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Dollywood’s Newest Attraction Revealed: NightFlight Expedition Soars Into Wildwood Grove in 2026

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Wednesday, September 17, 2025) – Eager Dollywood guests no longer have to wonder what’s taking shape inside the sprawling new building in Wildwood Grove, as officials today announced NightFlight Expedition, a more than $50 million attraction coming to the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, park in 2026. It is the largest attraction investment in […]

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Dollywood’s Harvest Festival Artist Spotlights: The Grascals & Keith Anderson

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Monday, Sept. 15, 2025) — Whistling winds blow through the Smoky Mountain leaves, carrying the chill of the season into Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana (now–Oct. 27). Dollywood welcomes a number of guest-favorite artists during the Harvest Festival including Keith Anderson (Sept. 20-21) and The Grascals (Sept.22-24). Keith Anderson is a […]

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Dollywood’s Harvest Festival Artist Spotlight: Triumphant Quartet

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Friday, Sept. 12, 2025) —Displaying rich and bold hues, the trees covering the hillside surrounding Dollywood turn orange, red and yellow. Dollywood’s Harvest Festival Presented by Humana (now– Oct. 27) welcomes a number of guest-favorite artists during the Harvest Festival including Southern gospel quartet and East Tennessee natives, Triumphant Quartet (Sept. 15-19). […]

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Dollywood to Host Inaugural Run Dollywood Race Weekend in April 2026

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025)— Dollywood has always been a place where memories are measured in smiles—now those memories also can be measured in miles thanks to the inaugural Dollywood Parks & Resorts Run Dollywood race weekend set for April 25-26, 2026. Participants can enjoy Dollywood’s Flower & Food Festival, as well as […]

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Dollywood’s Harvest FestivalArtist Spotlight: “Always Loretta” Featuring the Original Coalminers and Emily Portman

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025) –The rhythm of autumn settles into the Smoky Mountains inviting guests to celebrate the sights and the sounds of the season at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana (Sept. 12–Oct. 27). Taking center stage for the first time at Dollywood is a heartfelt tribute to country music legend […]

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Autumn Comes Alive at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival Presented by Humana

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee— (Sept. 8, 2025)— As crisp autumn air begins to make its way into the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood comes to life with the sights, sounds and flavors of fall during the Harvest Festival presented by Humana (Sept. 12 – Oct. 27). The park is dressed and ready for the season with brilliant fall décor […]

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No Tricks, Just Treats This Fall in Pigeon Forge

Festive events, music, and Halloween-themed offerings await visitors and guests this fall. PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Sept. 8, 2025) – Autumn temperatures are on the way, and Pigeon Forge plans for fall’s arrival with festive offerings for the entire family. With seasonal festivals, music events, family-friendly Halloween happenings and more, Pigeon Forge invites everyone to plan […]

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Dollywood Earns Three Golden Ticket Awards

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Sept. 8, 2025)— Dollywood added to its Amusement Today Golden Ticket Awards wins tally, earning three more world’s best honors during the annual award ceremony on Saturday evening.   The Golden Ticket Awards, the theme park industry’s most prestigious awards ceremony, took place Saturday evening at Carowinds theme park in Charlotte. Dollywood received finalist placement in […]

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Dollywood’s Harvest Festival Nominated for USA Today 10Best Award

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Aug. 25, 2025) — Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana has once again been nominated for the USA Today 10Best Award for Best Theme Park Halloween Event.  The Harvest Festival—which features the wildly popular Great Pumpkin LumiNights—has been a perennial favorite for the award. The USA Today contest, which now is live, runs through […]

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Pigeon Forge Ranks 26th Among Tripadvisor’s Most-Viewed Destinations

PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Aug. 7, 2025)—Pigeon Forge (Tennessee), one of the Southeast’s most popular vacation destinations, ranked 26th among the most viewed destinations on Tripadvisor.  The ranking represents second quarter results among domestic travelers. The complete list is available here.  “Tripadvisor’s rankings place Pigeon Forge in great company and alongside major markets including New York City, Las Vegas, […]