The Iris theater is located in the iconic SPACE NEEDLE in beautiful downtown Gatlinburg Tennessee. If you are traveling from Pigeon Forge, take the Parkway towards Gatlinburg to traffic light #8 in Gatlinburg. Turn LEFT and LOOK UP! You can’t miss the SPACE NEEDLE! Parking is located in various lots around the city. There are three lots within 1000 feet of the SPACE NEEDLE. TRAFFIC CAN BE HEAVY so plan accordingly!