While it has been 63 years since President John F. Kennedy's assassination, people remain intensely interested in him and the conspiracy theories surrounding his death. Alcatraz East Crime Museum is […]
Alcatraz East's 'Burden of Proof: The Case Against James Earl Ray' exhibit explores the life of assassin James Earl Ray, featuring a range of artifacts including his watch and personal items from his prison cell. It will also display handwritten calligraphy from Coretta Scott King, the wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. at the time […]
The Island in Pigeon Forge is thrilled to announce the arrival of Jurassic Adventure, an epic experience 200 million years in the making! This larger-than-life FREE experience will transport guests millions of years back in time to encounter the awe-inspiring giants of prehistoric times including the Jurassic era. Jurassic Adventure will immerse families in a […]
Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers Cades Cove Vehicle-Free Days every Wednesday from May 6 to Sept. 30. These designated days give pedestrians and cyclists an opportunity to experience the 11-mile Cades Cove Loop Road without motor vehicles. Thinks to Know for Vehicle-Free Day: - Vehicle-Free Days are popular and parking is limited. Please park only […]
The Forge Cinemas in Pigeon Forge is bringing back its popular Free Summer Movie Series for Summer 2026! Families and visitors can enjoy FREE select movie showings every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday throughout the summer. Doors open daily at 9:00 AM, with movies beginning at 10:00 AM. Two family-friendly movies will play each day in […]
A modern American tragedy. A Lowcountry dynasty. A story that gripped the nation. When Mandy Matney released the first episode of her investigative podcast, The Murdaugh Murders, she began to unravel a carefully crafted web of suspicious circumstances and crimes that exposed the darkest secrets of the powerful Murdaugh family. Matney explored not only the […]
Bring your friends and family to Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration, a popular Pigeon Forge Event in the summertime! Ride rollercoasters all day until 10 pm, see fun, family-friendly shows, play in "gazillions" of bubbles, learn about music & create lasting memories.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, where nearly 4,000 American flags are displayed in front of the Titanic Ship in honor of July 4.
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Pigeon Forge Patriot Festival in Patriot Park, a special two-day event featuring live music by Craig Morgan and Carly Pearce, family fun, and a spectacular fireworks show.
The nation is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Alcatraz East Crime Museum is honoring America’s Semiquincentennial by putting the role law enforcement has played throughout history in the spotlight. Law enforcement has played a significant part in keeping order and freedom alive in the country, which will be […]
The Applause Talent National Dance Competition takes place this July at the LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge.
ARISE YOUTH CONFERENCE, a ministry of CT Townsend Evangelistic Ministries, will emerge on the Great Smoky Mountains to enjoy the Best. Week. EVER! On July 20-23, 2026, thousands of teens and young adults from across America will gather at the LeConte Event Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, for four unforgettable days of powerful worship, bold […]
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