Pigeon Forge, TN has arguably become the place to shop (mostly outlet shopping malls) in the southeast over the past couple of decades. Numerous local craft shops lured visitors in years ago and provided unique Appalachian gifts that were nearly impossible to find anywhere else. As years passed, more and more stores began popping up and Pigeon Forge saw its first large outlet mall in what the locals called the “Red Roof Mall”. Years later the Belz Factory Outlet Mall opened up on the north end of Pigeon Forge with a couple of outdoor strip malls flanking it on the sides and in the front. While the Red Roof Mall and Belz Factory Outlets are currently the anchors of Pigeon Forge outlet malls, there are quite a few smaller strips of stores that carry unique items. Across the parkway from the Belz mall is Walden’s Landing, which also has a miniature golf course for Dad and the kids while Mom goes shopping!

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If outlet shopping in Pigeon Forge is your thing, especially Black Friday shopping, I would highly suggest sliding over to Tanger Five Oaks Mall in Sevierville (about 1/4 mile from the Pigeon Forge City limit). While not “technically” in Pigeon Forge, Tanger Five Oaks offers the highest quality shopping and tons of stores. Some of the stores you’ll find at Tanger Five Oaks are:

• Coach
• Old Navy
• Gap
• Banana Republic
• Tommy Hilfiger
• Carter’s
• Children’s Place
• Polo Ralph Lauren
• J. Crew
• Strasburg Children
• Nautica
• Under Armour
• Bath & Body Works
• Disney
• Kirkland’s
• Nike
• many many many more

There are also numerous restaurants, cafes, and even a Starbucks to quench your appetite. You could literally spend all day here…and many do!

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If you decide to go shopping at Five Oaks Mall in Sevierville, TN then I highly suggest reading the following tips. I’ve shopped, eaten, and even worked in that shopping center and I can’t stress enough how much the following tips will help you enjoy your time.

• GO EARLY – Okay, this is probably a no-brainer, but if you’re going on a weekend then you better plan on arriving before the mall opens (9am on Saturdays and 10am on Sundays). The parking lots fill up quickly and it soon turns into a game of musical chairs trying to find someone leaving. The best area to be in (if you plan on hitting most of the stores) is around The Chop House. This way you can shop at the store in the front of your mall and drop of your bags as you make your way to the back of the mall.
• Have a Backup Parking Plan – If you don’t arrive early, and can’t find a parking spot, drive straight to the back and go down the small road between Tommy Hilfiger and Banana Republic. This circles back behind Old Navy and pops out right beside the Disney outlet. Behind Old Navy is a parking garage and a field for overflow parking.
• Shopping Coupons and Discounts – As soon as you get out of your car, head over to one of the mall offices to grab a coupon book. This will potentially save you a ton of money. Be sure to also visit their coupon page for the best coupons and discounts for their stores:
  http://www.tangeroutlet.com/center/SEV/coupons/by_brand
• Have a Plan – Don’t just wander around aimlessly. Know what stores are available before you go by visiting The Five Oaks Directory to see the full list of stores and even download a printable map with store locations and phone numbers!
• Dress Smart – I’ve seen too many people complain about their feet or that they’re hot or cold. This is an outdoor strip mall that requires a lot of walking. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. It could be hot, cold, wet, or dry…be prepared! You’ll enjoy shopping much more when your “dogs aren’t barking” (That’s southern for “my feet hurt!”)
• Fun for the Spouse and Kids – If your husband and children need something to do then they will love the Ripley’s Old McDonald Miniature Golf & Arcade! The NASCAR Speedpark is also within walking distance and provides enough fun for the entire day…you’ll probably be ready to go before they will be!
• Ask About Return Policies – Some outlet store purchases cannot be returned to their “normal” stores you may find in another town. Be sure to ask where you are allowed to return or exchange your purchases.
• The Tanger Guarantee – Any purchase made at Five Oaks is apparently guaranteed in price for 30 days after your purchase. If you find it advertised cheaper somewhere else, then bring the advertisement in with your receipt to the mall office and they will refund you the difference!

If you follow just one of those tips, you’ll have a better time than most. There are lots of bargains and a lot of stores…don’t get overwhelmed and pack a TON of patience. The parking, lines, and waits to eat can be a pain at times…but such is the price apparently for a sweet pair of shoes! Oh, and my personal vote for lunch and dinner would be The Chop House located right in the middle of the mall. Their soup & salad for lunch is hard to beat in taste & price!

