What’s New In Pigeon Forge for 2023

Colorful characters and top talent. Kick back and let Pigeon Forge entertain you! Here’s just a sample of some of the things that are NEW in Pigeon Forge attractions in 2023 you’ll find along the Pigeon Forge Parkway and beyond! Pigeon Forge has vibrant energy amid an illuminated landscape. It is a top destination for families because it is jam packed with things that children and teens enjoy. Discover a huge selection of family shows featuring world-class talent recruited from all over the world. Thrills and shows are eye-popping and fun for every age group. Pigeon Forge is a bright and energetic zone nestled at the base of the beautiful Smoky Mountains.

Open Oct 12, 2023

Campgrounds

Gatlinburg Creekside RV Resort

1640 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN

A new RV resort and campground in Gatlinburg opens in October.

Coming Soon

Attractions, Mini Golf

Sky Pirates Of Mermaid Bay

2420 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

The Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay is an epic miniature golf adventure that will take you through a world under the sea. Prepare for the most immersive mini golf experience the world has ever seen!

Now Open

Coffee

Bloom & Berry Coffee House

1360 E Parkway #4, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Bloom & Berry Coffee House is now open in Gatlinburg.

Now Open

Shopping

Sunnyland Farms Retail Location

2655 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Albany, Georgia's Sunnyland Farms has opened their very first retail location at The Mountain Mile where they sell their assortment of pecans, nuts, chocolate, dried fruits, candies and gifts.

Sunnyland Farms
Coming Soon
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Attractions, Go Karts, Mini Golf

Space Race Adventures

Pigeon Forge, TN

A new mini golf course and go kart attraction is coming to Pigeon Forge.

Now Open

Attractions

Smoky Mountain Salt Room

826 Middle Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN

Smoky Mountain Salt Room offers halotherapy at their location in Sevierville.

Coming 2024
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Attractions, Shopping

The Crayola Experience

2046 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN

The Crayola Experience is slated to open in Pigeon Forge fall 2024. The 30,000 square foot indoor entertainment center will have the world's largest selection of Crayola products, more than 20 hands-on attractions, and lots of unique and creative experiences for families. The attraction will share a location with NERF Action-Xperience in the old Smoky Mountain Opry building.

Coming 2024
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Attractions, Shopping

NERF Action-Xperience

2046 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN

Hasbro has announced a new attraction on the Pigeon Forge parkway. NERF Action-Xperience will feature more than 25,000 square feet of sports challenges, battle zones, an obstacle course, food and beverage area, and a retail store. The attraction will share a location with The Crayola Experience in the old Smoky Mountain Opry building.

Now Open

Shopping

Gilley’s Western

2655 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN

Gilley's is a western, work and outdoor store that has opened a location at The Mountain Mile.

Now Open
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Restaurants

Azul Cantina

2655 Teaster Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Azul Cantina is Pigeon Forge's first high-end Mexican cantina and grill located at The Mountain Mile Tower & Shops. The restaurant's chefs are passionate for innovative cuisine with flavorful proteins grilled to perfection Argentinian-Gaucho style. They serve up the classics like fajitas and delicious margaritas, as well as Hamburgeusa and queso grits.

Azul Cantina
Slated for Early 2025

Attractions, Water Parks

Braxton Beaver’s Shipwreck Bay

204 Sharon Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort has announced the addition of a new 16,000 square foot indoor waterpark called Braxton Beaver's Shipwreck Bay. Read more about the expansion in their press release.

Country Cascades
Coming Soon

Pizza, Restaurants

Solorzano’s Pizzeria: Gatlinburg & Sevierville

1235 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

The Pigeon Forge restaurant Solorzano's Pizzeria is opening two new locations in Gatlinburg and Sevierville. The Gatlinburg location will be in the building formerly known as the Taste Of Italy restaurant. The new Sevierville location is still in the works.

Now Open

Mini Golf

Jurassic Tymes Mini Golf

1341 Wears Valley Road, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

There is a new dinosaur-themed 36 hole mini golf course at The Coaster At Goats On The Roof.

