Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism Media Room
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PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Nov. 19, 2025)—Ahead of Pigeon Forge’s annual Wilderness Wildlife Week (Jan. 5-8), event organizers are accepting submissions for the 2026 Smokies Through The Lens photography contest. The annual photography contest encourages participants to enjoy nature’s beauty and share their experiences through photography. Digital images may be submitted in six categories that showcase: Entries will […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Nov. 18, 2025) – Dolly Parton added another impressive accolade to her unparalleled list of honors, being named one of the newest inductees to the IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) Hall of Fame. The recognition celebrates her role in creating and influencing Dollywood Parks & Resorts through her partnership […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Nov. 18, 2025) – As the most anticipated new attraction in the history of Dollywood Parks & Resorts nears its opening next spring, officials with the park and from manufacturer MACK Rides unveiled one of NightFlight Expedition’s cutting-edge ride vehicles on Tuesday morning. Theme park industry media and attendees at the IAAPA […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Nov. 17, 2025)—Mike Gwinn, senior sales manager for the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, attended this year’s National Tour Association meeting to promote the destination to tour operators and travel advisors. He came home the winner of one of the organization’s most prestigious awards. Gwinn won NTA’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year Award […]
PIGEON FORGE, TN (Nov. 14, 2025) – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s almost time for The Comedy Barn Theater to add holiday twists and funny seasonal turns to its award-winning show. A Comedy Barn Christmas begins on Monday, Nov. 17, offering great clean comedy for families and kids of all ages. For more […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Monday, Nov. 10, 2025) — With Christmas just 45 days away, Dollywood has several special ticket offers designed to make finding the perfect gift to put under the tree a little easier. Currently, Dollywood’s Public Employees Appreciation Days are under way, offering a $59 one-day ticket for members of the military, first responders, school […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Nov. 6, 2025)—Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) is among the contenders for Newsweek magazine’s Best Christmas Town award. The distinction is part of Newsweek’s Reader’s Choice Awards. Bundle up or break out a sweater as every stop proves the spirit of the holidays is best shared, seen and savored together, with memories that last well […]
Voting for award runs through Monday, Dec. 1 PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Monday, Nov. 3, 2025) — With Dollywood’s popular Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana underway, USA Today 10Best has once again nominated the festival for Best Theme Park Holiday Event, and Dollywood fans are asked to vote early and often to help the guest-favorite tradition earn […]
Sevier County, Tennessee (Oct. 31, 2025) – Since the federal government shutdown began in early October, state and local partners have provided funding to maintain full operations of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As the shutdown enters November, these partners have agreed to continue supporting the park to ensure that key areas remain open to the […]
Smoky Mountain theme park ranks in top 50 of brands evaluated nationally PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025) — Dollywood has long been recognized as one of the best theme park guest experiences in the entire world, with the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, destination regularly earning honors celebrating its unique brand of hospitality. Another of […]
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