tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35317363799731442152012-02-02T16:51:07.669-06:00Kevin Weidemannnoreply@blogger.comBlogger274125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3531736379973144215.post-56431508075214375652012-02-01T13:51:00.001-06:002012-02-01T13:56:19.474-06:00

February is Sweetheart Month at the Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge.  The attraction celebrates the romance and adventure that were in the air when the Titanic set sail on April 10, 1912.  Fourteen couples traveling on Titanic were on their honeymoon , nine in first class. There were also young, brides-to-be sailing to America to start a new life there. Vow Renewals are extremely popular at the

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Get ready for a rousing round-up of cowboy fun during the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee Saddle Up! Festival.  The festival is four day salute to the American West, featuring concerts by western musicians and readings by cowboy poets.  New for this year’s event is the Stories & Strings Concert, during which musicians will discuss their musical influences, personal music styles and perform some of their

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Pigeon Forge has been chosen as a “Destination on the Rise” for 2012 by TripAdvisor.  Pigeon Forge is listed on No. 4 on the list, due in large part to its unique combination of outdoor appeal and family-friendly attractions.   Known as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the area provides easy access for visitors to explore the 800 miles of trails to experience as well as

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The Dixie Stampede Pigeon Forge is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2012.  The top-rated Pigeon Forge show opens for the 2012 season on January 13.In honor of their 25th Anniversary, Dixie Stampede is planning to recognize its 25th, 250th, 2,500th and 25,000th guests throughout the year with special prizes and celebrations, including a grand prize giveaway for the 250,000th guest. Known as “

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For a limited time only, a Biltmore Estate visit includes the Fourth Floor of the Biltmore House.  This is normally only available with a guided tour, at an additional cost.  From January 2-March 31, the Fourth Floor, self-guided tour, is  free to guests. Touring the Fourth Floor gives Biltmore Estate visitors the chance to see where the Vanderbilts’ servants lived and worked, and learn more

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Dollywood, the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee theme park, is creating a whole new experience for guests in 2012. The park introduces the $20 million Wild Eagle steel wing coaster, the first of its kind in the United States, on March 24, 2012.  The coaster features an innovative floorless design that positions riders, seated four to a row, in a forward-facing position. Two of the riders will be seated

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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee visitors can look forward to the 2nd Annual Titanic Regional Ice Carving Competition on Saturday, January 14, 2012. The free family-friendly event will take place in Titanic’s outdoor entertainment area from 9am-3pm. Attendees will be amazed as they watch sculpturists carve works of art from 250-pound blocks of ice.  The event was a huge success last year, and officials

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Pigeon Forge shows added some old fashioned fun to their line-up this year with the addition of the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud.The show, produced by local entertainment group Fee Hedrick Family Entertainment, features the famous Hatfield’s and McCoy’s as they try to settle their differences mountain-style.  The show is an experience for guests as they are included in the feud, with each

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Pigeon Forge has been named as one of the top nine most Christmassy towns in America by TIME Magazine. Ranked as #3 on the list, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee was chosen as one of the most Christmassy towns in America due to the national presence of the Inn at Christmas Place and the year-round excitement of the Incredible Christmas Place retail store.  Plus, Pigeon Forge is home to Winterfest, a

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The 2011 Pigeon Forge show season will come to a close soon.  Many of the shows are currently presenting Christmas productions, but non-holiday Pigeon Forge shows are also available.  The following list might be helpful when planning your Pigeon Forge vacation. It lists the final date of 2011 performances for shows in Pigeon Forge: December 28, 2011: Soul of Motown December 30, 2011:

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The Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge is currently celebrating Christmas at the Titanic, an event featuring thousands of holiday lights, Edwardian-period decorations, costumed merry-markers, a magical Gift Shoppe brimming with original, one-of-a-kind gifts and a return of last year’s crowd favorite, the legendary weekend snowfall.  The Titanic Attraction is known for their wonderful events, and 2012

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Dollywood Theme Park in Pigeon Forge has been awarded two Brass Ring Awards from the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (IAAPA). The awards honor Dollywood’s live entertainment.  The Gemtones won for Best Atmosphere/Street Performance and Sha-Kon-O-Hey! Land of Blue Smoke won Best Overall Production for the budget category $400,001-$700,000.  Dollywood was a finalist in

