PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee–May 7, 2025)–With Dollywood in the middle of an exciting 40th anniversary season, the park had several big wins in the most recent Newsweek Readers’ Choice Award voting. Dollywood is known for its culinary offerings, and with a new location called the Wilderness Pass Restaurant having opened last weekend, the Smoky Mountain theme park […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (May 6, 2025) – When Dolly Parton opened Dollywood’s Splash Country in 2001, her vision was to have a water park that offered families and friends summertime fun and splashy adventures in the scenic Great Smoky Mountains. As Splash Country opens for its 25thseason on May 10, the award-winning water park known […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (April 3, 2025) — Zach Williams and legendary Christian rock band Skillet headline Dollywood’s popular contemporary Christian music event, Rock the Smokies, with multiple shows set to take place in Celebrity Theater on Saturday, Aug. 23. One of contemporary Christian music’s most well-known names, Zach Williams has become known for chart-toppers—including “There Was Jesus,” […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]