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A Spooky Beginning to Smoky Mountain Holidays

By: Ramada Pigeon Forge / 28 Oct 2022
A Spooky Beginning to Smoky Mountain Holidays
Fall in the Smokies paints a picturesque landscape, and as it recedes, we welcome chill in the air, colder evenings, and the beginning of the holiday season. Prepare for joyous celebrations around Halloween in Pigeon Forge - from changing weather to holiday lights and festive moods across all theme parks. Whether you want to spend fun family time, go trick-or-treating, or wish to experience scary events, Pigeon Forge is your one-stop destination this year.
Stay at Ramada Pigeon Forge - close to all the holiday warmth and some of the best Halloween celebrations and events in town.

Top Halloween Events around Ramada Pigeon Forge

Soak up the Halloween spirit and thrill in and around Pigeon Forge when you enjoy spooky events, annual festivals, haunted tours, weekend activities, and much more. Pack your bags and visit the Smoky Mountains, where endless fun and countless memories await you. Here's a list of events you can't miss.

Evening at Dollywood Harvest Festival

Experience the most luminous and bright fall at Dollywood, hosting the award-winning Great Pumpkin LumiNights featuring thousands of lighted jack-o-lanterns and pumpkins. Interact with family-friendly Halloween characters, watch pumpkin carving demonstrations, and enjoy seasonal culinary delights.

Scary and Spooky Time at Mysterious Mansion

Explore one of the oldest and scariest haunted houses in nearby Gatlinburg. Halloween weekends are double the thrill and excitement with special events and activities. Guide yourself through the hidden doors, narrow pathways, and frightening effects.

Family Fun at the Island Pigeon Forge

Spend a memorable and entertainment-packed family time at the Halloween Carnival at the Island Pigeon Forge. Let the little ones trick-or-treat throughout the Island, participate in costume contests, and dress up in costumes to avail of unlimited rides at half the price. Marvel at spectacular events like aerial shows, fire shows, and stilt walkers. Stay at Ramada to get a combo price on your theme park tickets.

Escapology in Pigeon Forge

Elevate the Halloween thrill while you try out escape rooms at Pigeon Forge and enjoy a private game with friends and family in a group of 2 to 8 players. Step into a private game room, look out for clues, solve puzzles, and unlock treasures.

Friday Night at Ripley's Haunted Adventure

For some terror and screams, head to Ripley's Friday Night, beginning at 6 PM. Watch a parade of monsters, zombies, and maniacs, witness creepy performances, and set out on a roller coaster of thrill and excitement. Kids under six are not allowed.

Pigeon Forge Halloween Spooktacular

Gel with Pigeon Forge's close community at the safe and fun Halloween Spooktacular. Hosted annually in the Pigeon Forge Community Center, this is a must-visit for all families! Enjoy trick-or-treating with kids, check out displays and decorations at local vendor stalls, and participate in a haunted maze or a costume contest.

Other Events & Fun Things to Do in Gatlinburg

Holiday fun never ends in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Besides all listed above, you can enjoy ghost tours in Gatlinburg with hunting guides and equipment. Participate in the Halloween Cat Show at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center, join the Trick or Treat Kick-Off Karnival with Halloween characters at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza, or follow the local tradition of visiting the Kyker Farms and find your way out of a perplexing maze.

Enjoy the Holiday Season with Our Break Sale

Celebrate the holidays with us in the Great Smokies. Pamper yourself and your loved ones with a complimentary breakfast, free wireless connectivity, and amenities like an indoor pool, fitness center, sauna, and warm hospitality. Make your vacation even more special with our seasonal deals and break sales. Stay at Ramada Pigeon Forge, offering luxurious rooms and suites overlooking the panoramic mountains, and save up to 15% on room rates.

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