It’s time to bring the adventures of the seven seas to the Smoky Mountains, as Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, gets ready for its seventh swashbuckling season starting February 7, 2025.
Final preparations are taking place in the show’s Buccaneer Bay, where a colorful and fearless crew of characters combine adventure, acrobatics, animals and all things pirate for a treasure chest of memories. The uniquely exciting Pirates Voyage showcases the thrill of sword fights, cannons and pirates scaling high above two full-sized pirate ships in a "fight" to win Davy Jones’ coveted sunken treasure. A couple of castaways that include a "Salty" sea lion win a battle with Captain Blackbeard through clever antics and pirate wit, while beautiful mermaids gracefully perform high above the water before diving and disappearing into Buccaneer Bay. An adventurous crew of characters then combines heroics and high-flying fun that will have guests cheering and experiencing thrills around every corner in an epic battle for treasure on land, on deck and in the water of the show’s 15-foot-deep indoor lagoon.
"I have always loved stories and shows about great adventures that can’t be experienced anywhere else," Dolly said. "The incredible performers in my Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show bring to life an adventure that families will love as much as I do. When I watch all the pirates and mermaids and the sea lions and all the special effects, it's like I’m a kid again! Folks visiting Pigeon Forge won't want to miss all the fun and competition and action in this show – and the four-course pirate feast is the most hearty and delicious meal in the Smokies!"
As visitors enter the hideaway lagoon for this Dinner & Show spectacular, guests are served that hearty four-course feast straight from Captain Blackbeard's galley. The meal begins with voyager creamy vegetable soup and buccaneer bread. The feast fit for a pirate – or mermaid – continues with the crew’s secret recipe cracklin' pan-fried chicken, swashbucklin' sugar-cured ham, buttery corn on the cob and matey's mac and cheese. For dessert, there’s a choice of either a flaky apple turnover or chocolate coconut cake, served with unlimited Coca-Cola® products, tea or coffee to complete the meal. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available by request.
Show times and reservations are available by calling (865) 505-2469 or visiting piratesvoyage.com.
Captain Blackbeard and Dolly have been hard at work finalizing plans to bring the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to Panama City Beach, Florida, and it won’t be long now before the excitement and family fun begin later this spring.
One of the exciting announcements about the dinner show is that tickets have just gone on sale at piratesvoyage.com for dates starting on June 1, 2025. Securing tickets for the new Pirates Voyage show starting in June and throughout 2025 is a "must see" for any trip to Panama City Beach.
Next on the menu of important decisions to make is the actual menu. No pirate crew can operate without a hearty feast, so Captain Blackbeard has ordered up a delicious four-course meal sure to satisfy any appetite. Guests will start the delicious part of their Pirates Voyage with warm Voyager Creamy Vegetable Soup and a Buccaneer Biscuit. The feast fit for pirates and mermaids alike continues with a Half O’ Roasted Chicken and Me Hearties Pulled Pork, accompanied by a side of Cob-O’ Buttery Corn and Matey’s Mashed Potatoes. No meal is complete without a delicious dessert, and the mouthwatering Apple O’ Me Eye Pie will hit the spot. Unlimited Coca-Cola, tea or coffee are served with every meal; vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are available upon request.
"I’ve got the menu set for my new Pirates Voyage, and I promise that it will be the most fun place to eat in Panama City Beach," Dolly said. "Take it from me – every part of this four-course pirate feast is delicious so be sure to come hungry! I’m getting more and more excited every day about bringing this show to such a great destination. The folks in Panama City Beach have been so great to work with. I always love helping families make the best memories when they are vacation, and that’s what everyone in Panama City Beach focuses on, too –to me, it’s the perfect place to open our new Pirates Voyage."
Tickets are available now by visiting piratesvoyage.com. For Panama City Beach visitors who already have their vacation dates planned, it is suggested to go ahead and reserve tickets now for the exciting inaugural season of Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show.
The holidays are here, and Dolly is ready to deck the halls with warmth, cheer, and a little extra sparkle! This Christmas season, she’s inviting everyone to celebrate the magic of togetherness, the joy of giving, and the timeless traditions that make this time of year so special.
