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Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay Wins “Best New Attraction” & “Best Mini Golf” in the USA

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—(March 19, 2025)—Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay an Epic Golf Adventure®, the new immersive mini golf adventure in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, has been voted America’s “Best New Attraction”& “Best Mini Golf” in the 2025 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Over the course of two month-long voting periods, the […]

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Pigeon Forge Earns 2024 Tree City USA Recognition from Arbor Day Foundation

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—March 17, 2025–The Arbor Day Foundation named Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) a 2024 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community. This is the 24th consecutive year the city of Pigeon Forge has been recognized with this honor. The Arbor Day Foundation is a global […]

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New Act Set To Bring More Entertaining Energy, Excitement to Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.–March 18, 2025–The swashbuckling and adventurous crew from Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge veer slightly off course this spring and find themselves docked in an unknown port in their never-ending search for more treasure. This new experience for the pirates, “South Pacific Celebration,” adds even more excitement and fun to […]

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Dollywood Earns Newsweek 2025 Top Workplace for Women Award

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—March 17, 2025— Newsweek has recognized Dollywood as one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025” following the results of a recent survey. The award-winning theme park’s 40th anniversary season kicked off last Friday with the park’s Dreamer-in-Chief and namesake, Dolly Parton, welcoming guests for the exciting year ahead.   The “America’s Greatest Workplaces for […]

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Dolly Parton Kicks Off Dollywood’s 40th Anniversary Season During Season Passholders, Media Preview Day

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—March 14, 2025— Dollywood’s 40th anniversary season is officially underway after the park’s namesake and Dreamer-in-Chief Dolly Parton welcomed guests and media during the park’s first day of operation today.  The event marked her first public appearance following the passing of her beloved husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, on March 3.  During the […]

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Dollywood

Dollywood Prepares for 40th Anniversary Season with Multiple Construction Projects To Enhance Guest Experience 

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Feb. 26, 2025) — On Feb. 24, members of the media were able to get a firsthand look at several of the more than 100 off-season construction projects currently taking place at Dollywood theme park. When Dollywood opens to season passholders on Friday, March 14, they’ll be able to experience for themselves how these […]

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New Reasons To Visit Pigeon Forge; Destination Named Best Place for Families in the U.S.

Dollywood’s 40th anniversary celebration, world’s first racing coaster, Great Big Game Show and seven new lodging experiences lead the way. PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—Feb. 3, 2025—Any time is a great time to visit Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) but trying something new provides a bonus for visitors to the popular Great Smoky Mountains vacation destination in 2025. TravelPulse […]

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Dolly Parton’s Wardrobe Exhibit Opens at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.–Feb. 6, 2025 –For a limited time, guests of Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort and Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa can explore a curated selection from Dolly’s iconic wardrobe. The collection, which is displayed in the Acoustic Lounge at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge, features 18 pieces of the international icon’s fashion statements through the […]

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Dolly Parton’s Stampede Ready To Begin 38th Season of Fun, Adventure

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Feb. 5, 2025) – For guests planning to experience Dolly Parton’s Stampede during its 38th season in 2025, a combination of equestrian expertise, vibrant music and storytelling, colorful butterflies, comedic escapades and a delicious four-course feast have come together to make up the unique and entertaining dinner show. This perennial favorite attraction opens […]

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Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge Ready To Set Sail for Seventh Season

Pigeon Forge, Tenn.  (Feb. 4, 2025) – It’s time to bring the adventures of the seven seas to the Smoky Mountains, as Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge gets ready for its seventh swashbuckling season starting February 7, 2025. Final preparations are taking place in the show’s Buccaneer Bay, where a colorful and fearless […]