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Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland at Smokies Stadium in Sevierville, just west of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, lights up the night November 11, 2011 through January 8, 2012. Hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights dance in unison with charming Christmas carols to create a dazzling light spectacle you won’t find anywhere else in Tennessee. All of the programming is done by in-house Shadrack Team

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Are you ready for it to snow in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee?  Then, you’re in for a treat at the Titanic Museum’s 2nd Annual Christmas in a Winter Wonderland Event, where visitors will see real, falling snow. Titanic Museum guests will see it snow at the attraction on November 24, 25 and 26 and December 3, 10 and 17, 2011.  The snow is created using special snow equipment to produce real, falling

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Winterfest in the Smoky Mountains shimmers with over five million lights, festive events, beautiful decorations and special Pigeon Forge Christmas shows.  Winterfest takes place November, 2011, through February, 28, 2012. Some special events featured during Pigeon Forge Winterfest include Wilderness Wildlife Week, an outdoor festival featuring educational seminars, photography, and guided

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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee hosts Wilderness Wildlife Week January 7-14, 2012.  This event features eight days of free activities designed to connect Pigeon Forge visitors with the great outdoors. Throughout the week there are more than a dozen seminars, lectures and hands-on workshops.  Visitors will be able to learn from more than 100 experts during these events.  There are also more than 50

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Saddle Up! rides into Pigeon Forge February 23-26, 2012, to celebrate the American West.  The award winning, four day festival includes entertainment, including concerts by cowboy poets and western musicians, as well as cowboy-themed activities such as the Buckeroo Roundup, Chuckwagon Cook-off, Cowboy Dance and Cowboy Church. Entertainers for the 2012 Saddle Up! event include:·         R.W.

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Biltmore Estate is a beautiful place to spend the holidays.   Located just east of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, the estate is aglow with Christmas cheer, decorations and special holiday events. The Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration is scheduled for November 4, 2011-January 1, 2012. America’s largest home is decorated with dozens of Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths, bows and poinsettias

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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee celebrates the holiday season with Pigeon Forge Winterfest, November 8, 2010 through February 26, 2012. The annual winter event features an all-new element this year – the Salute to Veterans Parade.  The Pigeon Forge Salute to Veterans Parade is scheduled for November 8. It will start toward the south end of the city and end at Patriot Park. Following the parade,

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Dollywood presents a Smoky Mountain Christmas, the premiere Christmas Festival in Pigeon Forge, November 5 – December 30, 2011.  With the purchase of Dollywood tickets, you’ll get access to a spectacular event featuring dazzling light displays, exciting live Christmas shows, Santa Workshop and more! The Dollywood Theme Park is decorated with over 4 million lights during Smoky Mountain

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Pigeon Forge Christmas Shows are a great way to celebrate Christmas in the Smoky Mountains.  Many of the shows feature FREE kids tickets as well as savings on Pigeon Forge show tickets for adults.  The spirit of the season and lots of holiday cheer can be found at all of these shows: America’s Hit Parade – Tis The Season: One Child 12 and Under FREE with Paid Adult and Adults Save $10 per

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Pigeon Forge Tennessee is honoring our nation’s veterans with an all-new special event – the Pigeon Forge Salute to Veterans Parade.    The parade will officially launch this year’s Winterfest. The Pigeon Forge Salute to Veterans Parade is scheduled for November 8.  It will start toward the south end of the city and end at Patriot Park. Following the parade, visitors can enjoy patriotic

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Pigeon Forge TN celebrates a Smoky Mountain Christmas in a variety of ways. Vacationers can look forward to the Smoky Mountain Opry presenting Christmas Spectacular at The Opry. The theater has transformed itself, right in time for the holidays. Previously known as The Miracle Theater and home to the Pigeon Forge show The Miracle, the theater is now transitioning into a new phase, one that

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The Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge TN is hosting their 2nd Annual Christmas in a Winter Wonderland event on select days in November and December. Guest who visit the attraction can walk the grand staircase, test the icy waters of the Titanic & explore rare historical artifacts in this half-scale replica of the Titanic. During the special Winter Wonderland event, available on November 25 and 26, and

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Soul of Motown returns to The Grand Majestic Theater, starting October 2, 2011. The new show features legendary hits from the classic era of Motown and will compliment the other show at The Grand Majestic Theater, America’s Hit Parade. Soul of Motown tickets featuring money-saving discounts too. Adult tickets currently feature a $2.50 savings and kids 12 and under are free with paid adult

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