Coming Soon

Attractions, Workshops

Painting Around

170 Glades Road, Suite 32, Gatlinburg, TN

Painting Around is a mobile arts and crafts experience that sets up shop at events for as low as $5 a craft.

Now Open

Ice Cream, Sweets

Peaceful Side Social Creamery

7967 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882

Peaceful Side Creamery offers a variety of unique ice cream flavors made with high-quality and locally sourced ingredients.

Now Open

Bars & Breweries, Restaurants

Jason Aldean’s Kitchen & Rooftop Bar

644 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN

Jason Aldean's Kitchen & Rooftop Bar has opened on the Gatlinburg parkway next to Ben & Jerry's. The restaurant features live music with a specific focus on the latest country trends from both local and national artists. Their menu includes burgers, hot chicken, and weekend specials on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Coming Soon

Hotels

The Wayback

2760 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN

The Wayback, located across from The Island, is a boutique hotel offering a retro paradise in a quirky mountain town. The hotel includes an on-site bar and restaurant called Paloma, a taco truck, a poolside bar, and more.

Coming Soon

Drinks, Ice Cream, Sweets

Red’s Soda Fountain & Ice Cream

Sevierville, TN

Red's Soda Fountain & Ice Cream is a 1940's style soda shop coming to downtown Sevierville.

Coming Soon

Restaurants

Cook Out

3984 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN

Cook Out is coming to the Pigeon Forge parkway.

Now Open

Shopping

Buc-ee’s

170 Buc-ee's Blvd, Kodak, TN 37764

The beloved beaver-themed Buc-ee's Family Travel Center is now open in Kodak. The new Sevier County, Tennessee location is more than 74,000 square feet and located off Interstate 40 at exit 407.

Now Open

Shows & Theaters

Illusionation Magic Show

2135 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Mountain Of Entertainment Theater's newest show ILLUSIONATION! The Magic of Jason Hudy is a sensational, family-friendly show that will leave you and your loved ones absolutely spellbound.

Now Open

Campgrounds, Luxury Camping

Outer Haven Campground

Cosby, TN

A new luxury campground has opened near the national park entrance in Cosby.

Now Open

Pizza, Restaurants

Piccolo’s Pizza

2509 Newport Hwy Suite 1, Sevierville, TN 37876

Piccolo's Pizza is a new restaurant in Sevierville. They offer pizza, calzones, pasta, wings and more from Monday through Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm.

Now Open

Restaurants

Sun Diner

644 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Nashville's Sun Diner has opened a new location in Gatlinburg. The restaurant's focus is on southern hospitality, delicious gourmet cuisine, and coffee served day and night. The Gatlinburg location offers breakfast and brunch, classic southern plates, and sandwiches and wraps.

Now Open

Shopping

Cavender’s Boot City

1970 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37876

Cavender's Boot City is opening a new location in Sevierville.

Coming Soon

Sweets

Crumbl

2655 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Crumbl Cookies is coming to The Mountain Mile.

Now Open

Restaurants

The Corner Diner

3060 Teaster Lane, Pigeon Forge

The Corner Diner offers steamed sandwiches, smash burgers, and breakfast all day.

Now Open

Bars & Breweries

Tennessee Stud Cider Co.

The Island, Pigeon Forge, TN

Yee-Haw Brewing's Tennessee Stud Cider Co. is now open at The Island in Pigeon Forge.

Now Open

Shopping

Michelle Boutique

3152 Parkway #3, Pigeon Forge, TN

Michelle Boutique offers affordable clothing, shoes and accessories for women.

Now Open
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Attractions

Big Bear Mountain at Dollywood

Dollywood

Big Bear Mountain is the biggest and longest roller coaster at Dollywood. It's said to have more than 20 "butterfly moments" - the most of any family coaster in the country.

Coming Soon

Drinks

The Fox & The Apple

Foxfire Adventure Park

A new cider company is coming to Foxfire Adventure Park.