Map to Five Oaks Mall in Sevierville, TN

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Address:
1645 Parkway, Suite 960
Sevierville, TN 37863
Phone: (865) 453-1053
Fax: (865) 429-8626

Regular Hours:
Monday – Saturday
9:00am – 9:00pm
Sunday
10:00am – 7:00pm

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Tanger Five Oaks Factory Outlet Center is replacing its annual After Thanksgiving Magic of Midnight Sale with a Moonlight Madness sale that begins at 10pm Thanksgiving night. That’s right, all the stores at Tanger Five Oaks will offer Black Friday specials starting at 10pm Thursday, November 24 until 10pm on Friday with sales and specials running through the weekend.

As an added bonus, beginning at 10pm on Thursday, Nov. 24, the first 250 people to visit the Customer Information Center at Tanger Five Oaks Outlet Center will receive a $10 gift card compliments of Chase Freedom and another drawing will occur around 2 am.www.tangeroutlet.com/sevierville

Another popular shopping destination is Smoky Mountain Knife Works. They will open its doors at 7am on Friday morning, with great deals on knives, kitchen accessories and bakeware. Their Black Friday sale runs Nov. 25 through Dec. 12. www.eknifeworks.com

Bass Pro Outdoor World’s five hour sale, from 6-11am on Friday morning, will also offer lots of great specials. www.basspro.com

Belz Outlets of Pigeon Forge will be having a Midnight Madness sale to kick off holiday shopping. Stores will open at 12:01 am. Friday. Other events include the “Gift With Purchase , Friday through Sunday. Receive a $20 gift card when you spend $250, Nov. 25, from 12am until 6am. Receive a $20 gift card when you spend $350 or more Nov. 25 through Nov. 27. You must be 18 or older, present your receipts to the mall management, and have a valid email address. The gift cards will be given while supplies last.

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is conveniently located just off Interstate 40 Exit 407 in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Within a day’s drive of over half the nation’s population, Pigeon Forge is annually visited by millions of people who enjoy the shopping, attractions, restaurants and shows this quaint town has to offer.

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Pigeon Forge’s Hottest Shopping Destinations Are Offering Thanksgiving and After Thanksgiving Day Sales This Year!

The Ten Thousand Villages store, to be located in Belz Outlets at 2654 Teaster Lane, will open officially on August 6.

The news comes just months after Knoxville’s Ten Thousand Villages store closed its doors on Market Square.

The store sells a variety of handmade jewelry, home decor, art and other items from artists based out of Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.

“This is a great opportunity to expand the mission of Ten Thousand Villages,” Craig Schloneger, Ten Thousand Villages U.S. CEO, said in a release. “We look forward to working with Belz Outlets to spread the mission of fair trade throughout East Tennessee.”

Customers that stop in during the store’s grand opening celebration will receive a free handmade paper mini-journal while supplies last.

Everyone who joins the store’s mailing or email list will be entered in a drawing to win a $50 gift card.

Ten Thousand Villages was founded in 1946 and has grown from the trunk of founder Edna Ruth Byler’s car to a network of more than 150 retail outlets throughout the United States selling Ten Thousand Villages products. The company encourages artisan partners to use environmentally friendly processes, sustainable natural resources and recycled materials to ensure each product offered has been crafted responsibly. Ten Thousand Villages is a nonprofit program of Mennonite Central Committee.

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• Nike
• J.Crew
• Old Navy
• Gap
• Banana Republic
• Carter’s
• Children’s Place
• Polo Ralph Lauren
• Strasburg Children
• Hartstrings
• Bath & Body Works
• Disney
• Adidas
• and so much more!

There are numerous items that you can purchase and not have to pay taxes on. According to the Tennessee Department of Revenue, here are the following guidelines for what can be purchased tax-free:

Clothing – $100 or less per item
School & Art Supplies – $100 or less per item
Computers – $1,500 per bundled package

If you have questions about the tax free weekend in Tennessee, you can call (800) 342-1003 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and they can help you understand what can be bought and how much can be spent in order to not have to pay taxes on it.

Click here for a quick reference sheet that you can print out that has a list of tax exempt items that you can purchase over the tax free weekend in Tennessee. If you need an even more detailed list with items in alphabetical order, click here for that version.

What’s better than not having to pay taxes on your purchases? Well….not much…but coupons help out!!! Be sure to visit our coupons for Pigeon Forge page to find the best discounts and Pigeon Forge coupons for your shopping spree…you can also save money on food, entertainment, and accommodations with our list of coupons!

You can also visit the Sales Tax Holiday Web site at www.tntaxholiday.com to learn more about the weekend’s exempt items.

Enjoy your tax free weekend of shopping in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee!

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