Tennessee Smoky Mountains News Update
Tennessee Smoky mountains is hoping as we approach the Easter weekend. The season is starting early and from the buzz about town, it appears this year will be a big one.
Pigeon Forge - Waldens Landing is working hard on their new movie theater. Several of the vacant stores have been demolished and debris removed, now is the fast paced construction of the new movie theater! Originally they planned to have the theater operational by May 1st, now the schedule is for late August. The new movie theater will use digital and 3D technology to add to the viewers enjoyment. Locals are watching intently to see if the added movie theater will impact Reel Theaters, Highway 66, and possibly reduce ticket prices. Ticket prices are not bad when compared to other areas, however they are extreme when compared to the average earnings of most locals. In addition, Five Guys Burgers and Fries are moving along fine and should have the doors open very soon.
Louise Mandrell fans, don’t miss your opportunity to see Louise Mandrell at Country Tonite Theater on April 1st at 7pm. She is participating in the Cherish The Child benefit for the Smoky Mountain Children’s Home. VIP tickets for 200 guests, $50 each, are available and include a back stage meet with Louise Mandrell after the event. For tickets and information, call (865) 453-2193.
Elwood Smooch is back! Billy Baker, a.k.a Elwood Smooch, will be performing his “Elwood Smooch Choo Choo Boogie Variety Show” at Memories Theater at 1pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays beginning April 20th. If you have never seen Billy Baker perform, you have got to see and hear his performance. This man is a top notch!
Soul Of Shaolin, a new live theatre performance portraying an orphan boy, a mother’s love, and an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.
Dollywood is working hard to get attendance up this year. This is Dollywood’s 25th Anniversary. Dolly did an early show for visitors and will return to the park around her May 7th Dollywood Parade. Guests visiting the park will be randomly selected for giveaway prises on a daily basis.
Kerbela Shriners Rod & Kustom Nationals Car Show in Pigeon Forge will be held April 22nd - 25th. Admission is $10 for adults and FREE for 15 and under.
Sevierville- Remember the old “Home Accent” building, just behind and to the left of the Knife Works? Well this later became I.R. Cheap and now it appears to have a new calling. This will be the Two Rivers Antiques and Collectibles Mall. Unlike the Flea Market, there is a 10% commission added to each purchase and 2% if you more if you use your credit card. Will have to visit and report back later.
Kodak - Mr. Miyagi’s comes to Sevier County Tennessee. About a mile off I-40 exit 407, you will come upon Food City, on your left. This is home to a new Japanese Cuisine restaurant called “Mr. Miyagi’s”. Entries are the usual and a pub, called Bonsai, will be added featuring fresh made sushi.
