If you like classic rock, you’re going to love the newest addition to Pigeon Forge’s entertainment scene! The Live Rock N’ Roll Theater has arrived in the Smokies with three awesome shows celebrating 60 years of rock music. Featuring chart topping hits from Janis Joplin, Led Zeppelin, Journey and more, the Live Rock N’ Roll Theater offers an arena rock experience unlike any other attraction in the area. Read on to learn everything you need to know about this brand new Pigeon Forge show. Read More
What to Bring to Dollywood’s Splash Country for a Day of Fun in the Sun
When you plan a vacation to Pigeon Forge this summer, you won’t want to miss out on all of the fun to be had at Dollywood’s Splash Country. With only a few days left before the big opening day for the 2014 season, we thought we could help you out by giving you all the information you need to start planning your visit, so you know exactly what to bring to Dollywood’s Splash Country!Read More
Dollywood Plans to Reopen with Exciting New Roller Coaster
If you’ll remember, Dollywood closed its doors on January 4, 2014 after their Smoky Mountain Christmas celebration came to an end. Read More
Four Things You’ll See When You Visit Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge
To make your trip to the Smoky Mountains memorable, take your family to Dixie Stampede where they can be amazed by incredible stunts and a delicious dinner feast. Having received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2013, Dixie Stampede has been a family favorite for many years. When you visit the show in Pigeon Forge, here’s what you can expect to see:Read More
Dollywood Pigeon Forge TN 2013 Expansion
Every year Dollywood, the amusement park in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, gets a little more exciting and a little more entertaining. In 2013, the biggest news is the addition of the water coaster, RiverRush. This one-of-kind roller coaster zooms through rushing water. It is the biggest addition to Dollywood’s Splash Country since the park’s creation in 2001. This coaster combines roller coaster magic with the thrill of a massive water slide. Rising four stories high, over the plentiful trees of this mountain amusement park, the River Rush zooms through a roller coaster’s traditional hairpin twists and turns as well as through the long dark tunnels that amusement park guests associate with their favorite water slides. It’s like a log flume ride on steroids! Still lots of fun, Dollywood’s other water rides are still there including the one-of-kind toboggan Mountain Slidewinder and the water-raft River Battle.Read More
Encounter An Iceberg At Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge
The Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge is a must see while in Tennessee. It is the largest Titanic museum in the world. As you explore, you’ll find it’s a respectful way to honor the crew and passengers, as well as celebrate the craftsmanship of the ship itself. Self-guided tours will give you an accurate feel for what those people experienced on that historic night.Read More
Wonders of Flight at WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge TN
If you are looking for an unforgettable view and experience while visiting the Smoky Mountains, take a ride on the Wonders of Flight. Located at 100 Music Road, guests will enjoy a spectacular 360 degree view of the surrounding area while enjoying a wonderful balloon ride. Don’t forget to make a stop at WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge TN as well.Read More
Plan to experience new additions to Dollywood in 2013
Dollywood, one of Tennessee’s most famous attractions, plans to unveil new attractions in 2013. Visitors should be pleasantly surprised at the progress the park has made recently. Attendance was down for a few years in a row recently due to the economic troubles in the United States. Last year, the park saw a return of many yearly guests, and revenue went back up. This revenue helped the park to fund two new additions for 2013. People who have visited Dollywood before will enjoy the new feeling they get when they walk around the park next time.Read More
The History of Dollywood
Dollywood theme park was opened in 1986 in Pigeon Forge, TN by Dolly Parton. Dolly famous as an entertainer in the music and film industry was originally from the Sevier County, TN area and her love of the area is represented through the history of Dollywood. The land that Dollywood is located on had already been long known and enjoyed as a theme park formerly known as Silver Dollar City.
As of 2011 Dollywood hosts over 3 million guests continually increasing from 2.5 million guests in a typical season, as of 2009, up from 1.3 million visitors in 1986. It is an amusement park that entertains guest of all ages from toddlers, teens to grandparents and is definitely a family friendly experience with a true Smoky Mountain Heritage experience. If you are looking for thrill rides there is a great selection of roller coasters that will impress those with a love for excitement and speed. And the smaller thrill seekers will be just as happy with all the park has to keep them busy with the Country Fair area having most rides with the minimum height requirement.
With Dolly’s talent in music it is a natural fit that she made music a large part of entertainment in Dollywood as well. With many styles of musical shows as entertainment in the park it is Southern Gospel that is the primary focus. Not only is Dollywood know for the great Southern Gospel shows that you will find it is also the site to the Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame, sponsored by the Southern Gospel Music Association. With several theaters throughout the park ranging from intimate
The Smoky Mountains is also known for the art and crafts created and this is a prime spot to see it in action, and to shop for a piece of the art to take with you. In Craftsman Valley and you will find items often made on-site where you can catch a glimpse of the artist in action if your timing is good. With many of the crafts being made while on-site lets you not only watch some being made but also gives you an opportunity to have items customized or let you be hands on yourself. With a wide assortment from candles, jewelry, blown-glass, carved wood, leather and iron crafts the Smoky Mountain Heritage of arts and crafts is widely represented at Dollywood.
Dollywood is open from mid-March through January first annually. The hours and days of operation vary with the season. Each season at Dollywood has become known for each of the festivals held: The Festival of Nations in the Spring; Kids Fest in the Summer; Barbeque & Bluegrass and then National Southern Gospel & Harvest Celebration in the Fall; and Smoky Mountain Christmas in late November through January. When planning your Smoky Mountain vacation you can view hours of operation and special events by going to the Dollywood website.
Pigeon Forge Dinner Shows
Pigeon Forge dinner shows are a great option for anyone who is looking for a fun and unique dining experience. Pigeon Forge attracts thousands of tourists a year because of all the unique activities it has to offer and being near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
Lumberjack Feud is a song and dance dinner show. The show takes place in an arena and features timber athletes competing against one another in various events. Lumberjack Feud is meant to be funny, so you can count on having a good laugh. Lumberjack Feud is also big on audience interaction, so don’t be surprised if you get pulled from the audience to participate!
Another great dinner show in Pigeon Forge is The Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show. The show takes place in a small theater which is great for interaction among actors and guests. If you like to solve mysteries then this is the dinner show is a must see. The Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show will keep you on the edge of your seat while you enjoy a country-style meal. The shows at this location change daily, so call in advance for a weekly schedule.
The Smith Family Dinner and Show has been voted the best show in Tennessee multiple times. The show is about The Smith Family, three men who share their life experiences. The show is set to catchy country and bluegrass music which will be stuck in your head for days after you leave. The Smith Family Dinner and Show offers one of the biggest varieties of meal options in comparison to other dinner shows.
The Dixie Stampede is one of Pigeon Forge’s most well-known dinner shows. Created by Dolly Parton, The Dixie Stampede is located in the heart of Pigeon Forge and offers a show full of friendly competition. The show consists of horse riding stunts and a delicious four course meal. The Dixie Stampede also offers a preshow, free with the purchase of a ticket, which offers the upbeat sounds of bluegrass and country music. Different from many other shows, The Dixie Stampede offers vegetarian meals.
The shows listed above are great for any family that is looking for a unique way to spend an evening together while enjoying some down-home country cooking!