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Dolly Parton Kicks Off Dollywood’s 40th Anniversary Season During Season Passholders, Media Preview Day

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—March 14, 2025— Dollywood’s 40th anniversary season is officially underway after the park’s namesake and Dreamer-in-Chief Dolly Parton welcomed guests and media during the park’s first day of operation today.  The event marked her first public appearance following the passing of her beloved husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, on March 3.  During the […]

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Dollywood Prepares for 40th Anniversary Season with Multiple Construction Projects To Enhance Guest Experience 

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Feb. 26, 2025) — On Feb. 24, members of the media were able to get a firsthand look at several of the more than 100 off-season construction projects currently taking place at Dollywood theme park. When Dollywood opens to season passholders on Friday, March 14, they’ll be able to experience for themselves how these […]

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Dolly Parton’s Wardrobe Exhibit Opens at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.–Feb. 6, 2025 –For a limited time, guests of Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort and Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa can explore a curated selection from Dolly’s iconic wardrobe. The collection, which is displayed in the Acoustic Lounge at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge, features 18 pieces of the international icon’s fashion statements through the […]

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Winter Music Series Returns to Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Dec. 10, 2024) — A lineup of talented performers is set to take the stage during this year’s Winter Music Series, creating unforgettable memories at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa. Sounds of unique and harmonious melodies fill the Smoky Mountain air as event guests enjoy a series of musical performances in an […]

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Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Nominated for USA Today 10Best Award

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Nov. 4, 2024) – Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana (now – Jan. 5, 2025), a winter tradition for so many families, has been nominated for the USA Today 10Best Reader’s Choice Award for Best Theme Park Holiday Event.  America’s best theme park Christmas event is home to more than 6 […]

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Dollywood Named America’s Best Theme Park Customer Service by Newsweek

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 30, 2024) — Newsweek has named Dollywood Parks & Resorts as the #1 theme park company in the United States for customer service. Following a recurring trend for the Smoky Mountain family destination, the award follows several recent honors that have recognized the park and its resorts as the best-of-the-best.  The […]

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America’s Legendary Best Theme Park Christmas Event Begins Nov. 1

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 29, 2024) — The merriment of the season returns during Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana (Nov. 1, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025) with cherished traditions for generations of Dollywood guests. From award-winning stage productions to delicious culinary masterpieces and 6 million twinkling lights, there is something festive in store […]

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Dollywood’s Splash Country Honored with World Waterpark Association Award

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 25, 2024) — Dollywood’s Splash Country water park recently received the Al Turner Memorial Commitment to Excellence Award, presented annually by the World Waterpark Association (WWA).  According to the WWA, this honor is awarded to individuals, parks or organizations that provide leadership or fostered a sense of community.  “We are so proud of […]

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Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud Serves Up a Sleigh-Load of Laughs, Merry Memories for Families this Holiday Season

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 24, 2024) – The holly-jolly chaos of the Christmas season is back with a classic Christmas disaster at the Hatfield & McCoy Christmas Dinner Feud in Pigeon Forge, delivering a yuletide show that will have families laughing all the way through the holiday experience. America’s two favorite feuding families have a […]

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Festive Family Fun Greets Holiday Season with Entertaining Christmas Show at Dolly Parton’s Stampede

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 23, 2024) – Magic is in the air as Dolly Parton’s Stampede ushers in the holiday season with an inviting dinner show featuring an all-new, thrilling ice-skating performance to warm the hearts of all. The sights and sounds of Christmas will be abundant as guests experience a full-scale Nativity, a spectacular […]