by: Klaryssa De La Cruz Posted: Nov 24, 2025 / 05:25 PM EST Updated: Nov 24, 2025 / 05:25 PM EST SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Tourism leaders across the Smokies say the holiday season is arriving earlier than usual this year, with attractions already seeing heavier foot traffic ahead of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Pigeon Forge typically welcomes about […]

by: Matt Hollingsworth Posted: Nov 4, 2025 / 12:15 PM EST Updated: Nov 4, 2025 / 04:38 PM EST GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — As Sevier County continues to generate billions in tourism spending, Anakeesta announced a $100 million expansion called “Making More Magic.” A press release from the Gatlinburg theme park explained that this was part of a five-year plan […]

by: Naomi Hillmer Posted: Nov 3, 2025 / 05:49 PM EST Updated: Nov 3, 2025 / 06:36 PM EST PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — While you may have just finished packing away your Halloween costumes, or are starting to plan for Thanksgiving, Christmas is just around the corner, and Dollywood is getting into the holiday spirit.   Starting November 1 and lasting until January […]