After having just finished a decade of unparalleled growth, The Dollywood Company held a press conference today to announce an ambitious investment strategy that will see the Smoky Mountain vacation destination expand over the next decade as part of a $500 million investment. One of the first projects in the campaign is a 302-room Dollywood […]

Dollywood kicked off its 2021 calendar with today’s Season Passholder Day which hosted a number of excited guests ready to experience everything the Pigeon Forge family destination had to offer for its 36th season. After receiving stellar guest reviews throughout 2020 about the overall park experience, Dollywood has a bright outlook for 2021. The Company […]

This morning, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced that Kentucky Kingdom is officially under new management. Last week, Kentucky Kingdom teased a social media post using the hashtag “#ANewStory” that sent the internet into a frenzy. After many thought the post was for a new attraction, we dissected it down to Kentucky Kingdom being acquired. Today, officials […]

A mysterious teaser was posted by Kentucky Kingdom this afternoon. The post, made to social media, was a short video accompanied by the hashtag #ANewStory. While at first glance the post seems to indicate a new ride, the details contained within the teaser suggests otherwise. The map features points located in Cincinnati, New Jersey, Louisville, […]

Dolly Parton and The Dollywood Foundation announced today she has tapped David Dotson, the current foundation CEO, to pursue important future projects for her and her companies. “I have worked with David for 21 years, so he certainly has a special place in my heart,” Parton said. “I know he will help my companies create […]

After being named by USA Today as the country’s best fall theme park event last year, Dollywood’s Harvest Festival presented by Humana (Sept. 25-Oct. 31) is back this season with several fresh changes that echo many of the same warm traditions that make this nationally-known event a favorite for so many. A colorful, lively atmosphere […]

Dollywood hosts its annual Homeschool Days now – Sept. 21, and with more people turning to homeschooling as an option due to the current pandemic, some families who visit may be surprised at how much they can learn from a trip to the Smoky Mountain park. During Homeschool Days, students in grades K-12 may purchase […]

The most popular and most visited dinner show will stampede back into action just in time for the busy Independence Day holiday weekend. Dolly Parton’s Stampede in both Branson, MO and Pigeon Forge TN, will open for its first dinner shows since March starting in July. The Branson, Missouri location will open on Wednesday, July […]

After careful preparation, Dollywood Parks and Resorts will reopen beginning with Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa on June 10. Dollywood Theme Park and Splash Country Water Park will open exclusively for season passholders on June 15 and June 16. Then, both parks open to the general public on Wednesday, June 17. “We are excited to […]

Dollywood again solidified its place among the nation’s premier family destinations as Dolly Parton today officially opened Wildwood Grove, the largest expansion in park history. Parton opened the fascinating new land to visitors ready to enjoy its 11 thrilling new experiences. During an early morning media event, Parton shared the inspiration and dreams that led […]