Take Your Smoky Mountain Date to the Movies!

Just like outer space and neuroscience, dating is one of the final frontiers of human understanding. What does he want to do this weekend? Where does she want to eat? What should you wear? There is no easy formula to answer such universal mysteries, and therefore, dating is a complex game of uncertainty. That said, the love gurus at Mobile Brochure have put their heads together to take some of the guesswork out of the equation. Whether you’re a new couple in the butterflies phase or your relationship is time-tested and true, get inspired with these movie date ideas in the Smokies!

Dinner & A Movie in Pigeon Forge

For your first option, you can’t go wrong with a classic approach. Dinner at a nice restaurant sets a romantic tone, while the movie gives you something to talk about. An evening showtime at a Pigeon Forge movie theater will make it clear that your interest is far from waning. Plus, this intimate movie date will help you to reconnect over a shared genre of interest.

The Forge Cinemas

Located right off the Parkway, the Forge Cinemas is the best Pigeon Forge movie theater when you want to treat your date well while keeping to a budget. All of their movies cost only $5, yet you still get the superior quality you’d expect at the cinema. This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with digital projection with 3D capability, digital surround sound, and stadium-style seating. The Forge Cinemas is open seven days a week, screening the latest Hollywood films plus a variety of re-released films.

Catch a 4:30 or 6:00 pm showtime at your local Pigeon Forge movie theater to leave yourselves plenty of time for dinner afterward. After your movie appetizers of popcorn and candy, there’s nothing that satisfies a rumbling stomach better than a juicy steak.

Alamo Steakhouse

Just a five-minute drive up the Parkway from the Forge Cinemas, Alamo Steakhouse brings the finest Texan-style steaks to Eastern Tennessee. Their aged steaks are hand-cut, seasoned and grilled over oak until beautifully seared and tender, and their burgers are ground in-house. You’ll also find plenty of equally delicious chicken, pork, and seafood entrées for those who aren’t in the mood for steak.

Start with some hot crab dip or flame-grilled oysters, then splurge on a Texas T-bone or Salmon Oscar (wild caught salmon topped with crab meat and hollandaise). Spice it up with the Chili Rubbed Pork Chops Dinner, or enjoy the best of both worlds with the Blue Cheesy Filet Tips & Shrimp. Remember to leave room to split a dessert like the Chocolate Burrito, Sea Salt Caramel Cheesecake, or Apple Crisp.

Catch the Matinee & Brunch in Sevierville

What’s your ideal date style? Some people prefer the grand gesture of a romantic dinner and movie. For others, it might feel like too much of a production. If you like to keep things cool and casual, consider option two: a daytime movie date at a Sevierville movie theater! Get together with your special friend for an indulgent pancake brunch while the morning is still ripe. Once your bellies are bursting with maple syrup and your brains are fully online with some coffee, head over to Governor’s Crossing 14.

Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin

What’s cozier than waking up to crisp forest air and the lovely sight of blue peaks? How about venturing to a quaint cabin to devour a hot breakfast of specialty pancakes? Designed like a log cabin with a cozy fireplace in the center, Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin makes the perfect brunch date venue. Plus, all their breakfast dishes are made from scratch!

Start with an egg platter with applewood smoked bacon, sausage, country ham or chicken fried steak to get your fill of protein. Then, follow it up with a stack of pancakes with mixed berries, blueberries, strawberries, chocolate chips, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, or pecans. Their griddle also offers multi-grain and gluten-free pancakes, plus a variety of crêpes and waffles. Plus, each platter, omelet or skillet dish comes with two pancakes, so remember to bring a healthy appetite!

Governor’s Crossing 14

While Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin has several locations in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Kodak, too, plan to hit the one in Sevierville. From there, you’ll only be a five-minute drive from the Sevierville movie theater, Governor’s Crossing 14. Between their 46,000-watt stereo surround sound systems and 55-foot-wide screens, you can experience your favorite characters in precise detail on the big screen! Grab a post-brunch snack of popcorn and sodas, settle into your luxury recliner seats, and brace yourselves for a two-hour adventure of your choice!

Kid-Friendly Movie Theaters in Gatlinburg

If you and your partner are lucky enough to call yourselves parents, it can be challenging to set aside time for date nights or find a babysitter. That said, there is nothing wrong with having a third- and fourth-wheel when it’s your lovely kiddos! A family date is a creative way to pursue romance when kids are in the picture. For your third option, consider spending an afternoon at one of the local kid-friendly movie theaters.

Ripley’s Moving Theater

Ripley’s Moving Theater offers so much more than just an action-packed story on screen. This one-of-a-kind cinematic experience uses state-of-the-art motion simulation to move your seats. Hold on tight as you feel every bump, jump, twist, and turn depicted on screen. At Ripley’s Moving Theater, you’ll feel like you’re tagging along with the heroes on their adventure, whether on a magic carpet ride with Aladdin or a pirate ship with Red Beard!

Shoot ‘Em Up Cinema 7D

Just like Ripley’s Moving Theater, Shoot ‘Em Up Cinema 7D allows you as audience members to participate in the thrilling on-screen action. This western-themed attraction equips you with a mechanical moving horse, 3D glasses, and a six-shooter. As you chase the runaway wagon and try to save the day, compete with your partner and kids to see who can get the best shot!

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There is never a one-size-fits-all approach to the convoluted rules of dating. However, you generally can’t go wrong with mealtime and a movie. Cultivate a romantic evening at a Pigeon Forge movie theater prefaced with a savory steak dinner. Or, you could keep things light and casual with brunch and a matinee at the Sevierville movie theater. If there are special kiddos in your lives, make it a family date at one of the interactive kid-friendly movie theaters in Gatlinburg. With these sample movie date plans, you’ll have a better idea of what to do and eat this weekend with your significant other. As for what to wear – well, you’ll have to figure that one out on your own!

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