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Pigeon Forge Homeschool Family Getaway

Learn, Explore, Splash & Make Memories Together!

March 21–23, 2027 · 3 Days / 2 Nights

Pigeon Forge & Sevierville, Tennessee

Join Freedom to Explore Travel Agency for an unforgettable homeschool family getaway in the beautiful Smoky Mountains! This three-day experience brings homeschool families together for hands-on learning, exciting attractions, indoor waterpark adventures, and opportunities to make lasting friendships. Whether your children love science, history, adventure, or swimming, this getaway offers something for the entire family.

All participating families must stay at the designated group hotel for the full March 21–23, 2027 trip: three days and two nights. Shorter stays and off-site accommodations are not available.

All accommodations, activities, pricing, and scheduling are subject to final confirmation.

Preferred accommodations

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort — Country Tower (preferred; pending confirmation)

Check-in: Sunday, March 21 · Check-out: Tuesday, March 23

Country Cascades keeps the waterpark, pools, and slides right on the resort property, so families can swim and play just steps from their room.

  • Waterpark with waterslides
  • Pools & splash areas
  • Family-friendly water attractions
  • On-site dining
  • Family accommodations
  • Waterpark access with a registered resort stay

Check-in times, waterpark access, and swim sessions are subject to resort policies, operating hours, and maintenance schedules.

Hotel rates start at $246 for a Country Tower room (3 guests)

Group attraction rates and room availability are still being confirmed.

Illustration of a family waterpark resort with waterslides in Pigeon Forge
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Three Days of Discovery

Proposed itinerary — all times are tentative until reservations and activity schedules are confirmed.

Day 1 · Sunday, March 21

Arrival & Waterpark Adventures

  1. 12:00 PM

    Resort Arrival

    Arrive at Country Cascades. Pre-register and enjoy the waterpark, subject to the resort’s operating hours.

  2. 12:00–4:00 PM

    Waterpark Fun

    Waterslides, pools, and family-friendly water attractions at the resort’s waterpark.

  3. 4:00 PM

    Hotel Check-in

    Settle into your room; room readiness is subject to resort confirmation.

  4. 6:00 PM

    Homeschool Family Meet-and-Greet

    Meet other families and kick off our getaway together!

  5. Evening

    Free Time

    Swim, relax, or explore local restaurants. Meals are on your own.

Day 2 · Monday, March 22

Science & Adventure

  1. 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

    WonderWorks Pigeon Forge

    Explore more than 100 hands-on exhibits: weather, space, physics, engineering, and interactive experiments. Ropes course, laser tag, and 4D theater depend on ticket inclusions and age, height, or weight requirements.

  2. 12:00–1:00 PM

    Lunch

    Families enjoy lunch independently.

  3. 1:30–3:30 PM

    Lost Mine Mountain Coaster & Mini-Golf

    A mountain coaster ride and themed miniature golf. Choose activities based on age, comfort, and provider participation requirements.

  4. 4:00 PM

    Return to Country Cascades

    More waterpark fun, subject to resort operating hours.

  5. Evening

    Dinner & Family Time

    Relax, swim, and spend time with other homeschool families.

Day 3 · Tuesday, March 23

Waterpark & Titanic History

  1. 8:00–11:00 AM

    Morning Waterpark Time

    Breakfast on your own, a final swim if operating hours permit, and preparation for checkout.

  2. 11:00 AM

    Hotel Checkout

    Check out of your rooms.

  3. 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

    Additional Waterpark Time

    Enjoy the waterpark after checkout, subject to resort policies and operating hours.

  4. 12:30–1:30 PM

    Lunch

    Enjoy lunch before our final attraction.

  5. 1:30–3:30 PM

    Titanic Museum Attraction

    Authentic artifacts, recreated ship interiors, passenger stories, interactive exhibits, maritime history, and engineering lessons.

  6. 3:30 PM

    Farewell & Departure

    Say goodbye to your homeschool friends and begin your journey home!

Family riding Lost Mine Mountain Coaster
Lost Mine Mountain Coaster & Mini-Golf · Photo: Lost Mine
Titanic Museum Attraction exterior in Pigeon Forge
Titanic Museum Attraction · Photo: Titanic Museum Attraction

Special Homeschool Group Pricing Coming Soon!

We’re working to secure discounted accommodations and group attraction rates. Final pricing depends on travelers, children’s ages, room occupancy, and selected activities.

Hotel rates start at $246 for a Country Tower room (3 guests)

Planned Package Inclusions

  • Two nights at Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
  • Waterpark admission with the hotel stay
  • WonderWorks admission
  • Mountain coaster and/or mini golf activities
  • Titanic Museum admission
  • Homeschool group activities and socializing

Final inclusions will be confirmed before booking opens.

Not Included

  • Transportation
  • Meals and beverages
  • Personal purchases
  • Optional activities outside the final package
  • Additional charges not specified in the confirmed package
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Make Memories in the Smoky Mountains!

Three days of exciting attractions, hands-on learning, indoor waterpark adventures, and unforgettable homeschool friendships!

March 21–23, 2027

Joining is free and does not obligate you to book. Organized by Freedom to Explore Travel Agency.