New in 2026: What's Opening in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge This Year
From a $50 million world-first ride at Dollywood to the only all-glass gondola system on the planet at Anakeesta, 2026 is one of the stronger years in recent memory for new openings in the Smoky Mountains. Here's a rundown of what's open, what's coming, and what's worth planning your trip around.