"There’s nothing quite like Christmas to bring us together," Dolly says. "The music, the traditions, and the love that we share remind us of what’s most important—family, friends, and the spirit of giving. That's what makes this the most wonderful time of year!"
Take a closer look at everything Dolly has in store this holiday season!
Billboard has ranked Dolly #1 on their prestigious list of the "100 Greatest Country Artists of All Time." The list, compiled by Billboard’s editorial team, highlights the most influential and enduring figures in country music. Dolly’s spot at the top solidifies her legacy as a trailblazer whose impact transcends generations.
The merriment of the season returns during Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas, happening now through January 5, 2025, with cherished traditions for generations of Dollywood guests. From award-winning stage productions to delicious culinary masterpieces and 6 million twinkling lights, there is something festive in store for every family member.
Witness an incredible Christmas show at Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson, MO, and Pigeon Forge, TN! Experience a full-scale Nativity, a spectacular new ice-skating act, seasonal decorations, Santa Claus, an enchanting aerial performance and a delicious four-course holiday meal.
Celebrate the season at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show with a festive Christmas show in Myrtle Beach, SC, featuring thrilling stunts, a live Nativity, and a delicious holiday feast. In Pigeon Forge, TN, enjoy the classic pirate adventure with daring battles, impressive acrobatics, and family fun!
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library embraces the holiday season with gratitude and joy, reflecting on a transformative year marked by meaningful milestones and expanded impact. Dolly now mails a free book EVERY second, and each book delivered brings the Imagination Library closer to its goal of inspiring a lifelong love of reading—one child at a time.
Tickets are now on sale for the world premiere of Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony with the Nashville Symphony on March 20, 2025. This innovative multimedia concert experience showcases Dolly’s songs and the stories behind them through new orchestrations, captivating visuals, and special performances by guest vocalists and musicians, offering fans a one-of-a-kind symphonic journey into her life and music. Following the world premiere, performances will take place in select cities across the USA in the 2025/2026 season.
Dolly joins with some of Country’s most promising rising stars – Callie Twisselman, Maddie & Tae, and Jessie James Decker, for a new version of award-winning songwriter Diane Warren’s heartwarming song, "Gonna Be You," from the soundtrack of Paramount Pictures' box office hit 80 for Brady.
The Recording Academy® and the U.S. Department of State announced that Dolly is the 2024 recipient of the Peace Through Music Award, which honors an American music industry professional, artist or group who has played an invaluable role in cross-cultural exchanges and whose music work advances peace and mutual understanding globally.
Kendra Scott announces the launch of a limited-edition collection designed in partnership with Dolly Parton, now available for a limited time. Inspired by Kendra’s admiration of Dolly and her iconic 1974 song, "Love Is Like a Butterfly," each piece in this limited-edition collection embodies Dolly's spirit as a beacon of creativity and giving back.
Dolly has teamed up with Tennessee Tourism to inspire the ultimate Playcation. Together, they’re inviting kids—and kids-at-heart—to plan their perfect Tennessee adventure with the Tennessee Playcation Kid’s Guide. Ten Butterfly Tickets will be hidden randomly amongst the mailed guides offering a once-in-a lifetime VIP Dollywood Experience for the park’s 40th season in 2025, including luxury accommodations, season passes, and more!
The holiday season is a wonderful time of year! No matter where you spend the holidays, you can sense a spirit of joy, hope and love in the air that brings out the best in all of us. As Christmastime arrives, take time to reflect on the true reason for the season and appreciate all of the things that make the holidays so special—family, friends, and the spirit of giving.
Christmas is a time for caring
Bein' at your best
Christmas is a time for sharing
Knowin' you've been blessed
Christmas is a time for givin'
Love is made of this
That's what Christmas is
Merry Christmas!
One of the best parts about the holiday season is getting to spend time with loved ones and share special memories, and we have the perfect place where you can do just that! Visit Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to make it a Christmas you’ll always remember. You can watch an incredible Christmas show in Myrtle Beach, SC, or witness an exciting pirate adventure in Pigeon Forge, TN. Keep reading to learn more!
