"The Tennessee Theater dates from 1928 when it was charmingly referred to as a ‘movie palace’. Nowadays the theater is still an icon thanks to its Spanish-Moorish style of architecture, and you will find period antiques here like the original crystal chandeliers as well as marble floors and Asian textiles. If you are looking for some culture in Knoxville, then this is one of the best places to find it, as you can expect classic films, musical concerts, and Broadway shows."
"Built in the 1920s, the Tennessee Theatre was once an old cinema, but today, it’s something that really shines – a restored theater with actors, lights and bows at the end. As it’s very popular and offers a varied run of plays, make sure you book your tickets online; otherwise, you might be disappointed at the door. One of the prettiest buildings in Knoxville, it’s worth visiting for its interiors alone."
"Knoxville Children’s Theater is known for being one of the best places to bring youngsters if you are in town. The theater is located in the historic downtown area of Tennessee and aims to celebrate culture and the arts through a series of performances by children, for children. You can enjoy a diverse range of shows, from more serious pieces, to musicals, and if you want you can even attend a class or a workshop here."
"The Knoxville Children’s Theater can be found in the city’s downtown area and has the goal of providing fun shows for children, performed by children!. It’s one of this Tennessee city’s most wonderful things to see, with diverse show options that introduce kids to the arts in friendly and exciting ways. A big of a hidden gem, the unassuming buildings of the Children’s Theater holds a multitude of whimsy within."
"Unlike the other venues on this list, whose comedy nights are likely found by people on the Facebook events tab, shows at the Bijou Theatre are advertised on marquee signs. The theater has a seedy past, once acting as a place to see pornographic films, but has since classed up. It now hosts a variety of major comedy acts including Fred Armisen, Aziz Ansari and Michelle Wolf, all within the past six months."
"But inside is a 700-seat auditorium that is one of Knoxville’s premier performance spaces, with big-name musicians and comedians selling out shows in the historic theater."
"Then there’s the Clarence Brown Theatre on the University of Tennessee campus, which has a 500-seat auditorium that showcases its most popular stage shows. There’s also a much smaller black box theater for more experimental performances."
"The Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre stages zany comedies that are reminiscent of the Carol Burnett Show and Monty Python’s Flying Circus. The Iris Theater at the Gatlinburg Space Needle is another wonderful destination for live entertainment in Gatlinburg. The Iris is currently hosting Impossibilities: An Evening of Magic, Mindreading, and Mayhem."
Iris Theater
4.6 (64 ratings)4.5 (37 ratings)
115 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
"The Iris Theater at the Gatlinburg Space Needle is another wonderful destination for live entertainment in Gatlinburg. The Iris is currently hosting Impossibilities: An Evening of Magic, Mindreading, and Mayhem."
Best Diners in Pigeon Forge
Waffle House
4.2 (2074 ratings)
Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
"Inexpensive Traditional American Restaurant Waffle House is placed in the city center. This Traditional American Restaurant is perfect for Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining and Breakfast. Waffle House is open 24/7."
Smoky Mountain Pancake House
4 (1541 ratings)
Family-run stalwart plating buttermilk pancakes & other hearty morning comfort foods in homey digs.
4050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863, USA
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"Our hotel is practically right across the street from the Smoky Mountain Pancake House, where you can enjoy made-from-scratch buttermilk pancakes with a wide array of toppings and fillings!. As one of the top pancake houses in Pigeon Forge, this restaurant has been serving breakfast since 1968 and is well known as one of the best places to eat in the Smokies!. You won’t want to miss some of the specialties such as Reece’s peanut butter and chocolate chip pancakes, pecan pancake, or the mountain blueberry pancakes!"
"Diners order specialties such as Reese’s peanut butter or Caribbean – with sliced bananas fried right in – or enjoy an endless supply of buttermilk. Many reviewers enjoy coming back every year, and this pancake housePan is known for fresh fruit and great syrup. To find this spot, look for three bears on the red roof.Sides to try: bacon, Cades Cove country ham, smothered hash browns"
"Let the family who runs this incredible breakfast spot feed your crew of hungry bears!. The bear family on the restaurant logo can come home with you, if you head to the attached shop after you’ve filled your bellies. When you order pancakes at this spot, you’ll get a tall, fluffy cake made to order, that will come out filling the plate to the brim."
Delauder's BBQ
4.8 (850 ratings)
Unfussy venue with checkered tablecloths offers a basic menu of smoked meats such as pulled pork.
"Delauder's BBQ sets its sights to feed people like you would your own family. That't how they feel, they eat what you eat. If you don't like an item then please complain so that they can fix it!"
"Located five minutes from downtown on the East Parkway, Taste of Italy is one of Gatlinburg’s hidden gems. This excellent restaurant is run by a couple of New York natives who wanted to bring some authentic Italian cuisine to the Smokies. Guests at Taste of Italy will enjoy a wonderful selection of salads, gourmet pizzas, pastas, traditional Italian entrees, oven baked subs, and even more superb food."
"The only complaint is that they stopped serving pizzas and the kids didn't see any other Italian food they thought... (865) 325-1750Order online. Superb359 Reviews4.3"
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