Attractions

The Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group in Pigeon Forge, one of the largest theater production companies in the southeast, is holding Area Appreciation Days now through May 19, 2016 to invite residents who live and work in Sevier and neighboring counties to attend any Fee/Hedrick shows in Pigeon Forge for a special appreciation rate. “We appreciate the people of Sevier County ...

Residents and those who work locally can see any of the Ripley’s attractions in Sevier County for just $5 during Local Discount Days. Everyone who lives or works in Blount, Cocke, Jefferson, Knox or Sevier County may take advantage of this local discount and enjoy any of the Ripley’s Tennessee attractions for just $5 plus tax per person/per visit from ...

Kids and adults alike can jump for joy, bounce, flip and a number of other activities at the new TopJump attraction in Pigeon Forge. The first of its kind in Sevier County, the 34,000 square foot TopJump Trampoline Park has all the traditional trampoline park activities such as dodge ball, basketball, ninja course, gladiator pit and an airbag. It also ...

Celebrating its 20th spectacular season, Country Tonite rises to new heights in 2016 with a show opening on March 24th that showcases new elements and changes along with fan favorites from past seasons. This year’s show yet again promises the unique entertainment experience and award winning identity that sets Country Tonite apart. Where faith, family, and freedom are themes that ...

Dollywood has announced Lightning Rod, its newest coaster, will not be completed in time for the theme park’s opening this week. When Dollywood in Pigeon Forge opens its doors to crowds for the 2016 season on March 19, visitors will no doubt be disappointed that they will not have the opportunity to experience Lightning Rod, both the world’s fastest wood ...

A man died on Saturday after being hit by an off road vehicle at the Kodak Off Road Park. The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the death of 52-year-old Jackie Taylor of Kodak on Feb. 27, 2016 at the Kodak Off Road Park on Fortenberry Road. Witnesses told responding officers that Taylor, a spectator at the attraction, ...

While we cannot see the changes going on inside Dolly Parton’s Lumberjack Adventure Dinner & Show, progress outside is dramatic with the demolition of the old Regency Inn in front of the attraction. Construction crews removed the Regency Inn in Pigeon Forge this week to increase visibility from the Parkway and expand parking for Lumberjack Adventure. Dolly Parton announced the ...

As anticipation mounts for the opening of Dollywood’s Lightning Rod, fans now have one more way to satisfy their appetite for the world’s fastest wood coaster—a new Lightning Rod-themed ice cream flavor, thanks to Mayfield. The packaging for Mayfield’s newest flavor, Smoky Mountain Fudge, features colorful artwork of Lightning Rod launching riders to a world-record 73 mph top speed. The ...

The Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show in Pigeon Forge is taking the plunge and undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation. After several years of success with The Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show theater co-owners David Fee and Jim Hedrick are announcing their plans to add a high diving water element to the show as well as new cast members and trained ...

Construction is progressing on schedule for the spring opening of Dollywood’s Lightning Rod, the fastest wooden roller coaster in the world. Spanning the hills and valleys surrounding Dollywood, mostly hidden from view inside the park, a very unique and exciting roller coaster is being built. Lightning Rod is the park’s new record-breaking coaster. “It is the first launched wooden coaster ...