Dolly Parton ushers in a string of new shows at her Dollywood theme park this year. And that includes fireworks, cleverly called “Dolly’s Nights of Many Colors.” This year means extended hours at the popular Pigeon Forge attraction, with the operation open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for six weeks at mid-summer, plus the addition
Officials say that the recent fire that damaged or destroyed over 70 cabins near Pigeon Forge caused over $12 million worth of damage. The March 17th fire which began at the Black Bear Ridge Resort destroyed 53 cabins and damaged 20 others. The 53 cabins that were destroyed were valued at least $11 million. In
Below is a recent interview with Norman & Sarah Ball, the owners of the Blue Mountain Mist Bed & Breakfast. Located on a 60-acre farm in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains it features a beautiful Victorian-style farmhouse and wonderful views of the mountains. To learn more you can visit their site here: http://www.bluemountainmist.com
In a nostalgic trip to yesteryear, the “Enchanted Flower Garden” blooms once again in a spectacular display of color and life. This particular illusion, not seen on an American stage since the 1940s, is part of WonderWorks’ new Wonders of Magic show headlined by internationally-recognized magician, Terry Evanswood. Performing at WonderWorks since 2010, Evanswood will
Tuesday night firefighters were still on the scene of the massive cabin fire in Pigeon Forge more than 48 hours after the flames broke out. The fire at Black Bear Resort is under control. However, crews from Walden’s Creek Volunteer Fire, which oversees the area, were combing the area to make sure there was no
Firefighter departments from several counties and the Tennessee Division of Forestry continue to battle a massive fire in Pigeon Forge overnight. Sevier County Fire Department confirmed that the fire damaged approximately 35 cabins near Black Bear Ridge Resort and Trappers Ridge at this time. >> Read Complete Article
Pigeon Forge, Tn., hosts one of its most popular events this month, one that celebrates the timeless tradition of quilting. A Mountain Quiltfest with annual attendance of more than 20,000 visitors, celebrates its 19th year, March 13-16. Quilters and crafters from across the U.S. gather to enjoy a quilt show and the opportunity to choose from
The Great Smoky Mountains resort city of Pigeon Forge set a record in 2012 for gross receipts – $905,878,531. That was a gain of $75 million. Mayor David Wear announced the total at a meeting of the Pigeon Forge Hospitality Association that serves as the annual “State of the City” address. >> Read Complete Article
Construction of a new $6 million water coaster slated to open in May at Dollywood’s Splash Country is on schedule despite this winter’s record rainfall, park officials said Wednesday. RiverRush, the largest investment made to Splash Country since it opened next to the theme park in 2001, is 95 percent complete and has been set
When you walk into the Titanic Pigeon Forge museum, you know there will be nothing else like it. In January 2013, for several days, the museum will close in order to bring in new exhibits and make the best, better. >> Read Complete Article
