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Updated Openings in the GSMNP
Updated: February 12th, 2021: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park now requires face masks in all federal buildings and federal lands. Areas Now Open! Abrams Creek, Balsam Mountain, Big
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Area Discounts for Homeschoolers and Family
Homeschooling Discounts and Tools for The Family While on Vacation. Your favorite Smoky Mountain attractions offer so many educational tools and opportunities for your family to enjoy. Whether your child
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Tennessee’s Tax Free Weekend
It’s Tax Free in Tennessee! The best time to stock up on back to school items, styling your Fall wardrobe, and experiencing the best deals on electronics is this weekend
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Pigeon Forge Arcades, Mini Golf and Other Small Attractions Now Open
As of July 1st: Businesses in the Great Smoky Mountain region are open. Face masks may be required at specific retailers. We recommend contacting the business directly for any questions
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Give Mom the Best Mother’s Day Gift, a FREE Pigeon Forge Vacation!
Give mom the best Mother’s Day gift of all – a getaway to The Smoky Mountains! Visit our Facebook page to Enter to “WIN” a weekend trip giveaway for mom
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6 Performances to See at Dollywood’s Festival of Nations
Dollywood is the perfect way to spend the day riding thrilling rides, eating southern delicacies, and watching world class performers in their daily shows! One of the most unique aspects
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National Park Sets Visitation Record of 12.5 Million!
New Visitation Record in GSMNP Great Smoky Mountains National Park welcomed a record 12,547,743 visitors in 2019, which is 1,126,540 more visitors than in 2018. The park’s three primary
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Largest Expansion at Anakeesta Opening in 2020!
Observation Tower in The Vista Gardens Anakeesta’s new observation tower will become the tallest point in downtown Gatlinburg. Sitting on the summit of the mountain, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views
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A to Z Things To Do in The Smokies in 2020
A. Anakeesta This family friendly outdoor adventure is full of exciting and fantastical experiences. Stroll along the 16 bridge Tree Canopy Walk 40’–60’ feet above the forest floor, and explore
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Shows Open During Winter Months in Pigeon Forge
The Comedy Barn The Comedy Barn will resume regular season shows beginning January 1st, 2020. This is the most successful and most attended Clean Comedy Theater in the World – twenty-four
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Cades Cove Closed January & February
The Smokies most visited area for wildlife viewing, scenic scares, and motor nature trails will be closed for 2 months in 2020. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will shut down
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12 Things To Do This Winter In The Smokies
30th Annual Winterfest Experience the winter wonderland of lights this holiday season! With more than 5 million lights, Pigeon Forge will be covered with whimsical scenes and decorations. Winterfest will
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