PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee –(June 26, 2026) – With 1,442 participants on Thursday, June 25, Dollywood’s Splash Country welcomed more participants than any other host location worldwide during the 2026 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, as well as the largest participation total in the water park’s 16-year history of hosting the event. The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee — (June 23, 2026) — Dollywood’s Resorts are kicking off the summer season with seasonal food and beverage offerings, along with special entertainment experiences inspired by Dollywood’s Summer Celebration presented by Food City. From refreshing, themed spa treatments to parties by the pool and grand patriotic chocolate displays, Dollywood’s Resorts are the perfect […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee — (June 22, 2026) — Dollywood adds to its recent run of awards with Newsweek naming the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, theme park to its Greatest Workplaces 2026 lists for America and for the state of Tennessee. The lists were compiled following the results of a recent survey. The Greatest Workplace awards are based on a […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee – (June 19, 2026) – Run Dollywood is going the extra mile with an expanded three-day race weekend that lets runners “fall” in love with the beauty of Dollywood and the Smoky Mountains during the award-winning Harvest Festival presented by Humana. The race weekend takes place Sept. 25-27, and participant registration is now […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee – (June 18, 2026) – Harvey’s Boo Bash, Dollywood theme park’s very first separately-ticketed, after-hours special event, is set to carve out a new fall tradition, serving up a harvest of family-friendly fun and festivities after dark. Harvey’s Boo Bash takes place on Oct. 16, 23 and 30 after Dollywood’s Harvest Festival […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee – (June 15, 2026) – As summer heats up in the Smokies, Dollywood’s Splash Country wants to remind its guests the best tips and tricks for safe summer fun. For the 16th season, Dollywood’s Splash Country is hosting Water Safety Day presented by Blue Lizard Sunscreen. This year’s event occurs on Thursday, June […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee — (June 12, 2026) — One of Dollywood’s long-standing promotions has been extended into the summer to thank those who work tirelessly each day to serve our country and communities. Dollywood’s Public Employee Appreciation Days has been a popular promotion this season, with qualifying guests from across the country taking advantage of this special offer. […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (June 11, 2026) – Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration presented by Food City (June 15- Aug. 2) returns this summer with high-energy entertainment, family fun and a patriotic flair as America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday. From a dazzling drone and fireworks spectacular to mouthwatering culinary items and festive Americana-themed décor and […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee–(May 20, 2026) — With Memorial Day just around the corner, families are ready to hit the road to visit the nation’s top attractions. Those looking for the best theme parks should look no further than Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Dollywood Parks & Resorts. The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) once again has named […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee — (May 11, 2026) — With plenty of sun-soaked days and glowing nights ahead, Dollywood’s Splash Country opens for its 26th season on Saturday, May 16. The Smokies’ friendliest water park is welcoming guests back this summer with a brand-new nighttime event, fresh food items and 35-acres of summertime fun. New this season, Neon Nights […]