Dollywood

About the Business

Specialties

Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is recognized as one of the world's best theme parks. Spanning165 acres and located near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood offers more than 50 ridesand attractions, including Lightning Rod, Wild Eagle, the country's first wing coaster, as well asThunderhead wooden coaster and the 110-ton Dollywood Express steam engine. The park adds Big BearMountain--the longest coaster at Dollywood--in 2023. Dollywood's entertainment, recognizedworldwide, has won more awards than any other theme park for its live shows featuring country,bluegrass, Southern gospel and classic rock. Master craftsmen demonstrate the area's rich artistry -from hand-blown glass to blacksmithing. Dollywood hosts several of the South's largest festivalsthroughout the season. Open March 11, 2023- Jan. 6, 2024. Operating days and hours vary; for moreinformation, visit Dollywood.com.

History

Established in 1986.

A family tradition for many families, Dollywood's Harvest Festival presented by Humana (Sept. 23- Oct. 29) celebrates the beauty of fall in the Smokies with thousands of carved pumpkins, spirited performances from talented artists and the fun of Great Pumpkin LumiNights presented by Covenant Health. Great Pumpkin LumiNights, which previously has been named the best theme park harvest event in the world, features elaborate displays that create the picture-perfect photo op for families to enjoy. New in 2022, guests will have a hoot in Craftsman's Valley as it transforms into Hoot Owl Hollow, thanks to a number of owl-themed displays both in the park and suspended in the trees above.