Attractions & Events
Best Arcade 2018 Winner:
Arcade City
Shoot, y'all, this is really fun! Shoot some hoops, take down a few bad guys, master the claw and cross the finish line first - there are en... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Ripley's Super Fun Zone
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Best Dinner Theater 2018 Winner:
Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show
For over 12 years The Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee has been entertaining Pigeon Forge with its... [Business Info]
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Best Escape Room 2018 Winner:
The Escape Game
Can you escape? Here's how it works: You and your team will work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately complete a mission. E... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
The Tomb
3rd Place:
The Captured
Best Go Karts 2018 Winner:
The Track
The Track Family Fun Park in Pigeon Forge, TN features fun for the whole family with multiple go-kart tracks, blaster boats, Kids Country ri... [Business Info]
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NASCAR Speedpark
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Best Hike 2018 Winner:
Cades Cove
Over 2 million visitors annually come to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cades Cove and its many historic structures. Popular activities here inc...
2nd Place:
Laurel Falls
3rd Place:
Clingman's Dome


Best Horseback Riding 2018 Winner:
Smoky Mountain Riding Stables
A good horse beneath you. A blue sky above. Just the creaking of saddle leather and the smell of fresh air. That's the beauty of a visit to...
2nd Place:
Jayell Ranch
3rd Place:
Walden's Creek Riding Stables
Best Mini Golf 2018 Winner:
Crave Golf Club
Craving a fun time? Not only is Crave Golf Club one of the top things to do in Pigeon Forge, it is also rated as the #1 mini golf in the USA... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Old MacDonald's Farm
3rd Place:
Hillbilly Golf
Best Museum 2018 Winner:
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
At Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, marvel at every creature of the ocean without getting wet! From playful penguins to fierce-looking shar... [Business Info]
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Best Overall Attraction 2018 Winner:
Dollywood
If you're planning a trip to Pigeon Forge, TN, then you have to consider visiting Dollywood while you're in town! This must-visit Pigeon For...
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Outdoor Adventures


Best Rafting 2018 Winner:
Rafting in the Smokies
One day here makes a lifetime of memories! Whether high in the treetops or down in the rapids, get ready for action-packed outdoor adventure...
2nd Place:
Rip Roaring Whitewater Adventures
3rd Place:
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Best Show 2018 Winner:
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud
It's Feudin' Feastin' Family Fun at The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud! Become part of the longest running feud in history and help the Hatfie... [Business Info]
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Best Zipline 2018 Winner:
Foxfire Adventure Park
Soar from mountain top to mountain top with professionally certified guides. Fly like a bird through the magical forest and walk on the long... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Smoky Mountain Ziplines & Canopy Tours
3rd Place:
Climbworks
Dining & Drinks


Best Bar 2018 Winner:
Smoky Mountain Brewery
Smoky Mountain Brewery is the oldest craft brewery in East Tennessee. No single element impacts the success of a menu more than high-quality...
2nd Place:
Margaritaville
3rd Place:
The Local Goat
Best Barbecue 2018 Winner:
Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouthwatering. Located in the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce Jo... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Corky's
3rd Place:
Calhoun's


Best Breakfast 2018 Winner:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We're known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we've gai...
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Log Cabin Pancake House
Best Kid Friendly Dining 2018 Winner:
Big Daddy’s Pizzeria
Gourmet Ingredients. Wood fired. Hand-Crafted Dough. World Class Pizza + arcade in Pigeon Forge. A 550 degree wood fired oven, handcrafted d... [Business Info]
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Chick-Fil-A


Best Moonshine 2018 Winner:
Ole Smoky Moonshine
We're Appalachian born and bred. The Ole Smoky families are among the first to step foot in the Smoky Mountains. Like other families, we hav...
2nd Place:
Sugarlands Distillery
3rd Place:
Tennessee XXX


Best Pancakes 2018 Winner:
Pancake Pantry
Take one look at the line that wraps around the building each morning and you'll get an idea of how integral the Pancake Pantry is to the cu...
2nd Place:
Log Cabin Pancake House
3rd Place:
Flapjacks
Best Ribs 2018 Winner:
Bennett’s Pit Bar-B-Que
Our pit master smokes ribs, chicken, sausage, beef and pork to make it mouthwatering. Located in the heart of Pigeon Forge. This is Bruce Jo... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Calhoun's
3rd Place:
Corky's


Best Southern Cooking 2018 Winner:
The Old Mill
Get a taste of true Southern hospitality at The Old Mill Restaurant. We're known for our old-fashioned, classic Southern food; and we've gai...
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Paula Deen's Family Kitchen
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Best Steak 2018 Winner:
Alamo Steakhouse & Saloon
Our hand cut steaks are cooked over an oak fire, making our steaks voted "Best Steak" year after year! A great location brings you fantastic... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Texas Roadhouse
3rd Place:
The Peddler Steakhouse
Best Winery 2018 Winner:
The Apple Barn
Located on the banks of the Little Pigeon River in the Apple Barn Village, the Apple Barn Winery is surrounded by the world-famous Apple Bar...
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Lodging
Best Cabin Rentals 2018 Winner:
Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals
Aunt Bug's Cabin Rentals is the recognized leader in prestigious luxury cabin rentals in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & The Smoky Mountains. Wh... [Business Info]
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Natural Retreats Great Smoky Mountains
Best Campground 2018 Winner:
Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Holiday
The Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Holiday is a popular campground located on Veterans Boulevard in Pigeon Forge, TN. Open year-round, the camp... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Clabough's Campground
3rd Place:
Pigeon River Campground
Best Condos 2018 Winner:
RiverStone Resort and Spa
Experience the ultimate vacation at RiverStone Resort and Spa, located just two miles from Dollywood and a short drive from the breathtaking... [Business Info]
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Whispering Pines
Best Hotel 2018 Winner:
Margaritaville Island Hotel
Enjoy Pigeon Forge's best hotel location right on The Island! Ride the elevator down to shops, dining and entertainment. Relax at the spa, c... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
The Inn At Christmas Place
3rd Place:
Dollywood DreamMore
Best Pet Friendly Lodging 2018 Winner:
Cabins for YOU
Your Smoky Mountain cabin getaway awaits! Discover Smoky Mountain cabins with Cabins For You – designed for every vacation: Romantic retre... [Business Info]
2nd Place:
Pioneer Vacation Rentals
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