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 singer/songwriter that has multiple top 10 hits including “Pickin’ Wildflowers” and “Every Time I Hear Your Name.” Anderson co-wrote Big & Rich’s song titled “Lost in This Moment.” Anderson says he doesn’t write songs for other people in mind; he writes what he knows and feels, keeping the ones that speak to him while he’s recording.
“Dollywood is a special place because it celebrates the roots of country music,” said Anderson. “Being able to perform there as I’m celebrating the 20th anniversary of my debut album will be a special night. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with fans in a place that truly represents what music is about.”
Anderson mentioned that the festival is more than just another show—it’s a reminder of why he started making music in the first place. “Spending a fall weekend at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival is a tradition of great music in the beautiful Smoky Mountains,” recalled Anderson. “It’s an experience that reminds me how lucky I am to be playing music for a living.”
The Grascals is a band created through friendships and appreciation for an innovative blend of bluegrass music. They have received three Grammy nominations and multiple awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association and the Society of the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America.
“Dollywood’s Harvest Festival is a big deal for The Grascals as we get to be a part of a premier show with some of our favorite performers at our favorite park, Dollywood,” says Jamie Grascal Johnson. “We love the music, fall leaves around the park and the food!”
The band sees the festival as more than just a stop on tour, it’s a highlight that blends music and fall, “we always love to return to Dollywood not only to perform in front of the great crowds in a state-of-the-art theater but also to enjoy the amazing park atmosphere,” said Kristin Scott Benson.
Keith Anderson and The Grascals are among the many artists performing during Dollywood’s Harvest Festival, which delights guests with more than 700 individual performances. Other artists include Sidewalk Prophets, Triumphant Quartet, Emily Ann Roberts, Daily & Vincent, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage and The Original Coalminers featuring Emily Portman’s Always Loretta.
Dollywood’s Harvest Festival offers more than just live music. During the day, guests can enjoy harvest-themed culinary creations and picture-perfect photo ops with more than 12,000 pumpkins throughout the park. By night, the pumpkins come to life, thanks to the park’s award-winning Great Pumpkin LumiNights. Dollywood theme park is open daily from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. during the Harvest Festival.
For more information about Dollywood’s Harvest Festival, please visit Dollywood.com or download the Dollywood app.
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About Dollywood Parks & Resorts: A highly awarded and widely recognized leader in the amusement industry, Dollywood Parks & Resorts—which celebrates its 40th anniversary season in 2025—consists of the 165-acre Dollywood theme park; the 35-acre Dollywood’s Splash Country; and two award-winning resort properties: Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa, and Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort. As unique as its namesake and owner Dolly Parton, Dollywood is the 2010 Applause Award winner, the theme park industry’s highest accolade; winner of 64 Golden Ticket Awards; and recipient of 28 Brass Ring Awards for Live Entertainment. The park is located near Great Smoky Mountains National Park and earned the Golden Ticket Award for the Best Park in the world in 2023. In 2022 and 2024, Dollywood was named by Tripadvisor as the #1 theme park in the country based on actual guest reviews. It also has been recognized as a top U.S. theme park by USA Today on multiple occasions. Dollywood is open mid-March through early January and offers rides and attractions, shows and crafters authentic to the East Tennessee region. Dollywood’s Splash Country, recognized by the Travel Channel and Tripadvisor as one of the country’s most beautiful water parks, operates from mid-May to mid-September. Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa as well as Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort provide guests with spectacular mountain views and family-friendly amenities next door to Dollywood theme park and Dollywood’s Splash Country. For more information, visit dollywood.com. Operating days and hours vary.
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