We all know labor shortages plagued consumers everywhere in 2021. While we can’t control global pandemics and the ripple effects, we can commit to proactive steps toward retention, recruitment and care of our Dollywood family. Word is getting out because we’re proud to be named to a couple of great lists: Forbes Best Workplaces [...]
As any Dollywood host will tell you, our company is a special place to work. Not only do we produce one-of-a-kind experiences and memories, but we also have a great team. While some offices may advertise that they have a “work family” atmosphere, that comment could not be more truthful when speaking of the [...]
Dolly Parton is many things to many people. Regardless if they know her by her music, her movies or just by name, Dolly’s presence in pop culture has never been stronger. But, to people like me, we love Dolly not because of her fame, but because of what she has done with it. I [...]
It’s official! Light the Way 5K is returning in 2021, and runners will be able to dash through Dollywood in person once again! If running isn’t your speed (pun intended), walkers also are more than welcome to participate. The race will take place at Dollywood on Friday, November 12 starting at 11 p.m., with [...]
I’m not going to bury the lead here—we are looking for current Dollywood Season Passholders to appear in Dollywood commercials! I’m pretty jazzed about this new opportunity because not only would it be a pretty cool experience, but there are some perks I know you’ll be interested in, too. We pride ourselves in being [...]
Pigeon Forge is a small tourist town full of beautiful scenery, family attractions and mystery. Okay, the last thing maybe not so much. The town may not be the most mysterious in Tennessee, but I’d bargain that it is one of the most interesting. Now, I am a sucker for history and have picked [...]
I know, I know. I’ve said it in the majority of the blogs I’ve written. But I really do mean it—Dollywood is an awesome place to work. I’m also not the only person to say that. Just consider all of our employees who have been here for two, three and four decades; that’s proof [...]
For 25 years, Dolly Parton has been called The Book Lady because of her free program that mails books to children. It started in Sevier County, Tennessee (Dolly's childhood stomping ground), and then grew throughout the state. Next, it expanded throughout the country. Now, children around the world receive monthly Imagination Library books! Watch [...]
Dollywood seems to be everywhere I am – even when I’m not looking things to do this summer yet. It actually started awhile back with smaller references to my favorite theme park when I least expected it. There was the shout out from Kurt Russell’s character in the 1992 film Captain Ron. I was [...]
This past year was tough, but there was still lots of good. In my role, I have the privilege of seeing guest pictures that tag Dollywood. That's how I know smiles are contagious. I put together this video of our favorite 20 pictures from 2020. Thanks for sharing your memories with us. We're really [...]
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