Get ready to put some “Yo ho” in your “Ho, ho, ho,” this holiday season when you visit Pirates Voyage in Myrtle Beach! This dinner attraction puts on an action-packed Christmas show that is sure to make your holiday one to remember. Watch as the Mystical Christmas Spirit takes Captain Scrooge on a journey through time and space to discover the meaning of Christmas, and be amazed as giant Christmas toys come to life to perform amazing acrobatics above the lagoon! The show also features a live nativity, complete with wise men and an angel with a special message for both landlubbers and pirates.
The show wouldn’t be complete without a pirate adventure! You’ll witness the Crimson and Emerald crews compete for the coveted Christmas treasure on land, on deck, in water, and high above two full-sized pirate ships! While you watch, enjoy a delicious holiday feast featuring Voyager Creamy Vegetable Soup, a Buccaneer Biscuit, Half O’ Roasted Cackler (Chicken), Swashbucklin’ Sugar-Cured Ham, Cob-O’ Buttery Corn, Matey’s Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Apple O’ Me Eye Pie for dessert, and unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea or coffee.
If you’re in Pigeon Forge for the holiday season, don’t miss the opportunity to visit Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show! Your family can enjoy an evening filled with thrilling pirate battles, impressive acrobatics and diving stunts, live animal tricks, and more. The Crimson and Sapphire crews battle and perform tricks unlike any you’ve seen before, and Salty the Sea Lion even joins in the action to battle Captain Blackbeard! During the show, you’ll get to dig into a feast that reminds you of the family meals you share on holidays back home. It includes Voyager Creamy Vegetable Soup, a Buccaneer Biscuit, Cracklin’ Pan-Fried Chicken, Swashbucklin’ Sugar-Cured Ham, Cob-O’ Buttery Corn, Matey’s Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Apple O’ Me Eye Pie for dessert, and unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea or coffee.
Be sure to arrive at both locations early so you can Join the Crew and be transformed into a swashbuckling pirate or a beautiful mermaid. You’ll also want to stop by the gift shop to find the perfect holiday gift for the pirate lover in your life and pick up some creamy soup mix so you can recreate the dish for Christmas back home!
Are you ready for a Christmas to remember at Pirates Voyage? Visit their website to learn more and get tickets.
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is setting sail on a Christmas expedition incomparable to any other entertainment experience this holiday season. Opening on Oct. 30, Pirates Voyage will provide guests with an unforgettable performance that takes a twist on a classic Christmas tale with the enjoyment of a lavish four-course holiday feast served by a boisterous crew of characters bringing the “Yo Ho” to the season’s “Ho Ho Ho.”
The holiday adventure is a swashbuckling spin on “A Christmas Carol” with Captain Scrooge and his
faithful first mate Bob Crachit. The Mystical Christmas Spirit whisks the captain through time to discover the true meaning of Christmas, including a “dream” where larger-than-life toys come alive and perform breathtaking acrobatics soaring above the Pirates Voyage indoor lagoon, which features a million gallons of water. A comical Christmas castaway and her jolly sea lion companion add merriment and humor to the festive entertainment. The thrills continue with a monumental battle between the crimson and emerald pirates as they compete for the coveted Christmas treasure. The pinnacle of the Pirates Voyage holiday spectacle is a live nativity scene featuring a gentle angel with an inspirational message reminding everyone of the reason for the season.
“At my Pirates Voyage dinner show, Christmas is more than just a celebration,” Dolly said. “Folks coming to this show get to sit down together, have fun and enjoy a great big holiday feast while watching our pirate crew learn the true meaning of Christmas. My family is always looking to find fun new ways to make memories together at Christmas, and I also love new ways to tell favorite stories. So I love how Captain Scrooge and all the pirates and mermaids get into the Christmas spirit, but my favorite part of the show is always the Nativity scene that so beautifully tells the precious story of that first Christmas. I can’t wait for everyone to share this unforgettable holiday journey with us.”
During their voyage, guests will satisfy their holiday appetites with a delicious four-course feast, crafted right from Captain Scrooge’s galley. The meal begins with voyager creamy vegetable soup and
buccaneer bread. Next, guests receive “half o’ roasted cackler” (chicken), Captain’s ham, cob o’ buttery corn and matey’s mac ‘n’ cheese. Apple o ’me eye Christmas pie and unlimited Coca-Cola® products, tea or coffee complete the meal. Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available by request.
Show times and reservations are available by calling (843) 497-9700 or visiting www.piratesvoyage.com.
