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Hatfield and McCoy Christmas Disaster Serves Up Sleigh-Load of Laughs and Merry Memories This Holiday Season

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Wednesday, October 25, 2023) – The holly-jolly chaos of the Christmas season takes the stage at the Hatfield & McCoy Christmas Dinner Feud in Pigeon Forge, delivering a brand-new yuletide show that will have families laughing all the way through the holiday experience. America’s two favorite feuding families have found a new […]

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Pigeon Forge Takes Home Seven International Events Awards

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Oct. 25, 2023)— In recognition of the city’s special events, the Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) Department of Tourism won seven Pinnacle Awards from the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA) and Haas & Wilkerson Insurance. New in 2022, the grand opening of Pigeon Forge’s Winterfest Wonders of Light walking trail was the centerpiece […]

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Veterans Tribute, Additional Walking Trail Light Displays Highlight Pigeon Forge Winterfest Kickoff Event on Nov. 9

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Oct. 17, 2023)—On the eve of Veterans Day, a music-filled veterans tribute, featuring a performance by the 101st Airborne (Air Assault) U.S. Army Band, will kickoff Pigeon Forge’s annual Smoky Mountain Winterfest celebration on Nov. 9. Veterans of all branches of the U.S. armed services are invited and encouraged to attend. Winterfest […]

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More Operating Days, New Guest Experiences Highlight Dollywood’s 2024 Season

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Oct. 16, 2023) — For Dollywood guests there’s more in store in ’24, including a busy operating calendar that brings even more fun to the Great Smoky Mountains. In addition to being able to enjoy the largest number of days ever during a season at Dollywood, guests also will be welcomed by the brand-new […]

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Illusionation starring Jason Hudy opens first Believe in the Magic Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Oct. 17, 2023) – Jason Hudy believes in the magic of The Christmas season.  The all new “Illusionation, Believe in the Magic” show starring internationally acclaimed magician Hudy, will open its first ever Christmas show on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, at The Mountain of Entertainment Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Hudy’s magic will sparkle during […]

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Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort Opens Ahead of Schedule

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Oct. 11, 2023) —Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort is opening its doors to guests a few days early.  Sneak preview days now begin tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, ahead of the official grand opening on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. The spectacular HeartSong Lodge & Resort marks the second world-class resort created by […]

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Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort Opens Mid-October Bookings

Additional booking dates may become available PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Friday, September 29, 2023) —As construction on Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort nears completion, Dollywood Parks & Resorts is excited to offer guests 302 more reasons to visit the Great Smoky Mountains. The highly-anticipated 302-room lodge is now taking reservations for stays beginning Oct. 16, 2023. […]

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Festive Fall Fun Returns to Pigeon Forge

Festivals, Halloween-themed events, and new fall offerings await visitors and locals this season. PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Sept. 13, 2023) – Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) ushers in fall with new ways to stay and play, and festive events to celebrate the changing seasons. Pigeon Forge businesses get into the autumn spirit with harvest and Halloween decorations along […]

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Incredibly Rare Red Bears Arriving at Titanic Museum Attraction

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (Sept. 8, 2023) – National Teddy Bear Day is Saturday, Sept. 9, which offers the perfect reason to share news about some new arrivals coming to the Titanic Museum Attraction in the Smoky Mountain community of Pigeon Forge (Tennessee). Though “black bears” in these parts have fur in a variety of colors […]

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Dollywood Earns Five Golden Ticket Awards

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Saturday, September 9, 2023)— Dollywood guests were surprised on Saturday evening as globally-known entertainment icon—and the Smokies’ own—Dolly Parton arrived onstage in Showstreet Palace Theater during the 25th annual Golden Ticket Awards presented by Amusement Today. Not only did Parton receive her own award during the event, her namesake park earned a record five Golden […]