September 18, 2024
Your Guide to Visiting Pigeon Forge in the Fall
Fall is one of the most popular times to visit Pigeon Forge! People come from all over the country to see the mountains blanketed in gorgeous shades of red, orange, and yellow. This season also welcomes fun seasonal activities and still provides visitors with the opportunity to enjoy the attractions they know and love. To help you plan the perfect getaway, we’ve created a guide to visiting Pigeon Forge in the fall:
Best Attractions to Visit
When you visit Pigeon Forge during the fall season, there are a few attractions you don’t want to miss. One of those is our comedy theater! What better way is there to kick off the season than with endless laughter? The Comedy Barn Theater is the most attended and most successful clean comedy theater, and once you visit, you’ll understand why! Our show has a talented cast of comedians, jugglers, ventriloquists, singers, dancers, and adorable animals. Each of our performers will keep you laughing the entire evening! Fall is a great time to visit our show — our indoor attraction is perfect for any weather, rain or shine, warm temperatures or cold. It’s also the last opportunity to see our regular season show before our hilarious holiday show takes over! Our Christmas show begins in mid-November each year.
Another can’t-miss attraction in Pigeon Forge in the fall is Dollywood. This world-class theme park transforms into a fall wonderland, complete with thousands of masterfully carved pumpkins, craft demonstrations, extravagant displays, live bluegrass and gospel music, and your favorite fall foods. We recommend staying until the sun goes down to witness Great Pumpkin LumiNights at its best. There are carved pumpkins, larger-than-life pumpkin icons, and themed pumpkin areas that light up the night. One notable pumpkin display is Hoot Owl Hollow, which includes a gigantic, glowing owl and its dozens of friends! You can also enjoy the many rides, shops, activities, live shows, and more at Dollywood in the fall.
Best Places to See the Smoky Mountain Fall Colors
Of course, the biggest draw to the area during this time of the year is the Smoky Mountain fall foliage. If you’re hoping for the best views of the fall colors, we can help you find them! Depending on when you visit, you may be able to see gorgeous leaves all around you, whether you’re walking along the Riverwalk or staying in a cabin. We recommend taking a drive through the Smoky Mountains for views that are unmatched! Newfound Gap offers some of the best fall foliage scenery, and the road features plenty of pull-offs for you to park your car and take photos. You can also hike to Kuwohi, formerly known as Clingmans Dome, which offers panoramic views of the fall colors. If you visit earlier in the season, Kuwohi is one of your best chances to see the fall colors because of its high elevation.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pigeon Forge in the fall depends on what experience you’re hoping to have. If you’re hoping to still enjoy warmer temperatures and fewer crowds, early fall is the best time to visit. If you’re hoping to see incredible fall foliage, mid-October to early November is a great time to visit. Keep in mind that fall colors can be difficult to predict each year because it's dependent on temperatures. Warm, sunny temperatures during the day and cooler temperatures at night lead to the most vibrant fall colors. Regardless of when you visit during the fall, you’ll have an amazing time experiencing everything that the area has to offer.
This is the ultimate guide to visiting Pigeon Forge in the fall! For more ideas of things to do while you’re in town, check out these can’t-miss fall things to do in Pigeon Forge.
