Forge, TN sees its fair share of traffic. Fortunately, the Knoxville News Sentinel is here to help! The newspaper recently released a handy guide to avoiding traffic in Pigeon Forge that caught our eye. To help you make the most of your next vacation, we have shared the News Sentinel’s insider knowledge and thrown in some of our own advice for bypassing traffic in the Smokies.

Carly Pearce may not be a household name yet, but that won’t be the case for much longer! Pearce is a rising star in the world of country music, and 2017 is poised to be a huge year for the 27-year old singer. Springboarding off of her hit single “Every Little Thing”, Pearce is expected to release her debut album with Big Machine Records later this year. Country Music Television recently named her one of the “Next Women of Country” and included her in their list of “17 for 2017”.

Going on a picnic is one of our favorite ways to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains. There is something about dining outside that just seems to make your food taste better!

Pigeon Forge, TN is celebrating a major anniversary in 2017! Two hundred years ago, an iron forge was built along the banks of the Little Pigeon River where The Old Mill Square stands today. This iron forge became an iconic part of the city and served as the inspiration for the name “Pigeon Forge”. To mark this special occasion, Visit My Smokies did a little research to bring you the history of Pigeon Forge’s iron forge.

With so many fun and family-friendly things to do in the area, it’s hard not to fall in love with Pigeon Forge. However, there are a few signs your love of visiting the area has gone from a typical family getaway to a full-on way of life. Keep reading to find out if you’re head-over-heels in love with Pigeon Forge.