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June Fest brings a great bluegrass festival to the Smokies. Camping, music, games and of course fun come together for a great show. The 2008 event was the debut year of June Fest. People start getting there early and staying late. The site is set up to host RVers so bring your rig to the show. This year June 11th through 13th Dumplin Valley will bring the best of Bluegrass to east Tennessee.

Located at 525 East Dumplin Valley Road in Kodak, Tennessee, this event center has plenty of room for camping in RVs, fellowshipping with friends and, of course, room for the concerts themselves. During the weekend you will start with Bluegrass Brothers, Josh Williams Band, James King Band and Williams & Clark Expedition on Thursday. On Friday, Balsam Range, Jimbo Whaley & Greenbrier, Larry Cordle & Lonesome Standard Time, Carolina Road and the Gibson Brothers will take the stage. Rounding out the weekend, Carrie Hassler & Hard Rain, Nothin’ Fancy, Barry Scott & Second Wind, Steep Canyon Rangers and JD Crowe & the New South will take the stage on Saturday. What a line up! The concerts are in the big tent and they will happen rain or shine, so don’t let a few rain drops spoil your fun.

Along with the music and friendship, there may be ballgames, bubble wrap dancing and much more. You never really know what a bunch of bluegrass fans will do to pass the time. If you are a bluegrass fan you don’t have an option–you have to be there. There are very few times in the year when you have the ability to see this many groups all at one time. A weekend pass for this event will run you $70 – $85 dollars depending on when you purchase your ticket, either before-hand or at the gate. That is a great price to see 14 bands and spend time with other people who share your interest. Check out their website: www.dumplinvalleybluegrass.com for updated information. Check Smoky Mountain Lodging sources if you are coming for this event.

Honda Gold Wing motorcycles take over Pigeon Forge on April 23rd, 2009 for the Spring Fling Rally. This year the event is hosted by the Grand Majestic Theater on Teaster Lane. In a weekend full of excitement, attendees will get the chance to attend seminars and discussion groups, participate in parades and win prizes, all the time spending time with other Gold Wing enthusiasts. This year the theme is 1942: A USO Wing Tour. Stop by and get to see some of the best looking motorcycles in East Tennessee.

The Tennessee Gold Wing Road Riders Association, the hosting organization, is the largest single-marquee social organization for owners and riders of Gold Wing motorcycles. This group will spend time getting to know each other better and learning about the interest that they share, the Honda Gold Wing. They will have seminars on everything from stress management to listening and communicating. They will also have the ability to visit vendors that have come in just for this conference. Products ranging from gear for their bikes to clothing will be available to the members throughout the weekend. At this kind of event though, what sticks out the most is the parade of bikes.

The bike parade will start from Teaster Crossing at 9pm. There will be hundreds of bikes in the parade and you will get to see Gold Wings of every description. Customized, chromed up and shined to high polish it should be a sight to behold. After the parade there will be a judging of the light show and winner of the Light Show in the parade will be crowned.

On Saturday at Belz Outlet Mall the bikes will be judged again. This time they will be judged during the Bike Show. The judging is at 2pm on Saturday. The bikes will be at their finest, the owners will be anxious for the results and the judges will hold all the hopes and dreams in their capable hands. The 2009 Spring Fling will be a great time for everyone. Bike owners, and those who love to hear the sound of Gold Wing coming to life, make your plans now.

If you love country music or pickin’ and grinnin’ then you’re going to love the 2009 North American Country Music Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN held on March 9-15, 2009 at the Country Tonite Theatre. The North American Country Music Awards is much more than an “awards show”. It features all sorts of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Learn all aspects of country music from playing to recording a record and going on television. If you are at all interested in country music or making it big one day, then be sure to attend the 2009 North American Country Music Awards.

The North America Country Music Associations, International was formed in 1997, by Peggy Franck, “to promote the development of the Country/Gospel Music Industry in each state and country through an International Association to promote and inform members of the industry and the public about resources available in the various states and countries for Country/Gospel Music production.” To sum it up, the NACMA is the association and awards ceremony to attend if you love country or gospel music!

When: March 9-15, 2009
Where: Country Tonite Theatre.
For more information call 1-800-792-4308

If you’re looking for a place to stay while in town then be sure to check out our list of the best hotels in Pigeon Forge, TN and our list of Pigeon Forge cabins. Also be sure to check out the full calendar of events in Pigeon Forge, TN.

The Winter Carnival of Magic in Pigeon Forge, TN is the home of everything magical. This year it is being held on the first weekend of March (March 5-7, 2009) and is again going to be held in the beautiful and majestic Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The Country Tonite Theatre will come to life with some of the best magicians in the world brought together under one roof. There will be the most incredible shows, lectures, and dealer displays for you to enjoy and learn from. The Country Tonite Theatre has been the home to this Pigeon Forge magic convention since 2005 and is a perfect location with its grand sloped seating arrangement and a lighting set up comparable to those found on Broadway. This theatre gives audiences the sound, lights, and spectacular view to feel like they are a part of the show and of history in the making. There are bound to be impressive routines that people will talk about with the amazing talent they witness at this year’s Winter Carnival of Magic in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

From magic enthusiasts, young children to old pros, this is the perfect place for those who like to watch magic and those who dream of being the best. This is the convention where you will find the best shows, the best knowledge, and the best performers from across North America. For two days of lectures, performances, and workshops as well as some of the most unique and best dealers from around the world. All under one roof.