Breaking Ground 2023

Attractions

Flyaway Indoor Skydiving: New Facility

Pigeon Forge, TN

The longest-running wind tunnel operation in the world is getting a brand new 50,000+ square foot facility on Teaster Lane. Flyaway Indoor Skydiving's new location will offer two separate wind tunnels, onsite lodging for camps and courses, a gym and recovery center, and so much more.

Now Open

Barbecue, Restaurants

Archer’s BBQ

1830 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN

Knoxville's favorite barbecue joint has a brand new location in Sevierville. Stop by Archer's BBQ located conveniently on the right side of the parkway just 1.2 miles past Smoky Mountain Knife Works.

Coming Soon

Attractions, Shows & Theaters

The 407: Gateway to Adventure

Sevierville, TN

A massive new entertainment complex with shopping, dining, lodging, and attractions is coming to Exit 407.

More Info
Coming Soon

Hotels

The Scoundrel

Gatlinburg, TN

A new hotel is coming to Gatlinburg across from the convention center. It will include 130 upscale rooms, a rooftop bar and restaurant, and both indoor and outdoor conference space.

Now Open

Attractions

We Rock The Spectrum

524 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN

We Rock The Spectrum provides children with a fun and motivational environment to help them in the areas of strength, movement, sensory processing, communication, positive behavior modification, social interactions, and self-care skills.

Now Open
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Attractions

Legacy Lookout at SkyLand Ranch

1620 Parkway Sevierville, TN

The newest addition to SkyLand Ranch puts you 350 feet above the parkway for 360 degree views of the surrounding Smoky Mountains.

SkyLand Ranch
Now Open

Beer, Restaurants

Red Jasper Beer Garden

2135 Wears Valley Rd, Sevierville, TN

Stop by Red Jasper Beer Garden near the cascades on Wears Valley Road to enjoy a wide selection of beers, food trucks, and waterfall views.

Coming Soon

Attractions

Eagle Mountain Sanctuary Expansion

Kodak, TN

Eagle Mountain Sanctuary is home to the country's largest presentation of non-releasable bald eagles. The 30,000 square foot aviary is a product of the American Eagle Foundation's partnership with Dollywood in 1990. The foundation is now building new enclosures for even more birds of prey over 55 acres of land.

Open April 7, 2023
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Shows & Theaters

Mountain Of Entertainment Presents: Array

2135 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

A new high energy variety show is coming to the Pigeon Forge parkway. Array features world-class singers, incredible aerialists, specialty acts, and hilarious comedy.

Array Variety Show
Now Open
More Info

Pizza, Restaurants

Pizza Rio Wine + Bar

140 Showplace Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Pizza Rio offers a modern and cozy atmosphere with a Brazilian style of serving. The unique restaurant works with fresh ingredients, hand crafted cocktails, and a signature wine list.

Pizza Rio Wine + Bar
Now Open
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Attractions, Museums

Museum Honors 135 Children Aboard the TITANIC

2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

This year, the TITANIC Museum Attraction honors the 135 children aboard the RMS Titanic with new displays, artifacts and stories aimed at shining a light on their legacies.

TITANIC Museum Attraction
Now Open

Attractions

Speedwerkz Exotic Car Experience

467 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Speedwerkz is home to a collection of exotic cars, a racing simulator, and more.

Now Open

Attractions, Laser Tag

Sevier Warfare

266 Collier Dr, Sevierville, TN

Sevier Air has a new laser tag arena for up to 26 players.

Now Open

Coffee, Restaurants

Dutch Bros Coffee

197 Forks of the River Parkway, Sevierville, TN

Dutch Bros Coffee has opened a new location in Sevierville. The company started in 1992 in Grants Pass, Oregon and now has more than 700 stores open nationwide.

Coming Fall 2023

Restaurants

Roma Table

1503 Parkway, Sevierville, TN

Collier Family Restaurants is bringing a new Italian restaurant to Sevierville this fall.

Coming Oct 2023

Attractions

Xperia Ocean Journey

Tanger Outlets, Sevierville, TN

Sevierville is getting a revolutionary new way to experience the wonders of the ocean via an immersive digital cinematic voyage.

