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50 51 Reunite, Remember, Celebrate Pigeon Forge is the ideal place to gather with family and friends. Reunions & Retreats Bring generations together to strengthen family ties. Reconnect with classmates from high school or college. Reunite with military service members. Time spent together is what you make it, whether it’s enjoying the attractions, being entertained at a theater or dinner show, or simply getting reacquainted during a Smoky Mountain retreat. Whatever the reason for gathering, be prepared to create new memories with family and friends in Pigeon Forge. REUNIONS & RETREATS PIGEON FORGE REUNION PLANNING CALENDAR 24 Months Before • Form an organizing committee • Set the date and choose a location • Develop a budget • Contact the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism at 1-800-285-7557 • Start a mailing list • Scout hotels and meeting facilities Military Reunions 18 Months Before • Select and reserve hotels and meeting venues You’ll find that Pigeon Forge is a very patriotic community. Red, white and blue runs deep in this Smoky Mountain town, making it a premier destination for military reunions. Extra efforts are taken to guarantee that these reunions are a fitting tribute to their special attendees. We offer everything from catering, transportation services and accommodations, to sightseeing tours and other amenities for America’s