PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. – (Sept. 15, 2026) – The iconic Dollywood butterfly has found a new place to spread its wings this year—flying around several of the country’s most legendary race tracks. The Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, park has served as an associate sponsor on City Garage Motorsports’ No. 85 ARCA Menards Series East race car and driver […]
GATLINBURG, Tennessee (Sept. 14, 2026)— Great Smoky Mountains National Park reminds visitors to view wildlife safely as elk and black bear activity increases this fall. Autumn offers opportunities to witness elk during their annual breeding season, known as the rut, and to observe bears feeding on fall food sources. While these experiences can be amazing to witness, they also require caution, awareness and respect for wildlife. With proper precautions, visitors can safely appreciate the remarkable seasonal wildlife activity. Following […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Sept. 14, 2026)—Four more Amusement Today Golden Ticket Awards are on their way to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with Dollywood claiming more “best of” honors than any other theme park in the world during the annual award ceremony held Saturday evening. The Golden Ticket Awards, the theme park industry’s most prestigious awards ceremony, took place Saturday […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—(Sept. 10, 2026) — With a refreshing coolness soon on its way to the evening air of the Smokies, the time is perfect for Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana (Sept. 14 – Oct. 31). A longstanding tradition for many, the Harvest Festival greets guests with an amazing autumn atmosphere, thanks to the glowingly popular […]
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — As autumn approaches, Great Smoky Mountains National Park looks forward to welcoming visitors to enjoy its world-renowned fall foliage. The changing leaves, cooler temperatures, wildlife viewing and special events bring in a high volume of visitors, congested traffic and limited parking. Check out the tips below to navigate the crowds and make the most of fall in the Great Smoky Mountains. Popular destinations like Cades Cove, Kuwohi and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail will […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — (Aug. 24, 2026) — 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 […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee —(Aug. 14, 2026) — Dollywood’s newest attraction, the more than $60 million NightFlight Expedition, was celebrated with great fanfare today during a ride dedication event attended by media, VIPs and park season passholders. A common description overheard by many as they exited the ride was simply, “Incredible!” Anticipation for the ride has been high […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee—(Aug. 10, 2026) —For Dollywood resorts’ guests, the journey to find Secret Lake begins at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort and Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa. During their stay, guests of Dollywood’s resorts will enjoy NightFlight Expedition themed décor, experiences and activations throughout both lodging properties. Special NightFlight Expedition room packages also are available. […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee – (Aug. 6, 2026) – As students head back to the classroom and anticipation builds for the Aug. 19 public opening of Dollywood’s NightFlight Expedition, a new educational contest gives teachers a fun way to engage their students and help them learn about one of nature’s most fascinating wonders—bioluminescence and biofluorescence. Dollywood, Smokies […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (July 14, 2026) –Pigeon Forge city officials recently unveiled plans to expand the multi-purpose LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge. The project includes an additional 58,000 square feet, with 33,000 square feet specifically earmarked for exhibit space. The city-owned event center will remain open and host events during the two-year construction project. Since […]