Coming Soon

Lodging

The Forgotten Forest

Sevierville, TN

Fantasy meets reality in this new rental/residential community in the foothills of Sevier County.

Now Open
More Info

Attractions, Museums

Mountain Wildlife Museum

2530 Parkway Suite 4, Pigeon Forge TN

Explore Smoky Mountain wildlife at Pigeon Forge's newest museum attraction. This premiere taxidermy museum provides a memorable indoor wildlife experience for all ages.

Mountain Wildlife Museum
Now Open

Drinks

Tiger Mom Boba Bar

750 Winfield Dunn Parkway Suite 140, Sevierville, TN

Tiger Mom Boba Bar is a brand new boba tea shop in Sevierville next to Publix and Five Below. They specialize in boba tea, lollipop waffles, build-your-own drinks, and signature desert drinks.

Coming Soon

Water Parks

Wilderness At The Smokies Expansion

1424 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville, TN 37876

Wilderness At The Smokies has announced an expansion for the water park's 15th anniversary in 2023. The 40,000 square foot expansion will include a 3-story water coaster, a new lazy river, a rooftop pool and bar and grill.

Coming Soon

Bars & Breweries

Firelight Rooftop

929 Parkway Gatlinburg, TN 37738

A new rooftop bar from the Ephant Group is coming to Gatlinburg.

Coming Soon

Cabin Rentals

The Lodges at Reedmont

Sevierville, TN

A new cabin community is coming to Sevierville, just blocks away from the convention center. Construction begins in January 2023.

Now Open
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Attractions, Restaurants

The Pines

230 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862

The historic Pines Theater, established in 1944, has reopened with a modern twist on its own entertainment roots and reopening in late 2022. The Pines is a downtown entertainment venue with duckpin bowling, games, a bar and a full service restaurant.

The Pines
Now Open

Beer, Restaurants

Pinchy’s Lobster & Beer Co.

212 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862

Crustacean Nation! Pinchy's Lobster & Beer Garden is a lobster and raw bar that opened in downtown Sevierville in fall of 2022. They offer New England-style seafood and southern hospitality. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the beer garden, where outdoor seating and heated fire pits are available year round.

Pinchy’s Lobster Company
In Progress
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Attractions

Anakeesta Expansion

576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN

Anakeesta has begun an expansion that will double the park's size. The first phase, Astra Lumina, is now open. The expansion will continue through 2024 and will include a European-themed village, a birdhouse-inspired play zone, an interactive waterfall & cave system, a French-inspired bakery, and much more.

Anakeesta
Now Open

Barbecue, Restaurants

The Hippie BBQ & Grill

611 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862

This new Sevierville BBQ restaurant is a 1970s themed, family-oriented sports bar specializing in BBQ, burgers and wings.

Now Open

Vehicle Rentals

Pigeon Forge eBike Rentals

2850 Parkway #17, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Cruise the streets of Pigeon Forge with an eBike rental. Stop by their location at the Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall.

Now Open

Tennessee Stud Cider

716 Parkway, Suite 1, Gatlinburg, TN

Tennessee Stud hard cider is the most recent expression of creativity from Yee-Haw Brewing. Apple juice is artfully transformed to a delicious, robust cider base that is carefully blended with real fruit purees to achieve that just right balance.

Now Open
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Attractions

SkyLand Ranch

1620 Parkway Sevierville, TN 37862

SkyLand Ranch combines all your favorite things about the Smoky Mountains into one exciting entertainment venue. Visitors can enjoy rides, shops, treats, live entertainment and more at SkyLand Ranch.

SkyLand RanchMore Info
Coming Soon

Hotels

The Davis Hotel Sevierville

212 Court Avenue, Sevierville, TN

The former Rawlings funeral home is being restored back into a unique 6 bedroom boutique hotel that was open in the early 1900s. The hotel is currently projected to open in early 2023.

Now Open

Shows & Theaters

Memories Theatre

2141 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN

Memories Theatre features some of the world's greatest celebrity impersonators playing tribute to legends of yesterday and today.

