New Things To Do in the Smoky Mountains

Another Margaritaville island-inspired vacation spot has opened in Pigeon Forge, the Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Lodge.

This one-of-a-kind mountain escape offers two completely different ways to kick back and relax in a Margaritaville state of mind.

Choose whether you want to indulge in a carefree hotel stay at The Lodge or load up your rig and make the RV Resort your home away from home.

Just recently opened in October of 2021 in Gatlinburg, Chicken Guy is the brainchild of Guy Fieri and restaurateur Robert Earl. T

his newest food spot in the Smokies features a fast-food-style selection of chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, and several kinds of sides.

Patrons will also get to enjoy a large selection of sauces as well as Flavortown milkshakes in six flavors.

If you’re a fan of sweets, then you’d be glad to know that The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar is now open in Gatlinburg, TN located right next to the World-Famous Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum.

Choose from several signature milkshakes, sundaes & desserts served in a cup, between two chocolate chip cookies, or in one of their signature Crazy Mason jars.  

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park has added a new attraction called the Gatlinburg SkyTrail. This scenic walkway connects each end of the SkyBridge and provides guests with the best views of the Smoky Mountains.

The SkyTrail is open for day and nighttime use, except for the Tulip Tower, which you can only access during the daytime hours of operation.

Make way for the newest food spot in Pigeon Forge, Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown!

The 43,000-square-foot restaurant and entertainment destination just recently opened at the Mountain Mile in Pigeon Forge in March 2022 and showcases some of Fieri’s signature fusion cuisine.

You'll also find state-of-the-art arcade games, a 14-lane duckpin bowling alley, and a full premium bar.

Sky Fly: Soar America is a brand new attraction at the Island of Pigeon Forge. This dynamic attraction features a flying theater where guests will experience a feeling of flight as they soar over some of the most iconic locations in the United States in this fully immersive experience!

Another family-friendly attraction in Pigeon Forge has opened, the Toy Box Mini Golf. This 10,000+ square foot all-new toy-themed mini golf is located in Dollywood Lane.

They offer a full 18-hole toy-themed outdoor mini golf course, laser maze, giant toy photo op perfect for every age, a toy store, and more.

The 50-acre Soaky Mountain Waterpark offers lots of cool thrills with over 19 attractions for the whole family to enjoy. Among the many thrilling rides, you’ll find the “Avalaunch Watercoaster” which is a two-person tube ride with high hills, deep valleys, and wide-open curves. 

The Edge Dueling Watercoaster at Soaky Mountain is one of the newest attractions in the waterpark. Ride this dueling twin coaster and compete with other riders to see which of the two coasters races to the finish first.

Come and join the fun at Gatlinburg Axe House! Enjoy the unique sport of axe throwing in a safe and controlled environment.

Whether you’re a newbie or looking to hone that special skill of yours this is the place to be and don’t you worry as there you’ll be getting assistance from WATL-trained throwing coaches.

Activate Games in Gatlinburg takes your gaming experience to an entirely new level.

This new attraction in the Smokies offers high-tech games that test your team’s physical and mental agility across a wide variety of real-life challenges.

Games are played in groups of 2 to 5 players and are made up of different games and levels, each lasting from 1 to three minutes.

This $40 million project will be one of its kind in Sevierville and will combine all your favorite things about the Smoky Mountains into one amazing attraction.

Skyland Ranch offers visitors plenty of awesome things to enjoy including rides, shops, live entertainment, animals, a ride on a scenic chairlift, and more!

The Sanctuary Treehouse Resort is the largest treehouse resort in the world set to open in 2022!

The Sanctuary Treehouse Resort will provide Smoky Mountain visitors with lodging options unlike any other, including tree house rentals that offer scenic views of the Smoky Mountains and the two 18-hole golf courses.

Don’t miss the chance to experience this new glamping spot in the Smokies!

The European theme park company Puy du Fou partnered with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to create a one of kind immersive show inspired by the history of the Cherokee who served in World War I.

Puy Du Fou will not be offering rides, instead, Smoky Mountains visitors will be entertained with immersive and story-driven performances. 

Looking for new glamping spots in the Smokies? Sevierville’s newest glamping spot just recently opened, The Smoky Hollow Outdoor Resort. The resort currently offers a series of upscale camping or glamping options surrounded by the best views of the Smokies.

You can choose from their 8 glamping sites for rent located on a quiet, scenic farm just minutes from all the attractions.

There’s a new distillery in town! Shine Girl opened in March of 2022 owned by Dolly Parton’s niece, Danielle, who is a combat veteran and pilot.

More than a place where you can get some amazing moonshine, Shine Girl is inspired by the culmination of Danielle Parton’s unique family heritage.

Each of the moonshine being offered is a mix of recipes and lessons learned from previous generations adding in a special twist of her own. Shine Girl moonshine is described as “Smart, Playful & Delicious”. 

The largest air show in East Tennessee will return this 2022 after holding an amazing show in the Smokies back in April of 2016. Catch performances by aerobatic airplanes, stunt skydivers, and the Navy’s very own Blue Angels in this one-of-a-kind airshow in the Smokies.

Get ready to see the legendary Blue Angels perform their signature maneuvers, formations, and traditions.

The Smoky Mountain Air Show will be held on the Tennessee Air National Guard Base on the north side of the McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, TN.