Dealers begin setting up on Thursday and are open for business as soon as they are ready. You will find the inventory of respected dealers such as Bill Pryor, Daytona Magic, Fukai, Funtastic Magic, Haines House of Cards, Ladshaw Magic, Laflin Magic, Magic Central, Mark Mason and more.

The audiences and visitors who come not to participate or buy magical supplies will have lots to do away from the dealers. There will be some of the most impressive magicians and illusionists from around the world performing at the Carnival of Magic.

The Pedragons are not just loved by their fans but are praised by fellow magicians and illusionists like David Copperfield and Siegfried and Roy. Jonathon Pedragon is referred to as the Maestro by his peers and respected around the world for his incredible talent and Charlotte is the most respected woman in the entire history of magic. She has been honored around the world by prestigious organizations such as England’s famed magic Circle. She was the first woman ever to be named “Magician of the Year” by the Academy of Magical Arts.

These great legends of Magic will be joined by other incredible performers such as Ken Scott who brings his twenty years of performing to the carnival. Also, television acclaimed Shawn Farquar and many more amazing performers will take the stage. Even people who have no interest in magic will walk away from the winter carnival of magic in awe and completely in love with the art. There are few better places to be on March 5th, 6th and 7th than at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains being entertained by the great magicians, illusionists, and performers of the world.

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If you’re a fan of southern gospel, then definitely make plans to visit Pigeon Forge in March for the 2009 Southern Gospel Music FanFair in Pigeon Forge, TN held from March 16-21 at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center. This six day event (yes, SIX days!) features the very best in southern gospel from soloists to quartets. The Southern Gospel Music FanFair has been traditionally held in Chattanooga, TN but is making its debut in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in 2009 for its biggest event ever. It will feature worship services for you to attend with other gospel music fans, meet and greet sessions where you can meet the performers, daily matinees & evening concerts, Souther Gospel Music fan awards, a talent search, and more.

The roster of performers for the 2009 Southern Gospel Music Fan Fair is absolutely packed full of amazingly, blessed talent. To see the entire schedule, visit the official website using the link below and then click “Schedule”. On that site you will also be able to purchase tickets, view rules for the talent search if you would like to participate, see the categories for the awards ceremony, and much more!

When: March 16-21, 2009
Where: Smoky Mountain Convention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN
Official Website: http://www.sgmfanfair.com

If you’re looking for a place to stay while in town then be sure to check out our list of the best hotels in Pigeon Forge, TN and our list of Pigeon Forge cabins. Also be sure to check out the full calendar of events in Pigeon Forge, TN.

Saddle Up!, a Pigeon Forge celebration of the American West, returns to Pigeon Forge Feb. 19-22, 2009. The event brings some of America’s finest western musicians and cowboy poets on a rare visit east of the Mississippi River.

Featured entertainers for the 2009 Saddle Up event include Wylie & the Wild West, The Quebe Sisters Band, Juni Fisher, Andy Wilkinson, Andy Hedges, Paul Zarzyski, Kent Rollins, and Jim Hawkins.

Wylie & the Wild West have performed on stages around the world, fronted by yodeler, rancher and world-famous “Yahoo-er” Wylie Gustafson.

Additional Saddle Up! activities include a Saturday night Western Swing Dance and Sunday morning Cowboy Church followed by an authentic chuckwagon lunch.

Concert venues are Country Tonite Theatre and Smoky Mountain Jubilee Theater. The western swing dance will be at the Music Road Convention Center, and Cowboy Church will take place at Stages West. There will also be an Old Mill Chuckwagon Cook-off at Belle Island Village.

Weekend passes, excluding the Cowboy Symphony, are $50 plus tax. Day passes are $30 plus tax. Concert tickets for Thursday night are $15 each. Tickets for Cowboy Symphony are $20 plus tax. Ages 17 and younger are admitted free.

Weekend passes and Cowboy Symphony tickets will be available in advance at Country Tonite Theatre, 1-800-792-4308, or onsite on Thursday, Feb. 19. Day passes for Thursday, Friday and Saturday will be available onsite at American Jukebox Theater. Admission to the dance is $5 per person. Cowboy Church is free and will be followed by the chuckwagon lunch where a $5 minimum donation will benefit Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch in Amarillo, Texas.

During Saddle Up!, on Feb. 19-22, Tennessee Shindig will host a Chuckwagon Jamboree. Information and tickets are available at 888-908-3327.

Saddle Up! has also been named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society.