Now Open

Bars & Breweries, Beer

The Neighborhood Beer House

1436 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN

A family-friendly, dog-friendly, neighborhood beer garden providing local craft beer, food, and a good time.

Coming Soon

Bars & Breweries

1919 Society

101 E Main St. Sevierville, TN 37862

Prohibition style speakeasy inside an old two story bank vault in historic downtown Sevierville.

Now Open

Bars & Breweries, Beer

Iron Forge Brewing Company

371 Lonesome Valley Road Sevierville, TN 37862

Iron Forge Brewing Company is a brewery and tap room set to open January of 2023 in Sevierville, Tennessee.

Now Open

Restaurants

Brassa 51 Peruvian Cuisine

1304 Parkway, Suite 101, Sevierville, TN

Brassa 51 prepares high quality ingredients based on traditional recipes with a fresh twist. The culinary experts at Brassa challenge themselves daily to use the highest quality ingredients with a fresh interpretation on traditional recipes.

Now Open

Distilleries

Company Distilling

8351 TN-73, Townsend, TN

Company Distilling is set along the Little River in Townsend, TN with a greenway running along the front of the 13.5-acre property. The tasting room offers access to cycling, running and nearby mountain biking and hiking trails.

Coming Summer 2023

Attractions

Dig’n Zone Theme Park

1707 Veterans Blvd, Sevierville, TN

All ages will have a blast operating real construction equipment at Dig'n Zone, whose goal is to provide a great entertainment value for families in a safe and fun environment.

Coming Soon

Attractions, Resorts & Spas

B.E.A.R. Village Resorts

Pigeon Forge, TN

B.E.A.R Village will be situated on more 49 acres offering 60k+ square feet of adventure. It will include a condo development, timeshare units, a resort hotel, an indoor water park, an aquarium, a family entertainment center, and more.

Now Open

Barbecue, Restaurants

Trotter’s Whole Hog BBQ

127 Bruce St., Sevierville, TN 37862

Trotter’s Whole Hog BBQ is now open in historic downtown Sevierville. The casual, inviting atmosphere has 20 beers on tap, indoor and outdoor seating, and live music. The new restaurant was created to define East Tennessee in the world of whole hog barbecue and to establish roots for this cooking style.

Trotter’s Whole Hog BBQ
Now Open

Lodging

Sanctuary Treehouse Resort

Sevierville, TN

The Sanctuary Treehouse Resort will be the first of its’ kind in East Tennessee, offering a unique, interactive lodging experience while providing views of the Smoky Mountains and the two 18-hole golf courses nearby. It will offer all the amenities of modern resorts in treehouse-style accommodations for small groups. A short distance from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the new resort will be anchored on 40 acres.

Coming Soon

Hotels

Allegory Hotel

Gatlinburg

A new high-end hotel is coming right across from the Gatlinburg Convention Center. This new hotel will be center point of Gatlinburg and is expected to open sometime in 2023.

Coming Soon

Hotels

Delta Hotel by Marriott

Gatlinburg, TN

Interior design, branding and procurement firm Interior Image Group (IIG) will lead the design and procurement for the new Delta Hotels by Marriott Gatlinburg in Gatlinburg, TN. Located on a steep grade alongside the Cliff Branch River and overlooking Mt. LeConte, the hotel will offer stunning views of the Great Smoky Mountains as a year-round destination for guests.

Coming Soon

Hotels

Cambria Hotel Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg, TN

The 140 room Cambria Hotel will feature a rooftop bar and restaurant.

More Info
Coming Soon

Hotels, Resorts & Spas

HeartSong Lodge & Resort

Pigeon Forge, TN

Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort will open in 2023 and feature 302 rooms. Lodging options will include family suites, bunk rooms, themed suites and loft rooms.

Coming Soon

Hotels

DreamCatcher Hotel

Pigeon Forge, TN

The DreamCatcher Hotel will open in 2023 adjacent to the Tower Shops in Pigeon Forge. The high-end, AAA-rated Four Diamond hotel will have 12,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, a rooftop restaurant and lounge and 200 guest rooms.

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