b'Autumn brings change, the changing of the season and changing of the leaves, but for those who frequent the smokies, it also brings changes to your options for entertainment and fun. Pigeon Forge is a fast-paced city, with new and exciting things opening and improving all the time, and this fall you have some exciting new options for your Smoky Mountain vacation.First up is the Paula Deens Lumberjack Feud and their ever-expanding experiences. Fresh off the heels of an expansion that featured an Adventure Park that allowed visitors to test their skills at a multi-level ropes course, log rolling, the boom run, an 80-foot freewill jump tower and a zip line coaster, they have added even more Lumberjack fun! Now they offer their all new Axe Throwingcompetition! Tryyourhandatoneofthemostexcitingcompetitionsthat Lumberjacks made famous, and is presently growing in popularity across the nation. An axe throwing coach will teach you how to throw and experience the activity safely. Compete against friends and family to see who can hit the bulls eye! Experience the rush of axe throwing and so much more at Paula Deens Lumberjack Feud.If you are in town for Halloween, there are a couple of great events that you will want to check out. Crave Golf Club is hosting an all new event on October 30 & 31 this year, where you can trick or treat, enjoy Halloween music and play on their candy-themed miniature golf course. On October 31, the Island in Pigeon Forge is also hosting a HUGE Halloween bash at their Trick of Treat Event. Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Island and enjoy free trick or treating that night, as well as unlimited rides for just $5 for anyone wearing a costume. Live Bluegrass music by the band Midnight Run will play from 5:00 - 11:00 on the Ole Smoky stage as well. Even if you are not in your familiar neighborhood this Halloween, it doesnt mean that your kids should miss out on the fun!The Biblical Times Dinner Theater in Pigeon Forge has also expanded and will be hosting their first Fall Concert Series this year. Special guests The LeFevre Quartet, Gold City, Greater Vision, The Old Paths and many more will perform! Also, the theater has grown as they are now home to Feasters on Teasters! Feasters is the newest dining experience in the smokies, serving both new and Native American food. With choices to satisfy any craving, they know youll love it. Feasters is open Sunday - Saturday from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm and is located on the Parkway at the Biblical Times Dinner Theater.Rounding out the new options in Pigeon Forge is some amazing new stores at the Tower Shops at the Mountain Mile, located on Teaster Lane just off the Parkway. REI Outdoor Gear and Equipment has everything that you could need for your outdoor experiences in thesmokies. Whether you are hiking, camping or just enjoying the great outdoors, REI is a must stop before you head out. Also, in the Tower shops, you will find The Coffee Armory,serving Black Rifle Coffee Company brews to visitors and locals alike. Across the Parkway at the Publix Shopping Center, you will find the Dulce Nitrogen Ice Cream & Bubble Tea shop. Locally owned and operated, this unique shop is serv-ingupfreshlymadeicecreamandbubbleteasto order, even offering a bubble waffle with Nitrogen Ice Cream. With so many new options in Pigeon Forge, the only real decision is when will you return to do it all again! SmokyMountainNavigator.com 43'