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Our Top 6 Favorite Pigeon Forge Family Activities

Pigeon Forge is one of the most popular vacation destinations for families. From hilarious shows to thrilling theme parks, there’s something for everyone here. When you’re planning a family vacation, we know it can be challenging at first to choose activities that everyone can agree upon and will enjoy. We can help, though! We’ve made a list of our top 6 favorite Pigeon Forge family activities that all ages will love.

1. The Comedy Barn

dancers at The Comedy Barn

We may be biased, but The Comedy Barn is at the top of our list, of course! Our clean comedy show is the perfect entertainment for families. We include humor and acts that appeal to a variety of ages, so kids, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors will all have a blast! Whether you’re laughing along with our slapstick humor, watching our juggler in amazement, or tapping your feet to our live music and dancing, you’ll be having a great time. Every one of our performers specializes in making you laugh, so get ready for an evening of a thousand laughs or more! Be sure to visit the gift shop while you’re here to get your family the perfect souvenir!

2. A Dinner Show

If you loved our show and want to take your experience to the next level, visit a dinner show! Dinner shows are some of the best Pigeon Forge family activities because they provide both food and fun. Instead of having to find a restaurant that the picky eaters in your family will enjoy and worrying about keeping the kids entertained during the meal, just visit a dinner show! The dinner shows in Pigeon Forge are great for all ages. Visit Dolly Parton’s Stampede for thrilling horse riding stunts and a four-course country feast, or head to Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to be transported from the mountains to the high seas for an epic pirate battle and a four-course dinner. Looking for more laughs after enjoying our show? Visit Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud for a hilarious take on the longest-running feud in history and an all-you-can-eat Southern homestyle feast. Dinner shows provide a great value for families!

3. Titanic Museum Attraction

Million Dollar Movie Gallery in the Titanic Museum

Does your family love learning about historical events in a hands-on way? We recommend visiting the Titanic Museum Attraction! This special museum tells the story of the RMS Titanic, its passengers, and its crew. When you visit, you’ll get to see firsthand what those aboard the ship dealt with on that tragic night. The museum has a collection of more than 400 artifacts from the ship and its passengers and features interactive exhibits that will help you learn more about what happened. Stick your hand in 28-degree water, and sit in a lifeboat to hear real passenger stories! There are even special experiences for the kids, like Tot Titanic and a scavenger hunt.
 

4. Dollywood & Splash Country

Your family’s visit to Pigeon Forge wouldn’t be complete without visiting one of the most popular theme parks in the country! Dollywood is home to family-friendly rides, games, shops, restaurants, live entertainment, and so much more. Whether you have younger children or young adults in the family, everyone will find something to love at the amusement park! We recommend taking a ride on the Dollywood Express, exploring the Dolly Parton Experience, and trying cinnamon bread from the Grist Mill. If you visit during the summer months, take your family to Dollywood’s Splash Country for water rides, slides, frozen treats, and more.

5. Frizzle Chicken Café

family dining at Frizzle Chicken Cafe

Our list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the most family-friendly restaurant in town! Dining at Frizzle Chicken Café is one of the best Pigeon Forge family activities. Not only will you find delicious Southern breakfast and lunch here, but you’ll have a dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. The kids definitely won’t be bored at this restaurant. Singing animatronic chickens keep you entertained while you dine! There is also special Bear Cakes for the kids, so no one will go hungry here.

6. Ripley’s Super Fun Park

For a one-stop destination for family fun, visit Ripley’s Super Fun Park in Pigeon Forge! This attraction has everything from go-karts to bumper boats. There’s a go-kart track for all ages, so everyone in your family can race each other around the track — even the little ones can strap in a double kart with Mom or Dad! You can also challenge each other to a friendly battle on the seasonal Blaster Boats, which have powerful water cannons you can use to soak your opponents. The Super Fun Park also has a carousel, a 10,000-square-foot arcade, and more. There’s something for everyone at this attraction!

Now that you know more about our favorite Pigeon Forge family activities, there’s no better time than now to start planning your visit! If you need more convincing, take a look at these top reasons to plan a Smoky Mountain family vacation.