Pigeon Forge, Tennessee does not have traditional stand-up comedy clubs, but comedy is a part of a number of the shows. These shows are all family-friendly in which the entertainment is wholesome (some of it downright corny), and alcoholic beverages are not served. Comedy is just a part of the overall package in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
The Comedy Barn Theater is one of the few theaters in Pigeon Forge that places an emphasis on comedy. The show features magicians, fire-eaters, jugglers, ventriloquists, clean family comedians, live country and gospel music as well as fun barn yard animals.
The Comedy Barn
2775 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865-428-5222
comedybarn.com
The Dixie Stampede is a dinner and show. The premise of the Dixie Stampede show is a friendly, Civil War-style rivalry. The audience is divided into "North" and "South" sections that "battle" each other through a series of horse-riding contests and other competitions. The Arena Manager uses comedy in between the events in order to keep the show moving and the audience entertained.
In addition, there is an opening show which begins 50 minutes before the Dixie Stampede main show. The Carriage Room Opening Act consists of bluegrass, country music, and comedy.
Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction
3849 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37868
800-356-1676
dixiestampede.com
Sean-Paul and company's magic show is shown at The Magic Beyond Belief Theater. Master Showman Sean-Paul, his wife Juliane, and a trained monkey named Frankie perform illusions, telepathy, sleight of hand tricks, and quick-witted comedy.
Magic Beyond Belief Theater
2135 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865-428-5600
pigeonforgemagic.com
The Black Bear Jamboree Dinner and Show tells the story of the Legendary Black Bear Jamboree. It is rumored that all of the black bears in the Great Smoky Mountains get together in a secret mountain cave once a year, where they celebrate with food, dance, and song. The show's comedian and musical director keeps audiences chuckling between musical sets.
The Black Bear Dinner and Show Theater
119 Music Rd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
800-985-5494
blackbearjamboree.com
Country Tonite consists of singing, dancing, comedy, gospel, and American patriotism. The show's funnyman, Bubba, the Redneck Ranger, comes on frequently during each performance as a slow-witted park ranger who gets big laughs, typically using other cast members as straight men.
Country Tonite Theatre
129 Showplace Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
800-792-4308
countrytonitetheatre.com
