Hear Tales from the Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge

For the 19 year in a row, the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area will be hosting the annual Smoky Mountains Storytelling Festival, grouping together legendary narrators from around the nation to read from June 10-12. Drink in the tales and wonders started almost two decades ago, and join hundreds of others as they gather in Pigeon Forge’s Grand Majestic Theater to listen to live tellings of stories of the past. In addition to the rousing narrations, you’ll be able to sign up and participate in workshops where you can listen to the storyteller reveal his or her profession and hobbies, adding substance and color to the already brilliant stories he or she has told.

As you stay in the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area, browse through our expansive list of lodgings. 

If you’re in the mood for more history, drive over to the Titanic Pigeon Forge museum, molded to look just like the great ship! Located in the Smoky Mountains, you can experience firsthand the life of an onboard passenger by receiving ticket and taking a tour of the interior of the ship. 

Other adventures await you in the nearby city of Gatlinburg, where you can walk through a the Ripleys Aquarium, presenting over 10,000 aquatic species to observe through clear tunnels of lighted glass. There are all kinds of exhibits inside for the family, ranging from the Gallery of the Seas to the Shark Lagoon. Remember your experience forever by shopping at the Ripleys gift shop and picking up beautiful treasures and trinquets.

Your vacation in the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge  area promises to please both the kids and adults. Prepare for stress-free time this upcoming month.