If you are looking for Pigeon Forge lodging, be sure to check out our list of Pigeon Forge cabins and our list of the best Pigeon Forge hotels. If you would like to stay in Gatlinburg, TN we also have a list of Gatlinburg, TN cabins as well as a list of the best hotels in Gatlinburg.

The Inside Pigeon Forge Getaway Giveaway ended up being an incredible resource for anyone interested in visiting Pigeon Forge, TN. The tips & ideas submitted were GREAT, which made this contest extremely difficult to judge! In the end, 1 person won the grand prize of 24 show tickets while two other entrants were awarded some tickets as well.

There was, however, another person who submitted numerous tips throughout the forum that we felt was also deserving of the grand prize. His tips & ideas have been incredibly helpful and we wanted to recognize him with the same package of 4 tickets to each of 6 different Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group shows for a total of 24 tickets. The folks at Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group were very generous and provided another set of complimentary passes to see their shows!!! WOW!

There will be more contests coming up here at Inside Pigeon Forge, so join the newsletter by using the sign-up box to the right to be among the first notified!

We would like to give an extra special “Thank You” to everyone that participated in the Inside Pigeon Forge Getaway Giveaway and providing amazing tips for visiting Pigeon Forge, TN. We are also extremely grateful to the Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group for their generosity. If you haven’t seen their shows, then you’re missing out! The next time you come to Pigeon Forge, make it a point to experience any of their shows as they are all family friendly and will leave you laughing, clapping, smiling, and fed! Visit the websites for each of their shows by clicking any of the logos below.

The first of many contests at Inside Pigeon Forge has come to an end and it has simply been incredible! For those of you that didn’t enter or aren’t aware of what it was, we asked for the best tips for visiting Pigeon Forge to be posted in the new Inside Pigeon Forge forums. The person with the best tips would receive a bundle of 4 tickets to each of 6 different shows…for a total of 24 tickets worth over $600! What resulted was an amazing list of ideas, tips, reviews, etc that make visiting Pigeon Forge, TN so enjoyable. In this contest, everyone is a winner as this list of tips is simply priceless. I wish more visitors knew these tips…so start spreading the word and sharing this with anyone that may be visiting the Smoky Mountains!

So for those of you that did enter the contest, I’m sure you’re wanting to know who won! I have to admit…you sure didn’t make it easy on the judges…these tips are great! In the end though, we had to choose one person to award the Inside Pigeon Forge Getaway Giveaway. That lucky person is……….drum roll…….

The winner of the Inside Pigeon Forge Getaway Giveaway is “chellek24” (That’s the name given on the forum) for post #111!!!!

Chellek24 will receive:

4 tickets to 6 shows = 24 tickets total!

• Comedy Barn
• Black Bear Jamboree
• The Miracle Theater
• Magic Beyond Belief
• Blackwood Breakfast Variety Show
• Triumphant Southern Gospel Show

 

Total Value = $673.48!

So what made chellek24’s post the winner? The tips went an extra step beyond where to go and what to do. Extra tips were given on almost every suggestion that was made. As she recommended the Old Mill Restaurant, she went a step further and mentioned it being cheaper to eat there during the week and all of the food one would get. When the Comedy Barn was mentioned, she provided a tip of buying the souvenir keychain to save money down the road. Then she suggested Magic Beyond Belief and how to get free popcorn. She also mentioned that parking is free in Pigeon Forge as opposed to most places in Gatlinburg where you have to pay…and then made the suggestion of riding the trolley as an alternative…a great suggestion to a common complaint in the area. Congrats chelle24!

View Chellek24’s winning tips & ideas

MORE WINNERS! – The insiders were touched by two special posts and wanted to take this contest a step further and do something for them as well. The first person selected is Glenna Gamble who recently lost a close family member during their vacation. Glenna wrote, “I’m praying that this year we can do something extra special that will keep Mom’s mind occupied and not thinking so much of last year.” The insiders wanted to help with this and the Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group donated more tickets for these special people. Glenna will be receiving 4 adult passes to Black Bear Jamboree, The Miracle Theater, and the Blackwood Breakfast Variety Show…12 passed in all!

The next person selected is Misty Pensinger who is 40 years old and just recently started talking to her Dad. Misty will be taking a trip to Pigeon Forge with her Dad and Step Mom for the first time and they will now have 3 tickets to Black Bear Jamboree, The Miracle Theater, and the Blackwood Breakfast Variety Show (9 tickets total). This should give Misty and her family plenty of memories for what is sure to be an incredible vacation.

Finally, thank you to everyone that submitted tips for this contest. The ideas given are so valuable to anyone looking to visit Pigeon Forge. I encourage everyone to read through the tips as there are guaranteed to be ideas that you hadn’t thought of or heard before. I know the insiders learned quite a few things we had never known! This is the first of many contests to come, so check out the website and participate in the forums often as those will be the places to find clues leading up to the next contest!

A special THANK YOU goes to the Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group who provided the tickets for this contest. Their shows are all family friendly and highly recommended.